Letter from Clemence Bonnet to James McBey (Letters and Memorabilia Belonging to James McBey)
RecipientReceived by
James McBey
(Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
SenderSent by
Clemence Bonnet
Date1942
Object NameLetter
Mediumpaper and ink
ClassificationsMcBey
DimensionsLetter: 25.2 x 20.2cm
Envelope: 9 x 15.3cm
Envelope: 9 x 15.3cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1988 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
Copyright© Aberdeen City Council (McBey Collection)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG008357.29
Keywords
Clemence also talks about her family explaining that her, "daughter has grown up now and is much taller than her mother!" She also tells McBey that her parents were doing well and briefly mentions her sister. Clemence then urges McBey to write soon, asks if he has found a painting studio yet, and sends her best wishes to Marguerite and Mrs. Loeb.
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.
