Plattegrond van Béthune, 1710 1710

This 1710 map, created by an anonymous artist, shows the city of Béthune in France as it appeared during a siege by Allied forces. The map provides a detailed and colorful representation of the city's layout, including its fortifications, streets, and surrounding landscape. The "Plan de la Ville, et Chateau de Béthune" is a valuable historical artifact and provides a glimpse into the strategic importance of Béthune during the era of warfare. The artwork, currently located at the Rijksmuseum, showcases the city's defensive architecture and the surrounding terrain.