Marquess
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Glasgow Museums has a collection of approximately 18 objects representing the noble title Marquess, of which 12 represent Scottish Marquesses ( Aisla, Argyle, Breadalbane, Bute, Lothian, Lorne). There are further 5 objects for English Marquesses and 1 for a French Marquess. The collection generally categorised history, art and decorative art. The range of objects representing Scottish Marquesses varies. There are objects bearing heraldic shields, personal goods, portraits and commemorative goods representing the nobles in political and civic duties. Most of the collection dates from the 18th and 20th centuries.
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