Napoleon stuurt Lodewijk Napoleon als koning in de vorm van een ooievaar naar Holland, 1806 Possibly 1806

This satirical print, "Napoleon stuurt Lodewijk Napoleon als koning in de vorm van een ooievaar naar Holland, 1806," by Samuel Knight, depicts Napoleon Bonaparte sending his brother, Louis Bonaparte, to become the King of Holland. In a humorous and exaggerated portrayal, Napoleon sits astride a stork, which carries the crown-wearing Louis towards four kneeling Dutch figures representing the people of Holland. The image mocks the idea of Napoleon’s power and influence, using an animal metaphor to highlight his authority. Created possibly in 1806, the print is a significant example of political satire, showcasing the artist’s critical view on the Napoleonic era.