Spotprent op de verkiezingen, 1888 1888

"Spotprent op de verkiezingen" (1888) by Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans is a satirical cartoon depicting a Japanese figure with a sword and a fan. The figure, likely representing the Japanese emperor, is surrounded by Japanese-inspired imagery, highlighting the political climate of the time. Crans uses the caricature to comment on the Dutch elections of 1888, drawing comparisons between the political landscape and Japanese culture. The artwork, through its visual humor and political commentary, serves as a valuable historical artifact, providing insights into late 19th-century Dutch politics and societal attitudes.