Plattegrond van Brussel, ca. 1693-1696 1693 - 1696

This anonymous 17th-century engraving, "Plattegrond van Brussel", is a detailed map of the city of Brussels. The intricate design uses a precise scale to depict the city's layout, including its fortifications and surrounding landscape. This map showcases the importance of Brussels as a major European city, with its role as the capital of the Duchy of Brabant highlighted in the accompanying text. Currently residing in the Rijksmuseum, the map provides valuable insight into the urban development of Brussels during the late 17th century.