De heldendaden van Jan Kwastel 1894 - 1959

"De heldendaden van Jan Kwastel" (The Heroic Deeds of Jan Kwastel) is a 19th-century illustrated story by Gordinne, depicting the adventures of a young man, likely a folk hero, in a series of humorous scenes. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, uses a distinct graphic style with clear lines and bright colors, giving a sense of movement and whimsy. The illustrations, ranging from scenes of Jan battling a horse to him being tricked by a cunning character, provide a glimpse into popular Dutch storytelling traditions of the late 19th century.