Afstandstabel voor de belangrijkste steden van de 17 Nederlandse Provinciën by Jacob Keyser

Afstandstabel voor de belangrijkste steden van de 17 Nederlandse Provinciën 1731

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aged paper

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hand written

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old engraving style

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sketch book

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hand drawn type

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personal sketchbook

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hand-written

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pen work

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sketchbook drawing

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sketchbook art

"Afstandstabel voor de belangrijkste steden van de 17 Nederlandse Provinciën" (Distance Table for the Most Important Cities of the 17 Dutch Provinces) is a meticulously crafted chart created in 1731 by Dutch cartographer Jacob Keyser. This chart displays a grid-based system, showcasing the distances between major cities within the Netherlands. It's a valuable historical artifact providing insights into the 18th-century transportation network and the importance of accurate distance measurements for navigation and trade. The chart is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.

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