Voysey, Charles Francis Annesley (1857-1941)
Creator details
- Name
- Voysey, Charles Francis Annesley (1857-1941)
- Nationality
- English
- Biography
- Charles Francis Annesley Voysey (1857-1941) was an English architect and designer known for his contributions to the Arts and Crafts movement. Born in Yorkshire, Voysey studied at the Royal Institute of British Architects and worked for several prominent architects before establishing his own practice in 1882. He was known for his simple, functional designs that emphasized craftsmanship and natural materials. Voysey's work included houses, churches, and public buildings, as well as furniture, textiles, and wallpaper. He was also a prolific writer and lecturer on architecture and design. Voysey's work was influential in the development of modern architecture and design, and he is considered one of the most important figures of the Arts and Crafts movement. He died in Winchester in 1941.
