Verboden toegang 1876 - 1890

"Verboden Toegang" (Forbidden Access) is a series of nine illustrated vignettes by Felix Lacaille from the late 19th century. Each circular image depicts a scene of two young children playing with a black horse. Lacaille's signature style is evident in the cheerful colors and lighthearted narrative, capturing the innocence and playful nature of childhood. The Dutch text below each image provides a humorous commentary on the children's interactions with the horse, highlighting the dangers of their game. This charming and evocative artwork is a window into the world of 19th-century childhood and the playful, yet potentially perilous, adventures of children.