Religious Story Book
Associated
James McBey
(Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
Date1875 - 1899
Object NameBook
Mediumcard, paper and ink
ClassificationsMcBey
Dimensions9 x 5.2 x 2.5cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1988 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
Copyright© Aberdeen City Council (McBey Collection)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG008375
About MeSmall religious story book, which belonged to James McBey, printed by Reed & Pardon Printers. Stories include, "The Bible Printers", "The Name on the Rock", "The Two Pictures", "Flowers and Weeds" and "The Unhappy Boy Made Happy." Several parts of the book have been drawn on with pencil.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 book.
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