Architectuurstudie 1905 - 1906

Carel Adolph Lion Cachet made this architectural study with graphite, and I love how immediate it feels. There’s this sense of searching, of trying to capture a fleeting impression. The lines are tentative, almost like he's feeling his way around the form. Look at the texture of the paper – you can almost feel the tooth of it. The graphite sits right on the surface, creating a subtle shimmer, and the varying pressure of the pencil creates a range of tones, from delicate grays to darker, more assertive marks. The little angled strokes at the top left are so full of potential, like an idea that’s just beginning to take shape. This reminds me a little of Agnes Martin's quiet, meditative drawings. Both artists share a similar sensitivity to line and a willingness to embrace imperfection and ambiguity. It’s a reminder that art is a conversation, and that each work builds on what came before, while also opening up new possibilities for what comes next.