Kaart van de Slag bij Höchstädt (bovenste helft), 1704 1704

"Kaart van de Slag bij Höchstädt (bovenste helft), 1704" is a detailed map depicting the Battle of Blenheim, a pivotal engagement in the War of the Spanish Succession. Created by Dutch artist Jan van Vianen in 1704, the map features a complex arrangement of lines and symbols representing troop movements, fortifications, and terrain. The scene is further enriched by two allegorical vignettes, one at the top left corner, depicting the allied armies, and the other at the top right, depicting the forces of the French and Bavarian armies. The map serves as a valuable historical document, providing insight into the strategic complexities of this important battle.