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Welcome to the V&A, the world’s greatest museum of art and design

Our collections are spread over seven levels and organised by five major themes: Asia, Europe, Materials & Techniques, Modern and Exhibitions. See the index for a full list of all the collections within the themes, and the level they are on

Please ask a member of staff if you need help at any time

20 Highlights

Cover: Level 3, Marionette, Mary Shillabeer

Level 1

Ardabil Carpet

42 Level 1

Bodhisattva Guanyin

44

Level 1

Suit of armour

45

Level 3

Silver ewer and basinElie Pacot

CabinetHenri-Auguste Fourdinois

Level 3101

Level 0

The Becket Casket

8

Level 2

Great Bed of Ware

57

Level 3

BoatbuildingJohn Constable

87

Level 3

Prince Charming costumeAdam Ant

106

Level 3

Orchid jewel Philippe Wolfers

91

Level 4

Burgess Decanter

122

Level 1

Buddhist shrine from Myanmar (Burma)

18 Level 1

Samson Slaying a PhilistineGiambologna

50a

104

69

Level 4

Deep Blue and Bronze Persian SetDale Chihuly

129

Level 3

Egg ChairPeter Ghyczy

76

Level 1

Tipu’s Tiger

41

Level 3

Snuffbox with flowers

72

Level 6

Artist at his EaselPablo Picasso

145

Level 3

Miniature portrait of Mrs Jane SmallHans Holbein

90a

Level 2

Burghley Nef

62

IndexDifferent parts of the same level are not necessarily linked – use the map to find the lift or stair which goes to the part you want to visit

China 1The T.T. Tsui Gallery

Islamic Middle East 1The Jameel Gallery

Japan 1The Toshiba Gallery

Korea 1The Samsung Gallery

Sculpture 1The Robert H.N. Ho Family Foundation Gallery

South Asia 1The Nehru Gallery

South-East Asia 1

British Galleries 2 1500 – 1760British Galleries 4 1760 – 1900Cast Courts 1Europe 0 1600 – 1800 Reopens winter 2014Europe & America 3 1800 – 1900Medieval & Renaissance 0,1,2 300 – 1600Raphael 1Sculpture 1 1300 – 1600

20th Century 3

Architecture 4Ceramics 6Contemporary Glass 4The Märit Rausing Gallery

Fashion 1 Reopens spring 2012Furniture 6 Opens November 2012Glass 4Gold, Silver & Mosaics 3The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Galleries

Ironwork 3Jewellery 3The William and Judith Bollinger Gallery

Leighton 3Metalware 3The Belinda Gentle Gallery

Paintings 3The Edwin and Susan Davies Galleries

Photographs 3Portrait Miniatures 3The International Music and Art Foundation Gallery

Prints & Drawings 3The Julie and Robert Breckman Gallery

Sacred Silver 3 & Stained GlassThe Whiteley Galleries

SculptureThe Dorothy and Michael Hintze Galleries 1The Gilbert Bayes Gallery 3Silver 3The Whiteley Galleries

Tapestries 3Theatre & Performance 3

Postmodernism: 1 Style and Subversion 1970 – 1990 (24 September 2011 – 15 January 2012)Power of Making 1 (6 September 2011 – 2 January 2012)The Porter Gallery

Baby Change 0,1,2,4Bookshop 1Café 1Morris, Gamble & Poynter Rooms

Cloakroom 1Cloakroom 0Exit to Cromwell Road 1Exit to Exhibition Road 1Exit to Tunnel 0Garden 1The John Madejski Garden

Garden Café 1Gift Shop 1Hands-on exhibits 2,3,4Information 1Lecture Theatre 4,5The Lydia and Manfred Gorvy Lecture Theatre

Lift

Meeting Point 1Membership 1Members’ Room 4National Art Library 3Prints & Drawings 4 Study RoomRIBA Architecture 4 Study RoomsSackler Centre 0Sackler Centre for arts education

Seminar Room 3 5Seminar Room A 5Seminar Room B 6StairTickets 1Toilets 0,1,2,3,4,5Toilets 0,1,2,3,4Wi-Fi Please ask a member

of staff for assistance

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Major exhibitions this autumn and winter Coming soon

Grace Jones in a maternity dress designed by Jean-Paul Goude and Antonio Lopez, 1979 © Jean-Paul Goude

British Design 1948 – 2012: Innovation in a Modern Age 31 March – 12 August 2012 Sponsored by Ernst & Young

Robin Day, Three Mark II Polyprop Chairs stacked, 1963 © V&A Images

Cecil Beaton, Queen Elizabeth II in Coronation Robes, 1953 © V&A Images

Printed silk dress with applique, quilting and beading, Erdem A/W 2008 – 9

UK Pavilion, ‘Seed Cathedral’, Shanghai World Expo, 2010

Buy exhibition tickets from the Information Desk (timed tickets are in operation)

Become a V&A Member and get into exhibitions for free

Postmodernism: Style and Subversion 1970 – 199024 September 2011 – 15 January 2012Supported by the Friends of the V&A

This is the first in-depth survey of art, design and architecture of the 1970s and 1980s, examining one of the most controversial phenomena in recent art and design history. Postmodernism evolved from a provocative architectural movement and rapidly went on to influence all areas of popular culture including art, film, music, graphics and fashion

With further support from Barclays Wealth

Crochetdermy bear © Shauna Richardson

Queen Elizabeth II by Cecil Beaton: A Diamond Jubilee Celebration 8 February – 22 April 2012

Ballgowns: British Glamour Since 1950 Opens 14 May 2012

Thomas Heatherwick 31 May – 30 September 2012Sponsored by Ernst & Young

Power of Making 6 September 2011 – 2 January 2012

The V&A and Crafts Council celebrate the role of making in our lives by presenting an eclectic selection of over 100 exquisitely crafted objects. Power of Making is a cabinet of curiosities showing works by both amateurs and leading makers from around the world presenting a range of skills with imaginative and spectacular results

A V&A and Crafts Council exhibition

Join the V&A and see our exhibitions for free V&A Members enjoy free, priority entry to all V&A exhibitions, plus a wealth of other benefits including exclusive preview days, the V&A Members’ Room and a free subscription to V&A Magazine. Plus you will have access to an exciting programme of Members’ events, and exclusive Members-only offers and discounts. Your Membership will help support the vital work of the V&A, from acquisitions to scholarships, exhibitions to major projects.Choose the Membership that suits you: Individual, Family, Student or Contributing. All types of Membership are also available to buy as gifts, and make the perfect present

Join today Visit the Membership Desk, call 020 7942 2271 or go to www.vam.ac.uk/membership

For information on other ways to support the V&Acall 020 7942 2149 or visit www.vam.ac.uk/supporting

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Welcome to the V&A, the world’s greatest museum of art and design

Our collections are spread over seven levels and organised by five major themes: Asia, Europe, Materials & Techniques, Modern and Exhibitions. See the index for a full list of all the collections within the themes, and the level they are on

Please ask a member of staff if you need help at any time

20 Highlights

Cover: Level 3, Marionette, Mary Shillabeer

Level 1

Ardabil Carpet

42 Level 1

Bodhisattva Guanyin

44

Level 1

Suit of armour

45

Level 3

Silver ewer and basinElie Pacot

CabinetHenri-Auguste Fourdinois

Level 3101

Level 0

The Becket Casket

8

Level 2

Great Bed of Ware

57

Level 3

BoatbuildingJohn Constable

87

Level 3

Prince Charming costumeAdam Ant

106

Level 3

Orchid jewel Philippe Wolfers

91

Level 4

Burgess Decanter

122

Level 1

Buddhist shrine from Myanmar (Burma)

18 Level 1

Samson Slaying a PhilistineGiambologna

50a

104

69

Level 4

Deep Blue and Bronze Persian SetDale Chihuly

129

Level 3

Egg ChairPeter Ghyczy

76

Level 1

Tipu’s Tiger

41

Level 3

Snuffbox with flowers

72

Level 6

Artist at his EaselPablo Picasso

145

Level 3

Miniature portrait of Mrs Jane SmallHans Holbein

90a

Level 2

Burghley Nef

62

IndexDifferent parts of the same level are not necessarily linked – use the map to find the lift or stair which goes to the part you want to visit

China 1The T.T. Tsui Gallery

Islamic Middle East 1The Jameel Gallery

Japan 1The Toshiba Gallery

Korea 1The Samsung Gallery

Sculpture 1The Robert H.N. Ho Family Foundation Gallery

South Asia 1The Nehru Gallery

South-East Asia 1

British Galleries 2 1500 – 1760British Galleries 4 1760 – 1900Cast Courts 1Europe 0 1600 – 1800 Reopens winter 2014Europe & America 3 1800 – 1900Medieval & Renaissance 0,1,2 300 – 1600Raphael 1Sculpture 1 1300 – 1600

20th Century 3

Architecture 4Ceramics 6Contemporary Glass 4The Märit Rausing Gallery

Fashion 1 Reopens spring 2012Furniture 6 Opens November 2012Glass 4Gold, Silver & Mosaics 3The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Galleries

Ironwork 3Jewellery 3The William and Judith Bollinger Gallery

Leighton 3Metalware 3The Belinda Gentle Gallery

Paintings 3The Edwin and Susan Davies Galleries

Photographs 3Portrait Miniatures 3The International Music and Art Foundation Gallery

Prints & Drawings 3The Julie and Robert Breckman Gallery

Sacred Silver 3 & Stained GlassThe Whiteley Galleries

SculptureThe Dorothy and Michael Hintze Galleries 1The Gilbert Bayes Gallery 3Silver 3The Whiteley Galleries

Tapestries 3Theatre & Performance 3

Postmodernism: 1 Style and Subversion 1970 – 1990 (24 September 2011 – 15 January 2012)Power of Making 1 (6 September 2011 – 2 January 2012)The Porter Gallery

Baby Change 0,1,2,4Bookshop 1Café 1Morris, Gamble & Poynter Rooms

Cloakroom 1Cloakroom 0Exit to Cromwell Road 1Exit to Exhibition Road 1Exit to Tunnel 0Garden 1The John Madejski Garden

Garden Café 1Gift Shop 1Hands-on exhibits 2,3,4Information 1Lecture Theatre 4,5The Lydia and Manfred Gorvy Lecture Theatre

Lift

Meeting Point 1Membership 1Members’ Room 4National Art Library 3Prints & Drawings 4 Study RoomRIBA Architecture 4 Study RoomsSackler Centre 0Sackler Centre for arts education

Seminar Room 3 5Seminar Room A 5Seminar Room B 6StairTickets 1Toilets 0,1,2,3,4,5Toilets 0,1,2,3,4Wi-Fi Please ask a member

of staff for assistance

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Major exhibitions this autumn and winter Coming soon

Grace Jones in a maternity dress designed by Jean-Paul Goude and Antonio Lopez, 1979 © Jean-Paul Goude

British Design 1948 – 2012: Innovation in a Modern Age 31 March – 12 August 2012 Sponsored by Ernst & Young

Robin Day, Three Mark II Polyprop Chairs stacked, 1963 © V&A Images

Cecil Beaton, Queen Elizabeth II in Coronation Robes, 1953 © V&A Images

Printed silk dress with applique, quilting and beading, Erdem A/W 2008 – 9

UK Pavilion, ‘Seed Cathedral’, Shanghai World Expo, 2010

Buy exhibition tickets from the Information Desk (timed tickets are in operation)

Become a V&A Member and get into exhibitions for free

Postmodernism: Style and Subversion 1970 – 199024 September 2011 – 15 January 2012Supported by the Friends of the V&A

This is the first in-depth survey of art, design and architecture of the 1970s and 1980s, examining one of the most controversial phenomena in recent art and design history. Postmodernism evolved from a provocative architectural movement and rapidly went on to influence all areas of popular culture including art, film, music, graphics and fashion

With further support from Barclays Wealth

Crochetdermy bear © Shauna Richardson

Queen Elizabeth II by Cecil Beaton: A Diamond Jubilee Celebration 8 February – 22 April 2012

Ballgowns: British Glamour Since 1950 Opens 14 May 2012

Thomas Heatherwick 31 May – 30 September 2012Sponsored by Ernst & Young

Power of Making 6 September 2011 – 2 January 2012

The V&A and Crafts Council celebrate the role of making in our lives by presenting an eclectic selection of over 100 exquisitely crafted objects. Power of Making is a cabinet of curiosities showing works by both amateurs and leading makers from around the world presenting a range of skills with imaginative and spectacular results

A V&A and Crafts Council exhibition

Join the V&A and see our exhibitions for free V&A Members enjoy free, priority entry to all V&A exhibitions, plus a wealth of other benefits including exclusive preview days, the V&A Members’ Room and a free subscription to V&A Magazine. Plus you will have access to an exciting programme of Members’ events, and exclusive Members-only offers and discounts. Your Membership will help support the vital work of the V&A, from acquisitions to scholarships, exhibitions to major projects.Choose the Membership that suits you: Individual, Family, Student or Contributing. All types of Membership are also available to buy as gifts, and make the perfect present

Join today Visit the Membership Desk, call 020 7942 2271 or go to www.vam.ac.uk/membership

For information on other ways to support the V&Acall 020 7942 2149 or visit www.vam.ac.uk/supporting

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Welcome to the V&A, the world’s greatest museum of art and design

Our collections are spread over seven levels and organised by five major themes: Asia, Europe, Materials & Techniques, Modern and Exhibitions. See the index for a full list of all the collections within the themes, and the level they are on

Please ask a member of staff if you need help at any time

20 Highlights

Cover: Level 3, Marionette, Mary Shillabeer

Level 1

Ardabil Carpet

42 Level 1

Bodhisattva Guanyin

44

Level 1

Suit of armour

45

Level 3

Silver ewer and basinElie Pacot

CabinetHenri-Auguste Fourdinois

Level 3101

Level 0

The Becket Casket

8

Level 2

Great Bed of Ware

57

Level 3

BoatbuildingJohn Constable

87

Level 3

Prince Charming costumeAdam Ant

106

Level 3

Orchid jewel Philippe Wolfers

91

Level 4

Burgess Decanter

122

Level 1

Buddhist shrine from Myanmar (Burma)

18 Level 1

Samson Slaying a PhilistineGiambologna

50a

104

69

Level 4

Deep Blue and Bronze Persian SetDale Chihuly

129

Level 3

Egg ChairPeter Ghyczy

76

Level 1

Tipu’s Tiger

41

Level 3

Snuffbox with flowers

72

Level 6

Artist at his EaselPablo Picasso

145

Level 3

Miniature portrait of Mrs Jane SmallHans Holbein

90a

Level 2

Burghley Nef

62

IndexDifferent parts of the same level are not necessarily linked – use the map to find the lift or stair which goes to the part you want to visit

China 1The T.T. Tsui Gallery

Islamic Middle East 1The Jameel Gallery

Japan 1The Toshiba Gallery

Korea 1The Samsung Gallery

Sculpture 1The Robert H.N. Ho Family Foundation Gallery

South Asia 1The Nehru Gallery

South-East Asia 1

British Galleries 2 1500 – 1760British Galleries 4 1760 – 1900Cast Courts 1Europe 0 1600 – 1800 Reopens winter 2014Europe & America 3 1800 – 1900Medieval & Renaissance 0,1,2 300 – 1600Raphael 1Sculpture 1 1300 – 1600

20th Century 3

Architecture 4Ceramics 6Contemporary Glass 4The Märit Rausing Gallery

Fashion 1 Reopens spring 2012Furniture 6 Opens November 2012Glass 4Gold, Silver & Mosaics 3The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Galleries

Ironwork 3Jewellery 3The William and Judith Bollinger Gallery

Leighton 3Metalware 3The Belinda Gentle Gallery

Paintings 3The Edwin and Susan Davies Galleries

Photographs 3Portrait Miniatures 3The International Music and Art Foundation Gallery

Prints & Drawings 3The Julie and Robert Breckman Gallery

Sacred Silver 3 & Stained GlassThe Whiteley Galleries

SculptureThe Dorothy and Michael Hintze Galleries 1The Gilbert Bayes Gallery 3Silver 3The Whiteley Galleries

Tapestries 3Theatre & Performance 3

Postmodernism: 1 Style and Subversion 1970 – 1990 (24 September 2011 – 15 January 2012)Power of Making 1 (6 September 2011 – 2 January 2012)The Porter Gallery

Baby Change 0,1,2,4Bookshop 1Café 1Morris, Gamble & Poynter Rooms

Cloakroom 1Cloakroom 0Exit to Cromwell Road 1Exit to Exhibition Road 1Exit to Tunnel 0Garden 1The John Madejski Garden

Garden Café 1Gift Shop 1Hands-on exhibits 2,3,4Information 1Lecture Theatre 4,5The Lydia and Manfred Gorvy Lecture Theatre

Lift

Meeting Point 1Membership 1Members’ Room 4National Art Library 3Prints & Drawings 4 Study RoomRIBA Architecture 4 Study RoomsSackler Centre 0Sackler Centre for arts education

Seminar Room 3 5Seminar Room A 5Seminar Room B 6StairTickets 1Toilets 0,1,2,3,4,5Toilets 0,1,2,3,4Wi-Fi Please ask a member

of staff for assistance

PAGES_2-3_AUTUMN_WINTER_2011.indd 1-2 04/08/2011 10:19

Major exhibitions this autumn and winter Coming soon

Grace Jones in a maternity dress designed by Jean-Paul Goude and Antonio Lopez, 1979 © Jean-Paul Goude

British Design 1948 – 2012: Innovation in a Modern Age 31 March – 12 August 2012 Sponsored by Ernst & Young

Robin Day, Three Mark II Polyprop Chairs stacked, 1963 © V&A Images

Cecil Beaton, Queen Elizabeth II in Coronation Robes, 1953 © V&A Images

Printed silk dress with applique, quilting and beading, Erdem A/W 2008 – 9

UK Pavilion, ‘Seed Cathedral’, Shanghai World Expo, 2010

Buy exhibition tickets from the Information Desk (timed tickets are in operation)

Become a V&A Member and get into exhibitions for free

Postmodernism: Style and Subversion 1970 – 199024 September 2011 – 15 January 2012Supported by the Friends of the V&A

This is the first in-depth survey of art, design and architecture of the 1970s and 1980s, examining one of the most controversial phenomena in recent art and design history. Postmodernism evolved from a provocative architectural movement and rapidly went on to influence all areas of popular culture including art, film, music, graphics and fashion

With further support from Barclays Wealth

Crochetdermy bear © Shauna Richardson

Queen Elizabeth II by Cecil Beaton: A Diamond Jubilee Celebration 8 February – 22 April 2012

Ballgowns: British Glamour Since 1950 Opens 14 May 2012

Thomas Heatherwick 31 May – 30 September 2012Sponsored by Ernst & Young

Power of Making 6 September 2011 – 2 January 2012

The V&A and Crafts Council celebrate the role of making in our lives by presenting an eclectic selection of over 100 exquisitely crafted objects. Power of Making is a cabinet of curiosities showing works by both amateurs and leading makers from around the world presenting a range of skills with imaginative and spectacular results

A V&A and Crafts Council exhibition

Join the V&A and see our exhibitions for free V&A Members enjoy free, priority entry to all V&A exhibitions, plus a wealth of other benefits including exclusive preview days, the V&A Members’ Room and a free subscription to V&A Magazine. Plus you will have access to an exciting programme of Members’ events, and exclusive Members-only offers and discounts. Your Membership will help support the vital work of the V&A, from acquisitions to scholarships, exhibitions to major projects.Choose the Membership that suits you: Individual, Family, Student or Contributing. All types of Membership are also available to buy as gifts, and make the perfect present

Join today Visit the Membership Desk, call 020 7942 2271 or go to www.vam.ac.uk/membership

For information on other ways to support the V&Acall 020 7942 2149 or visit www.vam.ac.uk/supporting

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Welcome to the V&A, the world’s greatest museum of art and design

Our collections are spread over seven levels and organised by five major themes: Asia, Europe, Materials & Techniques, Modern and Exhibitions. See the index for a full list of all the collections within the themes, and the level they are on

Please ask a member of staff if you need help at any time

20 Highlights

Cover: Level 3, Marionette, Mary Shillabeer

Level 1

Ardabil Carpet

42 Level 1

Bodhisattva Guanyin

44

Level 1

Suit of armour

45

Level 3

Silver ewer and basinElie Pacot

CabinetHenri-Auguste Fourdinois

Level 3101

Level 0

The Becket Casket

8

Level 2

Great Bed of Ware

57

Level 3

BoatbuildingJohn Constable

87

Level 3

Prince Charming costumeAdam Ant

106

Level 3

Orchid jewel Philippe Wolfers

91

Level 4

Burgess Decanter

122

Level 1

Buddhist shrine from Myanmar (Burma)

18 Level 1

Samson Slaying a PhilistineGiambologna

50a

104

69

Level 4

Deep Blue and Bronze Persian SetDale Chihuly

129

Level 3

Egg ChairPeter Ghyczy

76

Level 1

Tipu’s Tiger

41

Level 3

Snuffbox with flowers

72

Level 6

Artist at his EaselPablo Picasso

145

Level 3

Miniature portrait of Mrs Jane SmallHans Holbein

90a

Level 2

Burghley Nef

62

IndexDifferent parts of the same level are not necessarily linked – use the map to find the lift or stair which goes to the part you want to visit

China 1The T.T. Tsui Gallery

Islamic Middle East 1The Jameel Gallery

Japan 1The Toshiba Gallery

Korea 1The Samsung Gallery

Sculpture 1The Robert H.N. Ho Family Foundation Gallery

South Asia 1The Nehru Gallery

South-East Asia 1

British Galleries 2 1500 – 1760British Galleries 4 1760 – 1900Cast Courts 1Europe 0 1600 – 1800 Reopens winter 2014Europe & America 3 1800 – 1900Medieval & Renaissance 0,1,2 300 – 1600Raphael 1Sculpture 1 1300 – 1600

20th Century 3

Architecture 4Ceramics 6Contemporary Glass 4The Märit Rausing Gallery

Fashion 1 Reopens spring 2012Furniture 6 Opens November 2012Glass 4Gold, Silver & Mosaics 3The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Galleries

Ironwork 3Jewellery 3The William and Judith Bollinger Gallery

Leighton 3Metalware 3The Belinda Gentle Gallery

Paintings 3The Edwin and Susan Davies Galleries

Photographs 3Portrait Miniatures 3The International Music and Art Foundation Gallery

Prints & Drawings 3The Julie and Robert Breckman Gallery

Sacred Silver 3 & Stained GlassThe Whiteley Galleries

SculptureThe Dorothy and Michael Hintze Galleries 1The Gilbert Bayes Gallery 3Silver 3The Whiteley Galleries

Tapestries 3Theatre & Performance 3

Postmodernism: 1 Style and Subversion 1970 – 1990 (24 September 2011 – 15 January 2012)Power of Making 1 (6 September 2011 – 2 January 2012)The Porter Gallery

Baby Change 0,1,2,4Bookshop 1Café 1Morris, Gamble & Poynter Rooms

Cloakroom 1Cloakroom 0Exit to Cromwell Road 1Exit to Exhibition Road 1Exit to Tunnel 0Garden 1The John Madejski Garden

Garden Café 1Gift Shop 1Hands-on exhibits 2,3,4Information 1Lecture Theatre 4,5The Lydia and Manfred Gorvy Lecture Theatre

Lift

Meeting Point 1Membership 1Members’ Room 4National Art Library 3Prints & Drawings 4 Study RoomRIBA Architecture 4 Study RoomsSackler Centre 0Sackler Centre for arts education

Seminar Room 3 5Seminar Room A 5Seminar Room B 6StairTickets 1Toilets 0,1,2,3,4,5Toilets 0,1,2,3,4Wi-Fi Please ask a member

of staff for assistance

PAGES_2-3_AUTUMN_WINTER_2011.indd 1-2 04/08/2011 10:19

Major exhibitions this autumn and winter Coming soon

Grace Jones in a maternity dress designed by Jean-Paul Goude and Antonio Lopez, 1979 © Jean-Paul Goude

British Design 1948 – 2012: Innovation in a Modern Age 31 March – 12 August 2012 Sponsored by Ernst & Young

Robin Day, Three Mark II Polyprop Chairs stacked, 1963 © V&A Images

Cecil Beaton, Queen Elizabeth II in Coronation Robes, 1953 © V&A Images

Printed silk dress with applique, quilting and beading, Erdem A/W 2008 – 9

UK Pavilion, ‘Seed Cathedral’, Shanghai World Expo, 2010

Buy exhibition tickets from the Information Desk (timed tickets are in operation)

Become a V&A Member and get into exhibitions for free

Postmodernism: Style and Subversion 1970 – 199024 September 2011 – 15 January 2012Supported by the Friends of the V&A

This is the first in-depth survey of art, design and architecture of the 1970s and 1980s, examining one of the most controversial phenomena in recent art and design history. Postmodernism evolved from a provocative architectural movement and rapidly went on to influence all areas of popular culture including art, film, music, graphics and fashion

With further support from Barclays Wealth

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Queen Elizabeth II by Cecil Beaton: A Diamond Jubilee Celebration 8 February – 22 April 2012

Ballgowns: British Glamour Since 1950 Opens 14 May 2012

Thomas Heatherwick 31 May – 30 September 2012Sponsored by Ernst & Young

Power of Making 6 September 2011 – 2 January 2012

The V&A and Crafts Council celebrate the role of making in our lives by presenting an eclectic selection of over 100 exquisitely crafted objects. Power of Making is a cabinet of curiosities showing works by both amateurs and leading makers from around the world presenting a range of skills with imaginative and spectacular results

A V&A and Crafts Council exhibition

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