About this objectDella Robbia white earthenware plaque with a relief image of William Morris in profile surrounded by wreath, with an inscription and book below and a blue background. Morris was an artist, writer, designer, and socialist activist who was a key proponent of the arts and crafts movement.
MakerDella Robbia Pottery (active 1894-1906)
Maker Rolemanufacturer
Date Made1897
Period19th century
Medium and Materialsearthenware
Place MadeBirkenhead, Merseyside
Inscription and Markstitle
dated 1834 and 1896 in corners and name WILLIAM MORRIS & POET / DECORATIVE CRAFTSMAN
Method: moulded
Position: front lower left
