William De Morgan

William Frend De Morgan
Born	16 November 1839 Gower Street, London
Died	15 January 1917 London
Resting place	Brookwood Cemetery
Nationality	English
Education	University College school
Alma mater	Royal Academy
Known for	Ceramics
Movement	Arts and Crafts
Spouse	Evelyn Pickering
Parents	Augustus De Morgan (father) Sophia Elizabeth Frend (mother)

William Frend De Morgan (16 November 1839 – 15 January 1917) was an English potter, tile designer and novelist.^[1] A lifelong friend of William Morris, he designed tiles, stained glass and furniture for Morris & Co. from 1863 to 1872. His tiles often recall medieval or Islamic design patterns. He applied innovative glazes and firing techniques. Galleons and fish were common motifs, as were "fantastical" birds and animals. Many of De Morgan's tiles were designed to create intricate patterns when several were laid together.