Alexander Mackay (Reproductions of James McBey's Portraits)
Artist
James McBey
(Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
PhotographerPhotographed by
Paul Laib
(South Kensington)
Date1923
Object NamePhotograph
Mediumphotograph and card
ClassificationsMcBey
Dimensions41 x 32cm
AcquisitionMarguerite McBey Bequest, 2000.
Copyright© Aberdeen City Council (McBey Collection)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG017767.21
About MeBlack and white photograph depicting a portrait of Alexander Mackay, painted by James McBey in 1923. The photograph is mounted on card, and was taken by Paul Laib, Fine Art Photographers.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 photograph.
