Conservation Treatments
Conservation encompasses two fundamentals: to make the Victoria and Albert Museum's collections last as long as possible and to assist our understanding and enjoyment of th…
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Picture and mirror frames: Reflections on treatment past, present and future
The V& A has a large collection of European gilded picture and mirror frames both on display and in storage. These date predominantly from the 18th and 19th centuries.
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Conservation of Houghton Hall textiles and furniture
Houghton Hall, Norfolk, was built and furnished in 1722-1735 for Sir Robert Walpole, the first British Prime Minister, by the innovative and leading designer William Kent.
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East meets West: The Althorp Triad
The Althorp triad, now on display in the British Galleries, is a particularly fine example of furniture that incorporates both oriental lacquer and western japanning.
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Overview of the gilded objects treated for the British Galleries
During the British Galleries project we have worked on over fifty objects, treating materials such as gilded wood, composition, leather, metal, japanned surfaces, silvered …
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Managing to be 'Tackless'
The Denon chair is one of a pair designed by Baron Dominique Vivant Denon and made by the celebrated firm of Jacob-Desmalter.
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The technical examination & conservation of painted furniture
Work on an English carved and painted armchair, dated about 1785, in preparation for it's inclusion in the new Ornament gallery in the V&A.
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Furniture timbers
Wood and metal are usually regarded as highly compatible materials. However, interactions between certain metals and woods can take place under adverse conditions, or as a…
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A gift in your will
You may not have thought of including a gift to a museum in your will, but the V&A is a charity and legacies form an important source of funding for our work. It is not just the great collectors and the wealthy who leave legacies to the V&A. Legacies of all sizes, large and small, make a real difference to what we can do and your support can help ensure that future generations enjoy the V&A as much as you have.
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Western Furniture: 1350 to the Present Day
Dazzling ... fascinating illustrations and informative text' The English Home This wide-ranging historical survey of Western furniture showcases the V…
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