Kaart van de Franse kust tussen Dieppe en Honfleur, 1726 1726

This 1726 map, created by an anonymous artist, depicts the French coast between the towns of Dieppe and Honfleur. The detailed map, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, is a prime example of cartographic art from the period. The map utilizes a grid system with a compass rose in the top left corner, and includes a key to the various scales for distance measurement. This detailed nautical map was likely used for navigation and geographic exploration. The map is written in French and includes various geographical features such as inlets, rivers, and coastlines. The intricate details of the map demonstrate the importance of accurate geographical documentation in the 18th century.