Plattegrond van Haguenau, ca. 1695 1695 - 1697
anonymous
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aged paper
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toned paper
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pen sketch
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sketch book
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personal sketchbook
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ink drawing experimentation
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pen-ink sketch
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pen work
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sketchbook drawing
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sketchbook art
This anonymous etching, "Plattegrond van Haguenau," dating from 1695-1697, is a detailed map of the city of Haguenau, located in present-day France. The map depicts the city’s fortifications, surrounding landscape, and key features, including the "Ville Neuve" and the "Ville Vieille". This map provides valuable insight into the city's urban development and defense strategies in the late 17th century and is a significant example of historical cartography. The map is housed in the Rijksmuseum.
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