Beleg van Saint-Venant, 1710 1710

Pieter Devel's "Beleg van Saint-Venant, 1710," created in 1710, is a detailed plan of the siege of Saint-Venant. This map, measuring 420 mm x 475 mm, depicts the surrounding landscape with intricate detail, including the town's fortifications, surrounding terrain, and the locations of military encampments. This artwork is a valuable historical document, providing insight into military tactics and the topography of the battlefield during the early 18th century. The work's meticulous depiction of the siege of Saint-Venant, a significant event in military history, is an example of the use of maps for documenting and understanding conflict.