Lief en leed van 't kleine volkje 1874

"Lief en leed van 't kleine volkje" is a series of illustrations from 1874 by De Ruyter & Meijer that depicts scenes of childhood. Each scene, presented as a vignette, shows children engaged in everyday activities with accompanying Dutch captions that describe their experiences. The work, which could be categorized as a "Kinderlied" or children's song, provides a glimpse into the simple joys and sorrows of childhood in the 19th century. The illustrations, which are executed with a fine level of detail, offer a charming representation of children playing, interacting, and experiencing both the innocence and tribulations of youth.