"Aarsagen til Notarial Fejden" 1798

"Aarsagen til Notarial Fejden" is an anonymous etching from 1798, currently housed at the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, Denmark. This satirical artwork depicts a set of scales balanced by a pair of breeches, symbolizing a dispute related to notarial fees. The image, measuring 126 mm by 107 mm, is a testament to the use of visual metaphors in political commentary during the late 18th century. The use of scales to weigh different perspectives on the topic is a classic artistic trope for the time, hinting at the ongoing debate around legal matters.