Meubelontwerp c. 1905 - 1910

This is Carel Adolph Lion Cachet's "Meubelontwerp," a furniture design, sketched in pencil and held in the Rijksmuseum. The sketch presents us with the skeletal outline of a piece, perhaps a cabinet or a sideboard, defined by clean lines and precise angles. Cachet meticulously renders structural elements and ornamental flourishes. Note the interplay of straight edges and sinuous curves that define the furniture's form. The subtle details, from the knobs to the hinges, suggest a comprehensive understanding of both the aesthetic and functional requirements of furniture design. The deliberate restraint in detail invites us to contemplate the underlying structure and composition. The pencil lines act as a semiotic system, conveying not only form but also the potential for volume, texture, and material richness. Through this design, Cachet challenges the conventional boundaries between art and utility. The work stands as a testament to the harmonious fusion of form and function.