Item #262545 Plan de la ville et citadelle de Lille; Afbeeldinge van de stercke stad Ryssel. Nicolaes VISSCHER.

Plan de la ville et citadelle de Lille; Afbeeldinge van de stercke stad Ryssel

Amsterdam: Nicolaas Visscher, 1708.

Map. Uncolored engraving. Image measures 19.25" x 21". Sheet measures 20.5" x 24.25".

This detailed map of Lille or Rijsel shows the city in northern France and its surroundings in exquisite detail. The citadel and fortified city, including streets and buildings noted. Surrounding farmlands are shown with beautifully rendered windmills and houses along with mountains and forests. Depicts the city during the War of the Spanish Succession when the city was occupied by the Dutch. The map is in very good condition with no chips or tears and minor staining near top centerfold. Nicolaes Visscher II, was a Dutch cartographer, publisher and engraver active from the late 17th century to the early 18th century. This is a nice example of his work.

Binding: Unbound
Language: French

Price: $250.00

Item #262545

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