Kaart van het graafschap Vlaanderen c. 1707 - 1710
anonymous
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aged paper
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toned paper
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personal sketchbook
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botanical drawing
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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natural palette
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sketchbook art
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botanical art
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watercolor
This anonymous map, created between 1707 and 1710, depicts the County of Flanders. It is a detailed cartographic representation of the region, showcasing its geographical features, major towns, and administrative divisions. The map is notable for its use of color to distinguish different areas, with a key located in the lower right corner. It provides valuable insights into the political and geographic landscape of Flanders during this period. The map, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, stands as a testament to the intricate art of cartography and the evolving understanding of geography in the early 18th century.
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