END OF YEAR SALE: ENDS SOON
The Contiguous United States – Poster Print
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End of Year Sale. Enjoy 20% off all posters, with a further 25% off each additional map. Discount applied at checkout.
The Contiguous United States
This is a stunning crop from the larger odyssey, North America: Portrait of a Continent. It displays the entire 'Lower 48' United States, from the Pacific to the Atlantic.
Hand-drawn with pen and coloured pencil over a 5-year period, the North America map celebrates the continent's extraordinary variety. From wildlife to music, history to architecture, sports to indigenous culture. Inspired by Anton Thomas’s travels there, it offers a compelling and fresh perspective on a vast continent. This USA crop allows a focus on this incredible country.
✨ Multi-map discount: Buy one map, get a further 25% off every additional map in the order. Discount applies automatically.
Product Details
- 39 x 21" / 997 x 540mm
- Choose between un-laminated (best for framing) or laminated (durable, with a matte non-glossy finish)
- Printed on 180gsm premium matte paper using archival-quality ink
- Shows the entire USA (write something nice about USA)
✓ US customers: All US orders ship express with no additional charges. Maps are fully exempt from the new US tariffs, and the price you see at checkout is final.
✓ Free shipping is available in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, and most of Europe and Asia.
✓ Express shipping is available at checkout, and is currently free for the US, UK, and Australia.
Orders ship from Australia. Some international orders (excluding the US) may be subject to an import duty — see our Shipping & Taxes page for details.
As seen on
"A Remarkable Map." – National Geographic
FAQ's
Shipping & Taxes
All orders ship from Australia. Some international orders may be subject to your local VAT or import tax upon arrival (this does not apply to the USA, NZ, and usually the UK). For more details, please see the Taxes & Duties section on our Shipping Policy page.
US customers: thankfully, maps are exempt from the new global tariffs announced in 2025. No extra charges will apply upon arrival, the price you see here is final.
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.
Displaying, Mounting, Framing
If you’re framing a map, we recommend considering perspex/acrylic instead of glass for the largest prints (e.g the North America: Portrait of a Continent 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 The Contiguous United States posters we recommend the 39” option.
- Binder clips hung from 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
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 natural cotton 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?
We can accommodate all of these. Email welcome@antonthomasart.com with your request.
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