De twee zakken 1876 - 1891

"De twee zakken" (The Two Bags) is a humorous cartoon by Victor A. Poirson created between 1876 and 1891. The artwork features nine panels that depict a man named Matthijs carrying a sack of goods through a series of comical situations, from struggling to get on a train to attempting to sell his wares in the market. The cartoon is a playful commentary on the daily struggles of a working man in 19th-century Dutch society, offering a glimpse into the humor and lightheartedness of everyday life. Poirson utilizes vibrant colors and expressive lines to bring Matthijs's misadventures to life.