03001cam a22003493u 4500 53954 UtSlPG 20260610134237.0 m cr n 260607r2017||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 19008369 UtSlPG en iso639-1 NK Crane, Walter, 1845-1915 William Morris to Whistler : Papers and addresses on art and craft and the commonweal. Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2017 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier "With illustrations from drawings by the author & other sources" Release date is 2017-01-13 William Morris and his work -- The English revival in decorative art -- The socialist ideal as a new inspiration in art -- On the study and practice of art -- On some of the arts and crafts allied to architecture -- Notes on colour embroidery and its treatment -- Notes on early Italian gesso work -- Notes on the treatment of animals in art -- Modern aspects of life and the sense of beauty -- A short survey of the art of the nineteenth century -- Art and the commonweal -- The apotheosis of "The Butterfly." Produced by Chris Curnow, Lesley Halamek and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "William Morris to Whistler" by Walter Crane is a critical collection of essays and addresses concerning art and its societal implications, written in the early 20th century. The work encompasses reflections on prominent figures in the art world, particularly focusing on the influential artist William Morris and his impact on decorative art and socialism. The author aims to delve into the specific styles, philosophies, and societal influences that shaped the trajectory of art during this transformative era. The opening of the work introduces William Morris as a multifaceted artist whose personality and ideals significantly influenced both the arts and socio-political thought of his time. Crane recounts his own encounters with Morris and offers insights into his character—highlighting his poetic nature, craftsmanship, and commitment to socialism. Through a combination of personal reminiscences and scholarly analysis, Crane provides a foundation for understanding Morris's lasting legacy in both art and society, setting the stage for discussions on the English revival of decorative art and the broader context of artistic expression in relation to economic and social issues. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Art Arts and crafts movement -- Great Britain https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/53954 94788 94788