Spotprent met pijprokende mannen tussen buskruit en dynamiet before 1887

This 19th-century lithograph by Willem Steelink, titled "Spotprent met pijprokende mannen tussen buskruit en dynamiet," depicts a satirical scene of soldiers amidst a chaotic backdrop of cannons, gunpowder, and dynamite. The artist's use of caricature and exaggerated details creates a humorous commentary on the absurdity of war. The drawing's style is reminiscent of social realism, highlighting the stark realities of conflict through a satirical lens. Steelink was a Dutch artist known for his political cartoons, which often addressed the social and political issues of his time. This artwork, created before 1887, provides insight into the artist's satirical perspective on the military and the dangers of war.