Ontwerp voor een wandbetimmering c. 1928

Here we see Carel Adolph Lion Cachet’s ‘Ontwerp voor een wandbetimmering’, a design sketch made with graphite on paper. The drawing is dominated by an array of lines, a structured approach that gives insight into the artistic planning and design process. The visual language employs simple geometric forms that articulate depth and dimension through varied line weights and proportional relationships. The composition's structure reflects a tension between functionality and artistry, typical of design sketches from this period. By combining formal drafting techniques with handwritten annotations, Cachet reveals the conceptual architecture behind ornamental design, transforming conventional forms into tangible structures of thought. The sketch thus becomes more than just a plan; it embodies an ideology where design is conceived as a synthesis of aesthetics and practical considerations. The drawing encourages us to appreciate how conceptual frameworks underpin material creation.