Trellis

Morris, William and Webb, Philip. Trellis. 1864. block print in distemper colors, 68.6 x 54.6 cm. (Purchase, Edward C. Moore Jr. Gift, 1923).


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How and why is it relevant to your theme/style?

  • The hand-drawn nature, the date, and the inclusion of nature all point towards this picec being relavent to the Art Nouveau style.

What is different about this example from previous examples?

  • Unlike the previous example, this artwork seems more playfull rather than intense. While the color sceme is quite similar, the overall use of these colors has been used to create a peaceful theme.

Why is this example important to you?

The incorperation of the grid, without making a ridgid compostion, is pleasent. The work takes geometric shapes and incorperates them to appear more natural without appearing out of place.


Bibliography

“William Morris: Trellis.” The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1 Jan. 1864, www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/384020.

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