luchtballon, steenkolenmijn, brand en duikerklok 1850

"luchballon, steenkolenmijn, brand en duikerklok" (1850) by Jan Schuitemaker is a series of four illustrations that depict various scenes from daily life in the 19th century. Each image is accompanied by a poem that explains the scene and reinforces moral lessons. The illustrations, which depict a hot air balloon, a coal mine, a fire, and a diving bell, capture the imagination and offer viewers a glimpse into the past. These educational prints were likely targeted toward children and used as tools to engage and instruct young minds.