The V&A Museum

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Thursday: June 27
                      
The Albert and Victoria Museum

Hallway in the V&A












Off we went to the Albert and Victoria Museum, where a love shared by the queen and her prince would change British culture forever.  They believed that the public, no matter your stature in society, your wealth or education should be able to experience art.  Victoria and Albert were both artists and collectors. 


The "Cast" Room
Sapphire crown of Queen Victoria

Courtyard at the V&A
It has a wading pool with fountains




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Cast of David, originally they had a leaf covering part of David's anatomy
but Queen Victoria had it removed to stay to true to the original sculpture.

More of the "Cast" room
Panoramic view of one side of the "Cast" room.







Pieces from Queen Victoria and Prince Albert collection.
I want this sapphire necklace.

A cool pin for all the dog lovers out there.

Loved how the clouds were painted in this picture.

A view of the staircase looking up to the second floor.

The Albert and Victoria need a few more days to be able to see all the beautiful pieces.  There are sets and costumes from broadway shows to Oscar Statues.  

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