Spotprent op de afschaffing van belasting op brandstoffen, 1864 1864

Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans's 1864 "Spotprent op de afschaffing van belasting op brandstoffen" is a satirical cartoon that depicts two men discussing the abolishment of fuel taxes. The drawing, rendered in pencil and measuring 275 mm by 215 mm, uses a simple, yet effective style to communicate its message. It is a political commentary that reflects the social and economic anxieties surrounding taxation in the 19th century. This particular artwork is an excellent example of the satirical print movement, a popular form of artistic expression during this period.