How to Sell Art Prints in Australia
The best platforms for selling art prints in Australia are eBay and Etsy. Limited editions with provenance command premiums; frame condition matters if selling framed. Pack carefully — damage in transit is your responsibility.
Best Platforms for Art Prints
eBay
FreeAustralia's largest marketplace with 12M+ monthly users. Strong search traffic for art prints and built-in buyer protection.
Etsy
6.5% feeStrong market for vintage and handmade items. Good for art prints with a unique or artisan angle.
Pricing Art Prints
Signed limited edition prints from known Australian artists sell for $100-1,000+. Unsigned decorative prints sell for $20-50. Framing adds value but also adds shipping cost and breakage risk. Consider selling unframed and letting the buyer frame to their taste. Ship flat in rigid mailers.
Market context: Australians spent a record $82.6 billion online in 2025, up 14% year on year.
Source: Australia Post eCommerce Report, 2026
Where to Source Art Prints in Australia
Estate sales and op shops are the primary sources. Look for signed and numbered prints — these are limited editions with real value. Australian artists (Pro Hart, Ken Done, Brett Whiteley prints) have a strong local market. Even unsigned vintage posters from the right era or subject have value.
Photography Tips for Art Prints
Photograph without glass reflection — shoot at an angle or remove from frame. Show the signature, edition number, and any gallery labels on the back. Even lighting across the whole print is essential. Note dimensions.
Shipping Fragile Items
- Use double-walled boxes for anything breakable. Single-wall cardboard isn't enough for Australian postal handling.
- Wrap each item individually in bubble wrap with at least 3cm of padding on every side.
- Fill empty space with scrunched packing paper — items that move inside the box during transit get damaged.
- Mark the outside of the box as FRAGILE with a marker or tape, though carriers treat everything the same regardless.
- Australia Post Parcel Post with tracking is the minimum. For items over $200, add insurance or use registered post.
- Photograph the item packed and sealed before dropping it off. This protects you in damage disputes.
Sell Art Prints on Each Platform
Each platform has different strengths for art prints. Check the individual guides for platform-specific tips.
What Sellers Say
“Sellers who lowered their shipping price and increased the item price saw sales almost double.”
— Australian Depop community observation, 2026
“What band are you on? Once you hit Band 3 on MyPost Business the savings really kick in.”
— Australian Depop Sellers Facebook group, 2026
“Don't respond to post-sale requests for extra shipping money. It's on the seller — they should price accordingly.”
— Australian Depop Sellers Facebook group consensus, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best platform to sell art prints in Australia?
eBay is generally the strongest platform for art prints in Australia, followed by Etsy. Limited editions with provenance command premiums; frame condition matters if selling framed
How much can I make selling art prints?
Signed limited edition prints from known Australian artists sell for $100-1,000+. Unsigned decorative prints sell for $20-50. Framing adds value but also adds shipping cost and breakage risk. Consider selling unframed and letting the buyer frame to their taste. Ship flat in rigid mailers.
Where can I source art prints for resale in Australia?
Estate sales and op shops are the primary sources. Look for signed and numbered prints — these are limited editions with real value. Australian artists (Pro Hart, Ken Done, Brett Whiteley prints) have a strong local market. Even unsigned vintage posters from the right era or subject have value.
How should I price used art prints?
Signed limited edition prints from known Australian artists sell for $100-1,000+. Unsigned decorative prints sell for $20-50. Framing adds value but also adds shipping cost and breakage risk. Consider selling unframed and letting the buyer frame to their taste. Ship flat in rigid mailers. Always check recently sold listings on eBay (filter by "Sold" and "AU Only") to get current market pricing rather than relying on active listing prices, which are often inflated.
What shipping method works best for art prints?
Art Prints requires careful packaging. Use bubble wrap, foam inserts, and a sturdy box with at least 5cm padding on all sides. Australia Post Parcel Post with tracking is the standard option. For higher-value items, consider insurance or registered post. Always photograph the item packed and the shipping label as proof.
Sell Art Prints Across Multiple Platforms
List your art prints once and crosslist to eBay, Etsy automatically. When an item sells on one platform, Shopfront marks it as sold everywhere — no double-selling, no manual updates.
Start Crosslisting FreeAU Reselling Market Data
9.8 million Australian households shopped online in 2025 — a new record.
Source: Australia Post eCommerce Report, 2026
85%+ of Australian households have unwanted or unused items.
Source: Statista, 2022