Spotprent waarin Fransen van de Putte verzocht wordt om lid te worden, 1874 1874

This 1874 satirical caricature by Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans, titled "Spotprent waarin Fransen van de Putte verzocht wordt om lid te worden" (Cartoon in which Fransen van de Putte is asked to become a member), depicts a humorous scene with three figures in front of a church. The main figure is a man with a bald head, being persuaded to join a group, most likely a political party. The inscription "Te KAME" on the woman's dress suggests a reference to "The Chamber," a term for a political assembly, while the man's name "Damen" and the text below hint at a political debate. Crans was a Dutch artist known for his satirical drawings and cartoons, often using humor to comment on contemporary social and political issues. The image is a significant example of the artist's style and political commentary, showcasing his skill in capturing the absurdity of everyday situations.