Zittend meisje achter schoolbank 1874 - 1945

Carel Adolph Lion Cachet made this watercolor drawing called 'Sitting Girl Behind School Bench'. Although undated, we might consider it in relation to Cachet's broader oeuvre as a designer and artist involved with the Arts and Crafts movement. The drawing shows a classroom scene in muted tones, where a young girl sits rigidly at her desk, gazing intently to the right. The muted palette evokes the solemnity of the school environment, but also seems to capture a deeply felt personal experience. The girl's posture and gaze could reflect the restrictive gender norms of the time, particularly around female education and behavior. Is she daydreaming, quietly rebellious, or simply trying to meet expectations? It's a moving reflection on childhood, gender, and the structures that shape individual experiences.