Program Overview

The Hunterian Art Gallery Collection

Key Facts

• Cost: £100
• Credits: 0

Summary

This course introduces students to the art collection found within the University of Glasgow's Hunterian Art Gallery. The initial lecture will look at Dr. Hunter himself, both as a physician and anatomist, but also a collector of art, and how his bequest to the University of Glasgow formed the Hunterian museum in 1807. Each lecture will introduce artists whose works form part of the collection, and cover the artists biography and key works, as well as background and context. These lectures will include consideration of the works of Whistler and the Mackintosh House, as well as other important aspects of the collection. The final class will be a visit to the Gallery.

Areas of Exploration

• The art held within the Hunterian Art Gallery collection.
• Its history and foundation as a collection, and significant works.
• What the collection does in both a historical and contemporary context.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate a familiarity with the art within the Hunterian collection.
• Contextualise the collection within historical and contemporary frameworks.
• Identify key artworks and artists held within the collection.

Target Audience

Anyone who has an interest in art history.

Qualifications/Credits

This is a non-credit class, so it would not contribute to any qualifications.

Mode of Study

A mixture of lectures and seminars and a gallery visit.

Prospects

Although the course is non-credit bearing, and so would not contribute towards a CertHE in the history of art, it is still an ideal introduction to the subject area.

Available Sessions

• Date: 05/08/2026 - 02/09/2026
• Day: Wednesday
• Time: 13:00 - 15:00
• Reference: The Hunterian Art Gallery collection - On campus (25704)