Plaatsregister van alle dorpen en steden te vinden op de bijhorende kaart by Nicolaes (II) Visscher

Plaatsregister van alle dorpen en steden te vinden op de bijhorende kaart after 1682

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type repetition

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comic strip sketch

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aged paper

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yellowing background

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parchment

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old engraving style

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tea stained

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personal sketchbook

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word imagery

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columned text

This detailed, 17th century "Plaatsregister" (Place Register) by Nicolaes (II) Visscher is an alphabetical list of the towns and villages found on a corresponding map, likely a map of the Netherlands. The register is divided into columns, each representing a different letter of the alphabet, making it easy to find the location you are looking for. The piece is a testament to the meticulous cartography of the time and showcases the importance of accuracy in the representation of geographical information. This artwork is a fascinating glimpse into the past, illuminating the detailed knowledge of the landscape and the specific locations that were important to people in the 17th century.

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