Plattegrond van Blaye c. 1690 - 1700

This anonymous 17th-century map depicts Blaye, a fortified town in southwestern France, situated on the Gironde estuary. The map uses a bird's-eye perspective to showcase the town's layout, with detailed depictions of its fortified walls, surrounding buildings, and the surrounding landscape. The watercolor palette highlights the fortified town in vibrant pink, emphasizing its military significance. The map, housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides valuable insight into the architectural and geographical context of Blaye in the late 17th century.