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Sale of Modern Etchings (Press Cuttings Related to James McBey)
Sale of Modern Etchings (Press Cuttings Related to James McBey)
Sale of Modern Etchings (Press Cuttings Related to James McBey)

Sale of Modern Etchings (Press Cuttings Related to James McBey)

Associated (Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
Date1926
Object NamePress Cutting
Mediumpaper and ink
ClassificationsMcBey
Dimensions4.1 x 6.2cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1988 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
Copyright© Aberdeen City Council (McBey Collection)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG009098.26
About MeArticle printed in an unknown newspaper on 21 July 1926, related to a sale of modern etchings at Southeby's. Etchings sold by James McBey included, "Ebb Tide" (see ABDAG005517) for £205, "Zaanstreek" (see ABDAG002042) for £145, and "Mersea Sunset" (see ABDAG001529) for £120.

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.