Had a lovely time this evening at the Christmas lights and Christmas handicrafts market here in Larnaca! I guess I am your complete Victorianist, as it was the Victorians that elevated craft to an art form!
The arts & crafts movement started in the 19th century, with William Morris and the group of inspired and eccentric artists called the Pre-Raphaelites. Morris was a Pre-Raphaelite himself.
For years, the Pre-Raphaelites were seen as a group of brothers, but now it is a well accepted fact that there were women in the circle, so that we are able to speak about a Pre-Raphaelite sisterhood as well. The Pre-Raphaelite sisterhood includes Jane Morris, Lizzie Siddall, Christina Rossetti, and Emma Sandys -- all women covered by an aura of romance and mystery!
Arts and crafts are beautiful and unique, whatever century they come from. Have a good evening and be well! xxx
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