Model of The Glasgow School of Art - cross section
- Reference:GB 1694 NMC/0636
- Dates of Creation:1995-1996
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- Physical Description:1
Administrative / Biographical History
Beginning his career as a Professional Modelmaker in 1977 Brian Gallagher founded B. G. Models Ltd in 1991, originally based in the Templeton Business Centre, Glasgow. Over the years the Company has built a reputation for outstanding quality and creativity, specialising in the construction of high specification Architectural models. In 2001 the Company relocated to a new Studio in the historical country town of Biggar, South Lanarkshire. The Company has continued to perfect the production of hand crafted models.
Acquisition Information
Mr and Mrs Donald Taffner, 07.12.2000. Model was commissioned by Glasgow Museums and funded by Donald and Eleanor Taffner of New York for inclusion at Charles Rennie Mackintosh Exhibition, McLellan Galleries, Summer 1996.
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Beginning his career as a Professional Modelmaker in 1977 Brian Gallagher founded B. G. Models Ltd in 1991, originally based in the Templeton Business Centre, Glasgow. Over the years the Company has built a reputation for outstanding quality and creativity, specialising in the construction of high specification Architectural models. In 2001 the Company relocated to a new Studio in the historical country town of Biggar, South Lanarkshire. The Company has continued to perfect the production of hand crafted models.
Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements
Painted bextrine on a PVC core with painted photo-etched brass, acrylic and resin
Dimensions: 920 x 350 x 330 mmCustodial History
Exhibited: Glasgow, McLellan (NY, CH, LA); 1996-97. Port Vendres, Le Dome; 2004. Istanbul, Topkapi Palace; 2005.
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