In 1984 (when the School was completely rewired), the original lamps were cleaned and six replicas made (by Will Martin of Linlithgow) for the entrance hall.
In 1984 (when the School was completely rewired), the original lamps were cleaned and six replicas made (by Will Martin of Linlithgow) for the entrance hall.
Large version of a Newbery Medal cast in metal. Portrait of Newbery (obverse); Mackintosh building (reverse). Incribed obverse: "To Commemorate the services of Fra H Newbery as director of the Glasgow School of Art 1885-1918". Design includes portrait of Newbery and Glasgow coat of arms. Reverse: "Awarded for distinction in diploma work".
One of three ceiling light clusters designed for the new Board Room at Glasgow School of Art. Each fitting consists of nine lampshades suspended from a decorative iron frame.
One of three ceiling light clusters designed for the new Board Room at Glasgow School of Art. Each fitting consists of nine lampshades suspended from a decorative iron frame.
One of three ceiling light clusters designed for the new Board Room at Glasgow School of Art. Each fitting consists of nine lampshades suspended from a decorative iron frame.
Designed for the drawing room at Windyhill, Kilmacolm. The lights were originally desgined for gas fittings. Early photos show additional decorative glass pendants, now missing.
Designed for the drawing room at Windyhill, Kilmacolm. The lights were originally designed for gas fittings. Early photos show additional decorative glass pendants, now missing.
Designed for the drawing room at Windyhill, Kilmacolm. The lights were originally designed for gas fittings. Early photos show additional decorative glass pendants, now missing.
Designed to hang on the staircase at Windyhill Kilmacolm. A similar light fitting was designed for the hall at 14 Kingsborough Gardens. The light was originally designed for a gas fitting.
Designed for the drawing room at Windyhill, Kilmacolm. The lights were originally designed for gas fittings. Early photos show additional decorative glass pendants, now missing.
This stamp was commissioned and paid for by GSA so that any of the Mackintosh Library Lights made post 2014 that contained one or more newly crafted piece would be stamped with the L&D stamp, to indicate its whole or partial newness.
In the event: • 27 Library lights are made wholly from original parts (and not therefore stamped) • 11 are made from some original and some new parts (therefore stamped) • 15 are made entirely from new parts (therefore stamped)
The section title '4 Material' appears in white on black mountboard. The second piece of mountboard is cream with three windows cut into it. Within one window is handwritten text relating to chitin and the exocuticle of insects. The second window shows sketches/paintings of a hoverfly or wasp from multiple angles, and the third shows multiple butterfly wings.
Large silver table lamp in three parts. Torch style lamp base with slatted column design and decorative studding around base housing a fluorescent bulb. Circular link piece to attach the shade to the base and elaborate 'jelly fish' design shade with hammer work markings on the tentacles. Flex and plug attached. In working order. Carries GSA stamp and Edinburgh assay stamp for 1983.
The section title '5 Movement' appears in white on black mountboard. The second sheet of mountboard is cream with three windows cut into it. Within one is handwritten relating to movement, especially in relation to flight. The second window shows pencil drawings of a beetle from below, and the third, a winged insect (possibly a grasshopper).
Lidded mustard pot with spoon. Pot has cylindrical design with raised mealy bug pattern band on the upper section, and brown acrylic inner lining. Spoon has similar design engraved on handle.
Makers mark HFC, Edinburgh assay stamp, date stamp 1978.
South Kensington Medal. Awarded to GSA student Albert H Hodge, subject 23A. Inscribed: 'Victoria by the grace of God Queen MDCCCLVI' 'National medal for sucess in art awarded by the science and art department'.
Octagonal shaped medal. Draped, nude female. Inscribed obverse: "Exposition Internationale des Arts Decoratifs et Industriels Modernes. Paris 1925". The GSA won medals for metalwork and needlework in this exhibition.
Art nouveau design. Female portrait (reverse). Inscribed Obverse: "Exposition Universelle Internationale 1900 Glasgow School of Art" Reverse: "Republique Francaise". In class four of this section the GSA was awarded a gold medal for special teaching of Fine Art.
Pepper shaker in hallmarked silver. Cylindrical design with raised mealy bug pattern band on the upper section. Makers mark HFC, Edinburgh assay stamp, date stamp 1978.
Engraved pewter goblet (one of a set of two) made by Crown and Rose of London, cast pewter by Royal Selangor. Inscription reads: Presented by Sir Robert McAlpine Ltd to Prof Seona Reid CBE, Director of GSoA on the occasion of the 'topping out.' GSoA phase 1, 7 May, 2013. In wooden presentation box (hinge broken).