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German school Landscape river scene Signed oil painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
centuries. His technique demonstrates a confident, gestural approach to oil painting, with loose, expressive
Category
1930s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
$343 Sale Price
83% Off
Landscape in Haute Loire - French Impressionist Hay Bale Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful 1930's French impressionist oil on canvas depicting a landscape in the Haute Loire
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Simka Simkhovitch WPA Artist Oil Painting Family Mother, Kids American Modernist
By Simka Simkhovitch
Located in Surfside, FL
family, some were hand signed some were not.
These were studies for larger paintings.
Simka Simkhovitch
Category
1930s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Simka Simkhovitch WPA Artist Oil Painting American Modernist Landscape w Tower
By Simka Simkhovitch
Located in Surfside, FL
family, some were hand signed some were not.
These were studies for larger paintings.
Simka Simkhovitch
Category
1930s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Simka Simkhovitch WPA Artist Oil Painting American Modernist Landscape Pond Tree
By Simka Simkhovitch
Located in Surfside, FL
family, some were hand signed some were not.
These were studies for larger paintings.
Simka Simkhovitch
Category
1930s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Catalan Landscape with Masia oil on board painting spain spanish eupean art
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
: Oil on board
Dimensions: 13 x 16.1 in
Support: Board
Framing: Unframed
Period: 1930s
Style: Post
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Rare Polish American 1930s Oil Painting Painting WPA Russian Babushka Jewish Art
By Abram Tromka
Located in Surfside, FL
N.Y.C.
1927 Meets Herbert Tschudy, curator of painting at the Brooklyn Museum
1930 Changes his surname
Category
1930s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
1930
s French Impressionist Oil Purple Mountains Green Coastal Path
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
the back
oil painting on board, unframed
measures: 5 high by 8.5 inches wide
condition: overall very
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$568 Sale Price
30% Off
1930
s French Impressionist Oil Bare Tree
s In Green Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
the back
oil painting on board, unframed
measures: 7 high by 9.5 inches wide
condition: overall very
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$568 Sale Price
30% Off
1930
s French Impressionist Oil Country Track Deep Blue Sky
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
the back
oil painting on board, unframed
measures: 7.75 high by 9.75 inches wide
condition: overall
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$955 Sale Price
30% Off
Early 20th Century Oil Painting Grand Canal Venice at Dusk (2-Sided)
By Richard Pearsall
Located in Soquel, CA
Early 20th Century Oil Painting Grand Canal at Dusk, Venice Italy (2-Sided)
Peaceful and
Category
1930s Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
A Winter Scene - Snowy 1930
s Landscape
By Frederick R. Wagner
Located in Soquel, CA
distance by Frederick Wagner (American, 1864-1940), c.1930's. Signed "F. W." lower right. Tag on verso from
Category
1930s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$5,200 Sale Price
20% Off
1930
s English, Portrait in oil of a Bowler Hatted man, Photographer John Bean
Located in Woodbury, CT
Leicester School of Art. He made his living painting portraits of Northampton dignitaries, but he also
Category
1930s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Autumn Morning Spain oil on canvas painting mediterranean landscape
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
oil painting, Joan Gil i Gil depicts a Catalan rural landscape dominated by a Romanesque bell tower
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,302 Sale Price
31% Off
Tranquil River Landscape - Early 20th Century English Impressionist Oil Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful signed and dated 1931 English impressionist oil on board depicting a tranquil river
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Autumn Day Drive oil painting by Arnold Friedman
By Arnold Friedman
Located in Hudson, NY
Painting size 12 ½" x 14 ½", framed 18" x 20 ¼" x 2"
Signed "Friedman" lower right
Inscribed verso
Category
1930s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
1930s Vintage Oil Painting Girl, Puppy Dog, American Illustrator Lawrence Wilbur
By Lawrence Wilbur
Located in Surfside, FL
, New Jersey. Lawrence Wilbur is known for Illustrator, magazine cover, portrait paintings. Lawrence
Category
1930s American Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Girl with Cat oil painting by Hans Burkhardt
By Hans Burkhardt
Located in Hudson, NY
Girl with Cat (1935)
Oil on canvas
38" x 26"
42 ½" x 30 ½" x 3 ½" framed
Signed and dated "1935 H
Category
1930s Modern Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Spanish landscape Spain original oil on cardboard painting
By Albert Rafols Culleres
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
Albert Rafols Cullerés (1892-1986) - Landscape of Mollet - Oil on cardboard
Oil measures 25x32 cm
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
Woman with headscarf original oil on canvas painting
By Albert Rafols Culleres
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
Albert Rafols Cullerés (1892-1986) - Woman with scarf - Oil on canvas
Oil measures 46x38 cm
Category
1930s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Anthony Thieme Windmill Landscape Oil Painting
By Anthony Thieme
Located in Dallas, TX
Anthony Thieme (Am. 1888–1954) Dutch landscape with Windmill.
Oil on canvas
Signed (A. Thieme) L/L
Category
1930s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Paint
1930
s French Impressionist Painting Three Red Poppies In Vase
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
by Louise Alix (French, 1888-1980) *see notes below
provenance stamp to the back
oil painting on
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
$568 Sale Price
30% Off
Terry Shelbourne (1930-2020) - 1986 Oil, Portrait of a Woman
Located in Corsham, GB
Signed and dated to the lower left-hand corner. Presented in a wooden frame with an inner gilt detail. On canvas board.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Flowers in Blue Vase - British Slade School 30s floral still life oil painting
Located in Hagley, England
This lovely British 1930's Art Deco floral still life oil painting is by much exhibited Slade
Category
1930s Art Deco Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
1930
s French Impressionist Oil Fishing Boats Drying Nets Beached Estuary
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Drying Nets
Simone Forge 1930's French Impressionist
signed oil on board unframed
board: 16 x 13
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Einar Petersen Monterrey Harbor Oil on Canvas, Circa 1930
s
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Well executed oil on canvas by Danish-American artist Einar Petersen (1895-1986)
This dock scene
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paint
Rare Antique American Modernist Flower Still Life Signed Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Impressive early American modernist flower still life painting by Henrietta Elizabeth Dodd Hoopes
Category
1930s Modern Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1930
s FRENCH IMPRESSIONIST SIGNED OIL - LA LAVANDIERE VILLAGE STREAM
WOODLAND
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
with a lady washing clothes in the water, woodland beyond. Original frame.
Medium: oil painting on
Category
Mid-19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,037 Sale Price
20% Off
The Happy Farmer oil painting by Gregorio Prestopino
By Gregorio Prestopino
Located in Hudson, NY
Painting Award.
Prestopino’s artistic cache skyrocketed when Life magazine published his images from New
Category
1930s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1930
s French Impressionist Painting Grey Rocks By The Still Stream Cloudy Skies
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
French Countryside Landscape
by Edmond Quinton (French 1892-1969) *see notes below
oil painting on
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
1930
s French Painting Stair Way Path Leading Up To Church Grey Skies
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
French Countryside Landscape
by Edmond Quinton (French 1892-1969) *see notes below
oil painting on
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,092 Sale Price
20% Off
1930
s French Impressionist Oil Provencal Old Town Village Houses
Washing
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
scene with figures, old houses and washing hanging.
Medium: oil painting on board, unframed,
board
Category
Early 20th Century Fauvist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,087 Sale Price
20% Off
Fine French 1930
s Signed Oil, Interior Scene Elegant Figures Reading in Study
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
couple in a study, the lady reading and the gentleman writing at his desk.
Medium: oil on board, signed
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Prudence Turner (b.1930) Large Signed Oil- Scottish Highlands Loch
Mountains
By Prudence Turner
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: Prudence Turner, British b. 1930, signed.
Title: Perthshire
Medium: oil painting
Category
20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Le hameau en ete - Post Impressionist Landscape Oil Painting by Victor Charreton
By Victor Charreton
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Signed oil on panel landscape circa 1930 by French post impressionist painter Victor Charreton
Category
1930s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"Marina " cm. 41 x 33 Olio su tavola 1930 ca
By Edouard Chappel
Located in Torino, IT
Bellissima marina con bagnanti ,alba, barca a vela all'orizzonte 1930 ca
Firmato in basso a
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
Homage to the Spanish Republic 1938 oil painting by Julio De Diego
By Julio de Diego
Located in Hudson, NY
Spanish Republic
Oil on masonite, 36" x 30"
37" x 31 1/8" x 2 1/2" framed
Signed and dated "de Diego '38
Category
1930s Modern Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
1930
s French Oil Portrait of Seated Lady in Interior Scene Working Sketch Study
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
oil painting on board, unframed
measures: 9.75 high by 6 inches wide
condition: overall very good and
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique American Impressionist Opera Scene Signed Elegant Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nicely painted American impressionist oil painting by Richard W. Baldwin (1920 - 2012). Oil on
Category
1930s Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,180 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage post-impressionist landscape oil painting of a French port
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Large post impressionist landscape oil painting by French artist Lucienne Capdevielle (1885-1961
Category
1930s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Ludwig Correggio (1846-1930) - Early 20th Century Oil, An Edwardian Lady
Located in Corsham, GB
A striking and finely executed portrait of a lady in elegant Edwardian attire, complete with a delicate lace blouse and an ornate brooch. The artist’s soft brushwork and subtle handl...
Category
20th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
4-35 abstract oil painting by Charles Biederman
Located in Hudson, NY
geometric three-dimensional reliefs “New Art,” disregarding traditional mediums such as painting, drawing
Category
1930s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1930
s French Impressionist Signed Oil Figures Crowded Market Summer Skies
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: Leon Hatot (French 1883-1953)
Title: Impressionist oil painting
Medium: signed
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
LAKEWOOD N.J., 1936 Modernist Oil Painting, Judaica
By Emanuel Glicenstein Romano
Located in Surfside, FL
Genre: Modern
Subject: Landscape
Medium: Oil
Surface: Board
Country: United States
Dimensions: 30
Category
1930s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
1930s Original Oil Painting of Ulster County, Woodstock, New York
Located in Soquel, CA
1930s Original Oil Painting of Ulster County, Woodstock, New York
A beautifully composed
Category
1930s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Stretcher Bars
Louella Gwillim (1930-2023) - c.2013 Oil, Mr Fruit, Newport Market
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming study of figures shopping for fruit at a market in Newport, Wales. Signed with initials. Well presented in a blue tray frame. On board.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Signed Architectural Landscape Carthage Tunisia Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique impressionist signed landscape oil painting. Oil on canvas. Signed illegibly. Framed
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,036 Sale Price
20% Off
Terry Shelbourne (1930-2020) - 1983 Oil, The Love of My Life
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming oil painting by the artist Terry Shelbourne, depicting his beloved wife Celia. Signed
Category
20th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Anemones - Scottish thirties Impressionist art floral oil painting
Located in Hagley, England
This gorgeous Scottish Impressionist floral oil painting is by noted Scottish artist William
Category
1930s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
$13,110 Sale Price
20% Off
Spring Walk, Impressionist Oil Painting on Canvas by Lucien Neuquelman
By Lucien Neuquelman
Located in Long Island City, NY
Lucien Neuquelman. This oil painting employs the technique first developed by Georges Seurat in the late
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
20th Century Oil on Board Dutch Signed Landscape Painting, 1935
Located in Vicoforte, IT
Small Dutch landscape dated 1935. Oil on board painting depicting a countryside landscape in
Category
1930s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Early Morning River Landscape,
by Harry L. Hoffman, Oil on Canvas Painting
By Harry L. Hoffman
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
In this gilt wood framed oil on canvas waterscape, American Impressionist artist Harry Hoffman
Category
1930s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique Signed Swiss Modern Mountain Landscape Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage Swiss impressionist painting. Oil on board, circa 1940. Framed. Signed. Image size, 10L
Category
1930s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,196 Sale Price
20% Off
1930
s French Impressionist Oil Group Of Figures Gathered In Forest
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Vintage French Oil Painting
by Louise Alix (French, 1888-1980) *see notes below
provenance stamp
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
$568 Sale Price
30% Off
1930
s French Impressionist Oil Signed Bell Tower and Figure Town
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Vintage French Oil Painting
signed by Louise Alix (French, 1888-1980) *see notes below
provenance
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$568 Sale Price
30% Off
Landscape, Cubist Oil on Board Painting by Benjamin Benno
By Benjamin G. Benno
Located in Long Island City, NY
Landscape
Benjamin Benno, American (1901–1980)
Date: 1937
Oil on board
Size: 6.25 x 8.75 in. (15.88
Category
1930s Cubist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Arlberg brücke. 1930, оil on cardboard, 30x36, 5 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Arlberg brücke. 1930, оil on cardboard, 30x36,5 cm
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
$34,108 Sale Price
20% Off
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On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 1930 oil painting for your needs in our varied inventory. You can easily find an example made in the Modern style, while we also have 305 Modern versions to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a 1930 oil painting from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right 1930 oil painting is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes brown, gray, black and blue. Creating a 1930 oil painting has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Joseph Christian Leyendecker, Robert McIntosh, Leslie Thrasher, Robert William Wood and Marguerite Blasingame are consistently popular. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years. If space is limited, you can find a small 1930 oil painting measuring 0.4 high and 0.1 wide, while our inventory also includes works up to 86.5 across to better suit those in the market for a large 1930 oil painting.
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The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a 1930 oil painting in our inventory may begin at $175 and can go as high as $868,750, while the average can fetch as much as $3,500.
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Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs.
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
- Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
- La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
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