Art in Motion
LOQI and the V&A take striking designs from the museum's reknowned decorative and applied art collections and give them a new life beyond the gallery. Bold enough to make a statement. Practical enough to take everywhere.
Nigel Quiney (1853–1890)
In 1960s and 70s London, Nigel Quiney turned everyday wrapping paper into a fashion statement. Inspired by psychedelia, Art Nouveau and Art Deco, his vibrant designs became an international sensation. From Mary Quant’s iconic Bazaar boutique on King’s Road to the homes of British royalty, Quiney’s patterns were everywhere. A pioneer of the paper tote bag, he proved that even the simplest everyday objects could become works of art.
About the V&A Museum
The V&A celebrates design and creativity in all its forms. Founded in London in 1852 to advance cultural knowledge, it inspires makers, creators and innovators everywhere through an extraordinary collection of objects from around the world.
Today, the V&A continues to tell a 5,000-year story of creativity, spanning art, design, fashion, photography, furniture, theatre, performance, architecture and ceramics. Its ever-evolving collections and archives spark curiosity and imagination across the globe.
And the story keeps growing. With V&A East Museum and V&A East Storehouse in London's Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, the V&A opens up new ways to discover art, design and contemporary culture. A new chapter in creativity, with fresh perspectives and unexpected discoveries around every corner.
