Man in militair kostuum 1874 - 1945

Carel Adolph Lion Cachet sketched this 'Man in Military Costume' with graphite on paper. The buttons of the military garment speak to the structured and hierarchical nature of the military. Consider the evolution of button designs found on military uniforms through the ages: from simple fasteners to ornate emblems of power. We see the echoes of ancient Roman armor, where decorative studs not only protected but also signaled status. Think too of ceremonial garb in ancient cultures, where adornments were carefully arranged to impress and establish authority. This sketch carries with it the weight of centuries of martial tradition, each stroke of graphite resonating with echoes of past conflicts and the human desire to impose order. These visual symbols transcend epochs, revealing a collective memory ingrained in our subconscious.