The second gallery in my exhibition at the V&A "Uncle and the Splendour of Homeward" is entitled " Haute couture & Objets d'Art" and will include some of my my favorite clothes and works of art.
Foremost amongst these, of course, is one of my most treasured possessions - my throne. Made of solid gold and decorated with the most exquisite jewels it is truly a sight to behold.
It has been said that I have been the greatest fashion trend setter of our age.
I always aim for comfort. My 'look' is based around the Gentleman's Dressing Gown - in my favourite colour, purple. A mysterious colour, purple is associated with both nobility and spirituality.
On display will be my day gown, a detail of which can be seen below.
Also on display will be this Japanese silk dressing gown - used for formal occasions:
and my 'club' gown for evenings beside the fireplace with a bucket of cocoa:
One of the most splendid items on display will be this gift from the successful scrap-iron and general merchant T. Benefit Barworthy.
A magnificent elephant’s robe of white silk with gold facings and a jewelled collar and cuffs. I wear the splendid gold chain with ruby insets, for more ceremonial events.
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