Kaart van Friesland, Groningen, Drenthe en Oost-Friesland 1568 - 1570

This anonymous map, "Kaart van Friesland, Groningen, Drenthe en Oost-Friesland," from 1568-1570, details the regions of Friesland, Groningen, Drenthe, and East Frisia in the Netherlands. The map utilizes vivid colors and detailed lines to represent the landscape, featuring cities, towns, and geographical features. Its intricate design highlights the importance of cartography in the 16th century, demonstrating the growing knowledge of the world and its territories. The map's scale and level of detail also point towards its intended use as a navigational tool for travelers and merchants.