Plattegrond van Antwerpen, ca. 1706 1700 - 1710

This anonymous 18th-century map depicts the city of Antwerp, Belgium. Created between 1700 and 1710, the map showcases the city's layout, including its fortifications, streets, and surrounding landscape. The map's detailed rendering of the Scheldt River, a vital waterway for Antwerp's commerce, highlights its importance in the city's history. The map's visual style, with its vibrant colors and intricate details, represents a characteristic of cartographic art of the period. The map is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.