William Morris Rugs
Special edition developed in collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Inspired by William Morris’s (British, 1834–1896) Violet and Columbine, a textile design registered in 1883, this weave was developed through contemporary techniques with a nod to traditional craftsmanship. Sketching and digital rendering in the Chilewich design studio helped translate the inspiration into a modern woven structure, bringing new functionality to its organic forms, rich colors, and complex pattern repeats. Also available as a placemat and table runner.
| Origin | Made in the USA |
|---|---|
| Use | Indoor/Outdoor |
| Surface | Phthalate-free TerraStrand yarns and synthetic latex; rug contains a minimum of 18% recycled content and a minimum of 8% rapidly renewable content. |
| Backing | Slip-resistant latex. No rug pad needed. |
| Thickness | 0.13'' |
| Custom | Not available |
About the original in The Met's permanent collection: With its lush, stylized flora, Violet and Columbine is sophisticated and ornamental in spirit. It exemplifies the ethos of the Arts and Crafts movement, which pioneered an artful approach to design and manufacturing that championed craftsmanship and thoughtful material selection. Morris, a key figure in the movement, believed that people should be surrounded by beautiful, well-made things—a tenet shared by our founder, Sandy Chilewich.
Why Choose Chilewich?
Original Design
Developed by the Chilewich design team to combine beauty with functionality.
Easy to Clean
Wipes clean with damp cloth. Also scrubbable, bleach-cleanable, and quick to dry.
Non-Skid Backing
A backing of commercial-grade latex acts as an integrated rug pad for a low profile.
Made in the USA
Woven in Alabama and crafted in Georgia for many years of use, indoors or outdoors.