Katholieken aan de staatsruif 1905

"Katholieken aan de staatsruif" (Catholics at the State Trough) is a 1905 lithograph by Albert (I) Hahn. The artwork satirizes the relationship between the Catholic Church and the Dutch government, depicting a group of clergymen in black robes reaching for a pile of money, with a single man kneeling in the foreground. The title and imagery suggest a critique of the perceived corruption and greed of the Catholic Church, a theme that was popular in early 20th century Dutch art. This work showcases Hahn’s signature style, characterized by bold lines and dark tones.