Napoleon als bellenblazer, 1815 1815

"Napoleon als bellenblazer" is a satirical print from 1815 created by Dutch artist Wijnand Esser. The print depicts Napoleon blowing bubbles, with a devil blowing air into his backside. The bubble contains a skeleton and the inscription "Ik blaas my wereld," (I blow my world), referencing Napoleon's ambition. This is a classic example of political caricature, a genre that uses humor and exaggeration to criticize powerful figures. The image satirizes Napoleon's ambition and his ultimate defeat, reflecting the anxieties of post-Napoleonic Europe.