Ancient map of Nijmegen, 1636

Ancient map of Nijmegen, 1636Neomagum (Nijmegen, Nummegen) is a remarkable seventeenth century city view created by the renowned Swiss German engraver and publisher Matthus Merian. Published in 1636, the engraving depicts the historic city of Nijmegen, one of the oldest urban settlements in the Low Countries. Produced as part of Merians celebrated topographical works, the image combines geographic accuracy with artistic refinement, providing a valuable record of the city during

it serves as a priceless historical artifact

This map focused on the Asian continent

and influenced the European understanding of the world

with their faces and limbs reduced to geometric forms

and he eventually became the official cartographer to the French Ministry of the Navy

and the open sky

reflecting a desire for political stability

The "Yokohama New Map" is a map of Yokohama

Kassel (Cassellae

aiming to understand the political and tribal dynamics of the region

as well as its rich historical and cultural heritage

He is known for his detailed lithographic views of European cities and landmarks