Magazine

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A small but impactful group of designers belong to the Polish School of Posters; a ground-breaking art movement established in the wake of the Second World War. We examine the joyful – and truly original – designs curated by Polish poster experts Projekt 26.

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As one of the only American artists associated with both the Dada and Surrealist movements, Man Ray was a key figure in the rise of early twentieth-century avant-garde art. Join us as we take a look at his accomplished career and the events that led him to create a sculptural piece called La Poire d’Erik Satie. 

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During the outbreak of World War II, a small but influential group of artists flocked to a small fishing village on the western coast of Cornwall. Learn more about their pioneering abstract works.

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We reflect on the artworks that cemented the poster boy of Pop Art’s enduring celebrity around the world.

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We talked with Masami Yamada, Curator, Asia Department, about her experience of life at the V&A and the significance of some of the best-sellers from our print collection.

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This year’s exhibition is titled ‘America: An Analogy of Fashion’ and the dress code is Gilded Glamour. We take a closer look at the themes that embody the grandeur of the Gilded Age and the materials celebrities might be seen wearing on the red carpet this year.

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Incredibly imaginative, the titles of Hoffnung’s playful works alone – ‘Cat with Musical Whiskers’, ‘Cymbal Player with Bandaged Nose’, ‘Tubular Bell Accident’, amongst others – all bring extraordinary scenes to life.

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Christie’s sold Warhol’s 1964 Shot Sage Blue Marilyn in May 2022 for $195 million. We explore the genesis of the pop art prince’s Marilyn series, and the iconic silkscreen that became the most expensive twentieth-century artwork ever to sell at auction.

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Inspired by everyday objects and the intimacy of her own home, Bianca Harrington’s still life paintings evoke a comforting sense of calm. We catch up with her to discuss her latest works.

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Discover the rise of VOGUE supermodels in the fifties and sixties and the fun and frolics of their canine companions.

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The talent on show this year is exceptional. Here are some highlights from opening night.

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Interested in figures of an indeterminate gender, Manchester-based painter Lindsey Bull’s figurative works explore psychological states and how they manifest in the external world.