Mcleish Collection (#5)

Craftsmen, Cairo, Egypt, Africa, 1936. Artist: Donald McLeish
Craftsmen, Cairo, Egypt, Africa, 1936. Age-old designs woven on modern cloth. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Berber horseman of the French Army, 1936. Artist: Donald McLeish
Berber horseman of the French Army, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Arab boy and goat, Middle East, 1936. Artist: Donald McLeish
Arab boy and goat, Middle East, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Yemeni orthodox Jew, 1914 (1936). Artist: Donald McLeish
Yemeni orthodox Jew, 1914 (1936). From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Christian woman in a wedding dress, Palestine, 1936. Artist: Donald McLeish
Christian woman in a wedding dress, Palestine, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Swiss Guards, Vatican City, Rome, 1936. Artist: Donald McLeish
Swiss Guards, Vatican City, Rome, 1936. Papal guards in 15th century costume. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Woman weaving with straw on a hand loom, Fiesole, near Florence, Italy, 1936. Artist: Donald McLeish
Woman weaving with straw on a hand loom, Fiesole, near Florence, Italy, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Couple in traditional dress, Alsace-Lorraine, Rhine, 1936. Artist: Donald McLeish
Couple in traditional dress, Alsace-Lorraine, Rhine, 1936. Alsace-Lorraine has been part of both Germany and France. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler

Nun making lace, Bruges, Belgium, 1936. Artist: Donald McLeish
Nun making lace, Bruges, Belgium, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Children in traditional dress, Marken, Holland, 1936. Artist: Donald McLeish
Children in traditional dress, Marken, Holland, 1936. Boys and girls are dressed alike. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Dutch people wearing clogs, Marken, Holland, 1936. Artist: Donald McLeish
Dutch people wearing clogs, Marken, Holland, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Greengrocer bringing goods by boat, Marken, Holland, 1936. Artist: Donald McLeish
Greengrocer bringing goods by boat, Marken, Holland, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Traditional Dutch scene with windmill, Holland, 1936. Artist: Donald McLeish
Traditional Dutch scene with windmill, Holland, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Fish seller, Scotland, 1936. Artist: Donald McLeish
Fish seller, Scotland, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Children watching a Punch and Judy show in a London street, 1936. Artist: Donald McLeish
Children watching a Punch and Judy show in a London street, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Town crier, Cambridge, England, 1936. Artist: Donald McLeish
Town crier, Cambridge, England, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Swedish musician, 1936. Artist: Donald McLeish
Swedish musician, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Norwegian christening, 1936. Artist: Donald McLeish
Norwegian christening, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Workmen laying tar and asphalt in Cornhill, London, 1926-1927. Artist: McLeish
Workmen laying tar and asphalt in Cornhill, London, 1926-1927. Illustration from Wonderful London, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, Volume I, published by Amalgamated Press, (London, 1926-1927)

A shop front, Artillery Lane, off Bishopsgate, London, 1926-1927. Artist: McLeish
A shop front, Artillery Lane, off Bishopsgate, London, 1926-1927. From Wonderful London, volume II, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

British art nouveau hair pins in silver, gold and enamel.. By David Veazey, E.M. Hodgkinson, W. Hodgkinson and Annie McLeish

British art nouveau pendants, lockets and brooches.. By A.E. Arscott, E. May Brown, W. Hodgkinson, Annie McLeish, Kate Allen and Isabel McBean

Rangers 3 Aberdeen 0 22 / 11 / 03
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"McLeish: Capturing the Essence of London's Iconic Landmarks and Everyday Life" Step into the past with McLeish, a talented artist who beautifully depicted various aspects of London in the early 20th century. From the grandeur of Marylebone Town Hall to the serene greenery of Kew Gardens, McLeish's art transports us to a bygone era. In his painting "Londons River at Isleworth Ferry Looking Towards the Green Glades of Kew Gardens, " we can almost feel the gentle breeze as we gaze upon the picturesque view. The ferry crossing to London Apprentice inn in Isleworth, captured by McLeish in 1926-1927, evokes a sense of nostalgia for simpler times. Venturing beyond London's borders, it also explored Palestine, showcasing its architectural beauty through pieces like "Jezzar Pasha mosque. " His attention to detail is evident in every stroke, bringing these distant lands closer to our hearts. But it wasn't just grand landmarks that fascinated McLeish; he found beauty even in everyday scenes. In his depiction of a chimney sweep or Thames waterman on Bankside beach, he immortalized ordinary people and their trades. Londoners would recognize familiar places such as Putney Heath or Leicester Square School on Hogarths House site when viewing McLeish's works from 1926-1927. These paintings capture both urban life and natural landscapes that have shaped this vibrant city throughout history. McLeish didn't shy away from capturing moments infused with culture and spirituality either. In Cheyne Walk Gardens, Thomas Carlyle contemplates philosophy eternally while Third Church of Christ Scientist stands tall on Curzon Street—a testament to faith and architectural splendor. Lastly, we glimpse into Queen Victoria Street near an historic site where The Times offices once stood—an homage to journalism's significance within society during those years.