Statsskibet 1852

"Statsskibet" (The Ship of State) is a satirical drawing by Danish artist P.C. Skovgaard, created in 1852. It depicts a small boat, labeled "Denmark," filled with caricatured figures representing prominent political figures of the time. The drawing is a sharp commentary on the state of Danish politics, using humor to criticize the perceived incompetence and infighting of the ruling class. Skovgaard's work is a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the social and political climate of mid-19th century Denmark.