A Leaf from the Kelmscott Chaucer
1896
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1896
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This is a book cover with a plain, light tan color. A small label in the center shows red and black text reading *"A Leaf from the Kelmscott Chaucer."* The book looks old, with a tied ribbon on the right side. The book is part of a famous series by William Morris, a designer who cared about how books looked. The text mentions "Chaucer," a well-known writer from long ago. Look up Morris, William to see more of his work in books and design.
