Approaching New York, No.2 (Upright Plate)

1929/1934

James McBey

Associated Names
James McBey

Artist, Scottish, 1883 - 1959

The image shows a view from the deck of a ship towards New York City. The ship's deck is busy with several figures, while the background features the city's skyline with various skyscrapers in a sketch-like style. The artwork is an etching with fine lines and cross-hatching for form and depth. The color palette is monochromatic, emphasizing light and dark areas. Ships can be seen on the water, adding to the sense of movement between the deck and the city.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. James McBey

  • Dimensions

    sheet (irreg.): 47.5 × 27.9 cm (18 11/16 × 11 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1963.14.1

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Carter 1962, no. 269, State published

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1962

  • Carter, Charles. Etchings and Drypoints from 1924 by James McBey. Aberdeen: Aberdeen Art Gallery, 1962.

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

Q65509936

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