De speculanten 1881

"De Speculanten" (1881) is a satirical print by Dutch artists De Ruyter & Meijer. The artwork is a series of nine humorous vignettes depicting a group of speculators engaged in various activities, such as buying and selling land, digging for treasure, and riding horses. Each scene is accompanied by a short, descriptive caption in Dutch. The print satirizes the greed and foolishness of speculators, portraying them as silly and naive. The artist utilizes vibrant colors and detailed illustrations to draw viewers into the world of the speculators. The artwork's satirical nature and relatable subject matter make it a compelling example of visual humor and social commentary.