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"Maine is a joy in the summer. But the soul of Maine is more apparent in the winter." - Paul Theroux
Admitted to the Union in 1820 as the 23rd state, Maine is famous for its rocky Atlantic coastline, abundance of moose and stunning vistas of Acadia National Park. Its many wonders also include; the easternmost lighthouses in the U.S., over 40,000 acres of wild blueberries, and, of course, Maine lobster!
Maine also lays claim to some interesting and unique U.S. facts: it’s the only state whose name is one syllable; the only state that borders exactly one other state; and is the most rural of the 48 lower U.S. states. Additionally, Mount Katahdin (the highest peak in Maine at 5,269 feet) is the endpoint of the world-renowned Appalachian Trail.
For thousands of years before white European settlement, the original inhabitants of the area that is now Maine were the Algonquian-speaking peoples of the Wabanaki Confederacy, including the Passamaquoddy, Maliseet, Penobscot, Androscoggin, and the Kennebec. Today, Maine attracts visitors from all over the world drawn to the natural beauty and plentiful recreation.
The Maine Map is 18" wide by 24" tall.
Looking for a custom matted and framed piece? Choose from Montana hand-scraped pine, antique maple burl, rustic Montana barn wood or reclaimed Flathead Lake larch. (Learn more about the Flathead Lake Larch here). You can also choose between green and blue mats. All frames come standard with conservation clear glass which is guaranteed 99% UV protection. Upgrade to Museum glass which also guarantees 99% UV protection but also provides ZERO GLARE - this is the quality glass you would find in gallery settings. You can also request a complete customization by emailing us.
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All Xplorer Maps lithographic maps are printed on heavy-duty, 80 lb. cover stock using only soy-based inks and 50% post-consumer product. The medium for Giclee prints is 100% cotton, MUSEO MAX, heavy rag with absolutely no optical brighteners. These giclee prints represent the finest original artwork reproduction in the industry and will appreciate in value approximately 5% annually for a true investment in art.
Every print is shipped in our unique and distinct “illustrated tube” that is safe and convenient for shipping, and travel as they fit in all standard carry-on-luggage.
A lot of map art is simply stock or "open source" imagery with a logo or small piece of custom art overlayed so that it can then be marketed as "original, custom, art". Xplorer Maps is different. Every single line, letter and image has been intricately rendered entirely by hand. Each is unique and original to every new map we create. These maps are truly custom and one of a kind!
The medium used by world-renowned illustrator Chris Robitaille for these hand-drawn maps is pen & ink with multiple layers of watercolor washes. Depending on the depth of detail in the map being rendered, the actual art process takes anywhere from 5-8 weeks.
The end result is an entirely custom, unique and original piece of art that has been fully vetted for "educational merit, historical and geographic accuracy and cultural relevance.
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The Thousand Islands are a group of more than 1,800 islands in the St. Lawrence...
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Originally purchased from the Russian Empire in 1867, Alaska became the 49th U.S. state on...
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Originally founded in 1630 by Puritan settlers, Boston was part of the original 13 colonies...
