Question 1

Who are some famous African-American artists?

Accepted Answer

Some famous African-American artists include Horace Pippin, Augusta Savage, Romare Bearden, Jacob Lawrence, Aaron Douglas, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Kerry James Marshall, Theaster Gates, Sam Gillam, Kara Walker and Kehinde Wiley. Shop a variety of African-American art from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.

Question 2

Who is the artist associated with Urban Realism and American Scene painting?

Accepted Answer

The artist associated with Urban Realism and American Scene painting is Edward Hopper. Throughout the early 20th century, he created paintings of New York City that captured the feelings of isolation associated with urban life. His best-known works include Nighthawks, Automat, Chop Suey and Office at Night. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Edward Hopper art.

Question 3

How do I find the artist of a painting?

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To find the artist of a painting, first try photographing the painting with your smartphone and the artist's signature. Then, conduct a reverse image search on Google using the photographs, and study the results to see if you can determine the artist's name. You can also try using the app Smartify to scan the image and see if it appears in its database. If you have difficulty identifying the artist, consult a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of fine art.

Question 4

How do I identify an artist’s painting?

Accepted Answer

To identify an artist's painting, first try using the app Smartify. It allows you to take a photo of the artist's signature, and then it automatically searches a large database to identify who made it. If this search yields no results, you can try performing a reverse image search using a photo of the signature or the entire painting. Once you know who the artist is, you can use trusted online resources to determine the name and age of the piece. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer evaluate your painting and identify it for you. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of paintings.

Question 5

Who is the artist that paints bunnies?

Accepted Answer

Hunt Slonem is the artist who is known for painting bunnies. The American Neo-Expressionist painter also depicts other animals like tropical birds and butterflies in his work. Much of the inspiration for his paintings comes from his own aviary. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Hunt Slonem art.

Question 6

How do I find an artist of oil paintings?

Accepted Answer

The 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.

Question 7

How do I find the artist of an oil painting?

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To 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.

Question 8

Which artist is famous for painting apples?

Accepted Answer

There are actually two artists who are considered famous for painting apples. One is Paul Cézanne, who is best known for his still-life paintings, many of which contained apples. Examples of these works include The Basket of Apples and Still Life with Apples. Another painter associated with apples is René Magritte, whose Surrealist paintings often used apples as a symbol for original sin. Notable apple paintings by Magritte include The Son of Man and The Listening Room. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of fine art.

Question 9

What Photorealist artist painted diners?

Accepted Answer

The Photorealist who painted diners is John Baeder. He is an American painter who is considered a frontrunner in the Photorealist movement. Baeder is known for his detailed paintings and prints of roadside diners. His work can be found in the collections of the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York, the Norton Museum of Art in ​​West Palm Beach, Florida and the Denver Art Museum in Denver, Colorado. On 1stDibs, shop a range of John Baeder art.

Question 10

What artist is known for stripe painting?

Accepted Answer

One artist best known for stripe painting is Bridget Riley. Since the 1970s, Riley has been experimenting with color, creating works like Nataraja (1993), made up of columns of brightly hued diagonal stripes that seem to pulse rhythmically. By using stripes to instill life, movement and energy into flat, geometric forms, she helped pioneer Op art. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Bridget Riley art.

Question 11

Who was the first artist to use oil paint?

Accepted Answer

The name of the first artist to use oil paints isn't known. However, historians have traced the use of oils back to 7th-century Afghanistan. There, Buddhist artists used oil paintings to produce religious artworks. One of the first artists to be famous for their use of oil paints was Jan van Eyck, a Flemish artist who was active from 1422 to 1441. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of oil paintings.

Question 12

How do you identify an artist's oil painting signature?

Accepted Answer

To identify an artist's oil painting signature, you can try photographing it with your smartphone and then conducting a reverse image search using a trusted search engine. You can also search for the name and consult trusted online resources to learn more about the artist. If these methods don't result in a successful identification, a certified art appraiser or art dealer may be able to assist you. Shop a range of oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.

Question 13

What famous artist puts a mouse in his paintings?

Accepted Answer

The famous artist who put a mouse in his paintings was Terence Cuneo. He began adding the mouse around 1954, one year after he served as the official painter for Elizabeth II's coronation. Cuneo was a distinguished British painter famous for his scenes of railways, horses and military action. Explore a variety of Terence Cuneo art on 1stDibs.

Question 14

Who is the artist of the painting “New York City?”

Accepted Answer

The artist of the painting called "New York City" is the Dutch painter Piet Mondrian. He was a part of the De Stijl art movement, which emphasized depicting objects, scenes and figures as their basic geometric shapes in simple primary colors. You can see this approach reflected in "New York City," where the architecture of the Big Apple is depicted in simple grid lines in yellow, red and blue. Find a variety of abstract art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.

Question 15

Are paintings by unknown artists worth anything?

Accepted Answer

Yes, paintings by unknown artists may be worth something in some cases. When a painting’s maker isn't a well-known artist or is completely anonymous, factors like the visual appeal, historical significance, previous ownership and condition will determine the value of a painting. A certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can evaluate your piece using these criteria and provide you with an estimated value for your art. Shop a wide range of paintings on 1stDibs.

Question 16

Which British artist is famous for his spot paintings?

Accepted Answer

The British artist famous for his spot paintings is Damien Hirst. He began producing these pieces in the 1980s. One example, the 2005 painting Xylene Cyanol Dye Solution, is striking for its machinelike uniformity and almost childlike simplicity, a seeming rebuke to the idea of the artist-as-genius. Hirst is the most prominent of the Young British Artists, or YBAs, who began exhibiting together in warehouses and factories in the 1980s. Hirst is known for his use of unconventional materials and “shock tactics” in his paintings, prints, sculptures and other works. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Damien Hirst art.

Question 17

Who was a German artist who painted realistic portraits?

Accepted Answer

Although many artists may fit this description, a famous German artist who painted realistic portraits is Wilhelm Leibl. As a printmaker and painter, Leibl worked during the second half of the 19th century and created many paintings of German peasants in traditional dress. Some of his most notable works include Three Women in Church, Die Dorfpolitiker, Farm Girl with a White Head Scarf and Die junge Pariserin (Die Kokotte). On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Realist art.

Question 18

Which American artist is famous for laying the canvas on the floor and dripping the paint from a bucket using a stick?

Accepted Answer

Jackson Pollock is the American artist famous for laying the canvas on the floor and dripping the paint from a bucket using a stick. He called this innovative technique "drip painting." Pollock stood at the forefront of Abstract Expressionism to the point that his name has become nearly synonymous with the movement. He was deeply respected by his contemporaries, and Pollock’s paintings, prints and other art — as well as his commitment to the work — influenced artists worldwide. Explore a collection of Jackson Pollock art on 1stDibs.

Question 19

Who was the famous artist and co-founder of the Hudson River School artists who painted historical paintings and romantic landscapes?

Accepted Answer

The famous artist and co-founder of the Hudson River School artists who painted historical paintings and romantic landscapes was Thomas Cole. Born in England, he immigrated to the U.S. in 1818. During a trip to the Catskills, he first began producing paintings, and his work helped establish the tradition of landscape art in America. Shop a large selection of Hudson River School paintings on 1stDibs.

Question 20

Which American Pop artist made several silkscreen prints of Mao?

Accepted Answer

Andy Warhol is the American Pop artist who made several silkscreen prints of Mao. He is known for his clever appropriation of motifs and images from popular advertising and commercials, which he integrated into graphic, vibrant works that utilized mass-production technologies such as printmaking, photography and silkscreening. Today, Warhol is all but synonymous with Pop art, the movement he helped shape in the 1960s. Explore an assortment of Andy Warhol art on 1stDibs.

American Artists Painting

1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Alice MakaraVintage American Modernist Woman Artist Alice Makara Minimal Abstract Painting, 1980

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Daria MolostnovaLava Cliffs - Hawaii Landscape Painting, Ocean Sky, Plein Air, American Artist, 2025

Late 20th Century American Modern Paintings

Cuban-American Artist Juan Navarette Watercolor Painting "Fish #6"

1970s Minimalist Abstract Paintings

Martica MiguensMinimalist Painting New York American Artist Female Grey Red 1975, 1975

Late 20th Century American Modern Paintings

Cuban-American Artist Juan Navarette Watercolor Painting, "Fish 3"

Late 20th Century American Modern Paintings

Cuban-American Artist Juan Navarette Watercolor Painting, "Fish #4"

2010s Outsider Art Figurative Paintings

Richard HuntingtonAmerican Contemporary Painting Artist Model Easel Gun Richard Huntington Mexico, 2020

21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings

Cuban American Artist Geiler Gonzalez Painting "Woman with Hat"

1930s American Realist Figurative Paintings

Louise Lue OsborneOn the Balcony - American Scene Female Artist, 1938

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings

Matthew Weigle"Meat" contemporary realist oil painting by American artist, raw, uncooked, chef, 2016

1940s American Modern Abstract Paintings

Charles Elmer Harris Central Railroad — Mid-Century African-American Artist, c. 1945

21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings

Abstract Mixed Media Painting, Juan Navarette Cuban-American Artist

1940s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Antique American School Female Artist Abstract Expressionist Signed Oil Painting, 1958

21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings

Monumental Ernesto Kunde Original Abstract Painting, Brazilian-American Artist

21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings

Monumental Ernesto Kunde Original Abstract Painting, Brazilian-American Artist

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Wilson Henry IrvineAmerican Impressionist Artist Wilson Irvine 1869-1936 Autumn Field Oil painting, circa 1900

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Stuart FullertonRed Door at Venice Cathedral Italy Oil Painting Framed American Artist, 2021

21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings

Abstract Mixed Media Painting, Juan Navarette Cuban-American Artist

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Guy Carleton WigginsAmerican Impressionist Artist Guy C Wiggins 1883-1962 Landscape Oil Painting, circa 1900

20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings

Maurice KishThe Clown Surrealist Oil Painting Maurice Kish WPA Artist American Modernist, c.1940

1940s American Modern Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Dorothy RivoWatercolor Painting American Modern Painting Bridge Harbor Female Artist 1950, 1960

21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings

Hiremio Garcia Santaolaya Abstract Painting, Cuban American Artist, 2017

21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings

Abstract Mixed Media Painting, Juan Navarette Cuban-American Artist

20th Century Impressionist Animal Paintings

William Samuel HortonAmerican artist William Samuel Horton oil painting Cattles grazing at dusk

21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings

Hiremio Garcia Santaolaya Abstract Painting, Cuban-American Artist, 2017

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Paintings

Contemporary Oil Painting by Cuban American Artist Juan Navarette

2010s Contemporary Interior Paintings

Angela WakefieldAmerican Diner Still Life Painting by Leading British Urban Landscape Artist, 2018

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Paintings

Contemporary Oil Painting by Cuban American Artist Juan Navarette

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Jules PagesFigurative Nude Painting by Jules Pages 1867 - 1946 American, California, artist, circa 1900

1960s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Jacob BinderListed American Artist Jacob Binder (1887-1984), oil painting, Portrait, 1969, 1969

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Aldro Thompson HibbardAmerican Artist Aldro T. Hibbard Landscape Painting Monhegan Island Maine Scene

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Adolf DehnHaitian Scene #7 Signed Mid Century modern painting, Associated American Artists, 1951

Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

john whalleyLandscape Painting by American Realist Artist John Whalley "The Long Road", 20th Century

1980s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Roger Van OuytselLarge Abstract Oil Painting Belgian American Artist Roger Van Ouytsel Menorah, 1987

1970s Figurative Paintings

J.P. Lovers in a Doorway , American Folk Art, Outsider artist, Figural painting, Circa 1975

Early 20th Century North American Paintings

Impressionist Landscape by American Artist George Renouard

2010s Abstract Impressionist Figurative Paintings

William Kalwick White Eagle , Native American Indian, Oil Painting , Texas Artist, Western Art, 2020

2010s Abstract Impressionist Figurative Paintings

William Kalwick Sacred Place , American Plains Indian, Oil Painting , Texas Artist, Western Art, 2020

1950s Abstract Portrait Paintings

American Modernist Black Woman Artist New Orleans Family Portrait Oil Painting, 1960

Mid-20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Alice Makara
Vintage American Modernist Woman Artist Alice Makara Minimal Abstract Painting, 1980

Daria Molostnova
Lava Cliffs - Hawaii Landscape Painting, Ocean Sky, Plein Air, American Artist, 2025

Martica Miguens
Minimalist Painting New York American Artist Female Grey Red 1975, 1975

Richard Huntington
American Contemporary Painting Artist Model Easel Gun Richard Huntington Mexico, 2020

Louise Lue Osborne
On the Balcony - American Scene Female Artist, 1938

Matthew Weigle
"Meat" contemporary realist oil painting by American artist, raw, uncooked, chef, 2016

Charles Elmer Harris
Central Railroad — Mid-Century African-American Artist, c. 1945

Wilson Henry Irvine
American Impressionist Artist Wilson Irvine 1869-1936 Autumn Field Oil painting, circa 1900

Stuart Fullerton
Red Door at Venice Cathedral Italy Oil Painting Framed American Artist, 2021

Guy Carleton Wiggins
American Impressionist Artist Guy C Wiggins 1883-1962 Landscape Oil Painting, circa 1900

Maurice Kish
The Clown Surrealist Oil Painting Maurice Kish WPA Artist American Modernist, c.1940

Dorothy Rivo
Watercolor Painting American Modern Painting Bridge Harbor Female Artist 1950, 1960

William Samuel Horton
American artist William Samuel Horton oil painting Cattles grazing at dusk

Angela Wakefield
American Diner Still Life Painting by Leading British Urban Landscape Artist, 2018

Jules Pages
Figurative Nude Painting by Jules Pages 1867 - 1946 American, California, artist, circa 1900

Jacob Binder
Listed American Artist Jacob Binder (1887-1984), oil painting, Portrait, 1969, 1969

Aldro Thompson Hibbard
American Artist Aldro T. Hibbard Landscape Painting Monhegan Island Maine Scene

Adolf Dehn
Haitian Scene #7 Signed Mid Century modern painting, Associated American Artists, 1951

john whalley
Landscape Painting by American Realist Artist John Whalley "The Long Road", 20th Century

Roger Van Ouytsel
Large Abstract Oil Painting Belgian American Artist Roger Van Ouytsel Menorah, 1987

J.P.
Lovers in a Doorway , American Folk Art, Outsider artist, Figural painting, Circa 1975

William Kalwick
White Eagle , Native American Indian, Oil Painting , Texas Artist, Western Art, 2020

William Kalwick
Sacred Place , American Plains Indian, Oil Painting , Texas Artist, Western Art, 2020

Ben-Zion Weinman
American Modernist Oil Painting Expressionist Vase, Flowers WPA Artist Ben ZIon

Richard J. Watson
Sunrise Over Money: framed painting / collage by Black African American artist, 2024

Adja Yunkers
Mixed Media Collage Oil Painting Latvian American Modernist Artist Adja Yunkers, 1973

Harvey Gregory Prusheck
Western Mountainous Landscape, Slovenian-American Artist

Louis Bosa
Cathedral in Venice, large 20th century oil painting, Italian-American artist

Ben-Zion Weinman
American Modernist Oil Painting Gestural Landscape WPA Artist Group of 10

Anita F. Plumb
Antique American Period Cubist Abstract Signed Framed Rare Artist Oil Painting, 1940

Joan Watts
Minimalist Taos New Mexico Female American Artist Vertical ONE oil Painting, 1993

Norman Carton
American Vivid Abstract Expressionist Art Oil Painting Norman Carton, WPA Artist

Norman Carton
American Vivid Abstract Expressionist Art Oil Painting Norman Carton, WPA Artist

Norman Carton
American Vivid Abstract Expressionist Art Oil Painting Norman Carton, WPA Artist

Norman Carton
American Vivid Abstract Expressionist Art Oil Painting Norman Carton, WPA Artist

Ross Stefan
"INDIAN MAIDENS" NATIVE AMERICAN ARIZONA ARTIST, 20th century

Earl Hill
Gas Station Attendant (African American artist), 1966

Alfred Juergens
Indian Creek, Michigan Landscape, Chicago Artist, American Impressionist

Barry Johnson
American School New York City Abstract Outsider Artist Animal Abstract Painting, 1960