Kaart van Pays de la Loire en omliggende gebieden 1685 - 1726

This anonymous map, created between 1685 and 1726, depicts the Pays de la Loire region in France and its surrounding territories. The map, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, utilizes a combination of soft, pastel colors to distinguish the different regions and emphasizes the importance of cartography in the 17th and 18th centuries. While the artist remains unknown, this map provides valuable insight into the historical geography of France, and its place in the wider European context. The detailed lines representing rivers and roads contribute to a comprehensive depiction of this region, making it a valuable historical artifact.