William Morris - The History of Design

Asahi Beer Oyamazaki Villa Museum

[Image: William Morris "Strawberry Thief" (1883) Photo ©Brain Trust Inc.]

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William Morris (1834-96) was one of the most prominent British artists and thinkers of the 19th century. After the Industrial Revolution, with the flood of low-quality mass-produced products, Morris aimed to restore the craftsmanship of medieval guild societies where people had a work life full of joy derived from creating things. He materialized his unique initiative to incorporate art into everyday life through his comprehensive activities related to interior decoration.
This exhibition displays major works of Morris and other designers of the period, highlighting his life dedicated to aesthetic lives and the history of his designs.

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Gallery Talk by the curator
Dates: Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month during the exhibition period (with the exception of Jul.14). From 14:00-14:30
Admission: Free (However exhibition ticket required)
Please refer to the official site for further details.