Plattegrond van Medemblik 1632

"Plattegrond van Medemblik" is an anonymous 17th-century map of the Dutch city of Medemblik. The detailed etching shows the city's layout, including its streets, canals, and fortifications, as well as the surrounding water. The map's meticulous depiction of the city's urban fabric and its relation to the surrounding landscape highlights the importance of cartography in the Netherlands during this period. The work exemplifies the Dutch fascination with detailed and accurate depictions of their urban centers.