Spotprent op ledigheid van ambtenaren bij afwezigheid van de chef, 1860 1860

This 1860 caricature by Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans, titled "Spotprent op ledigheid van ambtenaren bij afwezigheid van de chef," depicts a humorous scene of government workers goofing off while their boss is away. A rooster pecks at a bowl, a fox sits in a chair, an owl watches from a perch, and a bird hangs upside down from a hook. The satirical tone and comical imagery provide a glimpse into the societal commentary and artistic style of the 19th century. This print, which measures 275mm x 215mm, is a fine example of the artist's work and is a humorous commentary on bureaucratic inefficiency. The piece is clearly satirical in its tone and exemplifies the genre of satirical art.