<b>Lecture - Sat 8 Feb</b><br>Latest V&A Embroidery Acquisitions with Silvija Banić

Lecture - Sat 8 Feb
Latest V&A Embroidery Acquisitions with Silvija Banić

Sat 8 Feb 2025 @6.30pm

Join the textile historian and curator Silvija Banić for an illuminating lecture exploring the latest embroidery acquisitions at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.

As one of the world's leading institutions for art and design, the V&A houses a remarkable textile collection, showcasing the artistry and craftsmanship of fabrics spanning centuries and continents. From delicate early medieval needlework to avant-garde contemporary designs, the collection celebrates the cultural and historical significance of embroidery as both an art form and a practical craft.

In this special presentation, Silvija will delve into the stories behind some of the most recent additions to the museum’s collection of European embroidery. Drawing on her expertise in textiles and her deep understanding of historical and modern techniques, she will highlight key acquisitions, their provenance, and their significance within the wider context of the collection.

About

Silvija Banić

Dr Silvija Banić is the Curator of Textiles before 1800 in the Performance, Furniture, Textiles and Fashion Department at the V&A. She specializes in woven and non-woven textiles made in Europe during the Middle Ages, Renaissance and Early Modern period.