The exhibition, titled “May Morris: Art & Advocacy,” will run from Saturday, April 5 to Sunday, October 5.
It will explore the diverse talents of May Morris, the younger daughter of renowned Arts & Crafts designer William Morris.
May was a skilled embroiderer, designer and advocate for female creatives, whose contributions were largely forgotten until the late 20th century.
The Russell-Cotes exhibition aims to increase public awareness of her many accomplishments.
May was much like her father, talented in many artistic fields and a committed socialist.
She became head of embroidery at Morris & Co. at just 23, where she also designed wallpapers.
May excelled in fine needlework, creating designs, teaching courses, lecturing and writing extensively on the subject.
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The exhibition will showcase May’s designs for Morris & Co, her expertise in decorative needlework, her significant public presence, her role in founding the Women’s Guild of Arts and her efforts in preserving her father’s legacy.
Sarah Newman, manager at the Russell-Cotes, said: “We are thrilled to be hosting May Morris: Art & Advocacy.
“May Morris’ story is one of incredible talent and unwavering determination and it’s a privilege to share her remarkable yet overlooked work and pioneering support for female creatives with our visitors in Bournemouth.”
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