Plattegrond van Batavia, ca. 1702 1702 - 1703

This anonymous engraving, created between 1702 and 1703, depicts a detailed map of Batavia, a former Dutch colonial city in what is now Indonesia. The map features a detailed layout of the city, including its fortifications, canals, and streets. It also includes a key identifying important buildings and locations, providing a fascinating glimpse into the urban landscape of the 18th century. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a significant historical document and a valuable example of early mapmaking.