Kaart van de westkust van Bretagne, 1726 1726

This anonymous 1726 map of the western coast of Brittany, France, is a detailed cartographic representation of the region. The map features intricate lines and a compass rose, indicating the importance of navigation and seafaring during this period. The inclusion of numerous place names and features highlights the map's purpose as a navigational tool for sailors and cartographers. The map's presence in the Rijksmuseum underscores its historical and geographical significance as a document of early cartographic practices. The map showcases the evolution of cartography and the vital role it played in exploration and understanding the world in the 18th century.