27 June 2010
Quilts, Grace Kelly and the collection of Horace Walpole - Three brilliant shows from one of our favorite museums.
During this hot and sticky summer, the galleries of the Victoria and Albert are perfect for a cooling culture blast! We decide to become museum members and make the most of the instant saving - a great way to enjoy the many varied shows and save £'s!
We start our day with the iconic fashions of Grace Kelly - beautiful pieces by Balenciaga, Chanel and Yves saint Laurent are present and correct.
Next up - Quilts - 1700 to 2010. A very interesting and diverse collection of 65 fabric fantasies! Grayson Perry, tracey Emin and the inmates of Wandsworth Prison get to show off!
After a quick sarnie break in the John Madejski Garden we step back in time and explore the collection of Horace Walpole. This 10 room exhibition recreates Walpole's pioneering collection in the context of the rooms at Strawberry Hill, where visitors experienced a journey through ancient and modern British history and European art.
Strawberry Hill was Walpole's 'little Gothic Castle' - it will soon be open to the public once again after a huge makeover. Can't wait to explore!
