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Figures & Fictions: Contemporary South African Photography

In 2011, Figures & Fictions: Contemporary South African Photography highlighted the work of 17 South African photographers

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Art Nouveau & the erotic

Art Nouveau (1890-1914) appeared during a period of radical change in Europe, as growing urbanization and political unrest forced a transformation of individual consciousness and collective society. Drawing on history, nature, symbolism and craft movements from around the world, Art Nouveau design found its expression in domestic objects, and thus brought its ideologies into the most intimate corners of human life.

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Chinese art post-1949 reading list

Recommended reading about Chinese art post-1949

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National Art Library book collections

The National Art Library is both a major reference library and the Museum's curatorial department for the art, craft and design of the book. Its holdings fall into two categories: the General Collection and Special Collections.

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National Art Library enquiry services

Information about making enquiries in person at the National Art Library, on the telephone, or by email.

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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International Arts and Crafts

International Arts and Crafts

Originally published to accompany a major exhibition at the V&A, International Arts and Crafts presents exciting new research on one of the most popular, far-reaching and influential design movements of modern times. Hardback.

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Event - HDR Photography

Wed 11 July 2012 10:30

DIGITAL COURSE: Wednesday 11 – Friday 13 July, 10.30 – 17.00
See inside the history of High Dynamic Range photography and practice how to compose and set your camera to take the perfectly exposed image with striking colours.

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