News: Victoria and Albert Museum

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   Faig Ahmed in Baku

   October 10, 2025

   For the first time, carpets by the contemporary Azerbaijani artist Faig Ahmed are being exhibited in his home country.     A major exhibition dedicated to Ahmed’s work — a compelling fusion of traditional carpet weaving and contemporary digital techniques — is being shown at the Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum in Baku. ‘Faig Ahmed: Epoch… Read more »

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   Textiles selected by The Princess of Wales for V&A East

   September 17, 2025

   The Princess of Wales has selected nine rare artefacts—including textiles—to be displayed at the newly opened V&A East Storehouse.    The mini display, ‘Makers and Creators’, includes a Morris & Co furnishing screen, a Welsh-made bedcover, a Qing dynasty porcelain vase, and a costume from the 1960’s ‘The Sleeping Beauty’ ballet.      The patchwork… Read more »