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V&A trail: Collection highlights

From 'Tippoo's Tiger' to the Ardabil Carpet, this trail showcases a selection of must-see museum objects – your perfect introduction to the V&A.

'Shocking Life' by Elsa Schiaparelli

In this extract from her autobiography, fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli (1890 – 1973) recalls the making of her very first design: a simple knitted sweater with a surreal twist.