Spotprent nav het traktaat tussen Nederland en Spanje over vrijheid van godsdienst, 1872 1872

This satirical political cartoon, "Spotprent nav het traktaat tussen Nederland en Spanje over vrijheid van godsdienst," created by Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans in 1872, depicts two historical events: the 1572 persecution of Protestants in the Netherlands and the 1872 treaty between the Netherlands and Spain guaranteeing religious freedom. Through exaggerated caricatures, the artist humorously contrasts the brutal past with a hopeful present, highlighting the progress made in religious tolerance. The work is a prime example of the genre of political satire, using visual humor to engage viewers in a critical discussion of societal issues.