Spotprent op de verschillende politieke programma's, 1864 1864

"Spotprent op de verschillende politieke programma's" (1864) is a political cartoon by Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans, which satirizes the political landscape of the Netherlands in 1864. The engraving depicts a group of men, likely politicians, marching in line, seemingly under the control of a military figure in the foreground. This playful but critical commentary on the political system was likely a popular satirical piece in the Netherlands. The artwork’s sharp lines and bold strokes heighten the satirical impact, offering a glimpse into the political climate of the time.