Plattegrond van Charleroi, 1726 1726

"Plattegrond van Charleroi, 1726" is a detailed map of the fortified city of Charleroi in Belgium, created by Laurens Scherm in 1726. The map, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the city's star-shaped fortifications, a common design element in 17th and 18th-century military architecture. The intricate lines and details of the map provide a valuable historical glimpse into the urban planning and defensive strategies of the time. This engraved print offers a fascinating visual representation of Charleroi's strategic importance in the early 18th century.