HOVER TO INSPECT · CLICK TO ZOOMWe Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank Modest Mouse Poster
16×20 in · 29.7 × 42 cmClassic single piece$46.99$27.99 ▾
Secure payment · free 14-day returnsthe USA
Shipping & returns
What are the shipping costs?
Shipping is a small flat fee (from $4.90) and becomes FREE once your order reaches the free-shipping threshold ($39). The exact cost is always shown in your cart before you pay.
When will my order ship?
Every poster is made to order and printed in the USA, then shipped fast · usually within a few business days. You'll get a tracking link in your shipping confirmation so you can follow it to your door.
Returns & damage
Not happy? You have 14 days to return it. Arrived damaged in transit? Send us a photo and we'll reprint and reship it free · no return needed.
Questions?
Anything not covered here, just reach us at [email protected].
Posters & frames
Every cold poster is made to order and printed in the USA on heavyweight matte paper · rich, true-to-cover color with no glare or cheap gloss.
Choose it unframed (it ships rolled in a rigid tube, ready for any standard off-the-shelf frame) or framed. Framed orders arrive with your print already mounted behind a shatterproof front and hanging hardware included · ready to hang out of the box.
Four sizes, all in inches so they fit standard US frames: 11×14, 16×20, 18×24 and 24×36.
Frequently bought together
Everything about this print
Every cold poster is made to order and printed in the USA on heavyweight matte paper · rich, true-to-cover color with no glare or cheap gloss.
Choose it unframed (it ships rolled in a rigid tube, ready for any standard off-the-shelf frame) or framed. Framed orders arrive with your print already mounted behind a shatterproof front and hanging hardware included · ready to hang out of the box.
Four sizes, all in inches so they fit standard US frames: 11×14, 16×20, 18×24 and 24×36.
Posters you'll actually want on your wall.
- Made to order & printed in the USA
- Heavyweight matte paper, true-to-cover color
- Tracked delivery on every order
- Framed or unframed, four inch sizes
- Original designs · not mass-printed stock
What are the shipping costs?
Shipping is a small flat fee (from $4.90) and becomes FREE once your order reaches the free-shipping threshold ($39). The exact cost is always shown in your cart before you pay.
When will my order ship?
Every poster is made to order and printed in the USA, then shipped fast · usually within a few business days. You'll get a tracking link in your shipping confirmation so you can follow it to your door.
Returns & damage
Not happy? You have 14 days to return it. Arrived damaged in transit? Send us a photo and we'll reprint and reship it free · no return needed.
Questions?
Anything not covered here, just reach us at [email protected].
Photos are for illustration; colors may vary slightly in print. Props shown in photos are not included.
cold is an independent print studio and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or licensed by the artists, labels, teams or brands referenced. All trademarks and copyrights belong to their respective owners.
If you are a rights holder and would like a design removed, contact us at [email protected].
We collab with the world's best up-and-coming artists
Exceptional Print Quality
We combine the finest materials with museum-grade giclée printing to produce fine art paper prints that transform any room.
Carefully curated
We hand-select each artist. Quality over quantity: a trusted source of bold, expressive artworks that effortlessly transform your home.
Backing independent artists
Run by creatives for creatives. Our mission is to increase the flow of money to the grassroots of the arts, which in turn helps bolster its future.
More from this collection
How to hang & care for it
1 · Unbox & unroll
Lay the print flat for a few hours so it relaxes before you hang or frame it.
2 · Hang it
Framed prints arrive with hanging hardware ready to go. For unframed prints use a standard frame, clips or magnetic rails.
3 · Care
Keep it out of direct sunlight and dust the surface gently with a dry, soft cloth.
The short answer
What is the We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank poster?
This is an art print of the album cover for We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank by Modest Mouse, made for display on a wall. It brings the cover's mood and visual style into a room as a standalone piece you can frame or hang as it is.
The story behind the cover
The Cover Art on the Wall
The cover of We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank reads more as a mood than a message, with a quiet, slightly uneasy atmosphere that fits the title's sense of something already lost. Its colors and composition feel restrained rather than loud, so the image rewards a longer look the more time you spend with it.
That restraint makes it a good fit for a wall where you want character without crowding the room. Hung in a living room, bedroom, or hallway, the print sets a reflective, slightly wry tone, and it sits comfortably beside other music posters or on its own above a shelf.
Why this Modest Mouse We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank print stands out
Why This Print Works on a Wall
The print reproduces the album artwork faithfully, so the colors, shapes, and composition you know from the cover carry over to a larger, wall-ready format. It is made to be displayed, whether you choose a frame for a finished look or hang it unframed for a simpler feel.
- ✓Printed in the USA on heavyweight matte paper that softens glare and holds up to everyday viewing.
- ✓Choose framed or unframed, depending on whether you want a polished finish or an easy-to-change display.
- ✓Available in several sizes, from a compact piece for a shelf or hallway to a larger format for a feature wall.
Modest Mouse We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank poster, FAQ
Frequently asked
What size should I choose for my wall?
Should I buy it framed or unframed?
How should I care for the print?
Page summary for search & AI assistants
A Moody Cover Print for Your Wall
This art print reproduces the cover of Modest Mouse's We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank for display in your home. It offers a reflective, understated image that suits living spaces, shelves, and hallways.
- Printed in the USA on heavyweight matte paper
- Framed or unframed to match your space
- Available in several sizes, including a larger format
Sign up to our newsletter
New drops and offers, straight to your inbox.
By submitting your email you agree to receive marketing emails from us. You can unsubscribe at any time. See our Terms & Privacy Policy.Size chart
All posters follow the ISO A series, so they fit any standard off-the-shelf frame. Printed edge to edge, with no white border.
| Size | Centimetres | Inches (US) | Millimetres (UK/AU) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11×14 in | 21 × 29.7 cm | 8.3 × 11.7" | 210 × 297 mm |
| 16×20 in | 29.7 × 42 cm | 11.7 × 16.5" | 297 × 420 mm |
| 18×24 in | 42 × 59.4 cm | 16.5 × 23.4" | 420 × 594 mm |
| 24×36 in | 59.4 × 84.1 cm | 23.4 × 33.1" | 594 × 841 mm |
How each size reads on a wall
A2 and A1 work best above a sofa or a bed.
About our frames
Unframed
Ships rolled in a rigid tube, ready for any standard off-the-shelf frame.
Black, aluminium
Anodised aluminium profile with a plexiglass front. Light, impact-resistant and it will not warp or yellow over the years.
Chrome, aluminium
Same aluminium build in a polished chrome finish, with plexiglass glazing for lightness and longevity.
Every frame ships assembled with the print already mounted, plus hanging hardware.