Plattegrond van Tripoli, 1726 1726

"Plattegrond van Tripoli, 1726" is an anonymous 18th century engraving depicting a detailed plan of the city of Tripoli, located in present-day Libya, as it appeared in 1726. The engraving features a bird’s eye view of the coastal city, showcasing its fortifications, buildings, and surrounding landscape. The use of detailed lines and intricate details helps viewers understand the layout of Tripoli, a valuable insight into the historical development of the city. This artwork is housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam and showcases the evolution of cartography and its role in understanding the past.