Tyl Uilenspiegel, in zyn leven, / Heeft veelsnakery bedreven (...) 1835 - 1837

This woodblock print, *Tyl Uilenspiegel, in zyn leven, / Heeft veelsnakery bedreven* by Johannes Egbertus van Lieshout depicts the famous Dutch trickster, Tyl Uilenspiegel, through a series of 20 humorous vignettes. The work, dated 1835-1837, is a visual narrative, similar to a comic strip, showcasing Tyl Uilenspiegel's exploits in a variety of settings and situations. The woodcut style, with its bold black lines and areas of light and dark, emphasizes the action and humor of the scenes. This print was likely intended for a popular audience, entertaining them with Tyl Uilenspiegel's mischievous antics. The work is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.