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9) The Victoria & Albert Museum's textile collection: British textile design from 1940 to the present
Author
Publisher
V&A Publications
Pub. Date
1999.
Language
English
Author
Series
Publisher
Thames & Hudson Lt
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"From medieval pilgrim badges and Renaissance hat decorations to jewelled brooches and twentieth-century political pins, brooches and badges are often more than practical or decorative dress fasteners; they are expressions of identity. Focusing on the V&A's world-famous collection, 'Brooches & Badges' explores the evolution of these intricate and versatile works of art, and the way in which changes in dress have dictated their use"--From V&A website....
Author
Publisher
V&A Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"Expertly crafted from thousands of tiny and intricately arranged pieces, micromosaics appear at first glance to be miniature paintings. Closer inspection reveals the extraordinary skill of the virtuoso makers, who were able to create exquisite images brimming with drama and atmosphere. Focusing on 30 highlights from the V&A's superlative Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Collection, which includes some of the finest examples of micromosaics made, this...
16) Rings
Author
Series
Publisher
Thames & Hudson
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"Rings are powerfully evocative pieces of jewelry, traditionally worn as symbols of love, loyalty, remembrance or faith. Focusing on the V&A's world-famous collection, Rings tells the story of their evolution from sculptural gem-set bands worn in medieval times to Art Deco masterpieces, dramatic gemstone "rocks" of the 1950s, and innovation works of art created by contemporary jewelers" -- Page 4 of cover.
