British Society of Master Glass Painters
The British Society of Master Glass Painters (BSMGP) is a British trade association for the art and craft of stained glass.[1] Founded in 1921, it promotes the trade of glass painting and staining in Britain.[2] The founding subscribers included John Hardman, Walter Tower (Kempe & Co), Arthur Powell (James Powell and Sons) and Thomas Grylls (Burlison & Grylls) and Percy Bacon.[3]
BSMGP activities include: lectures, conferences, exhibitions, forums, and guided walks. It also offers publications such as an annual journal and a quarterly newsletter.[4] Additionally, it houses an extensive reference library, which is available to members.
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References
- ^ "British Society of Master Glass Painters - entry on the Building Conservation Website". Buildingconservation.com. Retrieved 22 May 2017.
- ^ Fisher, James (2023-05-24). "Stained-glass makers in danger of disappearing from Britain — is there time for a renaissance?". Country Life. Retrieved 2024-01-13.
- ^ Memorandum and Articles of Association of the British Society of Master Glass Painters, 1921; p10
- ^ "British Society of Master Glass Painters / Organisations / Craft Directory / Crafts Council". Archived from the original on 2011-07-27. Retrieved 2010-10-15.
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