Spotprent over middelbaar onderwijs voor meisjes, 1871 1871

"Spotprent over middelbaar onderwijs voor meisjes, 1871" is a satirical illustration by Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans, created in 1871. The artwork depicts a group of young women surrounding a man in a suit, all seemingly vying for his attention. The scene is likely a caricature of the social dynamics surrounding the advancement of secondary education for women. Crans' use of exaggerated features and poses highlights the artist's keen eye for social commentary, which was a popular theme in 19th-century Dutch art. The print is a valuable resource for understanding the changing societal roles of women in the latter half of the 19th century.