Spotprent 1877

This satirical print by Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans, titled "Spotprent," depicts a humorous scene from the First Boer War. The image shows Britannia, personified as a Roman goddess, handing over a large shield to a Boer farmer, representing the Transvaal Republic. This depiction suggests a transfer of power, likely hinting at the British influence in the Transvaal. Crans's use of allegory, caricature, and a strong visual narrative makes this artwork a potent commentary on the political climate of 1877.