Arts & Crafts came about as a reaction to the poor aesthetic quality of factory made goods in the industrial revolution and to the Victorian Era. It was a socialist reform movement (socialism being a necessary reaction to the industrialism of the era) that embraced artists, scientists, architects, designers, etc, of all types. It is recognized as the bridge between traditional Victorian Values and the modern movement.
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Book - JM Dent (Great Britain 1906)
William Morris dedicated his life to rediscovering the traditional standards that existed prior to the industrial revolution and fighting “ugliness in all its forms”. He believed in a Truth to materials (eg not painting the wood but letting it show).
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William Morris (1834-96) "The Father of the Modern Movement"
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Wallpaper, Carpet, Upholstery, Glassware - William Morris (c.1888)
Frank Lloyd Wright was heavily influenced by the Arts & Crafts movement with the use of a lot of geometry. It’s a geometric concept. It's like a box with boxes inside. He had a love of materials and an honesty to materials. Wood is not covered. No garish colors, very organic, earthy tones. A lot of natural timber.
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Living Room - Frank Lloyd Write (USA 1908)
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