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Plan of Jacmel town with fortifications, 1799 (drawing)
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Plan of Jacmel town with fortifications, 1799 (drawing)
7339492 Plan of Jacmel town with fortifications, 1799 (drawing) by Rivieres, Antoine Francois Sorrel des (1737-1830); 38x53 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Sorrel
Original title: 'Plan de la ville de Jacmel avec ses fortifications leve par le Cen. Sorrel, Ingenieur en chef du Departement de l'Ouest'.
Scale: ca.1:3 500. An ungraduated map with the scale in toises. The map also shows Haiti and there's a street plan with key to public buildings and fortifications.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38339612
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
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This stunning print of the Plan of Jacmel town with fortifications, drawn in 1799 by Antoine Francois Sorrel des Rivieres, offers a glimpse into the intricate cartography and strategic planning of the 18th century. The detailed map showcases not only the layout of Jacmel town but also its surrounding fortifications, providing valuable insight into the defensive structures of the time.
Sorrel's expertise as an Ingenieur en chef is evident in this meticulously crafted map, which includes a street plan with key public buildings and fortifications. The scale of ca.1:3 500 allows for a comprehensive view of Haiti and its coastal regions, highlighting the importance of maritime trade and defense during this period.
The vibrant colors used in this drawing bring to life the bustling port city of Jacmel, with boats docked along the shore and bustling activity within its walls. This artwork serves as both a historical document and a work of art, showcasing Sorrel's skill as a cartographer and artist.
As we gaze upon this piece from the National Maritime Museum in London, we are transported back in time to an era where maps were not just navigational tools but works of art that captured the essence of a place.
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