Koning Lodewijk XVIII en het Congres van Verona, 1822 Possibly 1823

This satirical hand-colored print by J. Lewis Marks depicts King Louis XVIII of France and the Holy Alliance, including Alexander I of Russia and Francis I of Austria, on a "Legitimate Crusade." Created in 1823, the artwork humorously critiques the Congress of Verona, where the alliance discussed quelling revolutionary movements in Europe. The print's visual elements, including the oversized crutch supporting Francis I, symbolize the alliance's ineffective efforts, while the direction sign points towards "La Venue" (the arrival) of revolution. The image, a crucial piece of historical commentary, highlights the political tension and satirical discourse surrounding the Congress of Verona.