De prins van Oranje als speeltje voor prinses Charlotte, 1814 Possibly 1814 - 1816

This satirical cartoon, "A Dutch Toy!", created by George Cruikshank between 1814 and 1816, portrays Princess Charlotte of Wales, the daughter of King George III, as a puppet master manipulating the Prince of Orange. The caricature, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, uses a combination of symbolism and exaggeration to express the artist's critique of the political situation in Europe. The image suggests that Princess Charlotte, seen with a crown, has control over the political landscape, while the Prince of Orange, in a puppet-like state, is a mere plaything. The artwork is a striking example of Cruikshank's skill in political commentary through visual satire.