Spotprent op het beginsel van lager onderwijs in de Eerste Kamer, 1874 1874

Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans' 1874 satirical cartoon "Spotprent op het beginsel van lager onderwijs in de Eerste Kamer" depicts a conversation between a man and a woman, with the word "Eerste Kamer" (First Chamber) prominently displayed on the woman's dress. This caricature likely critiques the Dutch political landscape during the period, using humor to address a critical issue like education. The use of a stylized, illustrative style further emphasizes the artist's satirical intent. This piece is a valuable window into 19th-century Dutch political discourse, offering a visual commentary on the state of education and its relationship with the legislative branch.