Ballon, ballon, schapo ballon! / Wie of het eerst die smaak verzon? / Die heden geen ballonhoed draagd, / Word als een dommen uit beklaagd 1791 - 1812

This is a satirical broadside from the late 18th or early 19th century created by Johannes Egbertus van Lieshout, depicting a series of vignettes about the Dutch obsession with balloon hats. The image shows scenes of daily life with a comical emphasis on the ubiquity and importance of the "balloon," highlighting the absurdities of fashion trends and societal pressure. This popular satirical genre, known as "broadside," aimed to entertain and critique social norms, making it accessible and relatable to the general audience.