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Old map of Antarctica, 1940

SKU:  189656

Old map of Antarctica, 1940

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The U.S. Hydrographical Office's compilation on Antarctica is an invaluable historical record of American exploration and research in the region until 1943. It includes data from various sources, spanning from the United States Exploring Expedition of 1839-1840 to the United States Antarctic Service missions of 1940-1941.

The compilation encompasses key historical events and expeditions, starting with the renowned United States Exploring Expedition, also known as the Wilkes Expedition, led by Lieutenant Charles Wilkes between 1838 and 1842. This expedition was the first U.S. government-funded scientific endeavor to explore and survey Antarctica, significantly contributing to early knowledge about the continent.

The compilation also incorporates information from other American expeditions that ventured into Antarctica during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, further adding to the understanding of the region's geography and natural features.

Among the notable expeditions included are those led by Admiral Richard E. Byrd, such as his missions in the late 1920s and early 1930s. Admiral Byrd's efforts were instrumental in advancing scientific research in Antarctica.

Additionally, the compilation covers any exploration or research conducted in Antarctica during World War II up to 1943. While scientific activities were somewhat limited during this period due to the war's demands, efforts to understand Antarctica's strategic importance persisted.

The compiled information encompasses various aspects, including the geography, topography, weather patterns, wildlife, and other scientific observations made during these expeditions. It also includes cartographic data and nautical charts, proving valuable for future explorations and navigations in the region.

Materials

Cotton canvas, matte photo paper, fine art paper, pigmented inks.

  • The canvas it's 99 % cotton, 450 gr/sqm;
  • The matte photo paper it's acid-free (archival paper), 190 gr/sqm;
  • The fine art photo paper it's satinated (semi-glossy), 140 gr/sqm.

Shipping & Returns

Dispatching time: 1-2 days.

* AirMail option: The orders will be sent by priority registered mail, usually via client National Post (USPS, Canada Post, Royal Mail, LaPoste, Deutsche Post, PostNL, etc). The delivery times are not guaranteed, sometimes it will take longer and these are beyond our control. Tracking number will be provided. Clients from US and Canada cannot track the parcels as the tracking numbers are not rolled in USPS and Canada Post systems.

* UPS standard: The orders will be sent with UPS expedited option. The delivery time it's between 5-11 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

* UPS express: : The orders will be sent with UPS express saver. The delivery time it's between 4-7 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

Framing tips

Both type of materials, paper and canvas prints come rolled and will be need to be taken to your local framers.

The image it's printed with a border of 0.6 " (1.5 cm), for framing purposes only.

If you have already a frame, be sure you send us the exact size of the print that will fit inside the frame. We're printing on vectorial plotters so the size could slightly be more or less with 0.4" (1 cm).

If you plan to have the canvas print stretched on wooden frame, you'll need additional border, so please let us know after placing the order.

The images above was cropped from the image at the biggest size available (keeping the best quality and aspect /ratio), so, for good details please choose biggest dimensions that will suit your preferences / space.

Care Instructions

The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.

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