Spotprent over de gouverneurs-generaal in spe, 1884 1884

Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans’s *Spotprent over de gouverneurs-generaal in spe, 1884* is a satirical cartoon depicting a group of men seated around a table, seemingly enjoying a cake that reads “INSUIJNDE.” The image is a political commentary on the Dutch East Indies and the practice of appointing governors-general. The work likely mocks the colonial regime, its leaders, and the perceived corruption within the system. The image's title and caption allude to the event of the Three Kings' Day, creating a poignant juxtaposition with the subject matter. The work is a testament to the power of satire in critiquing societal structures and policies.