Spotprent met minister Van Mulken, 1870 1870

This satirical cartoon by Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans, created in 1870, depicts a humorous scene of Dutch politician Van Mulken, a minister, being overwhelmed by political inquiries. The image is a caricature, highlighting the pressure and scrutiny of government officials through exaggerated features and poses. Van Mulken sits on a chair with "Buitenland Zaken" (Foreign Affairs) and "Oorlog" (War) inscribed on the armrests, reflecting his ministerial duties. The three figures surrounding him are in a playful pose, their actions suggesting they are "interrogating" the minister. This visual satire, known as a spotprent, was a popular art form in the Netherlands, often used to criticize political figures and events.