Kaart van de heerlijkheid Mechelen 1700 - 1735

This anonymous map, titled "Kaart van de heerlijkheid Mechelen," depicts the area surrounding the city of Mechelen in Belgium, dating back to the early 18th century. The map, created between 1700 and 1735, displays a detailed representation of the region, highlighting the surrounding landscape and key geographic features. It provides a valuable glimpse into the cartographic practices and territorial understanding of the time. The use of colors and symbols, such as the different shades of green to represent forests and the intricate network of rivers and roads, adds to the map's historical significance.