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Still Life - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower right.
Very
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower right.
Very
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower right.
Very
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower right.
Very
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
$511 Sale Price
20% Off
Still Life - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower left.
Very good
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
$511 Sale Price
20% Off
Roman Ruins - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower right.
Very
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower left.
Very good
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower left.
Very good
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower left.
Very good
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower right.
Very
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Blue Overflows - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower right.
Very
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower right.
Very
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sea View - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower right.
Very
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Green Overflows - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower right.
Very
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower right.
Very
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Roman Ruins - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower right.
Very
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower right.
Very
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower right.
Very
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower right.
Very
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life - Oil Painting by Franco Marzilli - 1970s
By Franco Marzilli
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Franco Marzilli (1934-2010) in 1970s.
Hand signed lower right.
Very
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Italian painting colaz and oil
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Combination of techniques , colaz and oil on carton Wood frame.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Paintings
Autumn Wind, Large American Modernist Oil Painting Woman with Flowers
By Doris Turner
Located in Surfside, FL
Nice American Modernist Oil Painting. with old label verso. not dated but estimating it to the 70s
Category
1970s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Twinning Stars, Abstract Surrealist Oil Painting 1970s
Located in Surfside, FL
moved faster than his mind could think.
Matta referred to his paintings as “inscapes”, shorthand for
Category
1970s Surrealist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Indian Summer, Abstract Surrealist Oil Painting 1970s
Located in Surfside, FL
moved faster than his mind could think.
Matta referred to his paintings as “inscapes”, shorthand for
Category
1970s Surrealist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Patrick von Kalckreuth (Germany, 1892–1970) oil on canvas, Antique Seascape
Located in Palm Coast, FL
understanding of the sea.
📏 Measurements: Painting 40" x 28" Framed 45.5" x 33.5"
🎨 Medium: Oil on canvas
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
English School 20th Century Oil Painting of a Champion Sloughi Dog
By Dorothy Alexandra Johnson
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
(1902-1988)
signed lower right
oil painting on canvas, unstretched
5.5 x 7.5 inches, the card it is
Category
1970s Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
1970 British oil on floating panel work by Patrick Hughes, pink on white
By Patrick Hughes
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Patrick Hughes (British, b.1939)
Assemblage, c. 1970
Oil on floating panel
35.7/8 x 47.7/8 in
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Jacqueline ROINEL
1918
Composition, Oil on Panel, circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Jacqueline ROINEL (1918) composition, oil on panel, circa 1970.
Category
Vintage 1970s French Baroque Revival Paintings
Materials
Paint
Self portrait original oil on canvas painting
By Joan Cruspinera
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
interview, he spoke about his beginnings in the world of painting: “From the age of fourteen, I worked in
Category
1970s Expressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Amazing Grace, Abstract Minimalist Oil Painting by Juan Sanchez Juarez
By Juan Sanchez Juarez
Located in Long Island City, NY
Signed lower right
Category
1970s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Hippie portrait original oil on canvas painting
By Joan Cruspinera
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
Palma de Mallorca. In an interview, he spoke about his beginnings in the world of painting: “From the
Category
1970s Expressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$497 Sale Price
58% Off
"London" Cityscape Oil Painting on Canvas by Denis Paul Noyer, Framed
By Denis Paul Noyer
Located in Encino, CA
"London," an original oil on canvas by Denis Paul Noyer, is a piece for the true collector. Noyer's
Category
1970s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
$2,700 Sale Price
40% Off
Vintage Art Deco Scenic Oil Painting
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Art Deco scenic oil painting architectural buildings blue bright birds animal professional
Category
Vintage 1970s Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Paint
$280 Sale Price
20% Off
Abstract in Ultramarine and Pearl
, Large 1970
s American Action Abstract Oil
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Signed lower right, 'Jasper Jackson' (American, 20th century) and painted circa 1975. Titled, verso, 'Opus 8'.
A substantial and period, American mid-century abstract showing areas ...
Category
1970s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Gouache
Minimalist Cubist Abstract, Signed Oil Painting by Female Artist Miriam Bromberg
By Miriam Bromberg
Located in Long Island City, NY
Minimalist Cubist Abstract
Miriam Bromberg
Oil on Canvas, signed
Size: 42 x 18 in. (106.68 x 45.72
Category
1970s Abstract Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Abstract Grey Landscape, Signed Oil Painting by Female Artist Miriam Bromberg
By Miriam Bromberg
Located in Long Island City, NY
Abstract Grey Landscape
Miriam Bromberg
Date: circa 1960
Oil on Broad
Size: 23 x 32.5 in. (58.42 x
Category
1970s Abstract Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Crashing Waves on the Rocks Seascape Oil Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
This artwork "Crashing Waves on Rock"" circa 1978 is an oil painting on hard board by noted
Category
1970s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage Pop Art Portrait of Peter Max Original Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American modernist portrait of iconic artist Peter Max. Signed. Framed. Original oil on
Category
1970s Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$636 Sale Price
20% Off
Still life - Oil Painting by Claude Decamps - 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Still life is an artwork realized by Claude Decamps, mid-20th Century.
Oil on wood.
25 x 20 cm
Category
1970s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood
Pink Flower Blossoms, Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting by Florence Hasenflug
By Florence Hasenflug
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Florence Hasenflug, American (1914 - 2010)
Title: Pink Flower Blossoms
Year: circa 1970
Category
1970s American Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
K. Emura Village Landscape, 1970
Located in Astoria, NY
K. Emura (Japanese, XX), Village Landscape, Oil on Canvas, 1970, signed lower right, dated and
Category
1970s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$850 Sale Price
26% Off
"San Jacinto Peak" Large oil painting on canvas.
Located in San Francisco, CA
This artwork titled "San Jacinto Peak" c.1970, is an oil painting on canvas by noted Palm Spring
Category
Late 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage American Figurative Oil Painting "The Art Student" 1977
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5047 Oil On canvas set in a custom wood frame
Signed on verso T.Torrenti
Image size 13.5x10.5"
Category
1970s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Tree Lined Path, Impressionist Oil Painting on Canvas by John Adamos Manol
Located in Long Island City, NY
John Adamos Manol, Greek (1900 - 1989) - Tree Lined Path, Year: circa 1970, Medium: Oil on Canvas
Category
1970s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
French Impressionist Oil Painting Seafood Platter Lobster Signed Original 20thC
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Seafood Platter
by Georges Bordonave (French contemporary)
dated 1970's
oil painting on board
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Houses - Oil Painting by Claude Decamps - 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
The Houses is a painting realized by Claude Decamps in the 1970s
Oil painting on cardboard canvas
Category
1970s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Les palmiers original oil on canvas painting
By Manuel Capdevila Massana
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
Unframed
Manuel Capdevila i Massana (Barcelona, December 28, 1910 - April 18, 2006) was a Catalan painter and goldsmith, son of the goldsmith Joaquín Capdevila y Meya and father o...
Category
1970s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,125 Sale Price
52% Off
Vintage American Modernist Abstract Expressionist Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist abstract oil painting. Oil on canvas. Framed.
Category
1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$396 Sale Price
20% Off
Mother Image, Surrealist Oil Painting by Ramon Santiago
By Ramon Santiago
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Ramon Santiago, American (1943 - 2001)
Title: Mother Image
Year: circa 1972
Medium: Oil on
Category
1970s Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Houses - Oil Painting by Claude Decamps - 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
The Houses is a painting realized by Claude Decamps in the 1970s
Oil painting on cardboard canvas
Category
1970s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mirror Image, Surrealist Oil Painting by Ramon Santiago
By Ramon Santiago
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Ramon Santiago, American (1943 - 2001)
Title: Mirror Image
Year: 1972
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Michael Dore, "Tombe De Chefs", Oil on Canvas, circa 1970
By Michael Doré
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Michael Dore, "Tombe De Chefs", oil on canvas, circa 1970.
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
Winter Lake Landscape - Large Modern Swedish Abstract Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful large mid 20th century oil on canvas abstract winter landscape by Swedish artist Gunnar
Category
1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Gri gri oil on canvas painting abstract expressionism
By Eduardo Arranz-Bravo
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
Title: Gri Gri
Artist: Eduardo Arranz Bravo (Barcelona, 1941 – 2023)
Medium: Oil on canvas
Category
1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$5,684 Sale Price
60% Off
1970
s French Modernist Painting Provence Collection Still Life Flowers in Jug
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Still Life of Flowers
Nude Lady Model
French School, circa 1970's
oil painting on thin card
Category
1970s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Multicolor Flowers VI, Modern Oil Painting by Female Artist Miriam Bromberg
By Miriam Bromberg
Located in Long Island City, NY
Multicolor Flowers VI
Miriam Bromberg
Date: 1970s
Oil on Canvas
Size: 30 x 24 in. (76.2 x 60.96 cm)
Category
1970s Modern Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
R. Wagner, European artist. Oil on board. Semi-abstract composition. 1970.
Located in København, Copenhagen
R. Wagner, European artist.
Oil on board. Semi-abstract composition.
Dated 1970.
In excellent
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Paintings
Materials
Other
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1970 Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of 1970 oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. A selection of these works in the Abstract, Impressionist and Contemporary styles can be found today in our inventory. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. 1970 oil paintings available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes brown, gray, black, blue and more. Many versions of these artworks are appealing in their rich colors and composition, but Valton Tyler, George De Goya, Maurice Green, Sergey Belikov and Charles Levier produced especially popular works that are worth a look. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
How Much are 1970 Oil Paintings?
Prices for pieces in our collection of 1970 oil paintings start at $50 and top out at $1,495,000 with the average selling for $2,211.
Questions About 1970 Oil Paintings
- 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. - 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 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.
- 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 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.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 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.
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.
- 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, 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. - 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
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This kaleidoscopic early-modern art style has long deserved another look. Now, the Guggenheim museum is doing just that.
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