Plattegrond van Gent by Frans Hogenberg

Plattegrond van Gent 1575

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Frans Hogenberg's 1575 "Plattegrond van Gent" is a detailed engraved map depicting the city of Ghent in the Netherlands. The map features intricate lines representing streets, canals, and surrounding landscapes, with a prominent coat of arms in the top right corner. Hogenberg was a renowned cartographer, known for his meticulous city maps and his contributions to the famous "Civitates Orbis Terrarum" series. This map offers a glimpse into the urban planning and development of Ghent in the 16th century, showcasing its growth and intricate network of waterways.

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