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Went well and did job

Pick Up Rugs & Artwork

$100

Excellent highly recommend Gihan

Pick up Fridge, washing machine, rug, various boxes, small paintings

$300

Thanks so much Mina! So prompt!

MOVE 2 paintings, cane chair and 2 mirrors

$50

Very kind guy. Did the job very well and was responsive

I need someone to pick up two artworks before 2pm

$150

Super efficient and great to communicate with. Thanks Jamie

Pick up a painting 162x122 in size

$50

Fast and efficient service

Pick up/ drop off 2 x artwork today

$90

What's the average cost of an art removalist

$85 - $192

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$85

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$124

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$192

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Why book art removalists through Airtasker?

As you’re looking for help in relocating a treasured family piece, a fragile canvas, or a statement sculpture, you want someone who’ll treat it with the same care you do. Airtasker makes that easy. 

To get started, just post a task in just a few minutes, compare quotes, and choose from local removalists with proven experience in handling fine art. Every Tasker has ratings, reviews, and badges you can browse, so you know exactly who you’re trusting with your valuables.

Whether you’re an artist sending pieces to auction houses or commercial galleries, a collector rearranging your home, or simply moving house and wanting your valuable artwork handled properly, Airtasker helps you contact skilled art removalists without the fuss. With flexible scheduling, upfront pricing, and removalists who genuinely know how to pack, lift, and transport delicate items, art removals in Australia suddenly feel a whole lot smoother.

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Top Art Removals related questions

Shipping artwork in Australia generally costs $80 to $400, depending on the size, fragility, distance, and whether any custom packing is needed. Large or high-value pieces (especially those requiring crating or climate-controlled transport) can go upwards of $600. Many Airtasker removalists offer competitive local rates, making it a budget-friendly way to move individual artworks or collections.

Yes, most artwork purchases in Australia are subject to 10% GST. Imported art may also attract duties or taxes depending on its value, type, and origin. Original artworks, antiques, and limited-edition prints each fall under specific tax rules, so it’s worth double-checking with the ATO if you’re unsure about your particular item or transaction.

A reasonable budget for art removals in Australia typically ranges from $100 to $350 for local moves involving a few pieces. Costs increase for fragile, oversized, or high-value items that need specialised packing or multiple removalists. If you’re arranging gallery deliveries, expect to factor in protective materials, extra handling time, or custom crating.

A professional art courier service is a specialist trained to pack, handle, and transport artworks with extra care. They use protective wrapping, secure tie-down methods, and suitable vehicles to ensure paintings, prints, and sculptures stay safe throughout the move. Art courier businesses are often used by artists, galleries, and collectors who need added peace of mind during transport.

Keep an eye out for removalists who show up without proper packing materials, offer vague or shifting pricing, rush through the job, or refuse to explain how they’ll protect your artwork. Reliable art removalists communicate clearly, bring the right gear, and take their time handling fragile items. If something feels off, trust your gut and look for a Tasker with strong reviews and proven experience.

What do art removals services include?

Art removals on Airtasker typically include all the essentials needed to transport your artwork safely and securely. From local moving to gallery deliveries, you’ll find removalists who understand the unique care fine art requires.

Here’s what’s typically included in an art removals service:

Packing and protective wrapping for artwork

Professional art removalists know that proper packing is half the job of art logistics solutions. If needed, you can ask your Taskers to provide packing and protective wrapping on top of your art moving service. 

This may include wrapping canvases, framed pieces, sculptures, and mixed-media artworks using acid-free materials, glassine, foam corner protectors, bubble wrap, and other museum-grade supplies with careful detail and quality.

For fragile or high-value items, expert art handlers may reinforce artwork with cardboard sleeves or crate-ready padding. These prevent scratches, vibration damage, and moisture exposure during fine art transportation.

Custom art crating and specialised art packaging

For oversized or unusually shaped pieces, you can book Taskers who offer custom crating and white glove delivery for your unique needs. They can build on-the-spot wooden crates, reinforced boxes, or fitted foam housing to keep artwork stable during transit.

This expertise is particularly helpful for sculptures, antiques, installation art, or pieces that require extra structural support or storage for secure transportation. Many private art collectors request custom crating from art handlers when transporting pieces across long distances or shipping items interstate.

Safe artwork loading, transportation, and unloading

Airtasker connects you with artwork removalists who know how to safely load and secure pieces using straps, blankets, anchors, and no-shift positioning. For both local art transport in major cities and interstate removals through regional areas, Taskers can help ensure your items stay protected from bumps, drops, and sudden shifts. They’ll also handle careful unloading, placement, or temporary staging at your destination, which is useful for gallery setups or studio rearrangements.

Artwork installation and setup assistance

If you need help setting up your artwork after the move, you can request installation support when posting your task. Some Taskers may assist with hanging framed pieces, mounting sculptures, or positioning large artworks for display. They may bring levelers, anchors, hooks, and other hardware. 

If you need help preparing a space before an exhibit or want assistance placing artwork in your home, you can also find Taskers who can help with the finishing touches.

Handling oversized or delicate art pieces

Fine art removalists on Airtasker can help relocate extra-large canvases, glass artworks, mixed-media pieces, stone sculptures, or fragile vintage items. They can also collaborate with additional Taskers for heavy lifting, coordinate tight hallway navigation, or provide padding and protective barriers for challenging spaces.

If you’re moving other special items like professional pianos, pool tables, or antiques, you can also get help through Airtasker.

Recent Art Removals tasks

Move large painting

$50

Paddington NSW, Australia

12th Jun 2026

Move painting with measurements 214x 153 from Paddington to Alexandria

Helped move a painting, great job thanks

Pick up paintings- 4 tonne truck needed

$350

Bondi NSW, Australia

11th Jun 2026

3 paintings - 2.5m x 1.8m (2 of them) and 1 of them is 3.5m x 1.8m 2 of them are picked up from parramatta (Philip st) - this one must be picked up before 12pm And the third one is from north Bondi (Owen st) Can pickup either or first - then drop off to Bankstown All lightweight, but needs a truck Pickup location: Bondi NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Bankstown NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Good man . Thankyou

Help move piece of artwork & a radio

$20

Burleigh Heads QLD 4220, Australia

11th Jun 2026

A large piece of artwork Pickup location: Burleigh Heads QLD, Australia Drop-off location: Burleigh Heads QLD, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Help transporting items from Display Gallery to office in the city

$300

Neutral Bay NSW, Australia

10th Jun 2026

Tasker must have their own vehicle. Tasker must be careful of certain fragile items This will fit in a van easily * marketing materials, brochures, etc * finishes sample materials, small tile samples etc * 4 x stools * 1 tall standing lamp * 4-6 boxes of kitchenware * 1 x painting (medium size) * 4-6 boxes of alcahol * ad-hoc smaller items Pickup location: Neutral Bay NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Sydney Central Business District NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Very helpful and diligent

Move washing machine, fridge, Chester box painting and tv

$200

Ivanhoe VIC 3079, Australia

10th Jun 2026

I need someone who can.trasport fridge washing machine, tv, Chester box, and painting to kennards storage in Abbotsford. Please only respond if you have the proper equipment, ie. Loading the washing machine into van etc.

Move artwork from Hawthorn gallery to Seddon home

$120

Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

9th Jun 2026

Artwork - dimensions 140cm x 210cm Pickup location: Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia Drop-off location: Seddon VIC 3011, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Ben was very helpful, incredibly timely and professional.

Transfer paintings from Knoxfield to Caulfield

$120

Knoxfield VIC, Australia

8th Jun 2026

Pick up today between 8-10am. Pick up approx 20 paintings on canvass…mixed sizes. From Knoxfield and take to Caulfield

Amazing service. Communicated well and did it all at last minute

Van to move paintings asap

$70

Northcote VIC, Australia

7th Jun 2026

Paintings x 4 - i’ll help move them. Two of us to come in the van please Pickup location: Northcote VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Coburg VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

ThankYou - so very kind & helpful at a moment of need. Really appreciate you Javier. Good luck with everything

Help me move an artwork 1.7 x 1.3m

$50

Northcote VIC, Australia

7th Jun 2026

We are moving a 1.7m x 1.2m painting. We won’t need much help carrying and handling as it just doesn’t fit in our car. Pickup location: Northcote VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Ivanhoe VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

Atilla helped us transport this beautiful painting. He was swift, easy to communicate, helped carry our work safely. I highly recommend him and will use him again.

Move 1x Queen Mattress and a large painting

$100

Dianella WA, Australia

2nd Jun 2026

1x queen mattress (need help taking stored stuff off the top, as I have injured my arms) 1x large 1200x1200 painting in a box Pickup location: Dianella WA, Australia Drop-off location: Brabham WA, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Thank you so much, efficient!

Help move fridge boxes and painting from double bay to edgeciff

$200

Double Bay NSW, Australia

2nd Jun 2026

Help move a fridge, a fragile 1.5m x 1.5m painting, a light, some boxes plus remove and throw away plants from my first floor apartment in double bay to an underground storage garage under the edgecliff centre which has a height limit of about 2.2m (I've had a Toyota hi Ace in there before.

These guys are great. Fast communication. On time. Friendly. And did a super quick effective job managing some difficult logistics and expensive fragile paintings.

Move paintings to art gallery Glenfield to Oran Park

$70

Glenfield, New South Wales

31st May 2026

Relocate about 20 paintings from Glenfield to Oran park

Excellent thank you

Move my plants & artworks

$150

Kensington VIC, Australia

28th May 2026

Plants and pots, artworks, standing lamp and a few boxes. Pickup location: Kensington VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Footscray VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

Michael is a LEGEND! I expected the task to take 3 hours or more with me as part of the labour, but Michael did it under 2 hrs (incl. driving from A to Z) and did 99.9% of the heavy lifting all by himself. I just stood and looked pretty. Super efficient, great attitude and very careful with my things, Michael is simply awesome. I’m so grateful for Michael’s help. He made a stressful moving experience into a hassle free and happy one. 11/10

Pick up artwork and mirror and drive from Woonona to Bondi junction

$180

Woonona NSW, Australia

28th May 2026

To pick up an artwork from a property and transport to bondi junction

Excellent to deal with

Move a few belongings mostly paintings from Merrylands to Glenfield

$200

Merrylands West NSW 2160, Australia

27th May 2026

Pick up a man and a few belongings mostly paintings from Merrylands to Glenfield you’ll need and large van

Excellent thank you very much

Move fridge, double bed frame, mattress, couch, TV and paintings

$200

Brighton-Le-Sands NSW, Australia

26th May 2026

Move fridge, double bed frame, mattress, couch, TV and paintings from unit to a house. Will need 2 people and trolleys + blankets to cover. Paintings need to be transported safely. Likely need a 3T truck, everything won't fit in a van. Access limited at unit for 3T truck so I can get access to park the van on the footpath temporarily. Pickup location: Brighton-Le-Sands NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Chifley NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Great service, thank you. The guys were friendly and careful with all of our belongings. Would definitely book again 🙏

Move 2 paintings and a dining suite

$250

Paddington NSW, Australia

24th May 2026

2 paintings, 1 small, 1 large (1.5x2m) from Paddington deliver to Cremorne Point and collect round timber dining table + 4 chairs and move them back to Paddington. Can be done in reverse also (Cremorne to Paddington, back to Cremorne). One flight of stairs at Cremorne and two at Paddington. Pickup location: Paddington NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Cremorne Point NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At both places

Alberto and Vincent were super efficient and helpful in moving and placing furniture. Highly recommended.

Move painting

$80

Sydney NSW, Australia

21st May 2026

Pick up painting in Sydney and deliver to Forest Lodge

He was great. Got the job done efficiently.

Pick up 2 glass artworks

$80

Marrickville NSW, Australia

21st May 2026

Pick up 2 x glass artworks 120x120cm each. Need to be handled and transported with care. They will be bubble wrapped. Deliver to Seaforth ASAP

Delivered with care

Transport painting from Fairlight to Surry Hills and hang it

$300

Fairlight NSW, Australia

20th May 2026

I have a painting which is 220cm x 180cm to transport from my home in Fairlight to office in Surry Hills. I would then like the painting professionally hung. There will not be access issues.

Excellent service, highly recommend!