Wey for a Valance c. 1883

print, weaving, textile

17_20th-century

natural stone pattern

naturalistic pattern

16_19th-century

print

weaving

textile

flower

text

geometric pattern

abstract pattern

organic pattern

england

repetition of pattern

men

regular pattern

pattern repetition

imprinted textile

layered pattern

"Wey for a Valance" is a textile design created by William Morris in 1883. Featuring a repeating pattern of stylized flowers on a dark teal background, the design reflects Morris’s Arts and Crafts aesthetic. It is characteristic of Morris's approach to textile design, incorporating traditional motifs and craftsmanship in a modern context. The design is a testament to the beauty and functionality of hand-woven textiles, capturing the spirit of the Arts and Crafts movement. The piece is currently on display at the Art Institute of Chicago.