Kaart van de Zeventien Provinciën met uitleg after 1706

This detailed map of the 17 provinces of the Netherlands, created by Caspar Specht in 1706, is more than a simple geographic illustration. It presents a rich tapestry of information, incorporating detailed textual descriptions, heraldic symbols, and numerical charts. The map highlights the relative sizes of the provinces and major cities, and is a testament to the cartographic and historical expertise of Specht, a Dutch cartographer known for his meticulous attention to detail. This intricate work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a fascinating glimpse into the political and social landscape of the Netherlands in the early 18th century.