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Philip Webb Collection

Philip Webb was a renowned British architect and designer, known for his contributions to the Arts and Crafts movement

Background imagePhilip Webb Collection: The Court Yard, Standen, East Grinstead, 1900

The Court Yard, Standen, East Grinstead, 1900. A print from The Magazine of Art, Cassell and Company, Limited, 1900. Standen was a house designed in Arts and Crafts style by Philip Webb

Background imagePhilip Webb Collection: The Green Dining-room at South Kensington Museum, c1870. Creator: Unknown

The Green Dining-room at South Kensington Museum, c1870. Creator: Unknown
The Green Dining-room at South Kensington Museum, c1870. Interior of what is now the Victoria & Albert Museum in London. Decoration designed by William Morris (1834-1896)

Background imagePhilip Webb Collection: Philip Webb, 1873 (w/c on paper)

Philip Webb, 1873 (w/c on paper)
868262 Philip Webb, 1873 (w/c on paper) by Murray, Charles Fairfax (1849-1919); William Morris Gallery, Walthamstow, UK; (add.info.: Philip Speakman Webb (12 January 1831 - 17 April 1915)

Background imagePhilip Webb Collection: The Strawberry Thief textile designed by William Morris (1834-96

The Strawberry Thief textile designed by William Morris (1834-96
3928632 The Strawberry Thief textile designed by William Morris (1834-96) 1883 (printed cotton) by Morris, William (1834-96); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imagePhilip Webb Collection: The Strawberry Thief textile designed by William Morris (1834-96

The Strawberry Thief textile designed by William Morris (1834-96
WMA87206 The Strawberry Thief textile designed by William Morris (1834-96) 1883 (printed cotton) by Morris, William (1834-96); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imagePhilip Webb Collection: Cartoon for a Stained Glass Window of Eve, 1862 (black chalk with pen and brush and wash)

Cartoon for a Stained Glass Window of Eve, 1862 (black chalk with pen and brush and wash)
1217500 Cartoon for a Stained Glass Window of Eve, 1862 (black chalk with pen and brush and wash) by Brown, Ford Madox (1821-93); 156x64 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Background imagePhilip Webb Collection: Plans for the Red House, Bexleyheath, London, 1859. Artist: Philip Webb

Plans for the Red House, Bexleyheath, London, 1859. Artist: Philip Webb
Plans for the Red House, Bexleyheath, London, 1859. The Red House was designed by the architect Philip Webb (1831-1915) for William Morris, one of the founders of the Arrts and Crafts Movement

Background imagePhilip Webb Collection: The Cupid and Psyche Frieze at No. I Palace Green (North Wall), c1898

The Cupid and Psyche Frieze at No. I Palace Green (North Wall), c1898. 1 Palace Green is a Grade II listed house on Palace Green, Kensington, London

Background imagePhilip Webb Collection: Marble Hall at No 1 Holland Park, 1898. Artist: Philip Webb

Marble Hall at No 1 Holland Park, 1898. Artist: Philip Webb
Marble Hall at No 1 Holland Park, 1898. Alexander Ionides (1810-1890), the Greek Consul-General in London commissioned Phillip Webb (1831-1915) and William Morris (1834-1896) to transform, No



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Philip Webb was a renowned British architect and designer, known for his contributions to the Arts and Crafts movement. Born in 1831, he left an indelible mark on the architectural landscape of Britain. One of his notable works is The Court Yard at Standen, East Grinstead. Completed in 1900, this stunning structure showcases Webb's mastery of design and attention to detail. With its intricate stonework and elegant proportions, it stands as a testament to his architectural genius. Webb's talent extended beyond architecture; he also had a flair for interior design. The Green Dining-room at South Kensington Museum is a prime example of this. Created around 1870 by an unknown artist under Webb's guidance, it exudes sophistication with its rich colors and ornate furnishings. In addition to his architectural prowess, Philip Webb was also skilled in watercolor painting. His work "Philip Webb" from 1873 showcases his ability to capture beauty on paper using delicate brushstrokes and vibrant hues. Collaborating with William Morris, another prominent figure in the Arts and Crafts movement, Webb designed The Strawberry Thief textile. This iconic piece features Morris' signature nature-inspired motifs combined with Webb's meticulous attention to detail. Webb's artistic talents were not limited to architecture or textiles; he also dabbled in stained glass window design. His cartoon for a Stained Glass Window of Eve from 1862 displays his skillful use of black chalk along with pen and brush techniques that bring life to this biblical scene. Amongst his many achievements is the Red House in Bexleyheath, London - one of the first Arts and Crafts architecture. Designed by Philip Webb himself in 1859, it revolutionized domestic architecture with its open plan layout and integration into natural surroundings. The Cupid and Psyche Frieze at No. I Palace Green exemplifies how Philip Webb seamlessly blended artistry with functionality.