Spotprent op de verschillende soorten courantlezers, 1870 1870

This humorous caricature, "Spotprent op de verschillende soorten courantlezers," was created by Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans in 1870. The artwork depicts various individuals engrossed in reading different newspapers, each personified by a caricature. The title, "The readers of various Dutch newspapers", refers to the diverse readership of Dutch newspapers and their varied interests. The use of satire and exaggeration is characteristic of Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans' style, making this a delightful piece for those who enjoy a lighthearted take on social commentary.