40 jaar Familie Doorzon: A Retrospective Exhibition of Gerrit de Jager's Iconic Comic Strip at the Allard Pierson Museum

This exhibition at the Allard Pierson Museum showcases the work of cartoonist Gerrit de Jager, focusing on his iconic comic strip 'De Familie Doorzon'. The exhibition highlights over forty years of social commentary and satire on Dutch society through the Doorzon family's often politically incorrect adventures.

The Allard Pierson Museum presents '40 jaar Familie Doorzon', an exhibition celebrating the extensive work of Dutch cartoonist Gerrit de Jager and his seminal comic strip. Since 1981, 'De Familie Doorzon' has provided sharp, often provocative commentary on Dutch society, satirizing everyday life, social norms, and political correctness with its recognizable characters and their coarse, humorous dialogue. The exhibition delves into the evolution of De Jager's art and the Doorzon family, showing how their narratives have grown and adapted with the times. Beyond the biting humor, the strip reveals a deep societal engagement, addressing critical issues such as environmental concerns, the financial world, sexuality, and racism. De Jager's work, appearing in 31 albums and the weekly Nieuwe Revu, and continuing with daily cartoons by John Doorzon in the Algemeen Dagblad, demonstrates a remarkable longevity. The exhibition explores how this enduring appeal stems from both De Jager's distinctive drawing style and his ability to provoke thought through sharp, satirical humor, positioning him as a 'world improver' behind the jokes.

Information about tickets is available on the museum's website. Visitors are directed to the official ticketing page for details on admission and booking.