Figuur biedt steekpenningen aan uit diverse Europese landen 1898

"Figuur biedt steekpenningen aan uit diverse Europese landen" (Figure offers bribes from various European countries), created in 1898 by French artist Jean-Louis Forain, is a satirical cartoon depicting a man offering bribes to various European countries, using glasses of alcohol representing different nations like "France," "Austria," "Germany," "Russia," and "Holland," emphasizing the rampant corruption of the time. Forain, known for his sharp social commentary and caricature style, highlights the themes of political corruption and bribery through this witty and humorous illustration, characteristic of his work.