Arts and crafts movement

Cards (17)

  • What historical period coincided with the beginning of the Arts and Crafts movement?
    The Industrial Revolution
  • When did the Arts and Crafts movement begin?
    In the 1860s
  • What are the advantages of the Industrial Revolution?
    • Mass production
    • Products became cheaper
    • More job opportunities
  • What are the disadvantages of the Industrial Revolution?
    • CO2 fumes create greenhouse effect, leading to global warming
    • Took away small businesses
    • Mass overcrowding in cities, leading to poor living conditions
  • How does the production process differ between a crafts person and a factory?
    A crafts person makes a whole product, while factories produce small parts with multiple people
  • What type of movement was the Arts and Crafts movement?
    • A social movement
    • A design movement
  • What was one of the main aims of the Arts and Crafts movement?
    • To create original products
    • To leave hammer marks and wood joints on the final product
  • Why did the Arts and Crafts movement aim to produce affordable items?
    To make handmade products accessible to more people
  • Why was the aim to produce affordable items not successful in the Arts and Crafts movement?
    Higher skill required to make such products cost more money
  • Who was William Morris influenced by?
    John Ruskin
  • What types of materials did the Arts and Crafts movement focus on using?
    • Natural materials
    • Examples include cotton, oak, and stained glass
    • Focused on the beauty of timber
  • Who began a design and decoration company focusing on natural materials and craftsmanship?
    Ruskin and Morris
  • What was the primary focus of Ruskin and Morris's design and decoration company?
    The use of natural materials and craftsmanship
  • What is a famous quote attributed to Ruskin and Morris?
    ‘Have nothing in your houses that you don't know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.’
  • What does the quote by Ruskin and Morris suggest about household items?
    Items should be either useful or beautiful
  • What is the significance of using natural materials in design according to Ruskin and Morris?
    It reflects a commitment to craftsmanship and sustainability
  • How does craftsmanship relate to the design philosophy of Ruskin and Morris?
    Craftsmanship ensures quality and attention to detail in design