The Orchard was William Morris' first attempt to design a figurative tapestry, responding to the wishes of rich clients to have unique works of art by him, and following on from the success of his firm of Morris & Co in producing fine tapestries designed by the artist Edward Burne-Jones. It depicts an array of fruit trees with their harvest ready for gathering, including apples, grapes, olives and pears, behind a row of figures in medieval-style dress. Expertly woven by the tapestry craftsman Bob Bergin.
- Overall: 48'' H x 100'' W
- Overall Product Weight: 4kg
This tapestry is absolutely beautiful. The pictures do not do it justice. I needed something for a library with 15ft ceilings and this was just perfect. It helps that Im also a huge fan of William Morris.. Scott. Cookstown, ON. 2020-05-09 08:44:14