Ontwerpen voor hanglampen c. 1905 - 1906

Carel Adolph Lion Cachet made these designs for hanging lamps with pencil on paper. The lines are so delicate here, almost tentative, like he's feeling his way through the dark. It's like those moments in the studio where you're not quite sure what you're doing, but you keep going anyway, letting the process lead you. I love how the sketches capture the essence of light, even though they're just lines on paper. You can almost see the glow emanating from these imaginary lamps. Notice how the lines converge and diverge, creating a sense of depth and volume? It reminds me of Giacometti's drawings, where the space around the object is just as important as the object itself. These designs feel like a conversation between the artist and the paper, a dance of ideas and possibilities. It's a reminder that art is not just about the finished product, but also about the journey of creation.