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Letter to James McBey from H. H. Kynett (Letters Associated with "Doc" Kynett)
Image Not Available for Letter to James McBey from H. H. Kynett (Letters Associated with "Doc" Kynett)

Letter to James McBey from H. H. Kynett (Letters Associated with "Doc" Kynett)

Recipient (Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
Date1952
Object NameLetter
Mediumpaper and ink
ClassificationsMcBey
Dimensions28 x 21.5cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1988 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
Copyright© Aberdeen City Council (McBey Collection)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG008310.56
About MeLetter to James McBey from friend and art collector H. H. Kynett, dated 22 January 1952. In it Kynett discusses reproductions, and tells McBey that he has posted complimentary copies of "The Mavic's Log" book to Marischal College Aberdeen, and Aberdeen Public Library. He also updates McBey on his wife Edna's health, and says that he is about to go on a three day sailing trip on the "Mystic" with Phill Mallory.

The letter consists of two sheets typewritten on headed paper.

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 letter.