Kaart van het gebied ten westen van Brussel 1708 - 1712

This detailed map, titled "Kaart van het gebied ten westen van Brussel," created by Dutch artist Jacobus Harrewijn between 1708 and 1712, showcases the landscape surrounding Brussels, Belgium, including the famed "Bois de Soigne" forest. The map's intricate design, including detailed roads and numerous settlements, provides a fascinating glimpse into the area's geography and urban development in the early 18th century. Harrewijn's meticulous cartographic work, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, offers a valuable historical resource for scholars and those interested in the history of cartography and the region.