Herdruk van de satire op de aansporing tot deelneming in de (zogenaamde) vrijwillige 3% geldlening van 1844 (blad 11) 1844

This is a reprinting of a satirical Dutch print made by Herman Frederik Carel ten Kate in 1844. It critiques the call for participation in the so-called voluntary 3% loan. The print uses visual codes and cultural references to mock the social and economic structures of the Netherlands at the time. In the 19th century, the Netherlands was undergoing significant economic and political changes, including debates around taxation and public debt. The artist uses satire to comment on these issues, likely reflecting a progressive stance against what he sees as unfair financial practices. The caricatures and symbolic imagery serve to challenge the institutions promoting the loan. Understanding this print requires knowledge of Dutch history, economic policies of the time, and the role of satire in social commentary. Resources such as historical archives, economic reports, and art historical analyses can provide deeper insights into its meaning and context. By exploring these resources, we can better appreciate the print’s critical perspective on the social and institutional forces shaping 19th-century Dutch society.