Spotprent op de watersnoodloterij, 1861 1861

"Spotprent op de watersnoodloterij" is a satirical lithograph by Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans from 1861. The artwork depicts a group of people gathered around a large painting, which is being held aloft by a man in a window above them. The scene satirizes the lottery that was held to raise funds for the victims of the 1861 North Sea flood in the Netherlands. Crans's work is known for its sharp wit and social commentary. This particular piece uses humor to highlight the often-unfair nature of lotteries and the desperation of those who rely on them. The lithograph's small size, measuring 275 mm by 215 mm, further emphasizes its satirical nature.