Sarcastisch monument voor keizer Wilhelm I, 1888 1888

This satirical print, created anonymously in 1888, depicts Kaiser Wilhelm I as a monument. It's a scathing critique of the German leader, portraying him as a figure of death and destruction. The image features a skeletal figure of Wilhelm I standing on a platform adorned with skulls and surrounded by crosses. The grim imagery symbolizes the suffering caused by Wilhelm's reign. The print is a powerful example of political satire, challenging the authority of the Kaiser and the perceived horrors of his rule. This print, a rare and thought-provoking piece of historical art, offers a glimpse into the political climate of the time and the anxieties of those living under Wilhelm I's rule.