De molenaar, zijn zoon en de ezel 1894 - 1959

"De molenaar, zijn zoon en de ezel" is a humorous illustration by Lamouche, dating from 1894 to 1959. This artwork, currently located in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the classic fable of a miller, his son, and their donkey. The five panels show the different ways they attempt to transport the donkey, leading to criticism from passersby, highlighting the inherent difficulties of satisfying everyone. The artwork uses bright colors and a simple, cartoon-like style to depict the humorous situation and the varied reactions of the characters.