Art of Glass
22 December 2021 • Paul Carey-Kent
The old distinctions between ‘art’ and ‘craft’ have reduced sufficiently in recent years that ceramics and textiles can now be… Read More
Tag: The V&A
V&A announces The Parasol Foundation Women in Photography Project, a new curatorial programme to support women in photography
8 September 2021 • Mark Westall
Today, the V&A has announced The Parasol Foundation Women in Photography Project, a major new curatorial programme to support women… Read More
Stunning 17th-century Japanese garments, international haute couture and costumes from Star Wars come together in a major V&A exhibition on kimono fashion
28 February 2020 • Mark Westall
On 29 February, the V&A opens Europe’s first major exhibition on kimono, Kimono: Kyoto to Catwalk . The ultimate symbol of Japan.
V&A acquires the most exquisitely modelled piece of English porcelain, discovered at a French flea market
23 December 2019 • Mark Westall
The V&A has announced it has acquired a previously unknown porcelain sculpture Head of a Laughing Child (about 1746–49) after its chance discovery at a French flea market eight years ago.
The V&A announces a new, long-term collaboration with Sir Elton John and David Furnish to revolutionise public access to photography.
17 April 2019 • Mark Westall
The V&A announces a new, long-term collaboration with Sir Elton John and David Furnish to revolutionise public access to photography.
Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams traces the history and impact of one of the 20th century’s most influential couturiers
30 January 2019 • Mark Westall
Today the V&A opens the largest and most comprehensive exhibition ever staged in the UK on the House of Dior.
The V&A unveils plans for two new sites and the future of its collection
1 November 2018 • Mark Westall
The V&A has unveiled plans that will revolutionise how its world-leading collection of art, design and performance is accessed, explored and experienced.