{"product_id":"prince-william-sound-alaska-nautical-chart-map-2023-art-print-redkalion","title":"Prince William Sound Alaska Nautical Chart Map 2023 Art Print | RedKalion","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 2023 Prince William Sound Alaska nautical chart map art print offers a precise cartographic depiction of this iconic Alaskan waterway. Created for navigational accuracy, it details coastal contours, bathymetric data, and navigational aids, serving as both a functional maritime tool and a striking piece of wall art.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHistorical \u0026amp; Cartographic Context of This Prince William Sound Map\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrince William Sound, named for the future King William IV by Captain James Cook in 1778, has been charted since the 18th century. This 2023 edition reflects modern hydrographic surveys, capturing the sound's complex fjords, islands like Montague and Hinchinbrook, and the Columbia Glacier terminus. The map's technical rigor ensures it meets contemporary NOAA standards while its aesthetic clarity makes it suitable for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Stylistic Analysis of the Nautical Chart\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe map employs a restrained color palette typical of nautical charts: deep blues for water, subtle gradients for depth soundings, and crisp black typography for place names. Its grid system and compass roses provide orientation, while the inclusion of latitude\/longitude lines underscores its scientific precision. This design balances utility with visual elegance, avoiding decorative excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRedKalion's reproduction maintains the chart's original integrity, using archival-grade materials to ensure longevity. The uncoated matte paper minimizes glare, preserving the map's legibility and subtle tonal variations.\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\u003eIdeal for maritime enthusiasts, historians, or those seeking a sophisticated geographic accent, this Prince William Sound map art print combines authoritative cartography with RedKalion's commitment to museum-quality reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RedKalion","offers":[{"title":"21x29.7 cm \/ 8x12\"","offer_id":51400078295328,"sku":"Prince-William-Sound-Alaska-Nautical-Chart-Map-2023-Art-Print-|-RedKalion-SML","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40x50 cm \/ 16x20″","offer_id":51400078328096,"sku":"Prince-William-Sound-Alaska-Nautical-Chart-Map-2023-Art-Print-|-RedKalion-MED","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75x100 cm \/ 30x40″","offer_id":51400078360864,"sku":"Prince-William-Sound-Alaska-Nautical-Chart-Map-2023-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\/Prince-William-Sound-Alaska-Nautical-Chart-Map-2023-Art-Print-_-RedKalion.webp?v=1774973595","url":"https:\/\/redkalion.com\/products\/prince-william-sound-alaska-nautical-chart-map-2023-art-print-redkalion","provider":"RedKalion","version":"1.0","type":"link"}