The Crucifix, Boulogne

1916

James McBey

Associated Names
James McBey

Artist, Scottish, 1883 - 1959

The image displays a view from an elevated position, looking down towards a large expanse of water. The horizon is positioned high in the composition with distant landscapes blending into the sky. The artwork features detailed line work depicting a cliff, a cross-topped structure, and a maritime scene below. The color palette is primarily monochromatic with dark lines against a lighter background. A cliff descends close to the viewer, leading the eye towards docks and ships in the water. The sky above is filled with textured clouds.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.5984

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hardie 1925, no. 168, 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

Q65021686

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