Spotprent op de Hollandse kuiperijen tegen de Engelsen, 1652 1652

This satirical print from 1652, created by an anonymous artist, depicts a Dutch cooper, represented by a lion, working on a barrel while an English sailor attempts to help. The scene, accompanied by a lengthy poem, satirizes the Dutch-English conflict of 1652. The image and the text are meant to be a comical commentary on the conflict, emphasizing the perceived incompetence of the English in comparison to the Dutch. This print, a prime example of Dutch satirical art, offers a glimpse into the political climate of the period.