Portret van Theodora de Verdion voor de etalage van een boekhandel c. 1790 - 1795

This anonymous satirical engraving, titled "Portret van Theodora de Verdion voor de etalage van een boekhandel," depicts a caricature of a Dutch bookseller. Created sometime between 1790-1795, the work highlights the satirical nature of art during the late 18th century, using humor to depict social commentary. The bookseller is portrayed as a pompous figure with a large hat and a cane, standing outside his shop with a sign that reads "Wonderful Magazine." The engraving's small size, measuring 169mm by 127mm, further emphasizes the intimate and focused nature of the satirical message.