Minister De Graaff en de petroleum 1919 - 1925

"Minister De Graaff en de petroleum" (1919-1925) is a satirical caricature by Dutch artist Patricq Kroon. The drawing depicts Minister De Graaff, a prominent figure in the Dutch government, as a man intoxicated by a glass of petroleum, which is labeled "Petroleum - the modern alcohol." This commentary on the dangers of oil addiction reflects the economic and social anxieties surrounding the rapid rise of the oil industry in the early 20th century. Kroon's sharp and humorous style makes a powerful statement about the allure and perils of this potent commodity.