Allegorie op goed bestuur 1650

"Allegorie op goed bestuur" (Allegory of Good Governance) is a 1650 engraving by Johann Caspar Dooms, a Flemish artist known for his detailed and intricate works. The image depicts a scene of allegorical figures representing virtues and principles of good governance. A central inscription celebrates the founding of the University of Prague by Ferdinand III, highlighting education and knowledge as vital components of a just society. Dooms’ use of meticulous detail and clear symbolism makes this artwork a valuable insight into the values of 17th century Europe.