Hurricane Shade and Candlestick c. 1937

Henry Meyer's "Hurricane Shade and Candlestick," is rendered with graphite and watercolor, revealing a fascinating interplay of precision and fluidity. There's this gentle dance between the definite lines of the vessel and the more atmospheric washes of color, especially in the shade. The candlestick has a kind of shimmering glow, achieved through subtle gradations of green and gold, it is almost as if Meyer's is trying to capture the way light bounces off the metal. This drawing reminds me of the work of Josef Albers. It has a similarly rigorous, analytical approach but with a softer, more human touch. Both artists use simple forms to explore complex ideas about perception and the nature of light. This piece, like so much art, invites us to look closely, to question, and to find our own meaning in the delicate balance of form and color.