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?

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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

Who is the artist that paints bunnies?

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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 4

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 5

How do I identify an artist’s painting?

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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 6

What artist is known for stripe painting?

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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 7

How do I find an artist of oil paintings?

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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 8

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 9

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 10

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 11

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

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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 12

Are paintings by unknown artists worth anything?

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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 13

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 14

Who was a German artist who painted realistic portraits?

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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 15

Who was the first artist to use oil paint?

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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 16

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 17

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 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

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.

Question 20

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.

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Maryann Lucas"Speak No Evil" oil painting, self-portrait of artist covering mouth with hand, 2025

Vintage 1980s American American Classical Paintings

Mid Century Modernist Painting by New York Artist Randy Harter

1920s American Modern Landscape Paintings

Margaret Munro Stratton McLennan A Pair of Modern Impressionist Landscape Oil Paintings Framed Female artist NY, 1920

1950s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

George Lawrence Nelson"Autumn" Colorful Mid-20th Century American Oil Painting Landscape with Tress, 1950

1930s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Harry BowdenAmerican abstract painting of a nude woman by a California artist circa 1937, 1930s

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Daria MolostnovaRed Shoes. Young woman, red heels, black dress, coming of age, American artist, 2024

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Mid Century Seated Nude Portrait by American Artist Jane White C1950

1980s Realist Figurative Paintings

Catherine KoenigRare Catherine Koenig Nude Female Artist American Trompe L oeil Pastel Pink, 1990

2010s American Realist Still-life Paintings

Gary HernandezPear on a Red String Realist Artist, Floral Painting, Representational, Framed, 2004

Vintage 1960s American Late Victorian Paintings

20th C. Ruth Cobb, American Artist, Framed Watercolor on Paper

1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings

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20th Century American Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Robert CoxStill Life of a Vase of Red White Flowers by 20th Century American Artist, 1975 Circa

1980s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Gary Niblett"A FINE WELCOME" WESTERN COWBOY ARTISTS OF AMERICA 38 X 50 FRAMED NOCTURNAL

Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Richard Hayley LeverHyde Park, London, 1900s by American artist Richard Hayley Lever, oil on canvas, 1900

1940s American Modern Still-life Paintings

Joseph RaskinVASE WITH FLOWERS IN MIRROR Modernist Oil Painting Joseph Raskin WPA Artist

2010s American Realist Still-life Paintings

Albert Nemethy Jr."Artist Studio Pallet Brushes" Photorealist Turquoise Oil on Canvas Painting, 2021

Early 20th Century American American Classical Paintings

Portrait painting of William I, inspired from artist Johann Heinrich Tischbein

1990s American Modern Figurative Paintings

Christine Chatwell"Artist at Work" - Portrait of the Artist in Oil on Canvas, 1990

Early 20th Century American Paintings

Impressionist Landscape Twilight by American Artist George Renouard, Dated 1916

2010s American Modern Landscape Paintings

Angela WakefieldPainting of New York City Fire Department in New York City by British Artist, 2010

1940s American Modern Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Erle LoranAmerican modernist landscape drawing by a San Francisco Bay Area artist, c1940

Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Portrait of a Handsome Man Oil Painting by Mid Century Artist

Vintage 1950s American Paintings

Oil on Canvas by W.R. Barrel Listed American Artist

Early 20th Century American Paintings

Landscape at Twilight by American Artist George Renouard, Dated 1916

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Portrait Paintings

Maryann Lucas"See No Evil" oil painting, self portrait of artist covering her eyes with hands, 2025

1960s Modern Animal Paintings

Roberto ObregonLatin American Oil Painting Roberto Obregon Colombian Venezuelan Master, 1964

1960s American Modern Landscape Paintings

Stan DudekMid-Century Painting of a Red Barn Mill Scene by Illinois Artist Stan Dudek, ca. 1960

2010s American Expressionist Paintings

American Artist Barbara A.G. Riddle Acrylic on Canvas "Your Mooove"

1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings

G. Caliman CoxeG CALIMAN COXE Exodus 12 African American Artist 1980 abstract red orange purple, 1980

1860s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Henry Peters GrayORIGINAL 1860 Famous American Artist Henry Peters Gray (1819-1877) oil on canvas, 1860

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Oliver Corbett "Along the River" 20th Century American Colorful Oil Painting of Landscape Trees, Early 20th Century

2010s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Marc Dalessio"Cape Cod" oil painting by American Impressionist, blue seascape w grey clouds, 2018

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Portrait of a 1920s Woman by Mystery American Artist, c. 1930s

20th Century American Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Robert CoxStill Life of a Vase of Pink Red White Roses by 20th Century American Artist, 1975 Circa

20th Century American Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Robert CoxStill Life of a Vase of Pink Red White Roses by 20th Century American Artist, 1975 Circa

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Daria MolostnovaBird of Paradise in Dusk - Hawaiian Still Life, Tropical Flower, American Artist, 2025

1940s American Modern Still-life Paintings

Clarence Holbrook CarterStill Life with Apples and Skull, Figurative Oil Painting by Ohio Artist, 1940

1990s American Modern Paintings

Rustic Wall Art "Los Atravesados" by Mexican American Artist Roger Palacios.

1980s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Paul HealdSubtle Abstract Oil on Canvas by Listed American Artist Paul Heald (1936-2014), 1983

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Paintings

Maryann Lucas
"Speak No Evil" oil painting, self-portrait of artist covering mouth with hand, 2025

Margaret Munro Stratton McLennan
A Pair of Modern Impressionist Landscape Oil Paintings Framed Female artist NY, 1920

George Lawrence Nelson
"Autumn" Colorful Mid-20th Century American Oil Painting Landscape with Tress, 1950

Harry Bowden
American abstract painting of a nude woman by a California artist circa 1937, 1930s

Daria Molostnova
Red Shoes. Young woman, red heels, black dress, coming of age, American artist, 2024

Catherine Koenig
Rare Catherine Koenig Nude Female Artist American Trompe L oeil Pastel Pink, 1990

Gary Hernandez
Pear on a Red String Realist Artist, Floral Painting, Representational, Framed, 2004

G. Caliman Coxe
G Caliman Coxe EXODUS 28 African-American Artist 1980 abstract red orange purple, 1980

Robert Cox
Still Life of a Vase of Red White Flowers by 20th Century American Artist, 1975 Circa

Gary Niblett
"A FINE WELCOME" WESTERN COWBOY ARTISTS OF AMERICA 38 X 50 FRAMED NOCTURNAL

Richard Hayley Lever
Hyde Park, London, 1900s by American artist Richard Hayley Lever, oil on canvas, 1900

Joseph Raskin
VASE WITH FLOWERS IN MIRROR Modernist Oil Painting Joseph Raskin WPA Artist

Albert Nemethy Jr.
"Artist Studio Pallet Brushes" Photorealist Turquoise Oil on Canvas Painting, 2021

Christine Chatwell
"Artist at Work" - Portrait of the Artist in Oil on Canvas, 1990

Angela Wakefield
Painting of New York City Fire Department in New York City by British Artist, 2010

Erle Loran
American modernist landscape drawing by a San Francisco Bay Area artist, c1940

Maryann Lucas
"See No Evil" oil painting, self portrait of artist covering her eyes with hands, 2025

Roberto Obregon
Latin American Oil Painting Roberto Obregon Colombian Venezuelan Master, 1964

Stan Dudek
Mid-Century Painting of a Red Barn Mill Scene by Illinois Artist Stan Dudek, ca. 1960

G. Caliman Coxe
G CALIMAN COXE Exodus 12 African American Artist 1980 abstract red orange purple, 1980

Henry Peters Gray
ORIGINAL 1860 Famous American Artist Henry Peters Gray (1819-1877) oil on canvas, 1860

Oliver Corbett
"Along the River" 20th Century American Colorful Oil Painting of Landscape Trees, Early 20th Century

Marc Dalessio
"Cape Cod" oil painting by American Impressionist, blue seascape w grey clouds, 2018

Robert Cox
Still Life of a Vase of Pink Red White Roses by 20th Century American Artist, 1975 Circa

Robert Cox
Still Life of a Vase of Pink Red White Roses by 20th Century American Artist, 1975 Circa

Daria Molostnova
Bird of Paradise in Dusk - Hawaiian Still Life, Tropical Flower, American Artist, 2025

Clarence Holbrook Carter
Still Life with Apples and Skull, Figurative Oil Painting by Ohio Artist, 1940

Paul Heald
Subtle Abstract Oil on Canvas by Listed American Artist Paul Heald (1936-2014), 1983

Nicolai Cikovsky
Large Modernist Oil Painting Wild Flowers in Vase WPA Artist Nicolai Cikovsky

Myrtle Cureton
Mid Century Portrait of the Artist, c.1957

Nicolai Cikovsky
Modernist Floral Oil Painting Roses, Flowers in Vase WPA Artist Nicolai Cikovsky

John Hardy (Artist)
Page Ogden and The Kitchen, 1977

Michael William Eggleston
Abstract Expressionist Artists Self Portrait, late 20th Century

John O Brien Inman
Famous American Artist John O Brien Inman (1828-1896) O/C Antique 1864 Portrait, 1864

Polly Thayer
Oil Painting Still Life Fruit Bowl Polly Thayer Boston Modernist Woman Artist, c. 20th century

Harold Haydon
A Charming 1956 Painting of a Red House in Calais, VT by Artist Harold Haydon, 1956

Doris Warner
The Artists Studio - Interior Watercolor, 1969