Allegorie op de politieke toestand in het jaar 1673 1673

This 1673 etching by an anonymous artist, titled "Allegorie op de politieke toestand in het jaar 1673," is a complex allegory representing the political situation in the Netherlands. The piece, currently held in the Rijksmuseum, features a large, ornate scale balanced by a hand reaching from the heavens. The weight of the scales is a metaphor for political power, illustrating the delicate balance of power during a time of social and political upheaval. The image, alongside the accompanying text, offers a commentary on the Dutch Republic's political and religious landscape, highlighting the complex interplay between earthly and divine powers.