Victorian dress at the V&A
The V&A's Victorian dress collection represents the fashions worn by the wealthy in the 19th century, and reflects …
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Corsets & crinolines in Victorian fashion
Changes in body shape throughout the Victorian period were facilitaded by new attitudes and technology. From cage c…
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Corsets and bustles from 1880-90 - the move from over structured opulance to the 'healthy corset'
From 1880-90 exaggerated bustles became fashionable and 'healthy corsets' were introduced.
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James Leman's textile design album
The album contains ninety-seven designs for woven silk, painted in watercolour. Most date from 1706-1716, but a few…
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Embroidery pattern books 1523-1700
The Word and Image Department of the V&A holds 60 original embroidery books including the only extant copy of Richa…
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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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Event - Inside Outing: Heatherwick Studio
Fri 08 June 2012 11:00
STUDY DAY: Join us for a fascinating day exploring the multiplicity of design produced by the Heatherwick Studio. Hear talks from museum curators utilising our fantastic design resources and visual archives and get a chance to visit the Heatherwick Studio at Kings Cross.
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