Plattegrond van Den Haag, 1726 1726
anonymous
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aged paper
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toned paper
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sketch book
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personal sketchbook
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pen-ink sketch
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pen and pencil
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pen work
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sketchbook drawing
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sketchbook art
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watercolor
This detailed, anonymous map from 1726 shows the layout of The Hague, Netherlands, with its streets, buildings and surrounding landscape. The intricate map, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a historical snapshot of the city's urban planning and development in the 18th century. The map is also notable for its beautiful linework and detailed depictions of individual buildings, reflecting the cartographic skills of the unknown artist. The use of a compass and labels in French further highlights the global importance of The Hague during this period.
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