Gelyk men hier beschouwt is 't nieuwjaars-dag, voorzeker. / Maar 't is de meesten om de poen, / Met wenschen opgehaald, te doen; / En vult die ruim den zak, dan vult men bly den beker by J. Robyn

Gelyk men hier beschouwt is 't nieuwjaars-dag, voorzeker. / Maar 't is de meesten om de poen, / Met wenschen opgehaald, te doen; / En vult die ruim den zak, dan vult men bly den beker 1806 - 1830

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This satirical print, created by J. Robyn between 1806 and 1830, depicts a group of people on New Year's Day in the Netherlands. The print is part of a larger series of satirical prints that critique social customs and behaviors. The artist uses humor to comment on the importance of money and wealth during the New Year's festivities. The print's text, written in Dutch, mocks the practice of exchanging wishes and gifts for financial gain. The artwork, titled "Gelyk men hier beschouwt is 't nieuwjaars-dag, voorzeker.", is a satirical commentary on the materialistic nature of New Year's celebrations. It is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection and can be found in Amsterdam.

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