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The Etching Tools of James McBey - Scraper
The Etching Tools of James McBey - Scraper
The Etching Tools of James McBey - Scraper

The Etching Tools of James McBey - Scraper

Associated (Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
Date1925-1959
MediumSteel
ClassificationsMcBey
Dimensions20.6 x 1.8cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1961 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
LocationOn Display - Gallery 13
Object numberABDAG005548.7
About MeUsed for removing bad work , unwanted lines, or foul-biting and needs to be kept very sharp. They are useful for removing unwanted bur from drypoint lines.
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This scraper, which was used to remove mistakes and unwanted lines, does make one wonder what we never got to see...
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