Room 68: Modernist to Contemporary Silver
Room 68 is devoted to silver of the last 100 years. There are thematic displays illustrating silver from the post-war period, the inter-war years, the Jazz Age as well as Art Deco, Arts and Crafts and Modernist styles. Claire Robinson's 'Bolero Jacket' is featured as well as Jan van Nouhuys' 'Pair of Candlesticks'.
From Room 68 you can try out computer interactives and explore various themes and ideas at the Silver Study Area. The Silver Galleries include more than 3,500 objects from medieval times to the present day, including pieces by some of the world's most celebrated goldsmiths.
Room 68 is on Level 3 of the V&A South Kensington.
Ballgowns: British Glamour Since 1950
From 19 May 2012 the V&A celebrates the opening of the newly renovated Fashion Galleries with an exhibition of beautiful ballgowns, red carpet evening dresses and catwalk showstoppers.
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Silver and Wood Keyring by Helena Rohner
Beautifully made hallmarked silver and wood keyring by acclaimed designer Helena Rohner.
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Thu 21 June 2012 13:00
GALLERY TALKS: Join Tessa Murdoch on a tour of Huguenot silver which includes work marked by first generation refugee goldsmith Pierre Platel and his former apprentice Paul de Lamerie whose customers included the Prime Minister Sir Robert Walpole.
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