The Drop Gate by John Sell Cotman (Portfolio of Articles and Cuttings)
OwnerOwned by
James McBey
(Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
AssociatedAssociated with
Tate
(England, founded 1897)
Artist
John Sell Cotman
(Norwich, England, 1782 - 1842)
Datec. 1930
Object NamePostcard
Mediumcard and ink
ClassificationsMcBey
Dimensions15 x 10.5cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1988 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
CopyrightOut of copyright
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG008292.28
Keywords
The postcard is kept within a portfolio of articles and cuttings that belonged to James McBey, which he kept because they were of interest.
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 postcard.
