Kaart van Westergo by Anonymous

Kaart van Westergo 1700 - 1735

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aged paper

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toned paper

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sketch book

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personal sketchbook

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coloured pencil

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sketchbook drawing

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watercolour bleed

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watercolour illustration

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sketchbook art

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watercolor

This anonymous map, "Kaart van Westergo," dates back to 1700-1735. It features detailed cartography of the Westergo region in the Netherlands, including towns, rivers, and roads. The use of color to differentiate land types is characteristic of maps from this era, with a vibrant mix of yellow, green, and pink shades. While the artist's identity remains unknown, the map's meticulous detail highlights the advanced cartographic skills of the period. This piece is an essential artifact for understanding the historical geography of Westergo and the development of map-making during the early 18th century.

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