Spotprent op de kerstboom voor de Tweede Kamer, 1860 1860

"Spotprent op de kerstboom voor de Tweede Kamer" (1860) by Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans is a satirical cartoon depicting a Christmas tree decorated with symbols representing the political landscape of the Netherlands in 1860. The tree is adorned with figures like "N. Brabants," "Kanalizatie," and "S'Gravenhage," suggesting a critique of contemporary Dutch politics and social issues through a humorous and symbolic approach. The artwork's title and the figures on the tree provide insight into the social and political context of 19th-century Netherlands, making it a valuable piece for studying Dutch history and the satirical art of the period.