Hines of Oxford William Morris Flowerpot Tapestry Footstool - Made in England

Name: Hines of Oxford William Morris Flowerpot Tapestry Footstool - Made in England
Brand: Hines of Oxford

Hines of Oxford

Made by Hines of Oxford, this fine quality cotton jacquard loom woven tapestry footstool features an adaptation of the Flowerpot design by William Morris. \nHas wood turned bun feet with traditional brass stud detailing.\nMeasures approx. 35 cm x 35 cm x 16 cm\nTapestry fabric is woven in Flanders by master weavers and the stool is handmade in England.\nDesigned in 1876, Flowerpot was produced as a small, square embroidery design for cushion covers and fire screens. People could buy them as finished embroideries or as kits to complete at home. They were an inexpensive way of acquiring Morris's work. May Morris, William and Jane's younger daughter, embroidered the original Flowerpot design. May, a talented craftsperson, excelled at embroidery and became Head of Embroidery at Morris & Co. aged just 23. \nDispatch will be prompt. Postage will be by Royal Mail tracked service. \nI am happy to combine postage with other items & I ship internationally.\n.