De Notenkraker, 26 januari 1907 / De Zedelijke Gemeenschap Possibly 1907

"De Notenkraker" is a satirical illustration by Albert (I) Hahn, published in the Dutch magazine "De Notenkraker" in 1907. The cartoon depicts two soldiers guarding an archway labeled "De Zedelijke Gemeenschap" (The Moral Community), behind which a large crowd can be seen. The inscription beneath the arch reads "Zondagsbankje ten behoeve van Socialisten, etc." (Sunday bench for the benefit of Socialists, etc.), highlighting the political and social commentary embedded within the artwork. Hahn's use of caricature and symbolism creates a humorous yet thought-provoking piece that reflects the societal anxieties of the time.