Zie in deez' prent de vrolijkheid, van Saartje Jansz de keukenmeid 1842 - 1866

This 19th-century woodcut by the widow C. Kok-van Kolm, entitled "Zie in deez' prent de vrolijkheid, van Saartje Jansz de keukenmeid," tells the story of Saartje Jansz, a maid. The artwork is a series of 16 vignettes depicting Saartje’s journey. The scenes depict Saartje’s daily life, from domestic tasks to romantic encounters. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, highlights the charm and humor found in everyday life. This popular genre of art was often used to entertain and educate a wide audience.