Capturing the Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection
Come behind the scenes to see how we captured the most important items in the collection through a variety of digital methods to protect them for future generations to see
Curator examines items from the Royal Ceremonial Dress CollectionHistoric Royal Palaces
Historic Royal Palaces is digitising the most important pieces in the Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection, a collection of outstanding importance, recognised by Arts Council England's Designation Scheme.
Conservators prepare a historic mantua dress for display.Historic Royal Palaces
Our curators and conservators carefully selected which garments to capture first, including many items that have never before been on public display. The delicate costume items were beautifully mounted for photography by our skilful textile conservators.
Photographer taking a picture of a historic garmentHistoric Royal Palaces
Working in partnership with Google Arts & Culture, nearly 200 outfits have been captured in gigapixel - ultra-high resolution photography - and published online. This showcase enhances every stitch and sequin, allowing you to look close up at the sartorial gems in our collection.
Heritage scientist uses a laser scanner to analyse a historic garment for researchHistoric Royal Palaces
Our team of heritage scientists used 3D laser scanning to capture 3D data and create digital 3D models of selected items in the collection. This data is an important part in our scientific research and will help us to better understand these historic garments.
Preparing for a filmed interviewHistoric Royal Palaces
Our curators researched each of the garments and their historical significance in order to share this knowledge and widen public access to the collections. Browse our collection on Google Arts & Culture, including filmed interviews, to learn more.
Photography shoot of a historic garmentHistoric Royal Palaces
The new photographs, films and digital 3D models will enable more people to see and learn about the garments and stories in this collection online. Our collaboration with Google Arts & Culture, and the generous gift of the late Michael Stennett have made this project possible.
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