1919
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
Portrait of Frank Martin Hardie is a 1919 watercolor by James McBey, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This sketch shows a young boy with messy hair, wearing a loose shirt and a light jacket. His head is tilted slightly, and he looks off to the side with a quiet expression. The background is mostly blurred, with just a few dark lines suggesting a hat or umbrella. The painting uses quick, loose strokes—some areas are barely filled in, while others have heavier marks. The boy’s face is the clearest part, with soft shading around his cheeks and chin. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see this sketch in person.
A watercolour portrait of Frank Martin Hardie, executed by James McBey in 1919, features the artist's signature and date.
Read the full account in the museum source.
James McBey (23 December 1883 – 1 December 1959) was a largely self-taught Scottish artist and etcher whose prints were highly valued during the later stages of the etching revival in the early 20th century.
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