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the Birthday of Charles Rennie Mackintosh
"Art is the flower... life is the green leaf."
~ Charles Rennie Mackintosh (1868-1928)
Deep Purple fans and art historians alike—this tartan is a true conversation piece! Inspired by the visionary work of Charles Rennie Mackintosh, a leading figure of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it pays tribute to one of the great minds of the Art Nouveau movement. Mackintosh was renowned for his ability to merge the organic beauty of nature with the structured elegance of modern design. His distinctive style featured clean lines, understated palettes, and graceful geometric forms, often accented with floral motifs that brought softness and harmony to his work.
This particular tartan, designed by a former student of the Glasgow School of Art, draws directly from Mackintosh’s iconic tile patterns—especially his celebrated nine-square motif. The result is a textile that feels both timeless and unmistakably modern, much like the artist himself.
To truly immerse yourself in Mackintosh’s world, visit The Willow Tea Rooms on Sauchiehall Street in Glasgow. Recently restored to its 1903 splendor, this tea room is the only one surviving in its entirety as envisioned by Mackintosh and his wife, the talented artist Margaret Macdonald Mackintosh. Together, they oversaw every detail—from the architecture and interior layout to the furniture, cutlery, and even the waitresses’ uniforms. Compared to the heavy, somber interiors of Victorian pubs and dining rooms, the Tea Rooms were a revelation—a futuristic and light-filled space that felt like stepping into a work of art.
Mackintosh’s influence continues to ripple through popular culture. His evocative designs have been used by set designers and art directors to establish distinctive moods in iconic films and television series such as Blade Runner, Doctor Who, and Inception. Elegant, enigmatic, and utterly original—this tartan honors a legacy that still shapes the visual imagination today. 💜 🖤 💜 🖌️ 🎨
Born June 7, 1868 in Glasgow, Charles Rennie Mackintosh was a Scottish architect, designer, water colourist and artist. His work, alongside that of his wife Margaret Macdonald, was influential on European design design movements such as Art Nouveau and Secessionism.
Although celebrated today for the artistic houses and detailed interiors (distinctive furniture and watercolours), his masterpiece is the Glasgow School of Art, one of the great buildings of all time.
Mackintosh, his future wife Margaret MacDonald, her sister Frances MacDonald, and Herbert MacNair met at evening classes at the Glasgow School of Art. They became known as a collaborative group, "The Four", or "The Glasgow Four", and were prominent members of the "Glasgow School" movement. This group helped defined the Glasgow Style's fusion of influences including the Celtic Revival, the Arts and Crafts Movement, and Japonisme.
This tartan was designed by a former student of the Glasgow School of Art who has been involved in many Mackintosh related projects. The designer wished to produce a design based on Mackintosh's tile motifs, particularly, Mackintosh's nine square motif.
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