Frequently Asked Questions
Taxes and Duties
All orders ship from Australia.
Some international orders may be subject to local VAT or import duties upon arrival. These are typically paid online or to the courier at delivery, and customers are notified clearly if any charges apply.
Below is a general guide for our most common destinations:
- United States
Maps are exempt from the US tariffs introduced in 2025. Orders to the US do not incur import duties, and your map will arrive without additional charges. We currently ship all US orders express at no extra cost. - Canada
Canada applies GST, PST, or HST depending on province or territory. These taxes may be charged as import duties upon arrival, with rates varying by location. - New Zealand
Import duties are rarely applied to our products. In some cases, GST may be charged on higher-value orders in line with New Zealand import thresholds. - United Kingdom
UK orders are often delivered without import duties, particularly to residential addresses. However, VAT or handling charges may occasionally be applied depending on order value, delivery address, and carrier processing. - European Union
EU countries charge VAT on international purchases. VAT is typically collected as an import charge upon arrival, with rates varying by country. - Worldwide
Every country has different rules and thresholds. For most destinations, any charges are usually limited to local VAT or equivalent consumption tax (VAT, GST, etc.). We recommend checking your local import regulations if you’re unsure.
Displaying, Mounting, Framing
If you’re framing a map, we recommend considering perspex/acrylic instead of glass for the largest prints (e.g the Wild World limited editions). This is generally lighter, safer, and more suitable for oversized frames. A mat board is not essential – all prints include a generous white border for framing.
The laminated posters do not require framing. There are plenty of simple, cost-effective ways to hang them without a frame:
- Magnetic poster hangers – our favourite option. For example, these on Amazon. For Wild World posters we recommend the 55” option for the Large (50") print, or 39” and 30” options for the Medium and Small sizes respectively.
- Binder clips with nails, hooks, or pushpins.
- Thumb tacks or pushpins.
When your map arrives, we suggest allowing it a few days to naturally flatten out after unrolling. If you have any questions about display and framing, please email us at welcome@antonthomasart.com
Posters: Choosing Un-laminated vs. Laminated
All posters are available un-laminated or laminated.
- Un-laminated: ideal for framing.
- Laminated: ideal if you don't plan to frame it. Laminates are highly durable (perfect for kids!), with a beautiful matte finish — no gloss or reflection. For more info about mounting/display, see the question below.
Difference between Limited Edition Prints and Posters
Limited editions are fine art-quality giclée prints. They’re printed with rich archival pigment inks on heavy 300gsm natural cotton rag — a beautiful paper with subtle texture and incredible detail. Each edition is produced in limited quantities to enhance its value and rarity. Every print is hand-signed and uniquely numbered by the artist, and comes with a matching Certificate of Authenticity. Once an edition sells out, prints of that size cannot be reproduced again.
Posters are high-quality inkjet prints on a more lightweight 180gsm paper, making them more affordable and appropriate for laminating. They’re also printed with archival inks, ensuring their colours won’t fade.
No matter which version you choose, all maps are thoughtfully sized for clarity and detail, ensuring a beautiful viewing experience at every level.
Custom sizes, Wholesale, Education discounts
Do you want a custom-sized print? Are you interested in wholesale pricing, or maps for your school?
Email welcome@antonthomasart.com to discuss.
Is your question not answered here? Just get in touch at welcome@antonthomasart.com!