Spotprent op de militiewet, 1861 1861

"Spotprent op de militiewet, 1861" (1861) is a satirical political cartoon by Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans (1830-1907) depicting a military recruitment process. The caricature portrays a line of men being measured for military service, suggesting that the Dutch militia law of 1861 was biased toward recruiting short men. The artwork, originally published in a satirical magazine, provides a humorous critique of the Dutch government's policies, highlighting the absurdity of the recruitment system. The drawing is characterized by its simple lines and clear symbolism, making it easily accessible and impactful.