'Umbilical', lighting, Arik Levy, 2003
COLLECTIONS
Contemporary
The Porter Gallery is the hub of the
Victoria and Albert Museum's contemporary
programme. Offering a wide range of exhibitions,
events and displays, it brings the best of today's
visual culture from around the
world to the Museum. Spanning all aspects of
art and design - including fashion, furniture and
product design, craft, graphic design, digital
media, architecture and photography - the
Contemporary programme considers the
interrelationships between these art forms.
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Telling Tales
This exhibition explores the recent trend among European designers for unique or limited edition pieces that push the boundaries between art and design. It showcases furniture, lighting and ceramics, designed by a new generation of international designers.
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Friday Late
On the last Friday of every month, the V&A hosts a contemporary late night event in the museum. Centred around a theme or exhibition, the evenings feature live performances, guest DJ's and often hands-on activities as well as a late bar.
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Craft Council Designer in Residence Mary Butcher, Artist Basketmaker
Mary Butcher trained with a traditional Basketmaker using willow and then rush, making functional items for local markets, but a Research Fellowship at Manchester Metropolitan University changed all that ...