Kaart van het Kwartier van Nijmegen Possibly 1641 - 1711

This anonymous map, “Kaart van het Kwartier van Nijmegen,” depicts a detailed view of the Nijmegen Quarter in the Netherlands. Created sometime between 1641 and 1711, the map utilizes vibrant colors to distinguish different regions and features within the area, with intricate linework illustrating the landscape, roads, and waterways. The “Ducatus Gelriae, pars prima, of Nimeagensis,” (Duchy of Guelders, first part, or Nijmegen) inscription and coat of arms in the lower right corner indicate its focus on the region's administration. This map is an excellent example of early cartography, providing valuable historical insight into the geography and political structure of the Nijmegen Quarter during the 17th century.