Kaart van het Hoogheemraadschap van Rijnland (tiende deel) 1647 - 1687

This detailed map of the Hoogheemraadschap of Rijnland, a Dutch water board, is a fine example of 17th-century cartography. Created by Cornelis Danckerts, a prominent Dutch mapmaker, the map displays the intricate network of canals and waterways that characterized the region around Leiden, Netherlands. The map's precise detail, including individual houses, bridges, and roads, reflects the Dutch passion for meticulous observation and measurement. This map, now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, is a valuable historical record of the area's landscape and infrastructure.