Afstandentabel voor Spanje en Portugal, 1726 1685 - 1725

This table of distances between cities in Spain and Portugal was created by Abraham Allard between 1685 and 1725. The table features a series of vertical columns, each representing a different city. The artwork combines visual elements of cartography with a detailed text, creating a unique and informative piece. This visual representation of distance highlights the important role of cartography and trade in the 17th and 18th centuries. The Rijksmuseum houses this intricately designed chart, offering a glimpse into the world of travel and communication during that era.