Chicago Nautical Chart Lake Michigan Early 20th Century
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Chicago Nautical Chart, Lake Michigan Early 20th Century
This Chicago nautical chart is a fine art reproduction of an early 20th century hydrographic survey of the Lake Michigan shoreline. It captures the harbor approaches, breakwaters, piers, and soundings around Chicago with the clear, functional detail working mariners depended on. The sheet records the city not as skyline, but as bearings, depths, and plotted courses along the lakefront.
Its balance of open water, harbor structures, and measured annotation gives the piece a calm, ordered presence on the wall. It invites slow inspection—following channels, reading depth figures, and tracing the geometry of the shoreline—without feeling busy or decorative for its own sake.
Premium Archival Quality
Each chart is printed on heavyweight museum grade matte paper to preserve fine linework, tonal shading, and the subtle character of the original sheet. High resolution restoration ensures that soundings, labels, and small chart symbols remain crisp and legible over time.
A Thoughtful Gift
This Chicago nautical chart makes a considered gift for Great Lakes sailors, Midwesterners, and anyone with a connection to the lakefront. It suits spaces where authentic navigation documents and historically grounded maritime art are appreciated.
Color and Detail Note
Colors and tones may vary slightly due to differences in screen settings. Each print is created from high resolution imagery to ensure accurate reproduction and clear, detailed rendering of the original chart.
Frame not included.
© Archive Print Co. All rights reserved. Professionally restored and printed on museum grade materials.
Our prints are produced to museum standards. Each piece is printed on premium heavyweight archival matte paper (325gsm), the same quality used in museums and galleries, giving rich color, deep blacks, and excellent detail.
U.S. Orders – We ship all U.S. orders via USPS Priority, which typically delivers within 1–3 business days after drop-off. Orders are processed within 3–5 days, so you can expect delivery within 10–14 days from the time of ordering. Tracking information will be emailed to you as soon as your order ships.
International Orders – For international customers, we offer the "Print Only" option to ensure faster delivery and reduce shipping costs. International orders may take 2–3 weeks for delivery due to customs processes. Please note that clients are responsible for any customs fees. Tracking information will be provided via email once your order ships.
Returns
We want you to be fully satisfied with your artwork. If you feel your art isn’t the right fit for your home, you may initiate a return within 14 days of purchase. We’ll provide a full refund, and U.S. clients will receive a prepaid return label. For international returns, clients are responsible for return shipping costs, with a full refund provided upon receipt of the return.
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