Patrijspoort c. 1906

"Patrijspoort," a c. 1906 sketch by Carel Adolph Lion Cachet, is a preliminary design for a circular gate. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is rendered in pencil on paper and features a detailed representation of the gate's structure. The drawing utilizes a grid system for its composition, with the gate design placed in the center of the page. This early sketch offers a glimpse into Cachet's architectural design process, highlighting his meticulous approach to planning and his commitment to capturing the intricacies of the envisioned structure.