Photograph (Press Cuttings Related to James McBey)
AssociatedAssociated with
James McBey
(Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
PublisherPublished by
Evening Standard
Datec. 1928
Object NamePress Cutting
Mediumpaper and ink
ClassificationsMcBey
Dimensions14.9 x 20.5cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1988 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
Copyright© Aberdeen City Council (McBey Collection)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG009098.44
Keywords
"Mr James McBey, whose etching "Dawn" was sold for the high price of £445 at Southeby's. When the etching was first issued eighty-two impressions were made and the plate destroyed."
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.