Kaart van de stad Namen met het kasteel, belegerd door de geallieerden, 1695 1695
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This anonymous 1695 map, titled "Kaart van de stad Namen met het kasteel, belegerd door de geallieerden, 1695," depicts the city of Namur, Belgium, during a siege by Allied forces. The detailed illustration highlights the city's fortifications and surrounding landscape, including the Meuse River. The map's intricate lines and meticulous annotations showcase the artist's skill in cartography and military strategy, making it a valuable historical document and a fascinating example of 17th-century artistic representation of military campaigns. This map, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, offers a glimpse into the city's strategic importance and the complexities of warfare during this era.
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