Hoe lang nog? 1914 - 1915

"Hoe lang nog?" (How long still?), a 1914-1915 painted tin plate by Johannes Hendricus de Groot, depicts a cannon with the years 1914 and 1915 around it. The plate is decorated with a black background and colorful floral motifs, highlighting a sense of foreboding during the first World War. The inscription on the plate, "Hoe lang nog?" (How long still?), poses a poignant question about the war's duration, reflecting the anxieties and uncertainty of the time. This piece, despite its small size, offers a powerful glimpse into the emotional landscape of a nation at war.