Brabantse leeuw valt keizer Jozef II aan 1787 - 1790

This satirical print from the late 18th century, titled "Brabantse leeuw valt keizer Jozef II aan" ("Brabantian Lion Attacks Emperor Joseph II"), depicts a lion, symbolizing the Brabant region, mauling the Austrian Emperor Joseph II. The image is a powerful commentary on the rebellion against Austrian rule in the Dutch Republic. It was likely created anonymously, possibly as propaganda, and reflects the historical context of the Brabant Revolution, highlighting the region's resistance to imperial authority.