Armchair 1935 - 1942

Ferdinand Cartier made this drawing of an armchair, using what looks like watercolour and graphite. I love how the object has been carefully rendered, as if the artist is trying to capture every detail, line, and curve, thinking about the object's physical presence. It's like Cartier is thinking through the medium, examining the composition and spatial relationships, translating three dimensions onto a two-dimensional surface. The gentle colour palette, and the precision of the lines create a sense of order and balance. I can see the artist’s hand in the application of the delicate brushstrokes. This artwork is more than just a depiction of a chair: it’s a meditation on form, function, and beauty. It reminds me that artists are constantly responding to and reinterpreting the world around them. We are always looking, learning, and drawing inspiration from each other.