Deel van een kaart van het Hoogheemraadschap van Rijnland, met Leimuiden en het Braassemermeer 1615

This detailed map, titled "Deel van een kaart van het Hoogheemraadschap van Rijnland, met Leimuiden en het Braassemermeer," was created by Floris Balthasarsz van Berckenrode in 1615. It depicts a portion of the Rijnland Water Board district, specifically focusing on the area around Leimuiden and the Braassem lake. The map's intricate lines and labels highlight the canals, roads, and settlements of the region, providing a valuable glimpse into the landscape and infrastructure of 17th-century Holland. The map, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, serves as a historical document, offering insights into the geography, governance, and urban development of the Netherlands.