Kaart van Drenthe by Jan van Jagen

Kaart van Drenthe 1795

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aged paper

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toned paper

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hand drawn type

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etching

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personal sketchbook

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pen work

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sketchbook drawing

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sketchbook art

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botanical art

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initial sketch

"Kaart van Drenthe" is a detailed map of the Drenthe region in the Netherlands, created by Jan van Jagen in 1795. The map showcases the intricate network of waterways, forests, and settlements within the province. Van Jagen, a skilled cartographer of his time, meticulously depicted the terrain, using different colors to denote various land uses. This map, measuring 316 mm by 371 mm, offers a valuable glimpse into the geographic and political landscape of Drenthe during the late 18th century.

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