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The Headland by James McBey
The Headland
The Headland by James McBey
The Headland by James McBey

The Headland

Artist (Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
Date1909
Mediumoil on canvas attached to panel
ClassificationsMcBey
DimensionsOverall (Height x Width): 411 × 506mm
Frame Size (Height x Width): 685 × 788mm
AcquisitionPresented in 1960 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
Copyright© Aberdeen City Council (McBey Collection)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG002401
About MeThis painting is surely of the North East Coastline as it was painted in 1909 when James McBey was based in Aberdeen. McBey has faithfully depicted the rugged line of the cliffs and has used thick darting brushstrokes to emphasis the movement of the water below. Seagulls glide above the cliffs their white bodies contrasting with the ominous black clouds above.
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