Spotprent 1878

"Spotprent" (1878) is a satirical cartoon by Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans, depicting two men in oversized hats. The drawing, done in pen and ink, uses caricature to criticize the "Wetontwerp op het Lager Onderwijs" (Draft Bill on Elementary Education) and the political climate of the time. It is a prime example of political satire and editorial cartoons, genres popular in the late 19th century. The artwork is a small-scale piece measuring 275 mm x 215 mm. It uses humor to address serious social issues, allowing for a deeper reflection on the political landscape of the time.