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Site-specific artworks were commissioned for particular locations within and on the exterior of the Gallery building. This gave the selected artists the opportunity to make work for the specific architectural context of the building.

Artists

• Nikki de Saint Phalle
• Adrian Wiszniewski
• Andy Goldsworthy
• Ian Hamilton Finlay

Funding

SAC Award amount

£205,000.00

Project total cost

£410,000.00

Funding purpose

Towards the cost of commissions of sculpture and installations at the new Gallery of Modern Art in Glasgow.

(Please note dates and details correct at time of award.)

Consultation & Commissioning Process

The commissioning of these works for the Gallery of Modern art was the result of the direct selection of the artists.

Outcomes

• Mosaic on east facade of builiding exterior and also in the ground floor foyer.
• Painted murals in cafe and lobby area
• Sculptural installation