Wares designed by Archibald Knox for Liberty & Co. London and other businesses

Archibald Knox (1864-1933) is known for his pioneering work in the Arts and Crafts movement and his contributions to the development of Art Nouveau style. Born in the Isle of Man, Knox began his artistic training at the Douglas School of Art, and later studied at the Liverpool School of Art.

In 1899, Knox joined the London-based department store Liberty & Co. as a designer, where he created a range of metalwork, jewellery, furniture, and other household items. His designs were characterized by their simplicity, boldness, and use of stylized organic forms. Knox's metalwork designs for Liberty & Co. included a range of clocks, candlesticks, and other decorative objects. His designs often featured motifs drawn from nature, such as birds, flowers, and seashells. One of his most famous designs is the "Tudric" range of pewterware, which was produced by Liberty & Co. from 1902 to 1914.

In more... addition to his work for Liberty & Co., Knox also designed for other companies, including the Silver Studio, which produced wallpapers and fabrics, and the Birmingham Guild of Handicraft, which specialized in metalwork. His designs were well-received and he won numerous awards for his work, including a gold medal at the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair. Knox's designs were influenced by his love of Celtic art and his interest in the natural world. He drew inspiration from the rugged landscape of his native Isle of Man, as well as from the flora and fauna of the British countryside. His designs were innovative and modern, but also rooted in tradition and craftsmanship.

Archibald Knox is widely regarded as one of the most important designers of the Arts and Crafts movement. less...