Vestingplattegrond van Fort Sint-Andries 1653 - 1672

Nicolaes van Geelkercken's "Vestingplattegrond van Fort Sint-Andries" is a detailed pen and ink drawing, executed between 1653 and 1672. This map, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the layout of Fort Sint-Andries, a Dutch fort in the Netherlands. The intricate lines showcase the fort's fortifications, including its surrounding walls, moats, and bastions, while also revealing the nearby landscape and waterways. The meticulous detail in the map suggests its importance as a strategic and defensive structure, showcasing the fort's role in Dutch military history. This small-scale drawing is an excellent example of the intricate and detailed maps created during the Golden Age of Dutch cartography.