Letter from "N.P." to Lisbeth Simpson (Letters - General)
AssociatedAssociated with
James McBey
(Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
RecipientAwarded to
Elizabeth Simpson
Daten.d.
Object NameLetter
Mediumpaper
ClassificationsMcBey
Dimensions13 × 20.2cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1988 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
Copyright© Aberdeen City Council (McBey Collection)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG008312.16
Keywords
"What a very cold day to have a meatless dinner! And masses on root vegetables are so indigestible for sensitive bellies, but we all know there is a war on and must be brave little people, and eat for victory.
With love, N.P.
James. This is Nan learning to type. Original, what?"
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.
