Vier mannen gooien boeken van een balustrade c. 1855 - 1863

"Vier mannen gooien boeken van een balustrade" (c. 1855-1863) by Hendrik Wilhelmus Last is a satirical print depicting a chaotic scene of people throwing books. The scene takes place in a theater-like setting, with a stage and a curtain. The print satirizes the popularity of light-hearted literature, likely referencing a specific work or event that would have been familiar to the Dutch audience. Last's humorous approach to the subject matter reflects a common artistic trend of the time. The print, measuring 175 mm in height and 216 mm in width, is now in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.