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Charles Robert Ashbee (17 May 1863 – 23 May 1942) was an English architect and designer who was a prime mover of the Arts and Crafts movement, which took its craft ethic from the works of John Ruskin and its co-operative structure from the socialism of William Morris.
- 17 May 1863, Isleworth, United Kingdom
- 23 May 1942 (aged 79), Sevenoaks, United Kingdom
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- St Peter and St Paul Churchyard, Seal, Kent, United Kingdom
Charles Robert Ashbee (born May 17, 1863, Isleworth, Middlesex, Eng.—died May 23, 1942, Godden Green, Sevenoaks, Kent) was an English architect, designer, and leader of the Arts and Crafts Movement in England during the latter part of the 19th century and after. After education at Wellington College and King’s College, Cambridge, and while ...
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Charles Robert Ashbee (17 May 1863 – 23 May 1942) was an English architect and designer who was a prime mover of the Arts and Crafts movement, which took its craft ethic from the works of John Ruskin and its co-operative structure from the socialism of William Morris.
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Charles Robert Ashbee (known as C.R. Ashbee) came up to King’s College in 1883 to study the Historical Tripos. As a student, he developed an antiquarian interest in architecture. The friends he made at that time, as well as the books he read, had a profound influence in his subsequent career.
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Designer: Charles Robert Ashbee (British, Isleworth, Middlesex 1863–1942 Godden Green, Kent) Maker: Guild of Handicraft (British) Date: 1902–4. Medium: Silver and chrysoprase. Dimensions: H. 2-13/16, W. 10-5/8, D. 4-1/4 in. (7.1 x 27.0 x 10.8 cm) Classification: Metalwork-Silver.
A comprehensive overview of the life and work of Charles Robert Ashbee, an English architect, designer, and social reformer who was influenced by Morris, Ruskin, and Socialism. Learn about his metalwork, architecture, co-operative, conservation, and urban planning projects, as well as his publications and legacy.
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