Ontwerp voor een prijslijst van de Kolonie Bakkerij te Blaricum c. 1874 - 1945

This is a design for a bakery price list made in Blaricum, probably on paper, by Carel Adolph Lion Cachet. The artist uses a muted palette, focusing on subtle gradations of gray and white, which lends it a timeless, almost ghostly quality. It’s all about process here, isn’t it? Look at the way the letters are formed, almost like architectural elements. See how the careful construction of the arch contrasts with the handwritten element of the price list. There's a tension between the formal design and the mundane function. The surface is matte, and you can almost feel the texture of the paper, like a blackboard or maybe even a gravestone. The details, though delicate, are precise. Look at the flourishes around the word 'Blaricum,' the way the lines curve and intertwine, like vines or perhaps even the steam rising from freshly baked bread. This makes me think of the graphic work of someone like William Morris, where design is not just decoration but an integral part of daily life. Ultimately, this work reminds us that art can be found in the most unexpected places.