Ontwerp voor een zilveren tafelstuk in de vorm van een schelp 1874 - 1932

"Ontwerp voor een zilveren tafelstuk in de vorm van een schelp" (Design for a Silver Tablepiece in the Shape of a Shell), a design drawing by Dutch architect and designer Mathieu Lauweriks, depicts a silver centerpiece in the form of a nautilus shell. Created between 1874 and 1932, this detailed drawing is a testament to Lauweriks' mastery of geometric forms. The precise lines and meticulous rendering of the shell's spiral structure showcase the artist's interest in the application of mathematics to design, a hallmark of the Art Nouveau movement. Lauweriks' use of a grid system further reinforces the emphasis on order and precision characteristic of his work. The design serves as a valuable document into Lauweriks' creative process, demonstrating the artist's attention to detail and his ability to seamlessly integrate natural forms into functional objects.