Kopie naar een foto en ontwerpen voor wanddecoraties c. 1928

Carel Adolph Lion Cachet created this sketch without a known date, using graphite on paper. The composition is dominated by a series of architectural sketches and handwritten notes, which together create a visual field rich in texture and structure. The geometric forms of the architectural elements contrast with the fluid, cursive script, highlighting the interplay between design and annotation. Cachet's use of line is particularly striking. The careful application of line work defines the shapes while the texture of the paper contributes to the artwork’s intimate, informal quality. This approach to design captures a specific moment in time, and the juxtaposition of the sketches alongside the annotations, invites the viewer to consider the relationship between documentation and artistic expression. The use of handwritten notes hints at the artist's personal thoughts and reflections, turning the artwork into a semiotic system.