Vierkant met een lijnmotief c. 1905

Carel Adolph Lion Cachet created this sketch, titled Vierkant met een lijnmotief, using graphite on paper. Cachet's choice of a simple pencil sketch, rather than a more elaborate medium, speaks volumes about his artistic process. The linear motif within the square suggests an interest in pattern and structure, perhaps inspired by textiles or architectural details. The loose, freehand quality of the drawing reveals the artist's hand and his direct engagement with the material. The lines are not perfectly straight, giving the impression of a study of industrial design and production, but it’s more likely a casual and unplanned experiment. The presence of text also suggests this artwork to be an informal study of materials and processes. This work challenges the conventional hierarchy between fine art and craft, by elevating the status of a seemingly simple sketch. It encourages us to appreciate the beauty and complexity that can be found in everyday materials and processes.