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Scottish Art in 100 Works

Patricia Allerston author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:National Galleries of Scotland

Published:29th Nov '23

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The National Galleries of Scotland is home to the most important collection of Scottish art in the world. This beautifully illustrated book introduces the collection through 100 works, specially chosen by the curatorial team who care for them.
The selection ranges chronologically from a 16th-century portrait of a Scottish king to 21st-century installations and prints. Some of the most famous painters in Scotland’s history feature alongside some of the finest artists working in Scotland today. Many of the most distinctive movements in Scotland’s artistic heritage are represented, including the Celtic Revival, Arts and Crafts, the Glasgow Boys and the Scottish Colourists.
Each of the 100 works is reproduced alongside a text by one of 23 expert contributors. The introduction gives an overview of the collection and Scottish art history more broadly. It is perfect for those who already love Scottish art, and those who are yet to discover its riches.  

"“excellent essay by Patricia Allerston, Deputy Director and Chief Curator of European and Scottish Art” “sumptuous large illustrations of the selected Works, with a beautifully printed tonality” “The selection is presented in chronological order, which enables the reader to see the works in context of each other and to perceive the development of Scottish art over several centuries” “lt is exciting to think about how this important collection can continue to grow while this publication is already a beautiful tribute to Scottish art.”" - Journal of Scottish Society for Art History

ISBN: 9781911054474

Dimensions: 265mm x 265mm x 16mm

Weight: 1025g

180 pages