Plattegrond van Charle-Mont, ca. 1693-1696 1693 - 1696
anonymous
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aged paper
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toned paper
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sketch book
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personal sketchbook
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pen-ink sketch
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pen work
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sketchbook drawing
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watercolour illustration
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storyboard and sketchbook work
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sketchbook art
This anonymous map from 1693–1696, known as "Plattegrond van Charle-Mont," depicts the fortifications of the city of Charlemont, located in present-day Belgium. The map utilizes a bird's-eye view, meticulously outlining the city's defensive structures and surrounding landscape. It serves as a valuable historical document, offering insight into the architectural and strategic considerations of the period. This detailed portrayal of Charlemont's defenses, along with its inclusion of descriptive text, makes it an important piece for understanding the city's military history.
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