Kaart van Bergen op Zoom en Steenbergen met de nieuwe vestingwerken, 1628 1628

This 1628 map by Claes Jansz. Visscher depicts the fortified towns of Bergen op Zoom and Steenbergen in the Netherlands. The map, a meticulous engraving, showcases the detailed network of waterways and surrounding landscape. The inclusion of textual explanations, known as a cartouche, provides information on the new fortifications constructed during the 17th century. This artwork offers a glimpse into the strategic importance of these towns during a time of intense military activity. The work is part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.