Politieman en pastoor als marionetten 1875 - 1900

"Politieman en pastoor als marionetten" (Policeman and Priest as Puppets), created by Jan de Waardt between 1875 and 1900, is a satirical caricature drawing now housed at the Rijksmuseum. The work depicts a policeman and a priest as puppets dangling above a crowd of people, symbolizing their perceived control over society. The policeman is depicted holding a sword and a sign that reads "Wet" (Law), while the priest holds two masks, highlighting the duality of their roles. This drawing is a striking example of de Waardt's social commentary and his use of caricature to expose perceived hypocrisy and power dynamics.