Kaart van Vlaanderen, 1604 1604 - 1606

This detailed map of Flanders, created by Frans Hogenberg in 1604, depicts the region's landscape, cities, and waterways. It highlights the strategic importance of Flanders, a vital trading hub during this period, and includes annotations in Dutch and Latin. This intricate piece, now held in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Hogenberg's expertise in cartography and his ability to capture the complex geography of the region. It serves as a valuable historical document and a testament to the evolution of mapmaking during the Dutch Golden Age.