Allegorie op het derde eeuwfeest van de Fondation de l'Université de Basle 1760

This 1760 engraving, *Allegorie op het derde eeuwfeest van de Fondation de l'Université de Basle*, by Swiss artist Christian von Mechel (1737–1817) is a detailed allegorical depiction of the 300th anniversary of the University of Basel. The central obelisk, featuring a portrait bust of the university founder, is flanked by figures representing the university’s historical legacy and future. The engraving’s inscription, in Latin, celebrates the university’s achievements and hopes for continued success. The scene is set against a backdrop of the cityscape of Basel, emphasizing the university's connection to its place and community.