Overview
The Arts and Crafts Movement originated in England in the 1860s and became popular in the United States during the 1880s. Many important architects, designers, and historians had a part in establishing the popularity of the movement. The goal behind the reform was to “change the working conditions of craftspeople while improving the quality of design” (Harwood, May, & Sherman, 2012). During this time, industrialization was rapidly increasing, and the Arts and Crafts era focused on design values from “medieval-like craft guilds” (Harwood, May, & Sherman, 2012). Many considerations were made during this period, including the promotion of efficient space planning to adapt to human needs. Another focus was on establishing harmony with nature and design unity within individual spaces. Quite possibly the most important feature of the reform was honesty of materials. Structure and function were among the most highly regarded characteristics of the craftsmen’s handiwork (Harwood, May, & Sherman, 2012).
Some members of England’s upper-middle class became disheartened by the social order that was currently in motion. During this time, depression struck England and unemployment rose at an alarming rate. Newly formed socialist groups protested in the streets of London out in fear of foreign agitators and coercion in Ireland. The protest ended in a police-driven charge to clear Trafalgar Square. Hundreds of people died that day and three people were killed. Today, November 13th is remembered as “Bloody Sunday” (Rowbotham, 2008).
Because of the spike in unemployment, Charles Ashbee, a young architect, began the Guild and School of Handicraft in the slums of London. Along with a few members from the slums, Ashbee also hi...
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...broidery, stenciling, applique, or cutwork (Harwood, May, & Sherman, 2012).
Later Interpretations
Even though the Arts and Crafts Movement did not survive with changing times, many companies continue produce Mission style furniture today. The first company to lead the trend was L & J.G. Stickley Company. In 1989, they reintroduced reproductions of early Mission furniture. Other companies quickly followed in both the United States and England. Many individual craftspeople still create furniture pieces to mimic design principles introduced during the Arts and Crafts period (Harwood, May, & Sherman, 2012).
Works Cited
Harwood, B., May, B., & Sherman, C. (2012). Architecture & Interior Design: An Integrated History to the Present. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey, USA: Prentice Hall.
Rowbotham, S. (2008, February). Arts, Crafts & Socialism. History Today .
South University Online. (2013). HUM 1002: History of Art from the Middle Ages to Modern Times: Week 1: Elements of Design. Retrieved from myeclassonline.com
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The Arts and Crafts movement occurred during the late 19th century and early 20th century. Its aim was “to bring artists and craftsmen together.” The movement developed from the fear that art was being lost to the up and coming manufacturing field (“The Bauhaus”). However, Gropius knew manufacturing would be a big part of the future and promoted art that could be mass-produced by factories. In 1923, the school’s slogan be...
Pile, J. F., 2005. A History of Interior Design. 4th ed. Toronto: Laurence King Publishing.
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(Image taken from Tranchtenberg, Marvin, Isabelle Hyman. Architecture: From Prehistory to Postmodernity. Second Edition. Prentice Hall, Inc. New Jersey: 2002.)
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