Slapende parochie 1745 - 1794

"Slapende Parochie" (The Sleepy Congregation) is a satirical engraving by Richard Purcell, a British artist known for his social commentary through his art. The work depicts a church service where the congregation and the preacher are all asleep, highlighting the boredom and apathy towards religious ceremonies during the 18th century. This humorous critique on social norms is a popular theme in satirical art and provides a glimpse into the societal attitudes of the time.