Vinaroz - Boat Building

1911

James McBey

Associated Names
James McBey

Artist, Scottish, 1883 - 1959

The image shows a view from the water towards a structure at the edge of a body of water. The horizon is positioned relatively high, slightly above the center line, with delicate lines suggesting distant water or land. A building is visible on the right side of the horizon, featuring architectural details like a tower or steeple. The piece is created with fine linework, resembling an etching or drawing technique. The color palette is monochrome, with various shades of black and grey on a cream-colored background. There are subtle variations in line intensity indicating different textures and depth, contributing to the composition's serene and contemplative mood.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.5932

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hardie 1925, no. 102, 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

Q65021570

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