Satire op de aansporing tot deelneming in de (zogenaamde) vrijwillige 3% geldlening van 1844 (blad 8) 1844

This satirical print by Herman Frederik Carel ten Kate, created in 1844, criticizes the Dutch government's forced "voluntary" 3% loan. The artwork, titled "Satire op de aansporing tot deelneming in de (zogenaamde) vrijwillige 3% geldlening van 1844 (blad 8)," depicts various scenes through a series of vignettes that parody the legislation. The print highlights the financial burden placed on the Dutch people, reflecting the artist's critical stance against this forced loan and its implications. The print exemplifies political satire, showcasing the artist's talent for conveying social commentary through visual art.