Het nieuw Arlequin spel / Le nouveau jeu d'Arlequin 1856 - 1900

This 19th-century Dutch or Belgian print titled "Het nieuw Arlequin spel / Le nouveau jeu d'Arlequin" features a playful depiction of Harlequin, a character popular in Commedia dell'arte. The colorful print likely functioned as a game board or instruction sheet, inviting players to engage with the vibrant imagery and numbered circles surrounding the iconic figure. The vibrant, blocky colors and the use of simplified lines suggest a style common in popular prints of the period. "Het nieuw Arlequin spel" is a unique window into the world of games and entertainment in the late 19th century.