Encyclopaedic and global in scope they encompass the history of fine ceramic production from about 2500 bc to the present day.
V a ceramics gallery.
The v a s ceramics collections are unrivalled anywhere in the world.
Purpose built in 1909 for the display of the museum s ceramics collection the galleries had changed very little over the years and the old cases and displays no longer met modern museum standards or audience expectations.
Stanton williams were commissioned in 2005 to provide a setting worthy of these items.
Five years ago over concern for the security of the collection the v a s ceramics galleries closed to the public.
Renowned ceramicist kate malone bbc2s the great pottery throw down and ceramic artist neil brownsword join v a curators reino liefkes and alun graves on a tour through the treasure trove collection revealing some of its secrets and revelling over standout items along the way.
The v a s collections of ceramics are one of its greatest glories unrivalled for their richness and breadth.
V a ceramics galleries 2011 briglin com.
V a ceramics briglin com 2011 mov.
Today the v a s 11 galleries dedicated to ceramics run the full length of the museum and still benefit from this natural light.
Fritware bottle painted in underglaze decoration in blue and black.
V a ceramic gallery in the 50 s.