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Slimwood Silver · 36" x 48" · wall view
Archive Notes
| Genre | Nautical Chart |
| Artist | U.S. Coast & Geodetic Survey |
| Subject | Florida Reefs nautical chart |
| Circa | c. 1900–1930 |
| Medium | Giclée on 325gsm archival matte |
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Florida Reefs Nautical Chart Early 20th CenturyU.S. Coast & Geodetic Survey · c. 1900–1930
Archive Print Co. · archival reproduction
$80.00
Print only price · Shown framed
4.7567 customer reviews
Free U.S. shipping · arrives Oct 22 to Oct 29
Museum-grade archival paper
U.S. orders are printed and framed in the U.S.
30-day returns from delivery · damaged arrivals reprinted free
Archive Notes
| Genre | Nautical Chart |
| Artist | U.S. Coast & Geodetic Survey |
| Subject | Florida Reefs nautical chart |
| Circa | c. 1900–1930 |
| Medium | Giclée on 325gsm archival matte |
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We restore and reproduce vintage maps, charts and prints on museum-grade paper.
The Story Behind the Print
This Florida Reefs nautical chart captures the treacherous beauty of one of America's most challenging waterways during the early 20th century. Created by U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey cartographers, this hydrographic masterpiece maps the intricate coral reef system stretching along Florida's coast—a labyrinth that had claimed countless vessels since Spanish exploration began.
The chart represents a golden age of American maritime cartography, when steam-powered survey ships could finally chart these shallow, coral-studded waters with unprecedented precision. Every depth sounding, reef marker, and navigational aid was painstakingly recorded to guide mariners through passages that local pilots had jealously guarded for generations. The detailed bathymetry reveals nature's underwater architecture—where tropical waters meet razor-sharp coral in an endless dance of creation and destruction.
Printed on 325gsm museum-grade archival matte paper using fade-resistant giclée printing with archival inks, ensuring this vintage nautical chart maintains its rich detail for generations. Colors may vary slightly between screens and the finished piece — the print will always be richer.
About the Frame
Framed pieces are built to order in solid wood with clear acrylic glazing, dry-mounted artwork, a kraft paper dust cover, and hanging wire. Each piece arrives ready to hang. No mat. Satin Black has a 7/8-inch face and adds 1.25 inches to the total width and height. Slimwood Silver and Slimwood Gold have a 1 1/8-inch face and add 1.75 inches to the total width and height.
The selected size refers to the artwork itself. Framed orders are custom made and ship within 7 to 10 business days, free in the U.S. See our shipping and return policies for framed piece details.
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