Ceremonial hat for eating Bouillabaisse: Eileen Agar 1936
The 'Ceremonial Hat for Eating Bouillabaisse' by British surealist Eileen Agar, was one of the most unusual objects…
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Surreal semi-synthetics
The exhibition focuses on the work of Surrealist artists and designers active before 1939 and follows their careers…
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V&A Illustration Awards 2006: Student Category
The student category was judged by illustrator and former winner Sara Fanelli , illustrator and former winner Daniel Pudles and graphic designer Geoffrey Winston.
20th-century designers (Italy) reading list
A brief reading list of Italian based 20th century designers.
20th-century designers (French-based) reading list
‘Recommended reading about French-based 20th century designers
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.
Artists' books: interviews with artists
Artists' book makers Jackie Batey, Sarah Bodman, John Dilnot, Susan Johanknecht, Angela Lorenz and Marshall Weber talk about their work.
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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The Surreal Body
A stunningly illustrated introduction to Surreal fashion and adornment
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