Schouwburg van den oorlog (blad XXXV), 1707 1707 - 1722
pieterschenk
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aged paper
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pen sketch
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old engraving style
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hand drawn type
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personal sketchbook
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hand-drawn typeface
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pen-ink sketch
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pen work
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sketchbook drawing
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sketchbook art
"Schouwburg van den oorlog" (blad XXXV) is a detailed map of the Netherlands created by Dutch artist Pieter Schenk between 1707 and 1722. The map, now located at the Rijksmuseum, displays the Dutch provinces with their coats of arms and is part of a series of maps depicting the War of the Spanish Succession. It highlights the historical and political context of the Netherlands during the early 18th century, demonstrating the importance of cartography in disseminating information and shaping public understanding of the world.
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