Vintage arts and crafts oak over mantel bevelled edge mirror 1940s

Vintage arts and crafts oak over mantel bevelled edge mirror 1940s> Heavy well made item, lovely mirror or plate as it's known, with bevelled edge. Always a sign of quality. Some age related marks/wear

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60 cm wide 56 cm tall 4 cm width

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The Arts and Crafts movement was a reaction to industrialization in the late 19th century. It was a time when people were concerned about the decline of quality and artistic integrity in mass-produced goods. The movement sought to restore the value of craftsmanship and traditional skills.

Origins

The movement began in Britain, the most industrialized country in the world at the time

The movement's philosophical roots can be traced back to A. W. N. Pugin, an English architect and designer, and John Ruskin, an art critic and theorist

William Morris, a designer, founded the design firm Morris and Co. in 1861

Principles

The movement promoted the idea that there was no difference between fine and decorative arts

It emphasized simple, functional design with natural materials like wood

It advocated for the revival of traditional skills and handcraftsmanship

Spread

The movement spread to Europe, America, the British Empire, and Japan

It influenced the design and manufacture of buildings, jewelry, wallpaper, stained glass, and more

It's considered a starting point for modern design approaches

Decline

The movement declined during World War I and was surpassed by Modernism in the 1930s

However, it's experiencing a resurgence today, incorporating new technology