Schoolkinderen in de klas 1874 - 1945

"Schoolkinderen in de klas" (Schoolchildren in the Classroom) is a watercolor painting by Dutch artist Carel Adolph Lion Cachet, created between 1874 and 1945. This intimate artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures a fleeting moment in a schoolroom. The painting's composition, characterized by its focus on the backs of children, suggests a sense of quiet observation, emphasizing the mundane yet poignant experience of childhood education. Cachet's use of muted colors and gestural brushstrokes adds a layer of intimacy to the scene, making it a powerful representation of everyday life.