Spotprent op de verhoging van de belasting op jenever en suiker, 1863 1863

"Spotprent op de verhoging van de belasting op jenever en suiker," created in 1863 by Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans, is a satirical cartoon that comments on the Dutch government's decision to increase taxes on jenever (gin) and sugar. The artwork depicts two men sitting at a table in a pub, discussing the news of the tax hike. The artist's use of simple lines and subtle details creates a humorous and relatable scene, highlighting the impact of government policies on ordinary people. The cartoon's subject matter and style reflect the growing social commentary of the time.