Olympic torch, by Ralph Lavers, 1947
The V&A has recently acquired a torch from the 1948 London Olympics, which is thought to have been used on the Belg…
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The Bowes Cup, by Jacob Bodendick, 1675-6
The Bowes Cup, is a two-handled vessel made from gold and survives from the reign of Charles II. It was probably gi…
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The Boar and Bear Hunt tapestry
This tapestry is one of a group of four, known as the Devonshire Hunting Tapestries, made in the southern Netherlan…
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Obituary of Lionel Lambourne, OBE
Lionel Lambourne (1933–2010) had a distinguished museum career in a variety of roles. He joined the Victoria & Albe…
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Richard Slee: From Utility to Futility (essay)
An essay by Amanda Fielding on Richard Slee: From Utility to Futility, the first major solo exhibition at the V&A for the 'Grand Wizard of Studio Ceramics.
Past exhibitions & displays 2008
Listings of past major exhibitions, displays and installations that opened in the V&A in 2008.
19th-century fashion reading list
Recommended reading about 19th century fashion
Museums Sheffield
A formal partnership between the V&A and Museums Sheffield was agreed in 1999. Its objectives are to extend access to V&A's collections outside London, establish the Millennium Galleries as a flagship service in Yorkshire and raise the profile of both organisations.
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We are currently working on an exciting project to conserve and re-install the original stained glass on the landings of the Manfred and Lydia Gorvy Lecture Theatre. We need your help to raise £75,000 to bring these historical features back to their former glory for us all to enjoy.
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Fashion V Sport
Accompanies a contemporary exhibition at the V&A opening in August
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