Candle Holder 1935 - 1942

This drawing of a Candle Holder was made by Hal Blakeley, and I love the way the purple ink and watercolor describe light and shadow. It's like the object is glowing from within! Blakeley's approach really emphasizes the process of making; it’s not trying to trick us into thinking this is a photograph, it’s all about line and pattern. The texture of the paper peeks through, creating a sense of depth and transparency. Notice the details, the small, careful dots, the thin washes of color. These aren't just decorations; they're like little experiments, ways of seeing what the materials can do. I’m really drawn to the way the shadows have been built up with layers of ink, it gives the whole design a lift off the page, like a blueprint for a celestial object. This piece feels connected to the visionary drawings of Hilma af Klint, who also explored spiritual ideas through geometric forms. Ultimately, art invites us to see the world in new ways, embracing the mysterious and the unknown.