Spotprent op kardinaal Fleury, 1742 1742

This 1742 broadside, created by an anonymous artist, is a satirical print depicting the political situation in France under Cardinal Fleury. It depicts a group of people engaged in various activities, potentially symbolizing different aspects of French society at the time. The print was likely intended for a Dutch audience, as evidenced by the Dutch text and title, "Spotprent op kardinaal Fleury." The print is part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam. The visual style of the print is characteristic of 18th-century satirical engravings, and the use of text alongside the image underscores its political commentary.