Spotprent op Schaepman, 1888 1888

"Spotprent op Schaepman" is a satirical cartoon by Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans from 1888. The artwork depicts a caricature of Dutch politician Abraham Kuyper, who is shown as a fox preaching to a group of farmers. Crans's style is characterized by sharp lines and exaggerated features, creating a humorous and critical perspective on the subject. This print likely reflects the political tensions of the time, highlighting the disagreements between Kuyper's conservative religious movement and other political factions. The image and text combine to create a powerful statement about the relationship between religion and politics in late 19th century Netherlands.