Rare 'Greek' Thomson Artwork Uncovered in University Building Coloured Stencils Thought to Date Back to 1863
The Herald › February 05, 2005
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The Herald › February 05, 2005
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DECORATORS have uncovered rare artwork by one of Scotland's most famous architects on the campus of Glasgow University.
Workmen renovating Lilybank House on the campus in the city's west end uncovered a series of colourful stencil designs by Alexander "Greek" Thomson. Experts believe the piece, which lay hidden beneath layers of paint, dates back to 1863, when Thomson worked on the A-listed building.See the full content of this document
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Rare 'Greek' Thomson Artwork Uncovered in University Building Coloured Stencils Thought to Date Back to 1863
Glasgow University, which owns the property, has called in Historic Scotland to investigate. The heritage watchdog's conservators have peeled away layers of pain...
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