Kaart van Assendelft met dijkdoorbraken, 1717 1718

This 1718 map, titled "Kaart van Assendelft met dijkdoorbraken," created by an anonymous artist, depicts the Dutch village of Assendelft and surrounding areas. The map, measuring 239mm x 290mm, illustrates the effects of dike breaches, likely caused by flooding, on the landscape. The map is detailed, showing features like roads, canals, and the boundaries of land ownership, highlighting the importance of infrastructure and land management in 18th-century Netherlands. This map, a valuable historical artifact, offers insight into the geographical and societal conditions of the region in the aftermath of a natural disaster.