Books published by GLASGOW MUSEUMS PUBLISHING

Sir William Burrell was one of the foremost collectors of his day. He gifted his collection to the city of Glasgow in 1944, and it has been admired by millions of visitors since. Although he never visited China, he had a passion for Chinese objects. Ceramics of the 1600s and 1700s, decorated in cobalt blue and enamels, were the fashion in 'Chinese art' in Britain during the early 1900s. Burrell's collection reflects this trend, although interestingly his taste extended to ancient bronzes and jade too. This publication showcases 60 masterpieces from the Burrell Collection.

In October 2018 Christine Borland unveils a new artwork at Kelvingrove Museum and Art Gallery, Glasgow, Scotland, as part of the 14-18 NOW World War I centenary commemorations. The artwork is co-commissioned by Glasgow Museums and 14-18 NOW and supported by the Art Fund. This highly illustrated book showcases the new, commissioned artwork and gives an insight into Borland's research and practice. It includes an interview with the artist and an essay by Professor Andrew Patrizio reflecting on Borland's career to date and placing the new work in context. The artist shares her research and personal response to the objects she selected from over 2,000 in Glasgow Museums' World War I collection, and which have variously informed the new artwork. The publication comprehensively documents Borland's artistic processes, the commission and the finished artwork installed in Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow, Scotland.