The Burrell Collection

• Affordable guide packed with information about the newly reopened Burrell Collection.
• The Burrell is housed in a striking, purpose-built modern space.
• Part of Scala’s popular Art Spaces series
• The Burrell Collection features masterpieces by Degas, Manet and Rodin, along with significant collections of Chinese art, Ancient and medieval art.

Gifted to the city of Glasgow in 1944, the Burrell Collection is one
of the UK’s most significant art museums, with an extraordinarily varied collection, and is housed in a striking, purpose-built modern space. In 2022, it will reopen after an extensive refurbishment, with innovative new galleries, displays and facilities.

Robert Gartshore is an architect with over 20 years’ experience. He has been Special Projects Officer for the refurbishment of The Burrell Collection.

Iona Shepherd works throughout Scotland as a photographer specialising in the museums, heritage and construction sectors.