Het vermakelijk / Harlikein-spel 1827 - 1894

This 19th-century print by M. Hemeleers-van Houter, titled “Het vermakelijk / Harlikein-spel,” depicts a Harlequin figure in a traditional costume, holding a bag and a stick. The figure is surrounded by a garland of leaves with numbered circles, suggesting a game or play. The colorful print, housed in the Rijksmuseum, demonstrates the playful nature of Harlequins, with its vivid colors and stylized form. The print's design captures the spirit of traditional theater and offers a glimpse into the cultural life of the Netherlands in the 19th century.