Combination Rush/Candle Holder by Leslie Macklem

Combination Rush/Candle Holder c. 1939

lesliemacklem

drawing

amateur sketch

toned paper

light pencil work

shading to add clarity

pencil sketch

incomplete sketchy

pencil drawing

ink drawing experimentation

sketchbook drawing

watercolour illustration

Leslie Macklem's *Combination Rush/Candle Holder*, a detailed watercolor on paper, depicts a simple yet elegant metal candlestick. The artwork was likely created around 1939 and reflects a focus on realistic representation of everyday objects, common in still life painting. Macklem's precise rendering highlights the craftsmanship and details of the ironwork, capturing the texture and patina of the metal in a subtle and realistic manner. This piece offers a glimpse into both the artistry of metalwork and Macklem's keen observational skills.