Kaart van de uitgeveende landen rond Nieuwkoop, Zevenhoven, Nieuwveen, Korteraar en Aarlanderveen 1742

This 1742 map, "Kaart van de uitgeveende landen rond Nieuwkoop, Zevenhoven, Nieuwveen, Korteraar en Aarlanderveen," by an anonymous artist, depicts the drained lands surrounding several towns in the Netherlands. It features a detailed outline of the areas, with roads, waterways, and place names clearly marked. This map offers a glimpse into the Dutch landscape and its evolving geography, showcasing the impact of land reclamation on the region. The precise scale and orientation, along with the detailed information, suggest this was likely a practical tool for navigation, surveying, or land ownership documentation.