Honeysuckle Green Tunic

Pretty cotton tunic evoking the trailing ‘Honeysuckle' and 'Pimpernel’ floral designs of Morris & Co, founded in 1861. ‘Pimpernel’ is a wallpaper design by William Morris (1834 -96), which was originally hung in the dining room at Kelmscott House, London. With swirling strokes and a symmetrical design of green foliage, it embodies the reasons why Morris is the most celebrated 19th century designer, with enduring appeal today. Honeysuckle was originally a furnishing fabric manufactured by Wardle & Co. for Morris & Co., Leek, in 1876. English designer, craftsman, poet, and early socialist, Morris's designs for furniture, fabrics, stained glass, wallpaper, and other decorative arts generated the Arts and Crafts movement in England and revolutionised Victorian taste. A period pattern brought up to date, this stylish tunic has elasticated cuffs, a cross-over front panel fastened with three coconut shell buttons, and a slight gathering from below chest.

Made exclusively for Museum Selection

Colour: Green
Cotton
Full-length sleeves
Pull over style, with button fastenings
c.79cm long
Machine wash 30°C, do not bleach
Do not dry clean, warm iron