Nar met vaandel op een ezel 1787 - 1790

This anonymous etching, *Nar met vaandel op een ezel*, is a satirical piece from the late 18th century. It depicts a man in a tall hat, riding a donkey and carrying a flag with a coat of arms, likely a symbol of power. The inscription beneath the image is in Dutch and French and refers to a "cowardly tyrant" who is "doomed to fail." The artwork is a commentary on political events, using humor to critique those in power, a common theme in satirical prints of the period. This satirical print is a fascinating glimpse into the political and social climate of the late 18th century and is a testament to the power of art to comment on current events.