Kaart van de Maas van Rotterdam tot de Noordzee (eerste deel) 1666 - 1740
joostvangeel
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pen sketch
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old engraving style
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etching
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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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storyboard and sketchbook work
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sketchbook art
"Kaart van de Maas van Rotterdam tot de Noordzee (eerste deel)" is a 17th-century map by Dutch artist Joost van Geel. This detailed engraving depicts the coastline of the Netherlands, showcasing the waterways leading from Rotterdam to the North Sea. The map is adorned with intricate details and features an allegorical representation of Neptune, the Roman God of the Sea, in the lower left corner. This maritime themed map exemplifies the Dutch fascination with navigation and their reliance on trade through their vast waterways.
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