Conference on new approaches to displaying dress

Conference
The Body in the Museum: New approaches to the display of dress
Museum of London
Saturday 17 March 2012

This conference brings together speakers from a variety of
backgrounds to share their experiences with different types of dress
supports. We will look at materials to use and avoid for short-term
exhibitions and permanent displays; the different ways of making
'cut-out' mannequins including the Body-Theque--a collection of
historic body shapes; how to create character and movement; the
reasons behind the use of full-figure mannequins and the advantages
and potential issues when working with artists and designers. To put
it all into context the day will begin with an exploration of the
history of 'the body in the museum'. You will also have the
opportunity to see more than 60 outfits and 250 accessories
displayed in the new Galleries of Modern London.

Fee: UKP40 / UKP15 (concessions)

Please call +44 20 7001 9844 to book.

For further information visit

    http://www.mymuseumoflondon.org.uk/
        blogs/blog/the-body-in-the-museum/

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Beatrice Behlen
Senior Curator
Fashion and Decorative Arts
Museum of London


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