Spotprent op de onwillige rol van John Bull in de Belgische Revolutie, 1832 Possibly 1832

This satirical print, “Spotprent op de onwillige rol van John Bull in de Belgische Revolutie, 1832” (meaning “Caricature on the unwilling role of John Bull in the Belgian Revolution, 1832”), is a caricature depicting the British role in the Belgian Revolution. The print humorously portrays the reluctant role of Britain, represented by John Bull, in the conflict between the Netherlands and Belgium. It was likely created in 1832 and is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The print's caricature style, combined with its political commentary, makes it an important document of the historical and artistic developments of the 19th century.