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The Musician
The Musician
The Musician

The Musician

Artist (Newburgh, Scotland, 1883 - 1959)
Date1896
Mediumoil on canvas stretched on card
ClassificationsMcBey
DimensionsOverall: Height: 22.7 cm, Width: 20 cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1961 by Mrs Marguerite McBey.
Copyright© Aberdeen City Council (McBey Collection)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG011626
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Here a musician sits alone in a gloomy room before his music stand, attempting to master a piece on his horn instrument. If this work seems a little different to the McBey you know, check the dates again!
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