Spotprent 1878

"Spotprent," an 1878 satirical cartoon by Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans, depicts a crocodile lurking in the water while a group of people flee in terror. The title, "Het Beest der Tweede Kamer," translates to "The Beast of the Second Chamber," likely referencing a political figure or event in the Netherlands at the time. The artwork uses sharp lines and hatching to emphasize the fear and chaos, creating a sense of urgency and suspense. This political caricature would have been easily understood by contemporary audiences familiar with the Dutch political scene.