Basins, Ridges & Icebound Depths — Arctic Ocean Floor Wall Map (1971)

A sculptural portrait of the polar seafloor. This Arctic Ocean Floor sheet—published by National Geographic in October 1971 as a companion to the Arctic Ocean map—renders continental shelves, abyssal plains, mid-ocean ridges, fracture zones, and other submarine landforms in crisp, legible bathymetry. It’s a striking blend of science and design—made to study, admire, and display.

More Than a Map – A Testament to History

This isn’t just wall art—it’s a reference frame for how scientists visualised the high-latitude seabed in the early 1970s. Read the ocean floor like a relief sculpture: trace spreading ridges, shelf breaks, and deep basins that shape currents, climate, and exploration routes. Ideal for educators, oceanographers, designers, and collectors, it stands alone beautifully and pairs perfectly with National Geographic’s 1971 Arctic Ocean surface map.

Hang it in studios, libraries, classrooms, museums, offices, or at home to invite reflection, study, and conversation.

Premium Materials & Finishes

We treat history with the respect it deserves. That’s why we offer multiple formats, each produced using high-quality materials and modern archival printing.

🌟 Archival Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight 160gsm archival-grade paper.
Smooth matte finish reduces glare and preserves fine linework and labels.
Ideal for framing under glass—clean, timeless, and built to last.

💎 Laminated Edition
Encapsulated in two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate using true thermal bonding—not just surface lamination.
Moisture-resistant, wipe-clean surface—perfect for classrooms and high-traffic reference spaces.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered rails with a fitted hanging cord—ready to display. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

🏆 Museum-Quality Canvas
Printed on heavyweight 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas for rich texture and exceptional strength.
Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks deliver deep tone and crisp typography that endure for generations.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered to enhance the wood grain; top cord for effortless hanging—elegant in any setting. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

Specifications

Why Choose This Map

✔ Seafloor, Revealed: Read basins, ridges, and shelf edges in sculpted bathymetric detail.
✔ Clear & Scholarly: Designed for room-distance impact and rewarding close study.
✔ Perfect Pairing: Complements National Geographic’s 1971 Arctic Ocean surface map.
✔ Archival Craft: Premium substrates and inks preserve contrast, labels, and linework for decades.
✔ Ready to Teach: An instant visual aid for oceanography, climate, and polar studies.

Our Commitment

We believe that preserving history is as important as telling it. Every map is printed locally in Australia using state-of-the-art technology, carefully checked by hand, and packed with care. From the moment it leaves our workshop to the day it hangs on your wall, we ensure quality you can trust and a legacy you’ll be proud to share.

Bring the polar seabed into focus. Order the Arctic Ocean Floor (1971) today—a faithful, beautifully produced sheet that turns a room into a conversation.