Ornamenten c. 1900

Carel Adolph Lion Cachet made this pencil drawing, Ornamenten. It is an exploration of symmetrical forms with careful detail, showing both Cachet's artistry and mathematical mindset. The drawings show a range of techniques and tools, from simple lines and geometric shapes to more complex ornamental motifs. The use of pencil as a medium also gives the work a delicate and precise feel, highlighting Cachet's attention to detail. The composition is full of repeated patterns and rhythmic arrangements, all of which speak to the decorative arts and design. Ornamentation serves a function in architecture, furniture, and other utilitarian objects, reflecting the artist's background in the applied arts. It shows his deep understanding of decorative patterns and the history of design. Here, the drawing’s real importance lies in its process. It asks us to reconsider the value of preliminary work and the labor involved in creating art, and how materials and making play an important role in understanding Cachet's artistic vision.