Karikatuur van een dame en heer met smokkelwaar 1840 - 1842

This caricature, created by Frédéric Bouchot between 1840 and 1842, depicts a humorous scene of a man and woman smuggling goods. The artwork, titled "Karikatuur van een dame en heer met smokkelwaar," is part of the Rijksmuseum collection and showcases Bouchot's talent for capturing the absurdity of everyday life. The exaggerated features and the humorous caption, "That's smuggling, not counting the lady's bodice and the gentleman's eye, it's clear that ambassadors are not subject to customs," highlight the satirical nature of the piece. The lithograph's small size (351 mm x 271 mm) adds to its intimate charm, making it a delightful addition to the museum's collection of 19th-century satirical art.