Paisley Art Institute
The Paisley Art Institute is a Scottish art organisation founded in 1876. As well as presenting annual exhibitions, the institute has built up a substantial collection of 450 works by Scottish and international artists.[1][2]
Works from the collection were for many years on public view in Paisley Museum and Art Galleries, whose galleries were also the institute's annual exhibiting space.[1][3]
The art historian Kenneth Clark, whose family wealth was derived from the town's Clark Thread Company, served as honorary vice president between 1965 and 1983.[4]
Following the temporary closure of Paisley Museum and Art Galleries for redevelopment, the OneRen agency offered only a small space for permanent and temporary exhibition in the refurbished building, which the Institute decided was unacceptable.[2] Renfrewshire Council have also sought £10,000 per year from the institute to continue storing the Collection.[5] As a result of the dispute, in 2024 the institute's exhibition was held in the premises of Glasgow Art Club.[2]
References[edit]
- ^ a b Henry, Clare (24 April 2023). "Paisley Art Institute Made Homeless After 147 Years – Clare Henry". Artlyst. Retrieved 15 April 2024.
- ^ a b c McLean, Pauline (13 April 2024). "Paisley artists facing biggest challenge in 150 years". BBC News. Retrieved 15 April 2024.
- ^ Kenealy, Edel. "Paisley Art Institute and £4m collection to leave town". Daily Record. Retrieved 15 April 2024.
- ^ "Our Story: 1960s". Paisley Art Institute. Retrieved 15 April 2024.
- ^ Aitken, Mark (12 February 2024). "Council urged to take 'honest and moral decision' over return of art". Sunday Post. Retrieved 15 April 2024.
External links[edit]
- Official website
- "Paisley Art Institute Collection, held by Paisley Museum and Art Galleries". ArtUK. Retrieved 15 April 2024.
