Verklaring van de spotprent op het vertrek van de hertog van Brunswijk uit Nederland, 1784 1784

This satirical print, titled "Verklaring der Kunstprent, Gettytelt: De Afgedankte Pedagogoog, door Cato Batavus" (Explanation of the Artwork, Entitled: The Dismissed Teacher, by Cato Batavus), was created in 1784 by an anonymous artist and is housed in the Rijksmuseum. The print is a commentary on the departure of Duke Charles William Ferdinand of Brunswick from the Netherlands, using a political cartoon format to express the artist's critical view of the situation. The text describes a scene with a satirical depiction of the Duke, and the print offers an explanation of the artwork, further enhancing its satirical nature. This piece provides a glimpse into the political landscape and social commentary of the Netherlands in the late 18th century.