{"product_id":"dismal-swamp-on-map-1867-virginia-north-carolina-vintage-art-print-redkalion","title":"Dismal Swamp on Map: 1867 Virginia \u0026 North Carolina Vintage Art Print | RedKalion","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 1867 vintage map, titled 'Dismal Swamp Canal, Virginia and North Carolina,' offers a precise cartographic snapshot of a critical American waterway. Created during the post-Civil War Reconstruction era, it details the canal's engineering and the surrounding Great Dismal Swamp's topography with period-specific engraving techniques. The map serves as both a historical document and a work of art, reflecting 19th-century surveying methods and aesthetic conventions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHistorical Context of the Dismal Swamp Map\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePublished in 1867, this map captures the Dismal Swamp Canal at a pivotal moment. The canal, initially constructed in the early 1800s to facilitate trade, is depicted with navigational clarity, highlighting its role in regional commerce. The surrounding swamp area, a vast wetland straddling Virginia and North Carolina, is rendered with intricate detail, showcasing flora and hydrology typical of the period's cartographic style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eArtistic and Stylistic Analysis\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a vintage map, this piece exemplifies mid-19th-century engraving, characterized by fine linework, elegant typography, and subtle shading. The depiction of the Dismal Swamp on the map uses hatch marks and symbols to denote marshland, while the canal is emphasized with bold lines, creating a visual hierarchy. This approach not only served practical navigation but also conveyed a sense of order over the untamed landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRedKalion's premium art print preserves these nuances, allowing modern viewers to appreciate the map's historical significance and artistic merit. Our reproduction ensures that every detail, from the cartographer's annotations to the aged paper texture, is faithfully captured.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePrint Specifications \u0026amp; Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAvailable Sizes:\u003c\/b\u003e 75×100 cm \/ 30×40″, 40×50 cm \/ 16×20″, 21×29.7 cm \/ 8×12″\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaper Finishing:\u003c\/b\u003e Matte, uncoated, natural white (off-white)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAcid-Free:\u003c\/b\u003e pH above 7 to prevent yellowing over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaper Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e 250 gsm (110 lb) | Thickness: 0.29 mm (11.4 mils)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSustainable Paper:\u003c\/b\u003e FSC-certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore this detailed Dismal Swamp on map print to bring a piece of American history into your home or office. RedKalion's commitment to archival quality ensures it remains a lasting tribute to 19th-century cartography.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RedKalion","offers":[{"title":"21x29.7 cm \/ 8x12\"","offer_id":51426448539936,"sku":"Dismal-Swamp-on-Map:-1867-Virginia-\u0026-North-Carolina-Vintage-Art-Print-|-RedKalion-SML","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40x50 cm \/ 16x20″","offer_id":51426448572704,"sku":"Dismal-Swamp-on-Map:-1867-Virginia-\u0026-North-Carolina-Vintage-Art-Print-|-RedKalion-MED","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75x100 cm \/ 30x40″","offer_id":51426448605472,"sku":"Dismal-Swamp-on-Map:-1867-Virginia-\u0026-North-Carolina-Vintage-Art-Print-|-RedKalion-LRG","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/9574\/8896\/files\/Dismal-Swamp-on-Map_-1867-Virginia-_-North-Carolina-Vintage-Art-Print-_-RedKalion.webp?v=1775408052","url":"https:\/\/redkalion.com\/products\/dismal-swamp-on-map-1867-virginia-north-carolina-vintage-art-print-redkalion","provider":"RedKalion","version":"1.0","type":"link"}