V&A Conservation in Action - Gaekwad of Baroda Uniform

This uniform, (comprising a jacket, trousers and a helmet) with its elaborate embroidery, was made for Maharaja Khanderao Gaekwad of Baroda. He would have worn it when inspecting his troops or on other such ceremonial occasions. Sarah Glenn, Textile Conservator, explains the work she has done in preparation for displaying the uniform for the V&A exhibition 'Maharaja - The Splendour of India's Royal Courts', 10 October 2009 - 17 January 2010.

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• conservation
• costume
• Maharajas
• textile
• exhibition