Nieuwjaarswens van de vuilnismannen van Amsterdam voor het jaar 1844 1843 - 1844

This 1843-1844 Dutch broadside, created by an anonymous artist and currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a scene of Amsterdam's street life. The image focuses on a horse-drawn cart, likely used by garbage collectors, with figures in the background. The print’s inscription, "Vuilnis-Karman's Nieuwjaars-Wensch" (“New Year's Wish from the Garbage Collectors of Amsterdam”), provides insight into the social commentary and humor of the work, offering a glimpse into daily life in 19th-century Amsterdam. The composition, along with the text, highlights the working-class and their role in the city's functioning. This artwork is a prime example of satirical broadside prints, which were a common form of social commentary in the 19th century.