Arts & Crafts and Design: From William Morris to Frank Lloyd Wright

About this event

Held at the Shimane Art Museum, this exhibition showcases the appeal and development of the Arts and Crafts movement through a diverse array of works, including William Morris's (1834-1896) masterpiece "Strawberry Thief." Emerging in late 19th-century Britain as a reaction against mass-produced machine goods, this movement reevaluated the value of handcraftsmanship and the beauty of natural materials, aiming to transform entire living spaces into works of art. Morris's designs are characterized by rich, organic patterns inspired by natural plants and flowers, and his influence extended to later generations of designers and architects. In addition to Morris's works, this exhibition traces the flow from the Arts and Crafts movement to modern design by introducing works by architects and designers such as Frank Lloyd Wright, who inherited and developed his philosophy. It is an exhibition where visitors can experience the depth of this movement, which became a major turning point in the history of design, while engaging with the lifestyle and aesthetic sensibilities of that era.

Venue

Shimane Art Museum

1-5 Sodeshi-cho, Matsue, Shimane 690-0049