Santa Maria della Fava

1925

James McBey

Associated Names
James McBey

Artist, Scottish, 1883 - 1959

The image shows a ground-level view looking up at a large architectural structure in the distance. There is a significant dark opening at the center of the building. The scene captures a play of light and shadow with bold brushstrokes. The style is reminiscent of a sketch or etching with sharp lines. The color palette is monochromatic with black and sepia tones. Small figures are depicted closest to the viewer, with minimal detail, drawing the eye towards the grand entrance. The background fades into shadows, emphasizing the structure.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and drypoint

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 40.8 × 27.2 cm (16 1/16 × 10 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.6059

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Carter 1962, no. 234, 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

Q65021802

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