Postcard to James McBey (Letters and Memorabilia Belonging to James McBey)
RecipientReceived by
James McBey
(Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
Date1937
Object NamePostcard
Mediumcard and ink
ClassificationsMcBey
Dimensions9 x 14cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1988 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
Copyright© Aberdeen City Council (McBey Collection)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG008357.31
Keywords
"We are spending a couple of weeks in Switzerland, the sun is marvellous. This is a pretty place, the skiing is really good. So far no further loves, the only damage is sunburn!"
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 postcard.
