Blad met spotverzen op de portretten van Rijklof Michael van Goes en Petrus Hofstede, 1782 1782

This 1782 broadside, held in the Rijksmuseum, contains a four-line poem in Dutch, likely satirical in nature, dedicated to Rijklof Michael van Goens, a prominent Dutch figure of the time. The anonymous author utilizes a direct and critical tone in the poem, highlighting Van Goens's alleged actions and attributes. This artwork serves as a historical document, reflecting the political and social climate of 18th-century Netherlands, offering a glimpse into the public perception of prominent figures through satirical poetry.