Title: Plan du Siege de Lille, dressée par un des premiers Ingenieurs… 1708. c1729 map Description: Plan du Siege de Lille, dressée par un des premiers Ingenieurs qui commandent aux Attaques'. A detailed map of the Siege of Lille (1708), showing the encircling positions of the Allied forces. The map features a decorative banderole title, adding an elegant touch to the piece. The locations of all the besieging army units and the names of their commanders surrounding the fortified city are shown. Ornate cartouches in the lower left and right corners, adorned with weaponry and military insignia, further enhance the map's visual appeal. The Siege of Lille, a major event during the War of the Spanish Succession, saw the Allies capture the heavily fortified city after months of intense fighting. This victory was pivotal in weakening French control over Flanders and shifting the momentum of the war. by van Call, Pieter. Published c1729. Large antique copperplate map. Size 54 x 63 cm | 21.5 x 25.0 inches. Condition: Good; suitable for framing. Please check the scan for any blemishes prior to making your purchase. Please contact us if you would like to arrange to view this map. This is a folding map. There is nothing printed on the reverse side, which is plain. Tags: Lille, Nord, Nord + Histoire militaire du Prince Eugene, Nord + Other cartographers, Nord + Other cartographers + Histoire militaire du Prince Eugene, Nord + van Call Pieter
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