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The Morris & Co. Bower empire lamp shade features the iconic 'Bower' pattern, a floral design registered in 1877 and characterised by intricate foliage and flowering plants rendered in herbaceous green and weld yellow tones. Printed onto cotton, the fabric carries fine botanical detail across its gently tapered empire silhouette. The multi-coloured print draws from William Morris's original hand-drawn artwork, preserving the depth and layering of the source design. Its 20cm diameter suits smaller pendant or table lamp fittings.
Emery Walker, a master engraver and close collaborator of William Morris, lived just a few hundred yards from Morris in Hammersmith, both enjoying views of the Thames. Among the wonderful designs created by Morris and found in Walker’s house is the enchanting 'Bower' pattern. Registered in 1877, 'Bower' evokes a floral wonderland, brimming with life and vitality. Its name perfectly captures the essence of a pleasant, shaded retreat under trees or climbing plants. We adore how this uplifting design, with its intricate foliage and flowers, has now been beautifully transformed into our lampshades, allowing Morris's timeless creations to live on in modern interiors.
