De vuist waar Duitschland op wacht 1920 - 1935

Patricq Kroon created this drawing, "The fist that Germany is waiting for," with pen in the early 20th century. Kroon, living through a period of immense political and social change, used his art to reflect and critique the climate of his time. Here, a clenched fist wields a hammer, poised to strike a serpent. The serpent is inscribed with words like "misery," "government," and "lawlessness." The fist, therefore, becomes a symbol of power and potential liberation, while the serpent represents the oppressive forces at play. Is the fist an invitation to unify against a common enemy? Or is it a warning about the dangers of unchecked authority? The drawing leaves us with these questions, prompting reflection on the cyclical nature of power, oppression, and resistance. It’s a call to consider the emotional and personal consequences of political action.