Explore Scotland’s artistic heritage with the Historical Paisley Art Tour, a unique journey through the Glasgow Art Club, featuring highlights from the Paisley Art Institute's treasured collection. Priced at £24, this exclusive 2-hour 30-minute tour will take you through iconic works that celebrate the creative genius of artists connected to Paisley and Glasgow.
Starting at 10am, you’ll be welcomed with tea, coffee, and traditional Scottish shortbread, setting the tone for a sophisticated cultural experience. At noon, enjoy a light lunch of soup and sandwiches in the elegant surroundings of the Glasgow Art Club.
Central to the tour is the exploration of the Mackintosh Keppie Gallery, where you’ll discover the intertwined histories of Paisley, Charles Rennie Mackintosh, and the Glasgow School of Art. Among the works on display are masterpieces that define Scotland’s artistic legacy. For instance, admire the "Portrait of a Lady" by David Alison, a striking oil painting of the artist’s wife, or delve into the sculptural beauty of "Paisley Head" by Tom Allan, a marble sculpture embodying the town’s rich artistic symbolism.
List of Artworks on Display:
Portrait of a Lady – David Alison
Paisley Head – Tom Allan
Resting – Theodor van der Beek
Light San Marco – William Birnie
Figure Study - Germanicus – John Blair
The Exile – John Blair
Moonlight in Stirlingshire – Sir Muirhead Bone
Home from the Fishing St Monans – William Snodgrass Bryce
A Sunlit Strand – Arthur James Wetherall Burgess
George Barclay Esq – William Carter
The Red Fisherman – James Elder Christie
Behold the Scorpion – James Cosgrove
Nude – James Curr
Portrait of JAD MacKean – Maurice Greiffenhagen
Flotsam and Jetsam – Joe Hargan
John Millar – George Henry
Glasgow – Falconer Houston
Paisley's Domes and Spires – Falconer Houston
Mirror Mirror – Ian Howard
Hero of the Town – Peter Howson
Katriona – Sir William Oliphant Hutchison
Jimera del Libar Cuba – Charles Reginald Wingate Jamieson
Carefree – Archibald Kay
Yachts off Iona – Robert Kelsey
A Portrait of an Old Gentleman – William J. Kennedy
A Portrait of an Old Lady – William J. Kennedy
The Astronomers / Galileos Globe – Alan King
Mysterium Magnum – John Kingsley
Still Life with Cala Lilies – Liz Knox
Portrait of John Polson – Alphonse Legros
Mrs Stewart Clark – William Ewart Lockhart
Celtic Ring – Jock MacInnes
Fish Supper – Jock MacInnes
Sir Peter Coats – I. McNalty
Sluice Gate – Henry Muhrman
Scene d’Hiver – Henry Muhrman
The Paisley Shawl – Francis Newbery
Roses – Stuart Park
Peter Coats (Bronze Bust) – Alexander Proudfoot
Portrait of Archibald Kay – William Somerville Shanks
Bust of Provost Robert Cochran – William Somerville Shanks
Appin – Helen Turner
Tracy – Helen F. Wilson
Scratch – Robert Wilson
Garelochhead – James Wright
This tour not only provides an artistic journey but also connects you to the cultural fabric of Paisley and Glasgow. The renowned artists featured, like William Birnie, James Elder Christie, and Joe Hargan, bring to life Scotland’s unique contributions to global art.
Whether you’re an art connoisseur or a curious visitor, this tour is a gateway to understanding the profound influence of the Paisley Art Institute on the world stage.
With such an esteemed collection in a historic setting, the Historical Paisley Art Tour promises a refined and unforgettable cultural experience. Book your tour today to be part of something truly exceptional!
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