FAQ

  • Accessibility

    This site is designed to be compliant with current web accessibility standards, however if you're having trouble accessing any area of the site please call (212) 226-2207 or email gallery@posteritati.com.

  • Returns

    Most orders are returnable if we're notified within 48 hours of receipt and the items are returned promptly and in the same condition as they were received. Website orders for local pickup are returnable within 7 days of the order date. Custom frames are not refundable. Orders for items that we sourced are not returnable unless the item is not as described. UPS is our preferred shipping method for returns. Shipping charges are not refundable. If an order shipped free, outbound shipping charges may be deducted from the refund amount at our discretion. All walk in sales are final sale.

  • Can you find a poster for me?

    Can't find what you're looking for? Ask us to source it for you! Click 'Enquire' on a sold item page, or contact us for more information. Please note, when we source items, they are not eligible for free shipping, promo codes are not applicable, and they are not returnable unless they're not as described.

  • How does your rewards program work?

    Registered users may earn and spend reward points on most purchases, excluding gift cards or special orders. Earn 1 point for every $1 spent, 20 points can be redeemed for $1 in value toward a new purchase. Reward points are not applicable toward sales tax or shipping charges. Reward points have no cash value and are not transferable. Our Rewards Progran may be changed, suspended or terminated at any time without notice.

  • Do you offer custom framing?

    Yes, we offer full archival framing services.

  • Do you offer linen-backing and restoration services?

    Yes

  • How do condition gradings work?

    We list our posters in what we deem their appropriate condition grading based on our own system. If you are concerned about condition details, please contact us and we’ll provide a condition report with additional pictures.

  • Do you do rentals?

    We offer rentals for photo/film shoots, events or any other short term use. Any item we have in stock is rentable. Contact us for more information.

  • Do you offer appraisals?

    We offer written appraisals of movie poster collections large or small. Contact us for more information.

  • Do you have a physical space?

    Yes! Our gallery has rotating poster exhibits on display and computer kiosks with our database of current inventory. Customers can browse, save lists, and we’ll pull out anything you’d like to see in person. Our entire collection is on the premises. We also have binders of photographs, lobby cards, U.S. and international ephemera, small posters, and more to physically browse.

  • Can I see posters in person?

    If it's an in stock item, yes. However, if you’re coming in to look at one specific item it’s best to let us know. We have a rotating selection of posters on loan to local art-house theaters and it's possible the item you’re interested in is not in house. In this case we will retrieve the item within a day.

  • Do you sell reproductions?

    No. We specialize in original posters and guarantee everything we sell as such.

  • Do you print posters?

    No, we don’t offer printing services.

  • Do you sell gift certificates?

    Yes. Gift cards are available to purchase online in any amount between $20 and $1,000 and can be delivered via email or postal mail. Contact us for amounts over $1,000. Gift cards may be redeemed in person, over the phone, or online. One gift card per online order. If you need multiple gift cards, please place separate orders or contact us.

  • Why is there an R before the year on some posters?

    While browsing our collection you may see the letter R precede a year, eg. R1976. This refers to a theatrical re-release of a film. Studios and distributors often re-release popular movies into theaters—Casablanca, for example, has been released in theaters over a dozen times since it's first release in 1942. Re-release posters are not reproductions. Some re-release posters are more sought after than original posters for their unique artwork or design—the R1966 U.S. one sheet for North by Northwest, for example.

  • Why do some posters have actual dimensions in addition to size?

    Some of our listings have both a size and actual dimensions. Movie posters come by standard size by country but can vary by up to a few inches. In this case, our inventory is listed under its standard size with the added detail of actual dimensions. The actual dimensions are the size of the specific item.

  • Can I pay something off over time?

    Yes, we offer interest-free payment plans. A minimum 20% non-refundable deposit is required. Please contact us to get started. We also offer 'Buy Now Pay Later' options via PayPal.

  • Does my poster come with a frame?

    Very few posters we sell come pre-framed. Otherwise, we offer custom framing with $60 flat rate domestic shipping.

  • Do you buy posters?

    Yes. We will consider collections of all sizes, whether it's a single item or thousands of items. Please contact us with a brief description and photos (if possible) of what it is you're looking to sell.

  • Does Posteritati host events?

    Yes! Please contact us if you’re interested in hosting an event at the gallery.