Plattegrond van versterkte vestingmuur 1654

Hendrick baron van Ruse van Rysensteen's 1654 technical drawing, "Plattegrond van versterkte vestingmuur," depicts a detailed plan for a fortified wall using geometric principles and a scale ruler for measurement. This intricate drawing, likely intended for military engineers or architects, showcases the application of mathematics in architectural design. The drawing's precision and clarity highlight the advancements in engineering and military fortification during the 17th century.