Page from Sketchbook (Sketchbook - War)
Artist
James McBey
(Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
Datec. 1917
Object NameSketchbook
Mediumpaper and pencil
ClassificationsMcBey
Dimensions13.2 x 16.7cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1960 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
Copyright© Aberdeen City Council (McBey Collection)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG003077.32
About MePage from a sketchbook used by James McBey during his time as Official War Artist in Egypt from 26 May 1917, which reads; "Major Heath - 181 Brigade. haik MOHIDIN KHAN."
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 sketchbook.
