Afstandstabel voor belangrijke steden uit de Zeventien Provinciën en prinsbisdom Luik tot aan Parijs 1686 - 1725

This table of distances, created by Abraham Allard in the late 17th or early 18th century, displays the distances between major cities in the Seventeen Provinces and the Prince-Bishopric of Liège to Paris. The chart, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is an example of cartographic art in the Dutch Golden Age. The grid format allows for easy comparison of distances and provides valuable insights into the geographic and economic relationships between these cities. This intricate engraving, notable for its detailed text and fine lines, exemplifies the meticulous craftsmanship of the period.