Sidney Harold Meteyard: Weaver of Shadows and Dreams Sidney Harold Meteyard (1868-1947), a name perhaps less familiar than some of his contemporaries within the Birmingham Group and broader Arts & Crafts movement, nevertheless represents a fascinating confluence of Pre-Raphaelite sensibilities, regional artistic innovation, and a deep engagement with decorative arts. Born in Stourbridge, a burgeoning industrial center in the West Midlands, Meteyard’s life and career were inextricably linked to the vibrant creative atmosphere fostered by Edward R. Taylor at the Birmingham School of Art – an i…