Re: [lace] Temporary closures of galleries at V & A

[Bridget Marrow]

It's not all bad news at the V&A.  The main costume gallery (Room 40) is due 
to reopen in February with a new permanent display as well as a temporary 
exhibition 'Style and Splendour: Queen Maud of Norway's wardrobe 1896-1938'  
(Queen Maud was a granddaughter of Queen Victoria).  I don't know how much 
lace there will be - I'll report back when I have seen the exhibition.

I don't know what is happening in the Textile Study galleries - that's where 
the pull-out frames of lace are.  Its very sad if they have had to be closed 
as a security measure.  The actual thefts were of small (valuable) items of 
porcelain and sculpture.  But the thieves were able to come back and help 
themselves three times!  So obviously drastic measures have had to be taken.

Meanwhile there is some stunning lace on display, mostly on costume, in the 
new British Galleries.

I agree with Jean that it is sensible to phone for information before 
travelling from a distance - the website is not always up to date.
www.vam.ac.uk

Bridget, in Watford, England
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