Plattegrond in vogelvluchtperspectief van Saintes 1596 - 1682
anonymous
aged paper
toned paper
sketch book
personal sketchbook
coloured pencil
ink colored
sketchbook drawing
watercolour illustration
sketchbook art
watercolor
"Plattegrond in vogelvluchtperspectief van Saintes" is an anonymous bird's-eye view map of Saintes, a town in southwestern France, created sometime between 1596 and 1682. The map depicts the town in detail, with its buildings, streets, and surrounding landscape, and features a coat of arms at the top. Held by the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, the map provides a glimpse into the urban planning and architecture of Saintes during this period. The artist uses a bird's-eye perspective to show the whole town in detail, including the river, the bridge and the surrounding countryside. This type of map is a significant historical document and provides insight into the town's history.
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