Philip the Good was a Duke of Burgundy who ruled from 1419 to 1467. He was the son of John the Fearless and played a significant role in the politics of medieval Europe. Under his leadership, the Burgundian state expanded its territory and influence, becoming a major power in the region. Philip was known for his patronage of the arts and culture, which led to a flourishing of Flemish art and architecture. He established the Order of the Golden Fleece, a prestigious chivalric order, to promote loyalty and unity among his nobles. His reign marked a high point in Burgundian history.