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The Morris & Co. Borage straight empire lamp shade brings the 1883 William Morris floral pattern to a larger 45cm format, block printed onto card in the leafy arbour colourway. The printing process replicates Morris's original technique, preserving the natural ink variations and hand-crafted character inherent to block printing. Its straight empire profile and botanical repeat pattern create an even distribution of the symmetrical Borage design across the shade's surface.
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.
