Arts & Crafts Arts & Crafts History & Philosophy

Question 1

Who wrote 'The Stones of Venice' (1851-1853), a work that profoundly influenced the Arts & Crafts Movement's philosophy?

Accepted Answer

John Ruskin

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William Morris

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Augustus Pugin

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Walter Crane

Question 2

The Arts & Crafts Movement is generally considered to have begun in which decade?

Accepted Answer

1860s

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1840s

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1880s

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1900s

Question 3

Which world event, held in London in 1851, is often credited with provoking the reaction that led to the Arts & Crafts Movement?

Accepted Answer

The Great Exhibition

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The Paris Commune

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The Reform Act

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The Crystal Palace fire

Question 4

What was the primary social goal of the Arts & Crafts Movement beyond aesthetic reform?

Accepted Answer

To improve conditions for workers and restore dignity to labor

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To create luxury goods for wealthy collectors

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To compete with French decorative arts

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To revive classical Roman design

Question 5

Which annual event, first held in London in 1888, gave the Arts & Crafts Movement its name?

Accepted Answer

Arts and Crafts Exhibition Society show

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Royal Academy Summer Exhibition

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Grosvenor Gallery opening

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South Kensington Museum fair

Question 6

What was the name of William Morris's country home, which became a symbol of the Arts & Crafts ideal of simple country living?

Accepted Answer

Kelmscott Manor

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Red House

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Wightwick Manor

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Standen