Letter from James McBey to H. H. Kynett (Letters Associated with "Doc" Kynett)
SenderSent by
James McBey
(Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
RecipientReceived by
Harold H. Kynett
Date1953
Object NameLetter
Mediumpaper and ink
ClassificationsMcBey
Dimensions27.9 x 21.6cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1988 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
Copyright© Aberdeen City Council (McBey Collection)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG008310.62
Keywords
McBey gives his sympathies regarding the current beetle infestation aboard ship "The Victory", and responds to a previous query from Kynett regarding "Taxi experiences."
He also talks in detail about "horse bus" owner Geodie Cruickshank from Newburgh, Aberdeenshire, and tells Kynett that he and Marguerite will not be joining the "Coronation crowds" in London. McBey ends the letter by sending his well wishes to Kynett's wife Edna.
The letter consists of three sheets, two of which are typewritten on both sides, and the stapled pencil sketch.
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.
