The History Girls: Charles Rennie Mackintosh: Making the Glasgow Style by Catherine Hokin

28/04/2018 in Art & Design, Classic Art, Events & Occasions, History, Reblogs | Tags: 150th anniversary, 20th century, Art Nouveau, Charles Rennie Mackintosh, exhibition, Glasgow, Kelvingrove Art Gallery

“Every object which you pass from your hand must carry an outspoken mark of individuality, beauty and most exact execution.” Charles Rennie Mackintosh

Glasgow is having a bit of a do this year to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birth of architect, designer and artist Charles Rennie Mackintosh, one of the city’s favourite…

via The History Girls: Charles Rennie Mackintosh: Making the Glasgow Style by Catherine Hokin

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