Spotprent op de ultramontaanse protesten tegen de viering van Heiligerlee, 1868 1867

This 1867 satirical cartoon by Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans, titled "Spotprent op de ultramontaanse protesten tegen de viering van Heiligerlee", depicts a satirical scene of Ultramontane Catholics shooting at a target with the face of a man labeled "Nijkerk" on it. The target is surrounded by the words "De Oranje Academie", alluding to the Dutch Orange family. The cartoon was likely created to criticize the Ultramontane opposition to the celebration of the Battle of Heiligerlee, which had taken place in 1568 and was seen as a symbol of Dutch independence. The cartoon exemplifies the use of caricature in political satire, employing humor and exaggeration to express a viewpoint. This print, measuring 215 mm by 275 mm, is a powerful example of the Dutch artist's satirical skills, making it a valuable piece for those studying 19th-century Dutch political cartoons.