Vintage 1950s, could be older, arts and crafts, copper, pair of picture frames by the Kingsway. British made, lovely wooden backs, nice decoration to corners.
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Size: 17 cm tall 12 cm wide.
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Some age related wear, mostly to the card interior, but obviously won't be seen once picture in frame.
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The Arts and Crafts Movement, originating in late 19th-century Britain, was a reaction against the perceived decline of craftsmanship and artistic integrity due to the Industrial Revolution, advocating for a return to handmade goods and traditional skills.
Key Aspects of the Arts and Crafts Movement:
Origins and Context:
The movement emerged in Britain during the late Victorian period, a time of rapid industrialization and mass production.
Core Beliefs:
The Arts and Crafts Movement championed the value of handcraftsmanship, sought to revive traditional skills, and promoted a return to natural, organic designs.
Key Figures:
William Morris: A prominent figure, Morris founded the design firm Morris & Co. in 1861, which produced a wide range of handcrafted goods, including furniture, textiles, and wallpaper.
Other Notable Figures: Dante Gabriel Rossetti, Ford Madox Brown, and Edward Burne-Jones also contributed to the movement as artist-designers.
Influence and Spread:
The movement's influence spread across the British Empire, Europe, and America, leaving an impact on art and design.
Social Reform:
The movement was also about social reform, with many of its proponents advocating for better working conditions and a more humane society.
Notable Works:
Red House: Designed by Philip Webb and William Morris, this house is considered one of the first examples of Arts and Crafts architecture.
Geoffrey Chaucer's Canterbury Tales (1896 ed.): A beautifully illustrated and bound edition produced by Morris & Co.
The Gamble House: An example of Arts and Crafts architecture in Southern California, designed by Greene and Greene.
Decline and Legacy:
The Arts and Crafts movement began to decline in the 1910s, partly due to the rise of Modernism, but its influence continued to be felt in the 1920s and beyond.