Drawings for the sculpture of 'America'
These three drawings by John Bell (1812-1895) are designs for a sculpture representing America, made for one corner…
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Powerdressing: Zoot suits
Despite being worn by a relatively small number of people, who themselves formed part of a minority in early 1940s …
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20th-century designers (USA-based) reading list
Recommended reading list about 20th century designers based in the USA.
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Pansy Chinery
Pansy Chinery made her name as Alar the Human Arrow with a troupe called the Flying Zedoras. In her act she was shot from a giant crossbow, flew through the air into a huge paper target, to be caught on the other side by her sister swinging from a trapeze.
Victorian circus
History of circus performance in Britain in the 19th century, and the development of circus acts, portable buildings and tenting.
About the Asian collections
The V&A collections of Asian art, including Islamic, Chinese and Indian collections.
Asante gold
Gold was central to Asante art and belief. At a political level, gold indicated the kingdom's dominance over rivals. Much gold entered the Asante court via tribute or war and was worked there by artisans from conquered territories. The court's power was further demonstrated through its regulation of the regional gold trade.
Not Vital: Naiv Installation
Not Vital installing his work 'Naiv' in the Blood on Paper exhibition
British Design 1948–2012: Innovation in the Modern Age
31 March–12 August 2012
Showcasing over 300 British design objects, this exhibition celebrates the best of British post-war art and design from the 1948 ‘Austerity Games' to the summer of 2012.
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The Arts of Spain: Iberia and Latin America 1450-1700
A stunning survey of Hispanic art, published in association with the Hispanic Society of America
Buy nowEvent - Late Medieval & Early Renaissance 11/12
Tue 13 September 2011–Tue 10 July 2012
COURSE: Study dynamic innovations and discoveries in the visual arts between 1250 and 1500, one of the richest and most fascinating periods in the history of western European art. Tuesdays, 13 September 2011– 10 July 2012 (over 3 terms)
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