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This sword was designed by William Morris as a model for the mural paintings in the Oxford Union in 1857. It was made for Morris along with a helmet and suit of chainmail by a blacksmith near Oxford Castle. Edward Burne-Jones described the episode at Oxford that led to Morris commissioning the props in John William Mackail
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Is "Sword" held in the country of its creator?
Yes - the artwork is kept in the artist's home country. "Sword" is held in United Kingdom, while William Morris was born in United Kingdom.
Where can I buy a print of "Sword" by William Morris?
A print of "Sword" by William Morris can be ordered directly on its Fine Art Print page: a fine art print on cotton canvas or archival canvas paper.
What is the color identity of "Sword" by William Morris?
"Sword" is defined by a monochrome palette led by white (#f4f4f5).
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About this artwork
- Title: Sword
- Artist: William Morris
- Year: 1857
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: William Morris Gallery
- Color intensity: Monochromatic
- Perceived brightness: brilliant