This tapestry is from an original by English artist and designer William Morris, and his associate Henry Dearle. William Morris (1834-1896) is well-known as the founder of the firm of Morris & Company, whose workshops became established at Merton Abbey in Surrey.

The original of The Orchard Tapestry was woven around 1890 by the Merton Abbey weavers, who designed the minor details themselves.

• Tapestry Type       Loom Woven
• Woven in               France
• Composition         80% cotton,   20% polyester
• Sizes                        82 x 49 cm,       120 x 74 cm