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Black and white portrait photograph of James McBey
Black and white portrait photograph of James McBey
Black and white portrait photograph of James McBey

Black and white portrait photograph of James McBey

Sitter (Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
Date1915
Object NamePhotograph
Mediumphotograph
ClassificationsMcBey
AcquisitionPresented in 1988 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
Copyright© Aberdeen City Council (McBey Collection)
LocationOn Display - Gallery 13
Object numberABDAG008295.32
About MeBlack and white portrait photograph of James McBey wearing a polka dot bow tie. It is dated 6th August 1915 and addressed "To Phyllis". This object is part of an archive that belonged to Marguerite McBey. As a result of her generosity, Aberdeen Art Gallery holds the largest archive of James McBey's work, including prints, drawings, sketchbooks, oil paintings and memorabilia such as this photograph.
More About Me
This photograph was taken when the artist was in his early thirties. The polka dot bow tie is a nice touch!
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