Tag Archives: historical

Working with the MoMu/UA study collection: Learning About Degradation

September 8, 2016 – 10:10

Bonnet (1880 – 1910) Inventory number: 80335 Materials and techniques: Cotton; Silk; Linen; Lace; Velvet   Before the start of a conservation treatment, a series of analyses have to be performed. Choices made during conservation decision making are based on the results of those analyses. One topic to explore is the cause of degradation. This […]

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Historical Costume, Class of 2015

October 30, 2015 – 10:30

From the rich history of fashion and dress, each 2BA student has to choose a historical figure with a costume typical for the period. They have to do thorough research, including the political, cultural and social structures of the time, as well as a detailed study of the fabrics, materials, patterns and shapes that are […]

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Class of 2014: Historical Costume at MoMu Gallery

November 13, 2014 – 11:11

Until the 4th of January, you can enjoy the historical costumes made by the talented students of the 2nd year of the Antwerp Fashion Department in our MoMu Gallery (free entrance). These costumes were also part of SHOW14. From the rich history of fashion and dress, each 2BA student has to choose a historical figure […]

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New home for part of the MoMu Collection

February 26, 2013 – 13:52

The MoMu Collection − both historic costumes and contemporary fashion − has grown considerably in recent years, to a total of 22,142 pieces in 2012. This remarkable increase illustrates the expanding reputation of our museum and the high regard for the work of the museum in the fashion field. The collection has to date been […]

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