Schetsboek met 12 bladen 1928

This is Carel Adolph Lion Cachet's sketchbook, created in 1928, and now held at the Rijksmuseum. Cachet lived through a time of great social upheaval and change. His art often reflects his personal experiences and beliefs about identity and society. Think about how the simple act of compiling a sketchbook can be a powerful form of self-expression. What does it mean to document one's thoughts, ideas, and observations in this way? How does this process shape our understanding of ourselves and the world around us? Cachet once said, "Art is not just about technique; it's about feeling, about expressing the soul." As you consider this sketchbook, reflect on the emotional and personal dimensions of art. How does Cachet's work invite us to connect with our own feelings and experiences? The sketchbook, in its simplicity, becomes a mirror reflecting both the artist and ourselves.