Plattegrond van Phalsbourg, ca. 1702 by Anonymous

Plattegrond van Phalsbourg, ca. 1702 1702 - 1703

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aged paper

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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pen sketch

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pencil sketch

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personal sketchbook

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pen-ink sketch

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pen work

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sketchbook drawing

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sketchbook art

This anonymous print from 1702-1703, located in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a detailed plan of the fortified town of Phalsbourg, France. The drawing utilizes precise lines and shading to illustrate the town's layout, including its star-shaped fortifications and internal streets. This meticulously crafted artwork provides a valuable glimpse into the military architecture and urban planning of the early 18th century. The scale bar and descriptive text further enhance the print's informative purpose, making it a valuable historical document for scholars of urban design and military history.

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