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William Frend De Morgan (* 16. November 1839 in London ; † 15. Januar 1917 ebenda) war ein britischer Künstler des Arts and Crafts Movement und Schriftsteller .
William Frend De Morgan (16 November 1839 – 15 January 1917) was an English potter, tile designer and novelist. [1] A lifelong friend of William Morris, he designed tiles, stained glass and furniture for Morris & Co. from 1863 to 1872. His tiles often recall medieval or Islamic design patterns.
William De Morgan (1839 – 1917) was far more than William Morris’s potter friend, as he is often remembered. He was the most inventive and innovative designer of the Arts and Crafts Movement.
Discover William De Morgan, a highly imaginative and innovative artist-potter, who produced thousands of designs for tiles, vases and dishes.
Inspired by historic decorative arts and tilework from the Middle East, De Morgan became the leading tile manufacturer of the Arts and Crafts movement. He was commissioned to design and supply tiles for 12 P&O ships from 1882 to 1900, as well as for the Czar of Russia's yacht, the Livadia, in 1880.
To the world’s largest, most comprehensive collection of artworks by William and Evelyn De Morgan. This Victorian husband and wife artistic duo defied the expectations of the age through their uniquely equal marriage and beautiful artworks.
William De Morgan was the most exciting and innovative potter of his day. He is best remembered for his animal and floral designs and glittering lustreware.
