Enkele ontwerpen 1874 - 1945

Carel Adolph Lion Cachet created these designs with pen and watercolor. Note the recurrence of geometric patterns that tap into a wellspring of cultural memory. The meander, or Greek key, motif is immediately apparent. Consider its presence on ancient Greek pottery, symbolizing the infinite or the eternal flow of life. This same pattern echoes in Roman mosaics and even finds resonance in the geometric designs of pre-Columbian art. The stylized plant forms also speak volumes. Such motifs, abstracted from nature, have served as symbols of fertility, growth, and the cyclical nature of life. Think of the Tree of Life, a symbol that appears across diverse cultures, representing the interconnectedness of all things. The emotional power of these images lies in their capacity to engage viewers on a deep, subconscious level, stirring feelings of connection to the past. These symbols remind us that history is not linear but cyclical. They resurface, evolve, and take on new meanings in different historical contexts.