Ebbesfleet

1912

James McBey

Associated Names
James McBey

Artist, Scottish, 1883 - 1959

The image is a black-and-white landscape artwork viewed from a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon is placed lower in the composition, with the land stretching into the distance. A group of cattle is seen grazing and resting close to us, extending back to the horizon where clusters of trees are faintly visible in the background. To the left, two large trees serve as focal points, their intricate branches and foliage created with delicate, expressive brushstrokes. The technique used in the image involves fine lines and hatching, adding contrast and detail to different elements. The overall color palette is monochromatic, relying on shades of black and gray against the off-white background.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and drypoint

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.5943

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hardie 1925, no. 115, State only


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

Q65021593

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