Deel van een kaart van het Hoogheemraadschap van Rijnland, met Nieuwveen en Nieuwkoop 1615

This detailed map, created by Floris Balthasarsz van Berckenrode in 1615, showcases a section of the Rijnland Water Board, specifically the areas surrounding Nieuwveen and Nieuwkoop. The map, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the intricate layout of this region in the early 17th century, with meticulous depiction of waterways, roads, and settlements. The handwritten labels and the detailed landscape features demonstrate van Berckenrode’s mastery of cartographic illustration and his keen eye for detail, making this a valuable historical document.