Enkhuisen Harbour

1910

James McBey

Associated Names
James McBey

Artist, Scottish, 1883 - 1959

The image displays a view from a riverbank towards a group of buildings. A small bridge is visible, with subtle details suggesting activity on it. The horizon is below the center of the image, reflecting the structures, skies, and bridge on the water. The ink on paper gives the image a sketch-like quality with precise brushstrokes conveying textures and shadows. The color palette is monochromatic, using varying intensities of black or dark brown for definition. Close by, two figures converse near docked boats, adding human activity. Buildings with detailed windows and roofs, along with a distant figure on the riverbank, contribute to the serene yet lively atmosphere.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.5899

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hardie 1925, no. 66, State published


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1925

  • Hardie, Martin. Etchings and Drypoints from 1902 to 1924 by James McBey. London: P. and D. Colnaghi and Co., 1925.

1997

  • Hardie, Martin, and Charles Carter. The Etchings and Dry-Points of James McBey (1883-1959). San Francisco, California: Alan Wofsy Fine Arts, 1997, p.

Wikidata ID

Q65021487

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