Spotprent met een ooievaar, 1886 1886

Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans's 1886 satirical illustration, "Spotprent met een ooievaar", uses caricature and humor to express a political commentary. The artwork depicts a stork, a symbol of luck and fortune, standing stoic in a somber environment. The presence of a jar labeled "sugar" suggests a critique of the political situation of the time, perhaps highlighting a perceived lack of progress or sweetness. The image's detailed pen and ink style creates a sharp contrast between the subject's seemingly thoughtful expression and the ironic setting, leaving a lasting impression on the viewer.