A Moroccan Market

1912

James McBey

Associated Names
James McBey

Artist, Scottish, 1883 - 1959

The image depicts a crowded marketplace with various figures seated or huddled on the ground. The viewpoint is at eye level, showing detailed activities of the crowd. In the background, there are buildings with flat roofs and minimalist architecture, along with a prominent tower to the right. A few clouds are scattered in the sky above the buildings. The brushstrokes are fine and detailed, capturing clothing patterns and architectural shading. The color palette consists of sepia and cream tones, suggesting the artwork may be a monochromatic print or etching, providing a detailed portrayal of the scene.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 20.8 × 32.7 cm (8 3/16 × 12 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.5960

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hardie 1925, no. 136, 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

Q65021632

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