Plattegrond van Longwy, 1726 1726
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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ink drawing experimentation
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pen-ink sketch
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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
"Plattegrond van Longwy, 1726" is an anonymous 18th-century engraving depicting a detailed plan of the fortified town of Longwy, France. This intricate map, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, showcases the town's star-shaped fortifications and surrounding landscape. The meticulous detail highlights the strategic importance of Longwy during the period, making this artwork valuable for military history and cartographic enthusiasts. The engraving's crisp lines and precise depiction of architectural features demonstrate the artist's skill and mastery of the medium.
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