Schetsboek met 29 bladen c. 1897 - 1898

This sketchbook was created by Carel Adolph Lion Cachet, though we don't know exactly when. The materials here are simple: paper, board, and glue, likely produced on a large scale. But this is not just any notebook. It is a place where an artist works through ideas, playing with colors, forms and compositions. This sketchbook is itself an artifact, and an idea bank that we have access to, offering an intimate glimpse into Cachet's creative process. We can imagine the artist carrying it around, making quick sketches, and jotting down notes, capturing fleeting moments of inspiration. Sketchbooks like this one have often been overlooked in favor of more finished works, like paintings or sculptures. But in reality, they are equally valuable, as they reveal the artist's thinking, process and working methods. By considering the materials and the act of making, we gain a deeper understanding of this object and its significance, challenging the traditional distinctions between fine art and craft.