Plattegrond van Wenen, ca. 1702 1702 - 1703
anonymous
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aged paper
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toned paper
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pen sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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ink drawing experimentation
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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
This detailed map of Vienna, created by an anonymous artist in the early 18th century, is a fine example of cartographic art. The map, which is held in the Rijksmuseum, accurately portrays the city’s layout, including its fortifications, the Danube River, and surrounding terrain. The intricate details and scale make it a valuable historical document, offering insights into urban planning and the development of Vienna during this period.
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