Brother Rabbit and Brother Bird WM115 WM116
William Morris designed this pattern in anticipation of the opening of the Merton Abbey works in 1881. The pattern was specifically intended for the indigo discharge method, which he perfected at Merton Abbey. Morris' use of the paired animals and birds among fantastic foliage in this design clearly illustrates his interest in medieval European textiles.
William Morris designed this pattern in anticipation of the opening of the Merton Abbey works in 1881. The pattern was specifically intended for the indigo discharge method, which he perfected at Merton Abbey. Morris' use of the paired animals and birds among fantastic foliage in this design clearly illustrates his interest in medieval European textiles.
William Morris designed this pattern in anticipation of the opening of the Merton Abbey works in 1881. The pattern was specifically intended for the indigo discharge method, which he perfected at Merton Abbey. Morris' use of the paired animals and birds among fantastic foliage in this design clearly illustrates his interest in medieval European textiles.