"Et politisk Raad sender Spekhökeren Fornuften til Raadsherre." 1787

"Et politisk Raad sender Spekhökeren Fornuften til Raadsherre" is an anonymous satirical etching from 1787 housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst. The artwork depicts a political council sending the speculator "Reason" to be the Council's administrator. This piece exemplifies the use of satirical art to criticize political figures and social issues, with the small size suggesting its circulation among a select audience. The etching's style is characteristic of 18th-century European printmaking, featuring detailed lines and a focus on realistic portrayal. The artwork offers a glimpse into the social and political climate of 18th-century Denmark, highlighting the anxieties around power, reason, and the influence of speculation.