Nette heer overvalt arme reiziger met een pistool before 1840

"Nette heer overvalt arme reiziger met een pistool" (1840) is a print by François Courtin that depicts a wealthy, well-dressed man pointing a pistol at a poor traveler in a wooded setting. The graphic detail of the scene, the contrast between the two figures' attire, and the tense atmosphere conveyed through their body language create a powerful visual narrative that underscores the inequalities of the 19th century. The print's title and inscription, "I know it is forbidden...but it is unfortunately so that I allow myself the pleasure of...," further emphasizes the power dynamics at play. This work exemplifies the satirical and social commentary often found in 19th-century printmaking.