Kindren! zo gy met elkander, over deeze beeldjens praat, / Zult gy zeker wel iet leeren, dat myn werk niet vruchtloos laat 1806 - 1830

This undated print by Johan Noman presents a series of images depicting various trades and professions in the Netherlands. It encourages children to learn about different occupations through visual representation, reflecting the cultural values and economic activities of the time. The print utilizes visual codes and cultural references to convey the importance of labor and skill. The composition, featuring a grid-like arrangement of individual scenes, mirrors the structure of early educational materials and moralizing emblems. The scenes are accompanied by verses which may be used in teaching the youth about social hierarchies. The work reflects the social structures of its time, emphasizing the value of hard work and craftsmanship in Dutch society. It may also be viewed as progressive, given its focus on the common worker. To fully understand this print, researchers might explore archives of similar prints, educational materials, and economic records from the Dutch Golden Age. By placing art within its social and institutional context, we gain insight into its meaning and significance as a cultural artifact.