Old Birdseye Map of Quebec City, 1740: Fort, Redoubt, Cathedral, Jesuits, Hôtel-Dieu virgin islands Thoughtfully selected for its timeless

Thoughtfully selected for its timeless beauty and cultural significance

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The artwork is complemented by observations from early naturalists

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The use of color not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of the map but also serves a functional purpose

Old Birdseye Map of Quebec City, 1740: Fort, Redoubt, Cathedral, Jesuits, Hôtel-Dieu virgin islands Thoughtfully selected for its timelessQuebec is the proud title given to this arresting 1740 birds eye view, engraved by the Amsterdam house of Covens & Mortier after Henry Popples celebrated work and ultimately descending from Franquelins 1688 drawing. Seen from across the broad St. Lawrence, the city rises in a theatrical profile of cliffs, ramparts, and spires, its skyline punctuated by high churches and sturdy public buildings. A keyed legend identifies ten principal structuresfrom