Spotprent op de brand op een bal in Den Haag, 1863 1863

"Spotprent op de brand op een bal in Den Haag, 1863" is a lithograph by Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans, a Dutch artist known for his satirical and humorous works. Created in 1863, this print depicts a chaotic scene of a ball in The Hague engulfed in flames. The artwork provides a glimpse into the anxieties surrounding fire hazards in crowded gatherings during that era, contrasting the carefree revelry with the lurking danger. This caricature serves as a reminder of the fragility of life, highlighting the contrast between amusement and calamity.