We mounted this on cork board under my son's twin loft.  It is practically the perfect size, in height and width.  He LOVES it!  The antique color/look goes well with the colors of his room (tan/beige, navy, and olive green).  It is perfect for a boy's (of any age) room, office, etc.  Very professional and well done.  It arrived rolled inside a stiff plastic tube, and that was in a larger cardboard rectangle.  We are VERY satisfied and thrilled.