Kaart van de zuidkust van Portugal, 1726 by Anonymous

Kaart van de zuidkust van Portugal, 1726 1726

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aged paper

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toned paper

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ink paper printed

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old engraving style

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personal sketchbook

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pen-ink sketch

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pen and pencil

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pen work

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sketchbook drawing

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sketchbook art

This anonymous map from 1726 depicts the southern coast of Portugal, specifically the Algarve region. The map, titled "Kaart van de zuidkust van Portugal, 1726," is a detailed representation of the coastline, featuring numerous inlets, bays, and coastal towns. It uses a compass rose and scale to indicate directions and distances, illustrating the importance of navigation at the time. This map, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, provides a glimpse into the cartographic techniques and knowledge of the 18th century.

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