Politieke spotprent over de noodzaak tot herziening van de grondwet, 1883 1883

This 1883 political cartoon by Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans depicts a woman, likely representing the Dutch Constitution, overwhelmed by various laws and regulations, including "Spandaar tegen militaire" (expenses against the military) and "Eigen waterlaw wet" (own water law). The caption reads "I am too burdened and loaded, I am not more of this time, and take a cure for rejuvenation" highlighting the need for a constitutional revision. This satirical artwork, measuring 275 mm x 215 mm, emphasizes the need for a change in the outdated laws of the time.