Presentation Box

Scope and Content

Lidded tortoiseshell box presented to Fra Newbery by students in celebration of Newbery's 25th anniversary as director. Inscribed: "From the students to Fra H Newbery esquire the Director and Headmaster of the Glasgow School of Art on the occasion of the completion of his 25th year in that capacity 20th day of December 1909".

Acquisition Information

Francis Henry Newbery. Mary Newbery Sturrock; on her death presented to GSA by her nephew, Fred Lang, 1985.

Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements

round tortoiseshell box with silver inlay. Engraved 'FN' on lid.
Dimensions: 82 x 82 x 27 mm

Custodial History

Exhibited: Bridport, Bridport Museum; 2008.

Additional Information

Published