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View of Rome - Oil on Canvas by Alfonso Avanessian - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
View of Rome is an original watercolour on paper realized by Alfonso Avanessian in the 1990s.
The
Category
1990s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Tiber from Aventino Hills (Rome) - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Pino Romanò (1934) in 1990s.
Hand signed. Titled on rear.
Very good
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Still Life with Three Corn Cobs - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Pino Romanò (1934) in 1990s.
Hand signed. Titled on rear.
Very good
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
View of the Strait of Messina - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Pino Romanò (1934) in 1990s.
Hand signed. Titled on rear.
Very good
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Houses in Front of the Sea - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Pino Romanò (1934) in 1990s.
Hand signed. Titled on rear.
Very good
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$379 Sale Price
20% Off
Roofs in front of the Sea - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Pino Romanò (1934) in 1990s.
Hand signed. Titled on rear.
Very good
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Boats in the Strait of Messina - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Pino Romanò (1934) in 1990s.
Hand signed. Titled on rear.
Very good
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
An Afternoon in Piazza del Popolo - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Pino Romanò (1934) in 1990s.
Hand signed. Titled on rear.
Very good
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
View of Castel Sant
Angelo - Rome - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Pino Romanò (1934) in 1990s.
Hand signed. Titled on rear.
Very good
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Houses by the Sea in Chianalea - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Pino Romanò (1934) in 1990s.
Hand signed. Titled on rear.
Very good
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$427 Sale Price
20% Off
View of Trinità dé Monti - Rome - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Pino Romanò (1934) in 1990s.
Hand signed. Titled on rear.
Very good
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Cliff at Punta Pacì (Calabria) - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Pino Romanò (1934) in 1990s.
Hand signed.
Titled on rear.
Very good
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Still Life with Fishes and Lemon - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Pino Romanò (1934) in 2000s.
Hand signed.
Titled on rear.
Excellent
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$379 Sale Price
20% Off
Roofs from the Capitol-View of Rome - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Pino Romanò (1934) in 1990s.
Hand signed.
Very good condition.
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Bridge on the Tiber (View of Rome) - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Pino Romanò (1934) in 1990s.
Hand signed.
Titled on rear.
Excellent
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Winter Afternoon on the Strait of Messina - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Pino Romanò (1934) in 1990s.
Hand signed.
Titled on rear.
Excellent
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Piper - Oil Paint by Lucio Castagneri - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Lucio Castagneri (1947) in 1990s.
Hand signed.
Very good condition.
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Poarta Sân Paolo and the Pyramid in Rome - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on plywood realized by Pino Romanò (1934) in 1990s.
Hand signed. Titled on rear.
Very good
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Soul of Picasso and the Artists of the 20th Century - Oil Paint - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on board realized by Paolo Scheggi (1955) in 1990s.
Hand signed.
Titled on rear.
With a
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
$759 Sale Price
20% Off
In the Countryside - Oil paint by Lucio Castagneri - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Lucio Castagneri (1947) in 1990s.
Hand signed.
Very good condition.
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$427 Sale Price
20% Off
Wilma Fiori 1990s Abstract Monotype, Vibrant Oil on Paper, Signed Print
Located in Denver, CO
This original 1990s fine art monotype by Denver artist Wilma Fiori is a bold and dynamic example of
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Modern Abstract Female Figure Statement 1990s Portrait Painting Large Signed
By Matthew Schaefer
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Abstract Woman" is an original oil painting by Matthew Schaefer. It depicts a woman in bright
Category
1990s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Classic 1990
s Yellow Taxi at Night
Grey Skyscrapers in New York City Street
By Angela Wakefield
Located in Preston, GB
Classic 1990's Yellow Taxi at Night & Grey Skyscrapers in New York City Street. Painting Study by
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
View of Circo Massimo and Celio - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Pino Romanò (1934) in 1998.
Hand signed. Titled on rear.
Very good
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
At the Beach - Paint by Alessio Paternesi - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on wooden panel realized by Alessio Paternesi (1937-2023).
Hand signed.
Very good condition.
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
$533 Sale Price
25% Off
Scenario of the Soul - Paint by Alessio Paternesi - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on wooden panel realized by Alessio Paternesi (1937-2023).
Hand signed.
Very good condition.
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
$444 Sale Price
25% Off
Couple at the Park - Paint by Alessio Paternesi - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on wooden panel realized by Alessio Paternesi (1937-2023).
Hand signed.
Very good condition.
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
The Sun in the Heart - Paint by Alessio Paternesi - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on wooden panel realized by Alessio Paternesi (1937-2023).
Hand signed.
Very good condition.
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Portrait of a Woman (Cher), 1990s Vertical Female Figurative
Located in Soquel, CA
Delicate portrait of a woman with flowing hair in soft, feminine tones and neutral background by an unknown artist. Signed "Chris" lower right. Presented in a peach colored painted w...
Category
Late 20th Century American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$719 Sale Price
20% Off
Ian Hornak, Homage to Redon, 1997
By Ian Hornak
Located in Fairfield, CT
, floral still life, Odilon Redon homage, Symbolist influence, 1990s American painting, oil on panel
Category
1990s Photorealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
$10,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Michael Canney Rhinoceros Etching 1947 After Dürer
s Rhinoceros 1515
Located in Eversholt, Bedfordshire
1990s. His final alkyd oil paintings and constructions were brought together for a posthumous exhibition
Category
1940s Animal Prints
Materials
Etching
SERGIO ROFFO "Martha
s Vineyard Lighthouse" realist sunset landscape with boats
By Sergio Roffo
Located in Southampton, NY
View of Martha's Vineyard Lighthouse, c. late 1990s. Oil painting by acclaimed New England artist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
BARBARA DOYLE (B.1917) 1990
s MODERN BRITISH OIL PAINTING - CAMEL
PYRAMIDS
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
in London. She was a member of the Arun Art Society.
Title: The Camel
Medium: oil painting on
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Massive 1990s Greek Signed Oil Painting Abstract Still Life
By Giorgos Themistokleous
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
STUNNING & very large original oil painting on canvas, depicting this still life composition of
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Abstract Composition - Original Oil on Canvas by Piero Mascetti - 1990s
By Piero Mascetti
Located in Roma, IT
the 1990s.
Original oil painting on canvas.
Mint conditions.
The artwork has been realized by the
Category
1990s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Abstract Composition - Original Oil on Canvas by Piero Mascetti - 1990s
By Piero Mascetti
Located in Roma, IT
1990s and the 2000s.
Original oil on canvas.
Hand-signed by the artist on the lower margin.
Excellent
Category
1990s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
One Man Leading - Original Oil on Canvas by G. Montesano - 1990s
By Gianmarco Montesano
Located in Roma, IT
1984 and 1997.
Oil painting on canvas.
The artwork represents a cycling competition.
Gian Marco
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life with Fruit - Oil Paint on Canvas by Stefano Turchetti - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Still Life with Fruit is an original contemporary artwork realized by Stefano Turchetti in 1990s
Category
1990s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1990s "Little Bit of Yellow and Blue Abstract" Painting
By Elaine Kaufman Feiner
Located in Arp, TX
Elaine Kaufman Feiner (1922-2018)
"Little Bit of Yellow and Blue Abstract"
c.1990
Oil paint on
Category
1990s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
Circus Figures - Original Mixed by Antonio Vangelli - 1990s
By Antonio Vangelli
Located in Roma, IT
in the 1990s.
Original mixed media and oil painting on canvas.
Hand-signed on the lower left
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media
Beyond the Sea - Oil Paint - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on board realized in 1990s.
Hand signed and titled on rear.
With a painted wooden frame which
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Shell - Oil Paint by Edolo Masci - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized by Edolo Masci in 1990s.
Hand signed.
Includes a contemporary wooden frame
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1990
s Abstract Elegance Geometric Composition Grey Beige Figurative Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
condition
Description:
This striking abstract painting created in 1990, embodies the essence of modern
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Huge 1990
s Contemporary French Expressionist Oil Nude Figure Black White Cream
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Expressionist Nude
French School, signed with initials, dated 1990
oil on canvas, unframed
39 x 29
Category
1990s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1990s "Mint Green and Blue Abstract" Oil Painting on Paper
By Elaine Kaufman Feiner
Located in Arp, TX
Elaine Kaufman Feiner (1922-2018)
"Mint Green and Blue Abstract"
c.1990
Oil paint on paper
24"x19
Category
1990s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
After a Little While Maria Came Out - Oil Paint - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas realized in 1990s.
Hand signed on rear, undearable.
Titled on rear.
With a painted
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Scene with Priests and Nuns - Oil on Canvas by Maurizio Massi - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Scene with Priests and Nuns is an original oil painting on canvas realized by the Italian artist
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Still Life with Fishes and Lemons - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on plywood realized by Pino Romanò (1934) in 1990s.
Hand signed. Titled on rear.
Very good
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Origin of the World - Oil on Canvas by Luca Morelli - 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
colored oil on canvas.
The artwork represents a beautiful female nude.
Hand signed on the back
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1990s "Blue and Pink Abstract" Painting Elaine Kaufman Feiner
By Elaine Kaufman Feiner
Located in Arp, TX
Elaine Kaufman Feiner (1922-2018)
"Blue and Pink Abstract"
c.1990
Oil paint on paper
24"x19
Category
1990s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
The Warlord, 1990s Framed Abstract Figural Painting, Red Blue Green
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
The Warlord by 20th century Denver artist, Edward Marecak (1919-1993), vintage 1990 oil painting on
Category
20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
1990s Signed Mario Schifano Artwork
By Mario Schifano
Located in Roma, IT
.
Archived in 1997 Monte Titano Arte
General Archive of Mario Schifano's paintings n. 713/97 dated 19.09.1997
Category
1990s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Reticolo III - Original Oil On Canvas by Giorgio Lo Fermo - 1993
By Giorgio Lo Fermo
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Painting on Canvas.
Hand-signed and dated on the back of the canvas: G. Lo Fermo 93.
The frame
Category
1990s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1990s Colorful Bay Area Scene Oil on Canvas
By John Nicolini
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 1994 colorful Bay Area scene oil on canvas is by Bay Area artist John Nicolini (1923-2014
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Upstate, Oil painting of a White House in Autumn by Walter Hatke, mid 1990s
By Walter Hatke
Located in New York, NY
Professor of Visual Arts at Union College in Schenectady.
Walter Hatke (b. 1948)
UPSTATE, 1994-1996
Oil on
Category
1990s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
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On 1stDibs, there are several options of 1990s oil paintings available for sale. Browse a selection of Abstract, Contemporary or Post-Impressionist versions of these works for sale today — there are 388 Abstract, 372 Contemporary, 359 Impressionist, 109 Modern and 82 Post-Impressionist examples available. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. 1990s oil paintings available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes gray, brown, black, blue and more. Reginald K. Gee, Gilbert Pauli, Louis Letouche, Michael William Eggleston and Theodore Waddell took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in paint, oil paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home. If space is limited, there are small 1990s oil paintings measuring 1 across, while our inventory also includes pieces up to 229 inches across to better suit those in the market for large iterations.
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Prices for art of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — 1990s oil paintings in our inventory begin at $140 and can go as high as $1,200,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,488.
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Figurative art, as opposed to abstract art, retains features from the observable world in its representational depictions of subject matter. Most commonly, figurative paintings reference and explore the human body, but they can also include landscapes, architecture, plants and animals — all portrayed with realism.
While the oldest figurative art dates back tens of thousands of years to cave wall paintings, figurative works made from observation became especially prominent in the early Renaissance. Artists like Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci and other Renaissance masters created naturalistic representations of their subjects.
Pablo Picasso is lauded for laying the foundation for modern figurative art in the 1920s. Although abstracted, this work held a strong connection to representing people and other subjects. Other famous figurative artists include Francis Bacon and Lucian Freud. Figurative art in the 20th century would span such diverse genres as Expressionism, Pop art and Surrealism.
Today, a number of figural artists — such as Sedrick Huckaby, Daisy Patton and Eileen Cooper — are making art that uses the human body as its subject.
Because figurative art represents subjects from the real world, natural colors are common in these paintings. A piece of figurative art can be an exciting starting point for setting a tone and creating a color palette in a room.
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Questions About 1990s Oil Paintings
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023In the 1990s, people dressed in different ways. Styles included grunge, modern preppy, hip-hop and goth. Some trends of the decade were slip dresses, plaid flannel shirts, long plaid skirts, overalls, combat boots and loose-fitting rolled jeans. Neon colors were popular for a time, as were fabric headbands and fabric-covered ponytail holders. Shop a selection of 90s vintage apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 15, 2024Famous fashion designers in the 1990s include Vivienne Westwood, Miuccia Prada, Jean Paul Gaultier and Thierry Mugler.
For collectors and fashion lovers all over the world, ‘90s fashion has become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers, who never wear the same thing twice. And because fast fashion didn’t yet exist, 1990s fashion trends and apparel — vintage '90s clothing, handbags and accessories — have a quality appreciated by the millennial generation: authenticity.
Find 1990s Chanel bags, Moschino pants, Margiela jackets and other vintage garments and accessories on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024How much Chanel bags cost in the 1990s varied from piece to piece and from year to year. For example, in 1990, the iconic Chanel flap bag's price was $1,150. When adjusted for inflation, that is around $2,280 in today's money. Shop a diverse assortment of Chanel bags 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. - 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 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, 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.
- 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, 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.
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