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The Etching Tools of James McBey - Burnisher
The Etching Tools of James McBey - Burnisher
The Etching Tools of James McBey - Burnisher

The Etching Tools of James McBey - Burnisher

Artist (Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
Associated (Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
Date1925-1959
Mediumwood and metal
ClassificationsMcBey
Dimensions17.5 x 3.3cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1961 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
Copyright© Aberdeen City Council (McBey Collection)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG005548.1
About MeA smooth steel tool used for reducing over-bitten lines in etching and modifying tones in aquatints. The burnisher can reduce the line in places and give delicate gradations.