Victoria and Albert Museum Doormat - Dianthus

The beautiful carnation surrounded by leaves featured on this mat is inspired by an Arts and Crafts wallpaper held in the V&A’s archives. Compton was designed in 1895-6 for Compton Hall in Wolverhampton, England, the home of Laurence Hodson, and it was probably the result of a joint effort between William Morris (1834-96) and his assistant J.H. Dearle (1859-1932).

Key Features:

• 100% natural coir with backing and constructed to the highest industry standards
• Coir is derived from the husks of coconuts and a natural and biodegradable fiber, excellent for scraping away dirt from shoes
• Recommended for use in a sheltered area that is not exposed to direct sunlight or moisture to preserve longevity 
• Shake or vacuum clean
• Proceeds from this item support the V&A and its missions of the education, research, and preservation of art history and culture
• © Victoria and Albert Museum, London