Spotprent op de Franse verliezen bij Kaap la Hogue, 1692 1692

This satirical broadside, created by an anonymous artist in 1692, depicts the defeat of the French fleet at the Battle of La Hogue. The image shows a triumphant Dutch soldier standing over a defeated French soldier, while a battle scene unfolds in the background. The Dutch soldier is pointing at the fleeing French ships, with the word “canaille” (“rabble”) written on the ground, expressing contempt for the French. This image was a popular form of propaganda during the Dutch Golden Age, reflecting the strong rivalry between the Dutch and the French. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the political and cultural tensions of the time.