Allegorische voorstelling met dokter, apotheker en Asclepius in apotheek 1741 - 1766

This 18th-century engraving by Jan Caspar Philips, titled "Allegorische voorstelling met dokter, apotheker en Asclepius in apotheek", depicts a scene in an apothecary shop. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases a central group of figures including a doctor and an apothecary, with the Greek god of medicine, Asclepius, watching over them. The scene is filled with symbolic details including angels and books, highlighting the knowledge and healing power associated with medicine during this period. The composition, rich in detail and symbolism, offers a glimpse into the world of 18th-century pharmacy and the importance of medicine in society.