De nieuwe bankroetierswagen voor de dolle actionisten, 1720 1720

This 1720 woodcut, created by an anonymous artist, depicts a satirical scene titled "De nieuwe bankroetierswagen voor de dolle actionisten" (The new bankrupt carriage for the crazy activists). The print shows a group of figures being pulled in a carriage by a personified "Actionist," a term used for early investors in the Dutch East India Company. The image likely criticizes the financial speculation and risks associated with these early stock markets, highlighting the potential for bankruptcy for those involved. The piece offers a glimpse into the social commentary and economic anxieties of the period.