Allegorische titelpagina met tronende Astraea 1626

Cornelis Galle I's "Allegorische titelpagina met tronende Astraea," a 1626 engraving, illustrates the title page for the book "De Justitia et Ivre." The central figure of Astraea, the goddess of justice, sits atop a globe with a snake-wrapped staff and scales, emphasizing the themes of justice and law. The piece, typical of Galle's work, incorporates a decorative yet symbolic style, featuring a winged lion above Astraea and two figures, likely representing other virtues, on either side of the title plaque. This artwork is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum and serves as a powerful visual representation of justice and the ideals of the time.