Letter by H.W.J. Paton to Graham Smith, 14th May 1941
AssociatedAssociated with
James McBey
(Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
AssociatedAssociated with
Colnaghi London
RecipientAwarded to
Graham Smith
Date1941
Object NameCorrespondence
Mediumpaper and ink
ClassificationsMcBey
DimensionsPaper Size: 26 x 20.4cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1988 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
Copyright© Aberdeen City Council (McBey Collection)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG009503.8
Keywords
Extracts from the letter:
''As you say, I do not think there is need for either of us to write to Mr. McBey at this particular juncture, and also like you, I feel that in all the circumstances Mr. McBey should very seriously consider accepting the proposition outlined in your letter. I hope too that his reply will come soon as after Saturday's experience the sooner these etchings are out of London at least the better.
I shall just leave the matter there meantime and much appreciate all the trouble and care you have given to this matter which must be a very important one from Mr. McBey's point of view.''
Typed on one side of blue paper.
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 letter.
