Walter Crane’s 1886 wallpaper design combines storytelling and decoration, reflecting the Aesthetic Movement and enhancing children’s education through vibrant, narrative-rich visuals.Read More →
John Claudius Loudon, a Scottish horticulturist, greatly influenced 19th-century design through his comprehensive 1833 encyclopaedia, highlighting vernacular architecture and practical furniture design.Read More →
The Victorian obsession with ferns, known as Pteridomania, captivated society, leading to the establishment of ferneries and influencing art, literature, and design before its decline in the 1900s.Read More →
Steampunk, a blend of Victorian aesthetics and futuristic innovation, has influenced fashion, interior design, and the decorative arts. It features Victorian elegance, industrial elements, and retro-futurism.Read More →
William De Morgan, a renowned artist-potter, created vibrant ceramics rooted in the Arts and Crafts movement, leaving a lasting impact on decorative arts.Read More →
Henry Cole was a key figure in 19th-century British design education, organizing the Great Exhibition of 1851 and advocating for design through various ventures.Read More →