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James McBey Etchings on Show (Press Cuttings Related to James McBey)
James McBey Etchings on Show (Press Cuttings Related to James McBey)
James McBey Etchings on Show (Press Cuttings Related to James McBey)

James McBey Etchings on Show (Press Cuttings Related to James McBey)

Associated (Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
Datec. 1959
Object NamePress Cutting
Mediumpaper and ink
ClassificationsMcBey
Dimensions19.9 x 4.9cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1988 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
Copyright© Aberdeen City Council (McBey Collection)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG009098.14
About MeArticle printed in an unknown newspaper which discusses the donation of 204 etchings by James McBey to Aberdeen Art Gallery from Mr H.H. Kynett, a personal friend of the artist. A small section at the bottom of the article also talks about "The Kitchen Sink Mentality" and trying to keep a balance between buying good artwork for the gallery, while also saving enough money to keep the building in a good state of repair.

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 newspaper article.