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Choosing Large Wall Art in Sydney: A Practical Guide

11 October 2026 · 5 min read
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Before buying large wall art in Sydney, check four things: the size of your wall, the light it receives, the frame, and the lead time. Our pieces are 150 × 100cm in a light beige floating frame, ready to hang, and made to order in 12–16 weeks from deposit, so measure and plan early.

What size is large wall art?

There is no official definition, but a useful rule of thumb is that a large piece should fill roughly half to two-thirds of the wall space above a piece of furniture, or stand alone on a wall with room to breathe. At 150 × 100cm, our designs are large enough to anchor a room on their own.

Measure the wall, then mark the piece's outline on it with painter's tape before you decide. Standing back and looking at the tape tells you more than a tape measure will. If you are weighing up proportions, our guide to sizing statement wall art goes into more detail, and you can browse large wall art in Sydney to see the full range.

How does light change the way art looks?

Sydney rooms often have strong natural light, and it changes a piece through the day. Texture shows most in side light, such as a window running along the same wall. Flat, even light shows colour more than surface.

Think about where the light comes from before you choose a finish. Oil paintings are hand-applied, so their texture and tone can differ slightly from photographs, and that surface comes alive in raking light. Canvas prints are colour-matched to the original design and read consistently in most light. Our comparison of canvas print vs oil painting explains the difference.

Which format and frame suit the room?

Designs are photographed either vertical or horizontal, but any design can be hung either way. As a guide, horizontal suits wide walls over sofas, consoles and beds, while vertical draws the eye up in entries and narrow walls between windows.

The light beige floating frame sits slightly off the canvas, which gives a clean edge without a heavy border. It is a soft, neutral tone that suits timber, white walls and warm plaster finishes alike.

Which design suits which room?

Start with the palette already in the room, then choose the art to support it:

You can see every design on the collection page.

How far ahead should I plan?

Pieces are made to order, with a lead time of 12–16 weeks from deposit. If the art is part of a renovation or a styling job, settle the wall and the design early and confirm the date with us. A deposit secures a piece; the amount is confirmed on the quote, and the balance is due before delivery. Payment is by PayID or bank transfer, and GST is shown on the quote.

There is no minimum order, and delivery within Sydney is quoted per order. Collection from the studio is also possible when a piece is available, so ask us what is available.

Why see it in person first?

Colour and scale are hard to judge on a screen. Every design is currently in Sydney, so you can view it by appointment at our studio in Beverly Hills, Sydney, or we can bring pieces to you in Sydney. Holding a piece against your own wall and light settles most questions quickly.

If you are a designer, stylist, hotelier or retailer, the trade page explains how ordering works. Otherwise, get in touch and we will arrange a time to talk through your space.

Frequently asked questions

What size is large wall art?

Large wall art generally fills about half to two-thirds of the wall above a piece of furniture, as a rule of thumb. Our pieces are 150 × 100cm in a light beige floating frame, ready to hang.

How long does it take to get large wall art in Sydney from Hour & Hearth?

Pieces are made to order, with a lead time of 12–16 weeks from deposit. Delivery within Sydney is quoted per order, and the balance is due before delivery.

Can I see large wall art in person in Sydney?

Yes. Every design is currently in Sydney and can be viewed by appointment at our studio in Beverly Hills, Sydney, or we can bring pieces to you. Enquiries go through our contact page.

Keep readingHow Wide Should Art Above a Sofa Be?Canvas Print vs. Oil Painting: What's the Difference?
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