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The Morris & Co. Bower straight empire lamp shade presents the celebrated 'Bower' pattern, first registered in 1877, across a straight-sided empire form in a 30cm diameter. Printed onto cotton, the fabric displays dense botanical motifs — intertwining foliage and flowers — in herbaceous green and weld yellow with multi-coloured accents. The straight empire profile distributes light evenly and suits both pendant and floor lamp fittings. The printed cotton construction retains the hand-drawn character of Morris's original artwork.
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.
