Spotprent op Lodewijk XIV en de dauphin, 1689 1689 - 1690

Jacob Gole's satirical print, "Spotprent op Lodewijk XIV en de dauphin, 1689," is a biting critique of Louis XIV and his heir, the Dauphin, portraying them as frogs riding a cart pulled by other frogs. Created in 1689-1690, the print mocks the perceived weakness and absurdity of the French monarchy, highlighting their military failures and political struggles. Gole's detailed depiction of the figures and their exaggerated features adds to the satirical effect. This print, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the power of visual satire and its ability to provoke societal commentary.