Ontwerp voor de firma B.H. Manus c. 1905 - 1910

Carel Adolph Lion Cachet created this design for the firm B.H. Manus in graphite. Note the heraldic lions flanking what appears to be an escutcheon. Lions in heraldry symbolize courage, nobility, royalty, strength, and valor. These noble beasts often appear on family crests and royal emblems across Europe. Consider the Lion Gate at Mycenae, dating back to the 13th century BC, where two lions guard a central pillar. This motif wasn't merely decorative, it was a potent symbol of power and protection. The symbol speaks to our deepest psychological needs for safety and status. The enduring presence of the lion in art, from ancient Greece to this modern design, reveals a collective cultural memory. The lion reminds us of our primal connection to the animal kingdom, as well as our aspirations to embody its most admired traits. We see the lion's image resurrected in various forms, each time slightly altered by the cultural currents of its age.