Spotprent op het voorgenomen huwelijk van de ex-koning Willem I, 1840 Possibly 1840

This satirical cartoon, "Spotprent op het voorgenomen huwelijk van de ex-koning Willem I," was created by Charles Jameson Grant, possibly in 1840. The artwork depicts the abdication of King William I of the Netherlands, a political event that was ripe for satirists like Grant. The image references the "old butter firkin" that William I was known for, poking fun at his perceived old age and inability to keep up with the times. This satirical print uses humor to comment on the political scene, making it a valuable piece for understanding 19th-century Dutch society.