Farewell to Venice

1925

James McBey

Associated Names
James McBey

Artist, Scottish, 1883 - 1959

A view across a body of water is shown in the image. The horizon is positioned near the middle of the composition. On the horizon, there is a subtle outline of a distant cityscape with faint buildings and towers. A gondola is on the right, navigated by a single figure. The artwork is characterized by delicate etching, creating a serene atmosphere. The color palette is warm sepia tones, enhancing the tranquil scenery. The minimalistic style highlights the water's movement and the distant cityscape.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 33 × 49 cm (13 × 19 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.6048

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Carter 1962, no. 256, 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

Q65021791

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