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The Morris & Co. Borage empire lamp shade features a block printed floral pattern originally designed by William Morris in 1883, reproduced using his traditional hand-printing technique. The symmetrical botanical design is printed onto card, preserving the natural ink variations characteristic of the original block printing process. Its wider 25cm empire form provides broader light diffusion, with the sunflower yellow ground giving the printed borage motif strong visual contrast.
William Morris, a close friend of master engraver Emery Walker, crafted the lively 'Borage' floral pattern in 1883, drawing inspiration from nature. Beloved by bees, this pattern is a lively, spirited floral design with multiple axes of symmetry, creating a captivating focal point in any room. We've carefully block printed 'Borage' onto lampshades, capturing Morris' original technique's timeless charm and unique variations, as once seen in Walker's Hammersmith home-a beautiful blend of history and craftsmanship.
