Doctor Spiritus en de maan c. 1843 - 1920

"Doctor Spiritus en de maan" (Doctor Spiritus and the Moon), created circa 1843-1920, is a satirical print by Dutch artist Oswald Adalbert Sickert (1828-1885). The print is a humorous depiction of a man named Doctor Spiritus who is obsessed with the moon. The artwork features a series of vignettes that show Doctor Spiritus in various comical situations involving the moon, including being chased by it, riding on it, and even sleeping with it. This humorous portrayal of the moon's influence, found in the Rijksmuseum collection, offers a satirical look at the moon's perceived power and fascination.