V&A to feature unseen Ann Ray photographs of Alexander McQueen

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The V&A has acquired 13 images taken of Alexander McQueen by celebrated photographer Ann Ray for its permanent collection.

The photographs, which span from 1998 to 2010, were taken behind-the-scenes at some of the late designer's most spectacular catwalk shows. Printed using Victorian techniques, the images have a silvery, shadowy quality. Ray gave nine of the images, while the museum purchased the other four, three of which have never been published.

"Being gifted with [McQueen's] trust, and being keen to do my duty and manage his 'life in pictures' I cherish the idea that these photographs made with a fierce passion and full dedication – art for art indeed – are now at a place that Lee would joyfully appreciate," explained Ray. "Lee is at home at the V&A. After five years when I missed him every day, I can smile."

Picture: Ann Ray

Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty opens on 14 March.

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