Zie / Jeugd! tot uw vermaak / de kinder-kar en wagen / Blyf dankbaar dat voor uw meer zorgen word gedragen 1831

This 1831 etching by Hermanus Numan, titled "Zie / Jeugd! tot uw vermaak / de kinder-kar en wagen / Blyf dankbaar dat voor uw meer zorgen word gedragen," is a satirical illustration of a child's cart being pulled by other children who are struggling to control the runaway cart. This work highlights the challenges of youth and the need for guidance. It is a reminder that despite the joy of childhood, there are also responsibilities and challenges that must be faced. The etching, housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the social commentary of the time, employing a combination of visual humor and text to convey its message.