Dieppe

1924

James McBey

Associated Names
James McBey

Artist, Scottish, 1883 - 1959

The image shows a low view of a large cliff on the right side. The horizon is low, with a sky dominating the top half in shades of gray and muted blue. In the distance, there are small figures and vehicles on a curving road. The loose and fluid brushwork suggests a watercolor technique, capturing light and textures. The color palette is muted and earthy, consisting of browns, grays, and hints of blue, creating a somber atmosphere. A figure is near the cliff, providing scale and depth.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor on heavy laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall (approximate): 23.8 x 29.6 cm (9 3/8 x 11 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.6109

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in brown ink: James McBey / Dieppe 2 February1924.

Wikidata ID

Q64580572

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