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Correspondence from Marguerite McBey to James McBey
Correspondence from Marguerite McBey to James McBey
Correspondence from Marguerite McBey to James McBey

Correspondence from Marguerite McBey to James McBey

Recipient (Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
Sender (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, 1905 - 1999)
Date1948
Object NameLetter
Mediumpaper
ClassificationsMcBey
DimensionsSheet One: 12.6 x 10.1cm
Sheet Two: 12.6 x 20.2cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1988 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
Copyright© Family of James & Marguerite McBey
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG008318.2
Keywords
About MeCorrespondence from Marguerite McBey to James McBey, dated 2 July 1948, and sent from New York. Two sheets form this object and the correspondence is on both side of either sheet.

Marguerite discusses cash deposits and refunds, an acquaintance called Gordon regarding a renewal of a lease, her power of attorney, a dispute with a man called Eugene regarding book-keeping, and US residency and a $400 customer allowance.

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 letter.