William Morris to Whistler Papers and addresses on art and craft and the commonweal.

"William Morris to Whistler" by Walter Crane is a critical collection of essays and addresses concerning art and its societal implications, written in the early 20th century. The work encompasses reflections on prominent figures in the art world, particularly focusing on the influential artist William Morris and his impact on decorative art and socialism. The author aims to delve into the specific styles, philosophies, and societal influences that shaped the trajectory of art during this transformative era. The opening of the work introduces William Morris as a multifaceted artist whose personality and ideals significantly influenced both the arts and socio-political thought of his time. Crane recounts his own encounters with Morris and offers insights into his character—highlighting his poetic nature, craftsmanship, and commitment to socialism. Through a combination of personal reminiscences and scholarly analysis, Crane provides a foundation for understanding Morris's lasting legacy in both art and society, setting the stage for discussions on the English revival of decorative art and the broader context of artistic expression in relation to economic and social issues. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Walter Crane was an English artist and book illustrator. He is considered to be the most influential, and among the most prolific, children's book creators of his generation and, along with Randolph Caldecott and Kate Greenaway, one of the strongest contributors to the child's nursery motif that the genre of English children's illustrated literature would exhibit in its developmental stages in the later 19th century.