Plattegrond van Pont-Saint-Esprit, 1726 1726

This anonymous engraving, created in 1726, is a detailed map of Pont-Saint-Esprit, France. The map, now located in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the town's position nestled between the Rhone and the Lethsne rivers. The map features a scale, a key identifying geographical features, and specific details like buildings and the “pont” or bridge, likely referring to the main bridge crossing the Rhone. This artwork, showcasing the meticulous cartographic techniques of the 18th century, provides a historical glimpse into the urban development and geographic context of Pont-Saint-Esprit.