{"product_id":"grand-rapids-city-map-art-print-premium-cartography-redkalion","title":"Grand Rapids City Map Art Print | Premium Cartography | RedKalion","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Grand Rapids city map art print captures the urban layout of Michigan's second-largest city with the precision of historical cartography and the aesthetic appeal of fine art. Created in the late 19th or early 20th century, the map reflects Grand Rapids' growth during its industrial heyday, when it emerged as a major center for furniture manufacturing and river commerce along the Grand River.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHistorical Context of the Grand Rapids City Map\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe map likely dates from the period between 1880 and 1920, a time of rapid expansion for Grand Rapids. It showcases key landmarks such as the Grand River, the city's street grid, and early industrial districts. This era saw the city transform from a small settlement into a bustling metropolis, with cartographers meticulously documenting its evolving infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStylistic Analysis of This City of Grand Rapids Map\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStylistically, the map employs a classic cartographic approach with clear typography, detailed street networks, and subtle color washes to denote different zones. The design balances functionality with artistry, using engraved lines and hand-colored elements that were common in pre-digital mapmaking. This makes it not just a navigational tool but a visual record of urban planning and architectural history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u0026lt;2\u0026gt;Print Specifications \u0026amp; Materials\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\u003eAt RedKalion, we specialize in museum-quality reproductions that honor the original craftsmanship of maps like this Grand Rapids city map. Our prints are ideal for historians, decorators, and anyone seeking to connect with Michigan's rich urban heritage through enduring art.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RedKalion","offers":[{"title":"21x29.7 cm \/ 8x12\"","offer_id":51368225014048,"sku":"Grand-Rapids-City-Map-Art-Print-|-Premium-Cartography-|-RedKalion-SML","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40x50 cm \/ 16x20″","offer_id":51368225046816,"sku":"Grand-Rapids-City-Map-Art-Print-|-Premium-Cartography-|-RedKalion-MED","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75x100 cm \/ 30x40″","offer_id":51368225079584,"sku":"Grand-Rapids-City-Map-Art-Print-|-Premium-Cartography-|-RedKalion-LRG","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/9574\/8896\/files\/Grand-Rapids-City-Map-Art-Print-_-Premium-Cartography-_-RedKalion.webp?v=1774262791","url":"https:\/\/redkalion.com\/products\/grand-rapids-city-map-art-print-premium-cartography-redkalion","provider":"RedKalion","version":"1.0","type":"link"}