Albert

1917

James McBey

Associated Names
James McBey

Artist, Scottish, 1883 - 1959

The image depicts a war-torn area, with a grand tower in the center of the scene. The tower is damaged and surrounded by debris. The piece is created with expressive brushstrokes, giving it a sketch-like quality. The color palette is monochromatic, in sepia and black. Figures in period attire are scattered around, with bare trees on the right side. The overall atmosphere conveys desolation and resilience.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and drypoint

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.5995

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hardie 1925, no. 179, 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

Q65021711

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