Course Catalogue

The art collectors and patrons of Glasgow ADED11248

  • Academic Session: 2026-27
  • School: Short Courses
  • Credits: 0
  • Level: Level 1 (SCQF level 7)
  • Typically Offered: Summer
  • Available to Visiting Students: No
  • Collaborative Online International Learning: No
  • Curriculum For Life: No

Short Description

Glasgow's cultural history includes many men and women who supported the fine arts in Glasgow in the 18th and 19th centuries. This short course looks at key figures who bought Old Master paintings and commissioned modern art, including Robert Foulis, Archibald McLellan, Alexander 'Picture' Gordon, James Smith of Jordanhill, Mrs Cecilia Douglas of Orbiston, John Bell of North Park, and Alexander Bannantyne Stewart, whose mansion in Langside included a specially designed picture gallery.

Timetable

Block 4, weeks 1-5

Tuesday, 10.00-12.00

 

Requirements of Entry

None

Excluded Courses

None

Co-requisites

None

Assessment

None

Course Aims

To introduce the key art collectors in Glasgow in the 18th and 19th centuries.

To examine the history and contents of their public and private art collections.

To outline and examine the key relevant archival and other resources in Glasgow. 

Intended Learning Outcomes of Course

By the end of this course students will be able to:

■ Identify the key art collectors in Glasgow in the 18th and 19th centuries.

■ Critically analyse their collections, including the history of their formation and important individual paintings. 

■ Demonstrate research skills by identifying and using archival resources in Glasgow and elsewhere

Minimum Requirement for Award of Credits

No exceptions