Explore the everyday relevance of design and how it improves our lives. Head into our galleries and you can discover the many hidden stories of Scottish design which have had a global impact. Ranging ...

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The UK’s first exhibition on Elsa Schiaparelli spans the 1920s to today, celebrating the innovative designer's influence. It traces the fashion house’s groundbreaking origins and its evolution under ...

The first Chinese wallpapers appeared for sale in London in the late 17th century. These hand-painted papers, and the chinoiserie (use of Chinese motifs and techniques) decorative styles they inspired ...

The V&A has been touring its exhibitions overseas since 1987 and today works with venues in over 40 countries making it one of the largest touring programmes in the world. We offer an incredible range ...

Rodin paved the way for 'modern' sculpture, challenging accepted traditions in his figures, portraits, groups and conceptual works. The V&A has 24 Rodin sculptures, including 18 given by the sculptor ...

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This guided tour brings together highlights from our Scottish Design Gallery, celebrating pieces inspired by nature. From the work of Scottish designer Geoffrey Mann to Alexander Johnston and the ...

The V&A Magazine is now available to read online. V&A Members can now access a growing digital archive, featuring every issue published since 2019. Accessible on desktop, tablet or mobile, the Exact ...

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Decorative, sensual, and uncompromising, Art Nouveau ('New Art') emerged as a dynamic and expressive style in the visual arts from the early 1890s to the First World War. Taking its inspiration from ...

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