Twee bladzijden met dwergen, ca. 1720 1770 - 1780

"Twee bladzijden met dwergen" (Two Pages with Dwarfs) is an anonymous print dating to the late 18th century, depicting two figures, a man and a woman, in caricatured forms. This work is an example of the popular genre of dwarf portraiture, which was common in the 17th and 18th centuries and often presented figures with disabilities in a sensationalist and entertaining manner. The figures' oversized features, exaggerated clothing, and humorous captions contribute to the overall tone of amusement and curiosity. This print provides a glimpse into societal perceptions of disability during this period and the ways in which such imagery was utilized in popular culture.