V&A Brooches and Badges Indigenous Art and Martu people still frequent

and Martu people still frequent them to bathe cuts and sores

Brett Whiteley was one of the most dynamic and talented artists in the history of Australian art

curated by M-Woods Artistic and executive director Victor Wang

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V&A Brooches and Badges Indigenous Art and Martu people still frequentFrom medieval pilgrim badges and Renaissance hat decorations to jewelled brooches and twentieth century political pins, brooches and badges are often more than practical or decorative dress fasteners; they are expressions of identity. Focusing on the V&As world famous collection, Brooches & Badges explores the evolution of these intricate and versatile works of art, and the way in which changes in dress have dictated their use.