Spotprent op Louis de Potter, 1828-1830 1828 - 1830

"Spotprent op Louis de Potter" is a satirical cartoon by J. de Boer, created between 1828 and 1830. The black and white drawing depicts a humorous scene with monkeys and a cat, who represent different political figures of the time. The use of animals to represent real people was a common technique in 19th-century political cartoons. The title "Spotprent op Louis de Potter" indicates that the artwork is a caricature of Louis de Potter, a prominent Belgian politician. The inscription below the image, which reads "So doen de spen: sy gebruyken de katten om de kaestarjes uit het vuur te hacten," suggests a criticism of De Potter's political strategies. The cartoon captures the spirit of political satire of the time, providing commentary on contemporary events and figures in a humorous and accessible way.