The Grace Melvin Textile Collection, Glasgow School of Art, Glasgow, Scotland
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- c1918
14 textile items, thought to have been designed as part of Grace Melvin's diploma show c1918.
Melvin, Grace
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The Grace Melvin Textile Collection, Glasgow School of Art, Glasgow, Scotland
14 textile items, thought to have been designed as part of Grace Melvin's diploma show c1918.
Melvin, Grace
Embroidered and Woven Textile Collection, Glasgow School of Art
44 textile items, chiefly lace work, created or acquired by staff and students of the School of Embroidered and Woven Textiles at the Glasgow School of Art.
*Not available / given
Papers of Jessie Keppie, artist and student of The Glasgow School of Art, Scotland
Collection includes:
The photograph album contains photographs of "The Immortals", including Jessie Keppie, Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Herbert MacNair, Frances Macdonald, Margaret Macdonald and others of their circle.
The Moyr Smith sketches are from Moyr Smith's first published book Studies in Pictures. Smith trained in Glasgow, becoming influenced by Alexander Thomson and Daniel Cottier, moving to London in 1864.
Of great importance in this collection is a sketchbook of drawings by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. The sketchbook, dating from the 1890s, consists of 19 drawings of flowers, furniture sketches, and interior sketches of Craigie Hall, Pollokshields, Glasgow.
Keppie, Jessie
Papers of John Hinshelwood, architect and student of The Glasgow School of Art, Scotland
This collection contains architectural sketches that formed part of John Hinshelwood's training as a student at The Glasgow School of Art.
These include:
Hinshelwood, John
Records and textiles of the Needlework Development Scheme
The collection consists of the surviving papers of the Needlework Development Scheme and over 100 examples of needlework. Of these examples, 28 are from Great Britain and 54 are examples of non-British work including examples from Greece, India, Norway, Sweden, Italy, Switzerland, Turkey and Bosnia. Items include ecclesiatical, domestic, costume, clothing and modern embroideries, tea cosies, funeral pall, clothing, lace work, wall hangings, samplers, linen work and cushion covers.
The surviving papers include a complete inventory of 1012 items that were part of the Needlework Development Scheme prior to its dispersal in 1961. This provides information on the original numbering scheme used for the needlework examples and also provides information on the provenance of each item, although this is not necessarily the creator of the item but the person from whom the item was received, as well as a description of the item itself. There is an inventory of the parts of the collection received by the Glasgow School of Art, insurance details concerning the collection and the correspondence of the Needlework Development Scheme, 1931-1941.
This material may contain sensitive information about individuals that is protected by the Data Protection Act. Until this material has been checked for sensitive information, it will not be available for researchers. Once this Data Protection work is complete the collection will be open for access, however any sensitive information will be closed and inaccessible for 75 years from the date of creation.
The Needlework Development Scheme
Textile work by GSA students and staff
Textile work by Glasgow School of Art students and staff, including examples of woven textiles, some of which are most likely to be submissions for degree shows, while others seem to be submissions for an RSA Bursary Competition. Some creators are known, others are yet to be identified.
Blackwood, Jilli
Collection of plaster casts comprising human figures, architectural fragments, plaster friezes, plaster reliefs, marble reliefs, tondos and busts.
Casts were used as an important teaching aid by the School, from the late 19th century onwards. The casts are generally based on classical statuary and were originally sourced from Greek, Roman and later Italian and medieval periods. Whilst not totally unique (most art schools in the UK and across Europe owned their own collections, purchased from established suppliers in London, Paris etc.), their continued existence within their original setting gives them an added significance. Importantly, the Glasgow School of Art's photographic archive contains many period images of how these casts have been used by staff and students since they were first introduced.
The majority of GSA's plaster cast collection was located in the School's Mackintosh Building at the time of a fire in the building on 23rd May 2014. As a result the majority of the collection suffered damage, of varying degrees, and all casts were subsequently surveyed by a conservator. Six casts were lost in the fire and eleven larger casts have undergone remedial conservation in 2016-17. The majority of the remaining casts have undergone cleaning before being repositioned around GSA's campus during 2019.
*Not available / given
The Giusti Plaster Cast Collection
Collection of items related to the Glasgow based firm J. Giusti & Co. which specialized in the production of plaster figures, mould making, statuary repair, and other plaster work. The collection is primarily composed of plaster busts and portraits, six moulds, and two medals. The casts and moulds are formed after a range of sculptural styles including ancient Greek and Roman, French Gothic, Italian Renaissance, and 19th century anatomical studies.
The Giusti Plaster Cast Collection highlights mould making and casting processes that were used to produce objects for retail and to repair existing plaster casts. Records from The Glasgow School of Art document purchases and repairs from J. Giusti & Co. from as early as 1890, and casts related to those in the collection were widely used as teaching and learning tools at the GSA through at least mid-20th century.
As most of the items in the collection were used in commercial casting processes, very few items have a plain white, white washed, or decoratively painted surface that are often observed in plaster cast collections. Many of the plaster casts and all of the plaster moulds are widely covered with uneven layers of shellac that appear yellow, red, or brown. Shellac was applied as a sealant and resist agent to prevent existing plaster elements from sticking to fresh plaster elements during the casting process.
In addition to the plaster casts and plaster moulds, several items provide further insights into the material processes employed by J. Giusti & Co. Two medals (likely bronze) showcase the company's involvement with mould making for metal casting, and a gelatine mould is a surviving example of a traditional process used to produce detailed casts in small quantities.
Proudfoot, Alexander
Material relating to former GSA student, Kenneth Murray Fraser
Collection of drawings relating to the student and commerical work of Kenneth Murray Fraser and his brother, fellow architect James Lovat Hosack Fraser.
Fraser, Kenneth Murray
Student material by Lindsay Winning, student at The Glasgow School of Art
A collection of graphic design work, product design prototypes, life drawings and graded coursework by Lindsay Wadey (née Winning), completed during her time as a student at The Glasgow School of Art from 1963 to 1967. Includes work carried out as part of courses in the Graphics department and on the Section 5 course under Ted Odling. Material spans the entirety of her student career, including final projects and degree show work.
Winning, Lindsay
Art, Design and Architecture collection
Artworks, design pieces and architectural designs related to Glasgow School of Art staff and students.
Items include
Almost all works are by former students and staff or figures related to the history of The Glasgow School of Art. The earliest pieces date from the 16th century and later examples have been purchased from recent Degree Shows. The work is in a variety of media and includes drawings, paintings, prints, sketchbooks, furniture and sculpture. Artists represented include many key figures and the most influential and successful students.
There are also several works from former tutors including Neil Dallas Brown, David Donaldson and Fred Selby, alongside contemporary works by students, donated or purchased at degree show. Key works include those by: Maurice Greiffenhagen, Francis Newbery, John Quinton Pringle, Benno Schotz, Ian Fleming and James D Robertson. Suites of note include large collections of Joan Eardley sketches and paintings, Joan Palmer prints, and architectural drawings by Eugene Bourdon.
*Not available / given
Artwork by Andrew Allan, lithographic artist and student at The Glasgow School of Art, Scotland
7 works of art, undated.
Allan, Andrew
Papers of Christine Shaw, student at The Glasgow School of Art, Scotland
This collection contains:
Shaw, Christine
Anonymous sketchbook, Glasgow School of Art, Scotland
An "Autographs" book containing pencil, ink and paint drawings and sketches accompanied by signatures. Signatures include: M. Kerr, Anette Jackson, Mary B. Forster, N. Hebblethwaite, M. Ridge, J Hyde, and B. Dixon. Also included is a page of signatures entitled "Form III Upper".
Please note that this material is not yet fully catalogued and therefore some items may not be accessible to researchers.
Sketchbooks belonging to Jean H Irwin, student at the Glasgow School of Art, Scotland
This collection contains:
Irwin, Jean H
Papers and photographs of Holmes Gray, student at the Glasgow School of Art, Scotland
The collection includes:
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Gray, Holmes
Letter of congratulations to The Glasgow School of Art from John Byrne, artist
An A4 size letter featuring watercolour paintings commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Glasgow School of Art , 6 January 1995.
Please note that this material is not yet fully catalogued and therefore some items may not be accessible to researchers.
Byrne, John
Pamphlet from the Glasgow Art Club Jubilee Dinner, Glasgow, Scotland
A Retrospective read at the Jubilee Dinner in the Club House, 151 Bath Street, 30 November 1917.
The Glasgow Art Club
The papers listed here are the records of three private commissions undertaken by James Fulton between 1909 and 1912, while he was resident in London. The papers include correspondence with the clients, builders and tradesmen. There are rough plans only for the house for F. Hall Gibson, who appears to have been a friend of Fulton's family.
Fulton, James Black
Papers of John Walter Lindsay, architect and student of the Glasgow School of Art
This collection contains:
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Lindsay, John Walter
Papers of Margaret Elizabeth Galt, student of Glasgow School of Art, Scotland
This collection contains works of art done by Margaret Elizabeth Galt while in secondary school; her Glasgow School of Art general course and diploma course notebooks, along with textile samples; and notebooks from after her time studying at GSA.
Galt, Margaret Elizabeth
Colin D A Porteous Collection - North Sun Conferences
The collection consists of job files and photographs for North Sun 1994 Conference, organised by Professor Colin Porteous.
Porteous, Professor Colin D A
Records of the Glasgow School of Art Modern Embroidery Group, alumni society, Glasgow, Scotland
Includes:
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Glasgow School of Art Modern Embroidery Group
Fashion Illustrations and associated Press Cuttings by Margaret Oliver Brown
Fashion illustrations and press cuttings of Glasgow-based artist Margaret Oliver Brown, c1951-1958.
Brown, Margaret Oliver
Hugh Ferguson graduated from Glasgow School of Art/Architecture in 1955. His collection of papers includes a notebook of 'Descriptive Geometry' from The Royal Technical College containing notes and detailed mathematical drawings.
Ferguson received the Alexander Thompson Travelling Scholarship in 1964 and another notebook/sketchbook documents his travels over one month in Greece - from 15th of August to 5th September 1964. Two weeks were spent resident in Athens and two weeks travelling; he visited many sites including Delphi, Eleusis, Daphni, Ossios Loukas, Brauron, Mycanae, Tiryns, Pylos, Epidauros, Olympia and Corinth. Detailed notes are given on the work going on at these sites, accompanied by around 33 photographs of ongoing architectural work.
Loose papers include information on the life and works of Alexander Thompson as well as a draft of the text for the final bound travel notebook.
Please note that this material is not yet fully catalogued and therefore some items may not be accessible to researchers.
Ferguson, Hugh C S
Papers of Liz Arthur relating to Robert Stewart, artist and designer
This collection contains the research materials of Liz Arthur used in writing 'Robert Stewart : Design 1946 - 95'.
It includes:
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Arthur, Liz
Alastair Shanks notes from The Art Course for Primary Teachers
Notes and folio referring to the Art Course for Primary Teachers at The Glasgow School of Art. Alastair Shanks attended two of these courses. The notes are intended for use with complete beginners and include lessons on shape, light and shade as well as colour. A two page desciption of the following notes has been provided by Alastair Shanks. The folio of drawings that follow are executed in a variety of materials from pencil to pastel and act as illustrations for various lessons that may be taught.
Please note that this material is not yet fully catalogued and therefore some items may not be accessible to researchers.
Shanks, Alastair
Meetings of the committee 'Glasgow School of Art Magazine Folio' at The Glasgow School of Art, 167 Renfrew Street. Members include James Meechan, Charles Crole, Barbara G. Coulter, James McHury and Avril Burgess. Documents the restart of the magazine in December 1949 with discussions about printing and accounts. Includes details of advertising space and 4 loose postal receipts.
Please note that this material is not yet fully catalogued and therefore some items may not be accessible to researchers.
Glasgow School of Art Magazine Folio
Notes of James McIntosh Patrick, artist and student at The Glasgow School of Art, Scotland
These notes are Patrick's own writings but have been copied out by his daughter due to the original notes being illegible. The notes describe his time at Glasgow School of Art and include descriptions on societies (i.e. The Dramatic Society) as well as the etching workshop and studio spaces.
Please note that this material is not yet fully catalogued and therefore some items may not be accessible to researchers.
Patrick, James McIntosh
Records of The Glasgow School of Art Staff Association
Cash and accounts book plus staff association magazines kept by the GSA Staff Association.
Includes:
The Glasgow School of Art Staff Association
Colin D A Porteous Collection - Easthall Solar Demonstration Project
The collection consists of job files, photographs, and architectural drawings and plans related to Easthall Solar Demonstration Project.
Porteous, Professor Colin D A
A collection of personal papers and documents belonging to William Drummond Bone, including exam papers, army correspondance, fashion designs, essays, teaching notes and exhibition catalogues.
Bone, William Drummond
Lecture Notes from Scottish Architect James Salmon
Notebook containing lecture notes and a letter to James Salmon from Frances Newbery. Also includes several sheets of notes on loose paper.
Please note that this material is not yet fully catalogued and therefore some items may not be accessible to researchers.
Salmon, James
Student Art History notebook, contains mainly writings on Egyptian Art and Architecture, Medieval Christian Art, Flemish Art, English Art. Notebook also contains some illustrations.
Please note that this material is not yet fully catalogued and therefore some items may not be accessible to researchers.
*Not available / given
Papers of Andrew Samuel, architect and student at The Glasgow School of Art, Scotland
This collection includes architectural drawings and related material from Andrew Samuel's time as a student at Glasgow School of Art and from his later career.
Samuel, Andrew
Records of the Glasgow School of Art Graduates Association, Glasgow, Scotland
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Glasgow School of Art Graduates Association
Presscuttings book belonging to Archibald McGlashan, student at The Glasgow School of Art, Scotland
Presscuttings book of reviews of exhibitions including those at the GSA Club, RSA and Glasgow Institute of Fine Art, 1913-1959.
McGlashan, Archibald A
Collection includes:
The collection also includes original illustrations drawn by A S Boyd (aka TWYM) and Stephen Reid, both noted Scottish illustrators.
Additional uncatalogued material includes
Please note that this material is not yet fully catalogued and therefore some items may not be accessible to researchers.
Hunter, William R
Photographs of George Paterson, student at the Glasgow School of Art, Scotland
Photographs of George Paterson and other students of the painting & decorating class.
Paterson, George
Records of the Glasgow School of Art Dramatic Club, Glasgow, Scotland
Contains 28 performance programmes, as well as one poster, drawings of the stage extensions and set designs for the March 1960 production of Hot Summer Night.
Glasgow School of Art Dramatic Club
Papers of Kath Whyte, Head of Embroidery at Glasgow School of Art, Scotland
A collection of Kath Whyte's personal papers which comprises:
This material may contain sensitive information about individuals that is protected by the Data Protection Act. Until this material has been checked for sensitive information, it will not be available for researchers. Once this Data Protection work is complete the collection will be open for access, however any sensitive information will be closed and inaccessible for 75 years from the date of creation.
Whyte, Helen Kathleen R
A collection of 6 mounted boards with hand-drawn, hand-painted designs for shawls, featuring the Kashmir cypress cone or 'Paisley' pattern.
A collection of 27 mounted boards with hand-drawn designs for shawls, featuring the Kashmir cypress cone or 'Paisley' pattern.
Mackie, Thomas Callendar Campbell
Papers of Conrad McKenna, student and staff member at The Glasgow School of Art, Scotland
Includes
The cards and ephemera have been created by former Glasgow School of Art staff and students and friends of Conrad McKenna, including Gordon Huntly, Rosalind Bliss, Michael Moulder, Peter Sumsion, Michael Healey, Mark Severin and James Cosgrove.
This material may contain sensitive information about individuals that is protected by the Data Protection Act. Until this material has been checked for sensitive information, it will not be available for researchers. Once this Data Protection work is complete the collection will be open for access, however any sensitive information will be closed and inaccessible for 75 years from the date of creation.
McKenna, Conrad
Papers of Dorothy Campbell Smith, student at The Glasgow School of Art, Scotland
A collection of work by Dorothy C Smith including Glasgow School of Art student material and teacher training college material.
Includes:
GSA student notebooks
Smith, Dorothy Campbell
Papers of Garcia Hunter, student at The Glasgow School of Art, Scotland
Includes:
This material may contain sensitive information about individuals that is protected by the Data Protection Act. Until this material has been checked for sensitive information, it will not be available for researchers. Once this Data Protection work is complete the collection will be open for access, however any sensitive information will be closed and inaccessible for 75 years from the date of creation.
Hunter, Garcia
Collection of typewritten notes for lectures on architecture by Francis Lorne of Burnet, Tait & Lorne.
Lorne, Francis
Testimonials written in support of James A Dron
Collection of testimonials written in support of James A Dron, a former student of Glasgow School of Art.
Includes:
The collection also includes a letter of application written by Dron for the post of Painting and Still-Life Master at Belfast School of Art in 1901 plus accompanying correspondence.
Please note that this material is not yet fully catalogued and therefore some items may not be accessible to researchers.
Newbery, Francis Henry
Two interior design notebooks from c1990-1994.
This material was damaged in the fire in GSA's Mackintosh Building on 23rd May 2014. It was assessed by a paper conservator but no conservation work was deemed possible.
Paula Murray
Records relating to Ted Odling
This material mainly relates to Ted Odling's time teaching at The Glasgow School of Art from the 1950s to the early 1980s. It contains the following items:
Please note that this material is not yet fully catalogued and therefore some items may not be accessible to researchers.
Odling, Ted