Ink Sketch of Two Men Moving an Object, by James McBey
Artist
James McBey
(Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
AssociatedAssociated with
Marguerite McBey
(Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, 1905 - 1999)
Date1932
Object NameLetter
Mediumpaper
ClassificationsMcBey
Dimensions16.2 x 11.2cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1988 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
Copyright© Family of James & Marguerite McBey
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG008318.145
About MeInk Sketch of Two Men Moving an Object, by James McBey, dated 16 August 1932. The letter is addressed to Marguerite McBey, with a sketch of two men moving an object and the caption "this is happening all day". 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 and sketch.
