Le mensonge puni / leugentaal gestraft 1833 - 1911

This 19th-century broadside, titled "Le mensonge puni / Leugentaal gestraft", created by Brepols & Dierckx zoon, illustrates the consequences of lying. The print features a series of nine panels depicting various scenarios where lying leads to punishment or misfortune, often with a humorous touch. The colorful imagery and simple narratives would have been easily understood by a young audience, making it a popular form of moralistic teaching in the 19th century. The artwork, now held in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the cultural values and educational methods of the past.