ASMR at the museum | Conserving Vivien Leigh's Cleopatra Cloak

ASMR at the museum | Conserving Vivien Leigh's Cleopatra Cloak | V&A

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// Listen with headphones for best experience //
Follow Senior Textile Conservator Susana Fajardo as she works on a cloak worn by Vivien Leigh for her performance as Cleopatra in Shakespeare's play 'Antony and Cleopatra', at the St. James's Theatre in 1951.
Sound designer and performance-maker Julie Rose Bower has documented Susana’s meticulous steps using ambisonic sound, letting us get closer to the object than ever before.
Watch as Susana uses the cold poultice technique to remove folds and creases in the cloth 'feathers' of the cloak, carefully utilising moisture and glass weights to relax the fibres.
Conservation process:
Examining the costume: 00:11
Explaining the cold poultice technique: 01:08
Preparing layers: 01:33
Cutting and spraying blotting paper: 2:00
Placing 'sandwiches' between the 'feathers' and adding the glass weights: 02:39
Creating a chamber to trap moisture: 04:12
Vivien Leigh wearing the cloak: 05:54
See the cloak in more detail: www.vam.ac.uk/articles/conser...
Find out more in our Theatre and Performance Collection: www.vam.ac.uk/collections/the...

Пікірлер: 124

@VagrantASMR 2 жыл бұрын

I love this series. It's both fascinating and incredibly relaxing.

@mantronixtube 2 жыл бұрын

same

@josephhatsumomo5054 2 жыл бұрын

I hope this woman knows how much peace she’s brought people lol she has one of the best voices ever also watching her care for these pieces is one of the most interesting things you can find on KZfaq lol 💝 she needs to do more lol this museum needs more inventory for her to care for lol

@jeanhawken4482 8 ай бұрын

Fascinating work

@TheASMRAngel 2 жыл бұрын

I love the spray used for relaxing the leather feathers

@2eleven48 2 жыл бұрын

Exquisite, isn't it?

@ashsara9233 2 жыл бұрын

Guys this is pure ASMR gold…. Please make them at least ten mins long. They are superb and really fascinating. 🙏🏼

@juliettej293 Жыл бұрын

Please make these videos even longer if possible! They're so fascinating and so relaxing!

@josephstoll8685 2 жыл бұрын

Vivien Leigh is an icon, and seeing her former costume restored is so satisfying. More Vivien Leigh archive content please!

@vamuseum 2 жыл бұрын

Take a look at this film? kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mdGaZ7eUx5e5eHk.html Or have a browse in Explore the Collections: collections.vam.ac.uk/search/?q=Vivien+Leigh&year_made_from=&year_made_to= ✨

@josephstoll8685 2 жыл бұрын

@@vamuseum I’ve watched that repeatedly and browsed the online archive many times. I’d love to see a focus on her Haute Couture archive from the houses of Pierre Balmain and Christian Dior. 💞

@santamonicadave223 2 жыл бұрын

I can't believe I'm correcting a V&A video, but the photograph at the end is from Shaw's "Caesar and Cleopatra" not Shakespeare's "Antony and Cleopatra". Olivier and Leigh performed both plays alternately in 1951. You can tell which play it is by the makeup: Olivier is aged to play Caesar and Leigh's lips are pouty, for a more youthful, naive appearance. (In the play, the aging Caesar teaches the teenage Cleopatra how to be Queen.) For "Antony and Cleopatra" Olivier was young and virile and Leigh's Cleopatra was slightly older and wiser. As she got older, Leigh used the artificially plumped lower lip trick to excess. (And needlessly, I might add, as she was never less than stunning.) I can't enjoy some of her later films because all I want to do is reach up onto the screen and wipe off half her lipstick!

@londonhodnet4079 2 жыл бұрын

Love the conserving of clothes, textiles videos. This Lady is amazingly fabulous

@samanthacomer1172 2 жыл бұрын

Susana Fajardo is so amazing at her work, and so relaxing to listen to and watch ❤💕😊

@danwhxte 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly I’m all here for the V&A ASMR I love this series

@vamuseum 2 жыл бұрын

Keep your eyes peeled for our new series coming soon...

@mixedmedialife7916 2 жыл бұрын

I suddenly need that fancy water sprayer.

@ctaylorluce 2 жыл бұрын

I know! It's beautiful!

@plantzommy 2 жыл бұрын

I own one, I bought it on Amazon roughly 6 years ago! It’s amazing and I spray my plants with it. Please enjoy it!

@stephenp1461 2 жыл бұрын

@@plantzommy link pls

@shayekisitu 2 жыл бұрын

This is so wonderful seeing her preserve this costume from history. Her voice is very soothing and so are her hand movements and accent. I wish this was looped. ❤️👌🏻

@emgreen8549 2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love this series!

@shawnatucker9895 2 жыл бұрын

The picture of Leigh is from Shaw's Caesar and Cleopatra with Olivier as Julius Caesar. Not Shakespeare's Antony and Cleopatra. Lovely restoration, though.

@debbiefox6846 2 жыл бұрын

It's wonderful to see how much love and attention this fine woman puts into the care & restoration of these art/costume pieces. My grandpa was an actor in Hollywood from 1918-1930's. So these old pieces being restored and given respect with all the hard work put into them makes me so happy. I worked with textiles & make art at home. I know how much work goes into these pieces and it is a heck of a lot of work. Much more than this short description. Great video and she has such a gentle kind voice. Hope they continue to make more videos.

@newchapterasmr Жыл бұрын

The way she cares for this piece of clothing is fascinating, so meticulous and so much love in the work

@SLOmygosh 2 жыл бұрын

This is my favorite series on KZfaq. The videos are as beautifully produced, as they are fascinating. Please don’t ever stop making them.

@peepindis 2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous ASMR content. Thank you all at V&A who ran with this idea and made it available to everybody.

@emmelulukn 2 жыл бұрын

Sombody give these amazing people raises! I absolutely love this series. Thank you for sharing such stunning pieces and the process of conservation with stories. ❤

@MicaFarrierRheayan 6 ай бұрын

Oh my....🎉 I've could never imagine would ever see her other wardrobes, from her appearances at all! She gets the best wardrobes. Rare talent .... she live rent free in our minds

@calvinaustin458 2 жыл бұрын

These are honestly some of my favorite videos on KZfaq

@daniellewinterholler3058 2 жыл бұрын

i love this series. I wish they were a little bit longer and we were able to watch all of the conserving methods. I look forward to every video!

@samford1941 2 жыл бұрын

yess!! I was hoping you guys might make more of these :)))

@Sarahswims82 Жыл бұрын

Whoever‘s idea it was to put this lady on ASMR conserving artefacts was an absolute genius. This is the best ASMR I have ever heard in my entire life and I hope they keep going with every artefact they have !! Think of the revenue they could make from KZfaq!!

@christophebonhoefferofbelg9846 2 жыл бұрын

It’s wonderful that we have people in this world who actually care about preserving these artefacts. The V&A is a treasure trove full of history. The ASMR is an added bonus..💚

@RevoltOfAges 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this series, it's absolutely wonderful! I love videos that are both relaxing AND informative/interesting, and the conservation work itself is incredible.

@flamenca99 Жыл бұрын

I could watch this all day, much respect for the maker(s) of the video and the costume expert!

@katalina8120 2 жыл бұрын

LETS GO V&A

@annikanilsson6152 2 жыл бұрын

Warmest thanks for posting these videos - educational and relaxing at the same time :-)

@vanessarayfox Жыл бұрын

The V&A museum employees are incredibly good at ASMR!

@aalisonprada 2 жыл бұрын

canu please make these videos longer?!!! They are so brilliant!!!!!!!

@marge117 2 жыл бұрын

Yesssss love this series. And having lots of explanations on this one

@laurenwatson9528 2 жыл бұрын

Stunning work x

@Kayypossible Жыл бұрын

I looooove this series, thanks for continuing it!!!

@princesslisamarie7860 2 жыл бұрын

I love love love this series! Please make the videos longer!

@Rood0808 2 жыл бұрын

such meticulous work. i love it

@lovedaybebe5881 2 жыл бұрын

So wonderful to see this in colour 🙏

@missannetteslittlefarminth9069 2 жыл бұрын

I love these videos, educational and soothing.

@thanksroro7043 2 жыл бұрын

These costumes are gorgeous!!!!!!

@marsbeads 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

@StLProgressive 2 жыл бұрын

Fascinating!

@alltheorynopractice5467 2 жыл бұрын

Been waiting for this ever since the preview a few months ago

@guilhermedeb.1347 2 жыл бұрын

Loved It!!

@elproyectodejonas 2 жыл бұрын

I love this videos!! 💜

@Alfakkin Жыл бұрын

Beautiful video 💙

@maryh4650 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. .

@redeye007 8 ай бұрын

For anyone interested criterion has a box set of 3 movies on dvd for $35 and this is one of the movies in the box set. Cesar and Cleopatra.

@ChillerCabra 2 жыл бұрын

In a world full of blown-out asmrtists this is some of the most amazing and natural feeling ASMR I've seen in a long time! Wow!!

@coachpoppiegal17 2 жыл бұрын

Love this

@franciscagomesdasilva5538 11 ай бұрын

Amei esse trabalho

@TheHiddenVoiceASMR 2 жыл бұрын

That museum is great

@lindapindabelinda3570 2 жыл бұрын

Totally enjoying the non-destructive method of removing wrinkles. Is there anyway to get details on the sprayer? I live in the desert and frequently use a sprayer, but everything I found has broken very quickly. That sprayer looks industrial.

@vamuseum 2 жыл бұрын

It's this one: www.preservationequipment.com/Catalogue/Equipment-Tools/Sprayers/Dahlia-Sprayer-Compact although you can still achieve a fine mist from a less expensive one made of plastic 💧

@sanu__tries 2 жыл бұрын

YAAASSSS

@Antheywereded Жыл бұрын

WE NEED MORE V&A FEED US

@hernandez15man 2 жыл бұрын

I love that they are honoring the actress who wore the costume. But I want to know who made it. Who was the artist behind making the costume. They should recieve just as much attention as the actress, if not more.

@matthias8122 2 жыл бұрын

How does the moisture from the paper actually come in contact with the fabric if there is a layer between it?

@alexismontez4230 2 жыл бұрын

The membrane is not waterproof

@onecuet 2 жыл бұрын

Anyone know the name of the membrane utilized?

@garyandmichael 2 жыл бұрын

What are the blue stones?

@vamuseum 2 жыл бұрын

They are plastic turquoise jewels. You can find out more in our object record here: collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O98204/theatre-costume-cruddas-audrey-miss/

@EagleRue 2 жыл бұрын

Is there a way to see inside images and close-ups of this garment. I am interested in creating my own...I am inspired.

@user-fc5mi9px3l 2 жыл бұрын

Wow.....😎

@clodaghread5655 2 жыл бұрын

Love these, I'm wondering why they don't wear gloves?

@jeniallenby8389 2 жыл бұрын

to stop the possibility of damage if the textile decorations (tinsel, plastic jewels etc) catch on your gloves :)

@vamuseum 2 жыл бұрын

This video should tell you a bit more about how conservators approach object handling 🖐️: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jad3ibR-2Zmak40.html

@corasixtyplusvegan7570 2 жыл бұрын

I suppose the water is distilled?

@briannaleahy8389 2 жыл бұрын

I usually love these videos but I can’t focus over the loud conversations in the back. I feel like it’s common courtesy if you see the museum is making a video with multiple microphones you should be a little quieter

@yupper4030 Жыл бұрын

I believe it's common courtesy to allow people to enjoy there day at the museum

@aeward1982 Жыл бұрын

@@yupper4030 clearly not in a public part of the museum. I'm surprised they didn't tell them to shut up!

@katekrissana 2 жыл бұрын

Brava,

@kirstiepilgrim1829 2 жыл бұрын

I love these but they're just not long enough

@lollyluvsall 2 жыл бұрын

Just clicked on this so fast…so fast

@sybille2998 2 жыл бұрын

I love this series as well BUT in this video the opportunity was missed to talk a little about the materials- silk, wool, cotton, what stones were used etcetera. I have more questions now than before 😳

@vamuseum 2 жыл бұрын

You can find out more about the materials in the cloak's object record on Explore the Collections here: collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O98204/theatre-costume-cruddas-audrey-miss/

@sybille2998 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, V&A- thanks for the link- that is amazing that someone from the museum responds to the comments. Now I know everything I wanted to know- never in a million years would I have thought the stones were plastic- I thought they were Larimar! Thank you again!

@starcrib 2 жыл бұрын

A skill -as to NOT rush. A lesson in not ruining a museum piece. 🌐

@catman351 2 жыл бұрын

This is nice, watching her dooo…zzzzzzzz

@nenee009 2 жыл бұрын

Is there a reason why she's not wearing gloves?

@quietquitter6103 Жыл бұрын

Yes, the gloves can damage the fabric by leaving debris and also because lived items must be touched to be understood. Without touch, these items are void of life and you can tell.

@trabadass 2 жыл бұрын

She has a Spanish British accent and it is so soothing

@xylothemagnificent420 2 жыл бұрын

WHY DID I THINK IT WAS SLAVIC 😫

@Lizzie-ve7kt 2 жыл бұрын

If only the background noises and people’s voices talking nonstop would’ve been cut out then the video would be perfect. I wish they would’ve had mandatory quiet time while filming this because it’s so distracting and detracts from the relaxation of the video.

@mawmawd627 2 жыл бұрын

Love this! Perhaps not have people in the background talking during filming? Defeats the purpose.

@ShanghaiTex 2 жыл бұрын

Seems like there could be two versions of this, one with talking and one without. While I enjoyed learning about what she was doing, it wasn’t really ASMR. Keep them coming though! Very enjoyable.

@ypcomchic 2 жыл бұрын

That looks more like a Native American cape.

@xylothemagnificent420 2 жыл бұрын

What are you expecting from the 50's 😀

@Gretchen-vh9xt Ай бұрын

The background noise is very distracting.

@sorenai 2 жыл бұрын

cold poultice

@scallopohare9431 2 жыл бұрын

Do we no longer bother to wear gloves when handling antique fabrics?

@e_viola 2 жыл бұрын

Gloves are actually bad because the cotton snags delicate fabrics and prevents you from feeling how roughly you are touching it

@muthsera1152 2 жыл бұрын

she's literally a professional, I'm sure she knows what she's doing

@quietquitter6103 Жыл бұрын

Because lived items must be touched to be understood. It must be a shitty life being as sanitised and pedantic as you are.

@scallopohare9431 Жыл бұрын

@@quietquitter6103 Your crystal ball needs a tune-up. I am neither pedantic nor preoccupied with hygiene. It was a question, and it was posed a freaking year ago. "...lived items?" Worn garments and accessories? I'm being pedantic? Me? And are you claiming some sort of psychic experience in handling used goods?

@quietquitter6103 Жыл бұрын

@@scallopohare9431 I guess we can both agree yours was a stupid question, then. Be blessed xx

@Thundergirl84 Жыл бұрын

I hope that Kim Kardashian won’t ruin that one, too 😮😢 (Don’t give her ideas!)

@kargram7191 2 жыл бұрын

Membranes

@sweetgolden2010 Жыл бұрын

My only thing is with this lady is the smacking noise she makes while talking

@Scarey1933 2 жыл бұрын

Very disappointing no CC.

@ah.3773 2 жыл бұрын

This is too loud to be called ASMR

@hbhela5226 2 жыл бұрын

Wisper next time.

@navajoauckland6003 2 жыл бұрын

Why wouldn't you wear gloves ... It's leather, sweat and body juices can stain ....

@quietquitter6103 Жыл бұрын

Gloves do more damage and these items should be touched. Good grief, imagine being in your sanitised little life. I'd kill myself.

@navajoauckland6003 Жыл бұрын

@@quietquitter6103 you probably touch train and bus, shopping trolley railings . 99% have traces of faeces

@quietquitter6103 Жыл бұрын

@@navajoauckland6003 It's almost as though you think the professional conservationist didn't properly wash their hands.

@ticketyboo2456 2 жыл бұрын

Don't like her thick accent.

@perikoala86 2 жыл бұрын

I wonder how many languages you can speak.

@marsbeads 9 ай бұрын

I love it!

@danielperez5388 2 жыл бұрын

Is this a reupload? I swear I’ve seen this one before