Allegorie op de architectuur 1729

This engraving by Joseph Mulder, titled *Allegorie op de architectuur*, depicts a seated female figure surrounded by symbols of architecture. She holds a compass and a drawing, while a woman behind her points to a structure behind them. The depiction is allegorical, suggesting that architecture is a profession requiring precision and understanding. This small print, measuring only 166 x 133 mm, was made in 1729 for a book on perspective by Dirk Bosboom, demonstrating the importance of perspective in architectural drawings. The engraving is currently part of the Rijksmuseum collection.