William Morris Carpet
Hammersmith, England
19th century
The only know octogonal Morris Hammersmith carpet. Purchased at auction from the collection of Baroness Nancy Oakes von Hoyningen-Huene, heiress, daughter of Sir Harry Oakes, 1st Baronet, British gold mine owner, entrepreneur, investor and philanthropist.
Sold 10 October 2008 Christie’s London
