McConnell, Dr. Bridget

The Burrell Collection: Renaissance of a global museum

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ISBN 13:
9781908638397
author:
McConnell, Dr. Bridget
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Glasgow Museums Publishing
language:
English
Publication Year:
2022
Pages:
176
Dimensions:
29.5 x 25 x 2 centimetres (1.05
Genre:
Arts & Photography, Architecture & Design, Buildings,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£24.30

Description

The Burrell Collection Renaissance of a Global Museum In 1944, Sir William Burrell and his wife Constance left their remarkable collection of over 6,000 objects to the City of Glasgow, ensuring its preservation for future generations. The collection has since grown to 9,000 objects, spanning from Neolithic Chinese pottery to works by Degas. The stunning new home of the Collection, designed by Barry Gasson, John Meunier and Brit Andresen, opened in 1983, marking a cultural rebirth for the city. Today, the Burrell Collection is a major global museum, hosting millions of visitors each year. This book explores the role of publicly funded buildings like the Burrell Collection in shaping local communities and fostering creativity, debate, and learning. The authors examine the architectural significance of the building, both when it was built and now, as well as its place on the global museums stage. The book is complemented by a selection of the Collection's treasures, offering a unique insight into this remarkable cultural institution.

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