In deze prent, ô jonge lien / Kunt gij veel fraaije zaken zien, / En dat dezelve u gewijd, / Verstrekken mag tot leerzaamheid 1828 - 1853

This undated print, made by Broese & Comp., uses etching to present a series of images intended to educate young viewers. The inscription, in Dutch, emphasizes its didactic purpose, promising "instruction" through visual engagement. Prints like this reflect a broader cultural moment where education was increasingly seen as vital for shaping young minds, instilling moral values, and preparing individuals for their roles in society. The choice of objects—from everyday items like baskets and barrels to symbols of learning and religion such as books—speaks to the values the instructors tried to impart on the children. Consider the emotional experience of a child encountering these images for the first time; this would be their introduction to a world of knowledge that would shape their identity and understanding of society. "In deze prent, ô jonge lien / Kunt gij veel fraaije zaken zien" the inscription reads, inviting them to look, learn, and internalize the lessons embedded within each object. Broese & Comp. invites viewers to use the domestic sphere and everyday objects as a foundation of knowledge and discovery.