James McBey and an Unknown Gentleman (Photographs of James McBey)
SitterSitter is
James McBey
(Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
Datec. 1955
Object NamePhotograph
Mediumphotograph
ClassificationsMcBey
Dimensions11.2 x 11cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1988 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
Copyright© Aberdeen City Council (McBey Collection)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG008295.99
Keywords
The photograph was originally kept with a series of others inside a paper envelope labelled "Zubillaga Portraits of James." Although this image is not stamped with the photographer's details he may have taken this photograph.
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.
1905
