Kaart van de Maas van Rotterdam tot de Noordzee 1666 - 1698

"Kaart van de Maas van Rotterdam tot de Noordzee" is a detailed map of the Meuse River from Rotterdam to the North Sea, created by Dutch artist Joost van Geel between 1666 and 1698. The map, measuring 499 mm in height and 1429 mm in width, depicts the river's course with remarkable accuracy, including its bends, tributaries, and surrounding landscape. Van Geel's meticulous attention to detail showcases the importance of navigation and trade in 17th-century Netherlands. This is an example of mapmaking, an artistic form that combines cartographic accuracy with decorative elements.