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The Anderson family archive includes material of 5 of its members, namely the sisters Violet Meikle (1873-?), Daisy Agnes McGlashan (1879-1968), Daisy's husband William Smith Anderson (1877-1929) and their two daughters Daisy M Anderson (1910-1996) and Agnes Violet Neish (nee Anderson) (c1912-2005).

The Anderson Family archive contains family papers, sketchbooks, photographs and letters from 1860 to 1969.

The archive contains a number of sketchbooks kept by family members. Those belonging to the women contain flower drawings and schemes for ornamentation whilst William Anderson's books reflect his life as a commercial traveller for an ironfounder's firm and contain scenes from London and elsewhere, as well as technical drawings and plans. As many of the members of Daisy Anderson's family attended the Glasgow School of Art, the collection throws light on the work of the School from the 1880s-1950s.

Additionally the collection includes correspondence, newscuttings and photographs. Please note that this material is not yet fully catalogued and therefore some items may not be accessible to researchers.

Some of this material was damaged in the fire in GSA's Mackintosh Building on 23rd May 2014, and has since undergone conservation.

A collection of Kath Whyte's personal papers which comprises:

• Family papers, press cuttings and photographs, c1909-1981
• School certificates, c1922
• Correspondence, 1927-1996
• Early sketches and drawings, 1920s
• ketchbooks, notebooks, photographs and correspondence from Gray's School of Art, c1922-1947
• Personal correspondence, 1922-1996
• National Identification Card, 1943
• Travel diary, c1940s
• Lecture notes, sketchbooks and notebooks, 1948-1974
• Assorted textile samples, sketch books and notebooks, 1950s-1970s
• Examples of weaving by Kath Whyte and her pupils, c1950s-1970s
• Diaries 1974-1988 and miscellaneous books owned by Kath Whyte
• Photographs (professional and personal), 1909-1996
• MBE medal and associated correspondence and photograph
• Extensive collection of undated slides
• Exhibition catalogues
• Textile and design pieces, c1930s-1970s

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.

Includes:

• Newsletters and circulars, 1959-1978
• Membership records, 1960-1974
• Exhibition records including catalogues, invites, visitors' books, price lists and related correspondence, 1959-1979
• Press cuttings and notes, 1959-1976.

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.

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.

This collection comprises predominantly student work undertaken by Dugald Cameron whilst studying at The Glasgow School of Art between 1957-1963.

In addition it contains the following publications:

• Dugald Cameron Industrial Designer
• No. 602 (City of Glasgow) Squadron Royal Auxiliary Air Force
• From the Karoo to the Kelvin
• Personal Passions (exhibition catalogue)

Please note that this material is not yet fully catalogued and therefore some items may not be accessible to researchers.

This collections in includes material relating to The Glasgow School of Art's undergraduate fashion show.

Variety of designs created by Dorothy Doddrell.

A variety of photographs featuring loose photographs of artworks and GSA students and staff.

A variety of photographs showing students and staff of The Glasgow School of Art, many of which feature Archibald Haswell Miller during his time as a student and staff at the institution.

The photograph features eleven female students wearing a variety of outfits. The photograph shows five female names on the reverse.

The photograph features a man wearing a religious outfit. The reverse of the photograph shows the following text:

"Arch. H Miller Esq.
Mansfield Lodge
Partickhill
Glasgow

Dear old Miller I hope you are enjoying yourself & not working too hard. Convey my respects to Miss Cathcart when
you see her.
A.L. Jackson"

The photograph features fourteen women representing a scene. One of the women is on her knees, head bowed. There is a sign with the words 'A daft lot'.

The reverse of the photograph shows a text addressed to Archibald Haswell Miller.

The collection includes:

• Textiles by Veronica Matthew;
• Artworks on paper by Veronica Matthew;
• Material relating to Art Therapy;
• Newspaper cuttings;
• Photographs;
• Personal papers.

Collection includes a number of photographs featuring Sheena Reid and other GSA students plus five textiles designed and made by Sheena Reid as a student at GSA.

Collection includes artworks and sketchbooks made by Jimmy Cosgrove as a student at the Glasgow School of Art; while working as a Tutor and the Director of the Glasgow School of Art; and afterwards, including work relating to the House for an Art Lover, and documenting travels across Europe, North America, and Mexico.

Variety of materials relating to the design work of former GSA student C A Wallace Shaw, including student work; Pringle of Scotland LTD; Donna Karan International; Braemar International; and Fornton Knitting Company LTD. The collection also includes a number of personal and professional photographs; designs and textiles; and personal papers.

Please note that some of this material is not yet fully catalogued and therefore may not be accessible.

Materials relating to C A Wallace Shaw's design work for Pringle of Scotland, including photographs, printed ephemera, and papers.

Printed ephemera relating to the design work of C A Wallace Shaw for Pringle of Scotland.

Cover page from Pringle Annual 65. Reverse of page shows an image of a model wearing a Pringle cardigan, with a caption describing the piece.

Programme for the Gala Fashion Show by Pringle of Scotland on the 22nd October 1968 at the Savoy Hotel, London. Includes information on the history of Pringle of Scotland, and details information of the designs shown during the fashion show.

Photocopied newspaper extract from Southern Reporter from 14th April 2011. The article advertises a Pringle of Scotland exhibition in Hawick, and discusses the influence on the young female models in shaping the brand. Images of these models alongside Graham Garvie and Wallace Shaw are included.

Photocopied newspaper extract showing a picture of a young female model in Pringle of Scotland knitwear. The annotation names the model as Maureen Black.

Programme for 'A Fashion Spectacular', hosted by Pringle of Scotland in the Church Hill Theatre, Edinburgh on the 18th June 1969. Interior pages include advertisements from local businesses, letters from the Presidents of charities Cottage Homes and Purely Children's Trust, and the programme for the evening.

Poster for the Pringle Bulletin, dated from July 1978. The articles include a piece on Wallace Shaw, entitled 'Wallace goes Stateside.' It also includes a picture of him in his role as design manager.

Pringle of Scotland Pamphlet advertising their specialised tailoring service. Includes instructions for measurement and a tear-out page for placing an order.

Programme for an Instructional Course for Sales Staff of Pringle of Scotland. Includes a timetable for the course, a letter from the managing director W. G. MacTaggart, and information on the creation process. Annotation on the front cover attributes the copy to John Mendez.

Pringle of Scotland Newsletter Issue No. 471, dated 25th April 1969. Information includes notes about staff promotion, information on Chairman W. A. MacTaggart's health, and a trip to the USA taken by the design director R. S. Beaty.

Pringle of Scotland Newsletter Issue No. 452, dated 20th September 1968. Information includes notices of staff changes, the Pringle of Scotland Show Business Golf Trophy, information on 'The World of Cashmere' Film, and a notice of petition to save the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Regiment.

4-page extract with annotation in upper right corner attributing the pages as being from the Pringle of Scotland Annual, December 1965. Pages include information of Pringle designs, as well as information on achievements of members of staff. Wallace Shaw is noted to have visited the USA and Italy in his first trip abroad for the company.

Papers relating to the design work of C A Wallace Shaw for Pringle of Scotland.

8-page newsletter from the 8th of September 2011 from Wallace's Arthouse Scotland, discussing Pringle of Scotland designs from 1903-1978. Includes professional photographs, and personal images of items from Shaw's private collection.

2-page press release detailing the upcoming Royal Gala Fashion Show. Information included dates the press release to the 22nd October, from the Savoy Hotel, London.

Materials relating to C A Wallace Shaw's design work for Donna Karan, including photographs, printed ephemera, and papers.

Printed ephemera relating to the design work of C A Wallace Shaw for Donna Karan.

12-page extract from Daily News Record - Furnishings and Accessories on Donna Karan's first menswear collection. The article spans pages 1, 6, and 7, and includes an interview with the designer, and black and white photos of the new collection.

12-page extract from Daily News Record - Furnishings and Accessories on Donna Karan's Holiday '92 menswear collection. The article spans pages 1, 6, and 7, and includes black and white photos of the new collection.

Extract from Daily News Record - Furnishings and Accessories on Donna Karan's first menswear line. The article has been circled in red crayon.

Brochure of the Donna Karan New York Fall 1997 Menswear Collection. Includes images from the catwalk show of Fall 1997.

2-page extract from Departures magazine, advertising a Donna Karan 100% wool sweater. Annotation on the magazine cover says "Wallace, F.Y.I., Anthoni"

Page extract from an unknown magazine, discussing Donna Karan's new foray into menswear. Includes short interview with Donna Karan and various photographs of designs.

DNR Sportswear magazine from 18th May 1998, including an article on DKNY and Donna Karan Collection on page 9. The front cover also shows a menswear look from Donna Karan collection.

DNR Show Business magazine from 1998, with a front cover exhibiting a menswear look from Donna Karan collection.

Papers relating to the design work of C A Wallace Shaw for Donna Karan.

Extract of an article on Donna Karan menswear from the Daily News Record newspaper, dated April 12th 1991. Annotations on the designs are included next to the images of the article. Attached is a personal note addressed to Wallace Shaw, dated April 1991.

Printed ephemera related to designs created for Braemar International.

Pull-out stock service catalogue of designs for Braemar International Women's Collection 1978.

12-page catalogue of designs for Braemar International Women's Collection for Spring 1988. Annotation on front cover states 'Return to W. Shaw'.

14-page catalogue of designs for Braemar International Ladies and Men's Collection for Spring Fall 1988.