16th to 19th Century Antique Maps, Prints, & Globes

21.08 - De Nieuwe Amsterdammer # 151, ca 1917, by Jan Sluijters, Amsterdam

A Political satirical cartoon from the periodical De Nieuwe Amsterdammer’ , published November 17, 1917.  The artist, Sluijters (1881-1957) in addition to his painting and modern art, produced covers for several European journals including this publication.  The print shows the German high command with a tailor looking at a map of Europe; the tailor – “gentlemen all English control, do you see we cut – Prima – out”, and the other countries for the Empire.  The print is rated Very Good (see our rating criteria on the Home Page) with normal age toning noted.  It measures approximately ( 18.5″ x 19.78″  – 31.5 x 47.3 cm).