Story Behind the Art: Emerging in the 19th century as a reaction against cheaply made factory goods, the Arts & Crafts Movement emphasized originality, quality, and the value of handcrafts. Its leading voice, William Morris, championed hand-produced works over machine manufacturing and introduced a design philosophy that infused everyday interiors with motifs drawn from nature. His creations—rugs, wallpapers, furniture, and textiles—featured intertwining fruit, flowers, and foliage in bold, intricate patterns. The influence of Morris’s rug designs has endured, symbolizing Arts & Crafts style with its bold yet informal themes rooted in the natural world. Over time, the style expanded to encompass Art Nouveau’s fluid floral lines, Mission style, Native American geometric influences, the American Prairie aesthetic, and Caucasian rugs hand knotted in the Caucasus. Today, Arts & Crafts rugs remain admired for their natural motifs, distinctive color palettes, versatility, and timeless appeal.
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