Plattegrond van een droogdok te Vlissingen 1717 - 1755

This detailed architectural plan of a dry dock in Vlissingen, Netherlands, was drawn by François van Bleyswijck, a Dutch architect and draughtsman, in the 18th century. The plan, which is part of the Rijksmuseum collection, provides a precise technical representation of the dock’s structure and its various components. The labeled sections illustrate the different stages of the ship-repair process, from the entrance to the water-tight compartments. This technical drawing reflects a crucial aspect of Dutch maritime engineering and shipbuilding during the Golden Age.