Ontwerp voor een compotelepel c. 1874 - 1932

This is Mathieu Lauweriks' design for a compote spoon, rendered with pencil on paper. It's not just a blueprint; it's a moment of creative problem-solving, laid bare. I’m drawn to the raw, almost scientific approach – the careful lines, measurements, and annotations. But it's the imperfect edges and visible process that give it life. Notice how the spoon's bowl is softly shaded, giving it depth? It's a tactile invitation, hinting at the cool smoothness of metal, the gentle curve designed to fit just so in your hand. This isn't just about function; it's about an intimate connection between maker, object, and user. The ghost-like second spoon hovering above is almost like a pentimento, a trace of an idea being worked through, an echo of the artist’s process. Think of Josef Hoffmann’s metalwork, or perhaps even some of the Bauhaus metal workshops – there’s a similar emphasis on clean lines and functionality that transcends mere utility. To me, this drawing says that even the simplest object can be a site of quiet contemplation.