Hier heeft men 't leven en Bedryf / Van Jan de Wasser en zyn Wyf 1781 - 1828

This satirical woodcut print, *Hier heeft men 't leven en Bedryf / Van Jan de Wasser en zyn Wyf*, by Jan Hendriksen, depicts a humorous sequence of scenes about the life of a water carrier and his wife, Jan de Wasser and his wife. The work, created sometime between 1781 and 1828, likely targeted a Dutch audience with its use of the Dutch language and cultural references. The woodcut style utilizes bold lines and a distinct color palette, which lends a folksy charm to the narrative. The image is divided into small, framed squares, akin to a comic strip, each scene offering a witty observation on daily life and social customs.