- DC 038/16
- Item
- c1956
Part of Anne Scott Doll Collection
Costume doll: 18th Century Woman & Child (or Covenanters Group).
Not available / given
Since its opening in 1845, The Glasgow School of Art has been connected to textile design and production.
During the 19th and early 20th centuries the School aimed to train local designers to produce patterns for the textile industry in Glasgow and the West of Scotland. In the 1890s, the School's embroidery department was established and soon became famous for the Glasgow Style pieces its staff and students produced (examples of such work are housed in the School's collections).
Jessie Newberry (1864-1948), the first head of this department, encouraged her students to study historical designs and textiles in order to understand different embroidery techniques and to use these items as a source of inspiration for the development of new original work. This teaching ethos continued to be used in the 20th century during which time the School also developed courses in textile printing, weave and knit.
A large number of the items in the School's collection are related to The Needlework Development Scheme (1934-1962). This scheme, sponsored by J & P Coats of Paisley, collected examples of embroidery from a variety of geographical and historical areas and made them available for use by educational institutions and embroidery groups. The scheme aimed to encouraging greater interest in needlework, and to improve the standard of embroidery techniques and designs. When the scheme ended, its collections were disseminated to a variety of organisations. The Glasgow School of Art received 125 items dating from 1652-1961 and originating from Britain, Europe and Asia.
Amongst other items of note in the School's collections are weave sample books from Donald Brothers Ltd, Dundee and examples of work by Kath Whyte (1909-1996), GSA's former Head of Embroidery, and her students.
Related publications:
Liz Arthur, Textile Treasures at the Glasgow School of Art;
Liz Arthur, The Unbroken Thread: A Century of Embroidery at Glasgow School of Art;
Thomasina Beck, Glasgow Girls: Women in Art and Design 1880-1920;
Kathleen Whyte, Design in Embroidery;
R.Oddy. Embroideries from Needlework development scheme;
J. Taylor, The Glasgow School of Embroidery in 'The Studio';
Needlework development scheme, Contemporary Embroideries;
Margaret Swanson, Needlecraft in School;
Margaret Swanson; Needle craft for Older Girls;
Margaret Swanson, Needle craft and Psychology;
Margaret Swanson and Ann Macbeth, Educational Needle craft.
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Part of Anne Scott Doll Collection
Costume doll: 18th Century Woman & Child (or Covenanters Group).
Not available / given
Stiching sampler in blue pink and black wool on heavy fabric.
Stewart, Marion S
1st year stitching sampler (Version 1)
1st year stitching sampler (Version 2)
Double sided fabric panels featuring various embroidery techniques.
Stewart, Marion S
3rd year zig zag sampler (Version 1)
3rd year zig zag sampler (Version 2)
3rd year zig zag sampler (Version 3)
Part of Textiles and papers of Fraser Taylor, GSA student and designer with The Cloth
Black square with green, red and purple face motif. White cotton short sleeved t-shirt with screen print design.
Taylor, Fraser
Part of Textiles and papers of Fraser Taylor, GSA student and designer with The Cloth
White t-shirt with brown, blue and green female profile motif. White cotton short sleeved t-shirt with screen print design.
Taylor, Fraser
Three linked A3 sized embroidery samplers from 3rd year embroidery course at GSA, one with a red background, one yellow and one grey
Reid, Sheena
A3 Embroidery samplers (Version 1)
A3 Embroidery samplers (Version 2)
A3 Embroidery samplers (Version 3)
A3 Embroidery samplers (Version 4)
Abstract figures line drawing in red, grey, ochre and blue
Part of Textiles and papers of Fraser Taylor, GSA student and designer with The Cloth
5 repeats. Dyed. 7 colours. Cotton.
Some damage, tide marks and dye run. This item was damaged in the fire in GSA's Mackintosh Building on 23rd May 2014. Textile conservation was completed in 2019.
Taylor, Fraser
Abstract line drawing in grey, powder blue, rust red and orange
Part of Textiles and papers of Fraser Taylor, GSA student and designer with The Cloth
3 repeats. Cotton. Multiple processes. Tide marks and bleeding. Visible mould. This item was damaged in the fire in GSA's Mackintosh Building on 23rd May 2014. Textile conservation was undertaken in 2019.
Taylor, Fraser
Abstract line drawing with grey, powder blue, rust red and ochre
Part of Textiles and papers of Fraser Taylor, GSA student and designer with The Cloth
Printed cotton. This item was damaged in the fire in GSA's Mackintosh Building on 23rd May 2014. Textile conservation was undertaken in 2019.
Taylor, Fraser
Part of Textiles and papers of Fraser Taylor, GSA student and designer with The Cloth
Abstract organic design painted in black ink and gouache, similar style of painting on reverse. Painted on paper and backed on white card.
Some of this material was damaged in the fire in GSA's Mackintosh Building on 23rd May 2014. Paper conservation took place in 2018. Textile conservation was completed in 2019.
Taylor, Fraser
Part of Textiles and papers of Fraser Taylor, GSA student and designer with The Cloth
Abstract forms are painted onto a pink ink painted surface. A fibrous semi-transparent material is stitched onto the surface of the paper outlining the forms in purple thread. Some pieces of the tracing paper and material have been deducted in the shape of the figures to reveal the painted background. Similar in material, style and medium to DC 089/1/2/4/45
Some of this material was damaged in the fire in GSA's Mackintosh Building on 23rd May 2014. Paper conservation took place in 2018. Textile conservation was completed in 2019.
Taylor, Fraser
Part of Textiles and papers of Fraser Taylor, GSA student and designer with The Cloth
Abstract forms are painted onto a sheet of tracing paper and adhered to a pink ink painted surface. A fibrous semi-transparent material is stitched onto the surface of the paper outlining the forms in blue thread. Some pieces of the tracing paper and material have been deducted in the shape of the figures to reveal the painted ground.
Some of this material was damaged in the fire in GSA's Mackintosh Building on 23rd May 2014. Paper conservation took place in 2018. Textile conservation was completed in 2019.
Taylor, Fraser
Part of Textiles and papers of Fraser Taylor, GSA student and designer with The Cloth
British Museum drawing of an Egyptian Coffin. Some damage debris, smoke smell and potential reaction stiffening the fabric. This item was damaged in the fire in GSA's Mackintosh Building on 23rd May 2014. Textile conservation was completed in 2019.
Taylor, Fraser
Altar Hanging - Psalm 150 (Version 1)
Part of Records and textiles of the Needlework Development Scheme
Wichmann, Joanna
Part of Anne Scott Doll Collection
Costume doll: Anne Bayne, first wife of Allan Ramsay (or 18th Century Lady).
Not available / given
The collection consists of 27 dolls all dressed in period costume. They are composed of various mixed media including fabrics, metal, glass, plastics, feathers and furs.
This collection was damaged in the fire in The Mackintosh Building at The Glasgow School of Art on 23rd May 2014 and is awaiting conservation.
Scott, Anne
Part of Papers of Kath Whyte, Head of Embroidery at Glasgow School of Art, Scotland
Gribble, Mary
Part of Records and textiles of the Needlework Development Scheme
Portuguese. Part of peasant costume. Closely woven in red wool on white warp. Geometric design in bright colours in loom embroidery - extra weft pulled up in loops on the surface Yellow braid waistband, and pink braid edges.
Not available / given
Part of Records and textiles of the Needlework Development Scheme
British. Scallop-edged cream taffeta apron. Silk and metal threads. Symmetrical floral design incorporating metal thread areas padded with cord. Extensive use of pearl and sequins. Framed.
Not available / given
Part of Records and textiles of the Needlework Development Scheme
British. Muslin with border embroidered with floral design in ochre shades in chain stitch in worsted thread. Waistband embroidered.
Not available / given
A collection of 25 aprons designed by Sylvia Chalmers, printed and produced by Tuar Fabrics in Scotland.
Chalmers, Sylvia
Part of Records and textiles of the Needlework Development Scheme
Part of Records and textiles of the Needlework Development Scheme
Part of Records and textiles of the Needlework Development Scheme
Part of Records and textiles of the Needlework Development Scheme
Part of Records and textiles of the Needlework Development Scheme
Part of Records and textiles of the Needlework Development Scheme
Part of Records and textiles of the Needlework Development Scheme
Apron in blue, green, and white with Scottish motifs (bagpipes, thistle, trout, grouse, bottle of whisky, shortbread, haggis, and quaich) and a celtic knotwork border.
Chalmers, Sylvia
Brown placemat with white fringed edges. Features a geometric design and is labelled "Arabesque; a two coloured placemat in chocolate and biscuit by Sylvia Chalmers"
Chalmers, Sylvia
Part of Textiles and papers of Fraser Taylor, GSA student and designer with The Cloth
Rectangular yellow armchair cover. Thought to be by Ann Macbeth. This item was damaged in the fire in GSA's Mackintosh Building on 23rd May 2014. Textile conservation was completed in 2019.
Not available / given
Cream armchair cover. Thought to be by Ann Macbeth.
Not available / given
Art and design work by Rose Valentine
Please note that this material is not yet fully catalogued and therefore some items may not be accessible to researchers.
Valentine, Rose
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
Artistic Dress made by a third year Interior Design student as a project for the 'Artistic Dress - Fashion, Style and identity' course. Full length, long sleeved 'A' line dress in dark blue, with a square neck and a central panel of applique in stylized floral shapes in cream, beige and lemon, with an orange/gold ribbon edging to the area. Also, an essay about Artistic dress and making a dress inspired by her studies.
Broger, Anna
Artistic dress and essay (Version 1)
Artistic dress and essay (Version 2)
Artistic dress and essay (Version 4)