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The Peculiar Beauty of a Breakup Song - vivid, gestural landscape, oil on canvas
By Julie Himel
Located in Bloomfield, ON
studies at the Toronto School of Art and Langara College in Vancouver. Himel has been painting
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic

The beauty of dance XII
Located in Zofingen, AG
art with dancing ballerina. Combination of oil paints with acrylic underpainting. Professional paints
Category

2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The beauty of dance IX
Located in Zofingen, AG
A continuation of the ballet topic. A beautiful ballerina in a dance moving. Realistic contemporary art with dancing ballerina. Professional paints on linen canvas.
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

The beauty of dance VIII
Located in Zofingen, AG
A continuation of the ballet topic. A beautiful ballerina in a dance moving. Realistic contemporary art with dancing ballerina. Professional paints on linen canvas.
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

The beauty of dance XIII
Located in Zofingen, AG
art with dancing ballerina. You can see also the beginning of the painting with grisaille drawing
Category

2010s American Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

What Beauty is For
By Elizabeth Barlow
Located in Burlingame, CA
Floral still life painting that celebrates beauty and joie de vivre, by Elizabeth Barlow, who
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Linen, Canvas

Young beauty resting on the riverbank
By Alberto Falchetti
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Alberto Falchetti (Italian, 1878 – 1951) Young beauty resting on the riverbank, 1909 Oil on board
Category

Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

"Bridges of Beauty" Mixed media Painting 57" x 79" inch by Ahmed Farid
By Ahmed Farid
Located in Culver City, CA
"Bridges of Beauty" Mixed media Painting 57" x 79" inch by Ahmed Farid * Due to the Ministry of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic, Board, Pen, Wax

DEATH VALLEY - desert beauty horizontal landscape
By Willard Dixon
Located in Burlingame, CA
original horizontal oil on canvas painting, Death Valley that is 15 x 60 inches and it is framed in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Raw Beauty" Original Painting, 2019, 48" x 60" in hues of Ivory and Black
By Karina Gentinetta
Located in New York, NY
"Raw Beauty", 2019, 48" x 60" acrylic, pencil and oil pastel on canvas by Argentine born artist
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Charcoal, Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Pencil, Color Pencil

3 in 1 (Beauty, Fashion, and Elegant)
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Fashion and beauty are often touted to be synonymous with women but men are equally interested in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

The Moment Beauty and Peace Was Remembered
By Brian Jerome
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Content, happiness, joy, what have you, may be very well momentary and quick, but it should always be valued, respected, and resonate of the true peace in life.
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic

Chinese Contemporary Art by Su Yu - Flowers Beauty
By Su Yu
Located in Paris, IDF
an old student of prestigious art teachers as Shi Liang & Chen Danqing at Oil Painting Institute in
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Beauty in a Boa by Jean-Gabriel Domergue
By Jean-Gabriel Domergue
Located in New Orleans, LA
Jean-Gabriel Domergue 1889-1962 French Beauty in a Boa Signed "Jean Gabriel Domergue" (lower
Category

20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique Oil on Canvas Portrait of Elegant Beauty and Spring Flowers 1893
By De Scott Evans
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Oil on Canvas Portrait of Elegant Beauty and Spring Flowers 1893 Artist: DeScott Evans
Category

Antique 1890s French Paintings

Materials

Canvas

“Young Nude Beauty”
By Warren B. Davis
Located in Southampton, NY
Oil pastel on artist board of a young nude beauty by the American artist, Warren B. Davis. Signed
Category

1890s Academic Nude Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Oil Pastel, Cardboard

Beauty of Not Yet - 21st Century Contemporary, Figurative, Impressionist
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
This painting captures a woman in the in-between, already regal, but still becoming. Through earing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic, Pastel

My African Dream - In Stillness - Colorful Peace Beauty Abstract Portrait
By Karnish Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Title: My African Dream - In Stillness Colorful Peace Beauty Abstract Portrait Abundance Ubuntu
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic

Eniyan (Human) 11 -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Beauty Women
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
University, Ile-Ife, in the Department of Fine and Applied Arts, where he specialized in painting. His works
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Girl in a Kimono - 19th Century Portrait of Red Haired Beauty
By Clara Murray Hawkes
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
. As with all of the original antique oil paintings we sell it is offered in excellent condition
Category

1890s Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

A Moroccan Beauty, Cruz Herrera Mid 20th Century Orientalist Figure Interior
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Oil on canvas circa 1940. Signed lower right. Framed dimensions are 34 inches high by 40 inches
Category

Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th C. Palatial Oil on Canvas of a Young Beauty Finely Carved Gilt Gesso Frame
Located in Manhasset, NY
19th century Palatial oil on canvas of a young beauty. This large and impressive oil on canvas has
Category

Antique 1890s English Barbizon School Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas

A Matter of Choice - Contemporary Art, Yellow, Blue, Sand, Sea, Female, Beauty
By Radu Rodideal
Located in Baden-Baden, DE
A Matter Of Choice, 2019 Oil on canvas (Signed on reverse) 59.05 H x 39.37 W in. 150 H x 100 W cm
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Beauty Takes Time" Still life with view of Tuscan landscape through window
By Melissa Franklin Sanchez
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Beauty Takes Time" with a still life painting of the view of landscape through a window. Melissa
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Interior Paintings

Materials

Brass

A Spanish Beauty - 19th Century Portrait of Girl with Fan - 1863 Paris Salon
By Henri-Guillaume Schlesinger
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
This is a very large fine 19th century oil on canvas depicting a ‘Spanish Beauty’ with a fan by the
Category

1860s Romantic Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Thoroughly Modern Millie, Portrait of a Flapper Beauty in Cloche Hat and Dress
By André Rouveyre
Located in Cotignac, FR
A French early 20th century oil on panel portrait of a lady at the theatre in 'cloche' hat with
Category

Early 20th Century Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Mid-18th-Century Cuzco School, Nuestra Señora De La Bella (Our Lady Of Beauty)
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This charming mid-18th-century Cuzco School oil painting depicts the Virgin Mary as Nuestra Señora
Category

18th Century Baroque Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Jill Matthews, "Red Beauties", Contemporary Red and Blue Floral Still Life
By Jill Matthews
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This fresh and airy bouquet piece, "Red Beauties" is a 24x24 oil painting on canvas by artist Jill
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Simple Beauty" colorful flower still life with orange, purple, and blue
By Maryann Lucas
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Simple Beauty" is a colorful flower still life with orange, purple, and blue Artist Bio Maryann
Category

2010s American Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel, Wood Panel

Robinson Jones Framed Oil Painting on Canvas of Sailing Vessel
Located in Nashville, TN
beauty of traditional oil paintings, this piece is sure to make a statement in your home or office
Category

20th Century English Victorian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

"HIGH PLAINS BLOSSOM" COWGIRL WESTERN BRILLIANT COLORS TEXAS ARTIST
Located in San Antonio, TX
Statement My oil paintings are a vibrant expression of the feminine and the can-do spirit of the Wild
Category

2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"MY HORSE IS FASTER THAN YOURS" COWGIRL WESTERN BRILLIANT COLORS TEXAS ARTIST
Located in San Antonio, TX
and color. My oil paintings are devoted to beauty, especially in its feminine form. I seek to create a
Category

2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

California Bouquet
By Elizabeth Barlow
Located in Burlingame, CA
Floral still life painting that celebrates beauty and joie de vivre, by Elizabeth Barlow, who
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Autumn Beauty, Oil Painting
By George Peebles
Located in San Francisco, CA
, landscape, rural, landscape, representational, oil painting, green, redAutumn BeautyGeorge
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Beauty Fades 1" Oil Painting
By Patrick Kramer
Located in Denver, CO
Patrick Kramer's (US based) "Beauty Fades 1" is an oil painting that depicts the "Mona Lisa" by
Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

"Beauty Fades 2" Oil Painting
By Patrick Kramer
Located in Denver, CO
Patrick Kramer's (US based) "Beauty Fades 2" is an oil painting that depicts the "Girl with a Pearl
Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

The great beauty, Painting, Oil on Paper
By Federico Cortese
Located in Yardley, PA
Oil on thick paper. In my childhood memories there are often the sea and the beach, the sun and the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Summertime Beauty original abstract oil landscape painting-Contemporary art
By Yvonne Coomber
Located in London, Chelsea
This original painting by Yvonne Coomber is inspired by nature, love and wild places, it is painted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

American Beauty - Belle Epoque Oil Painting Portrait of Glamorous Redhead
By Harry Roseland
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
This is a fine Belle Epoque oil painting portrait of a young redheaded beauty strikingly lit from
Category

Early 20th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Contemporary abstract expressionist floral oil painting "Beauty in the bouquet"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This small abstract expressionist floral painting, "Beauty in the Bouquet," was created by the
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

Vigilance, Loyalty Devotion - 19th Century Oil Painting Society Beauty Dogs
By Arthur Wardle
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
international shipping is always complimentary. The painting – which depicts a young beauty surrounded by
Category

Late 19th Century Pre-Raphaelite Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Enchantress - 19th Century Portrait Oil Painting Belle Epoque French Beauty
By Nathaniel Sichel
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘The Enchantress’ by Nathaniel Sichel (1843-1907). This large fine 19th century oil on canvas
Category

Late 19th Century French School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Botanical Beauty - original realism still life oil painting - contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
artistic journey. From childhood sketchbooks to large-scale oil paintings, Natalie’s work has evolved into
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Spanish Beauty -British Victorian art female portrait oil painting
By William Oliver
Located in Hagley, England
This lovely Victorian portrait oil painting is by British exhibited artist William Oliver. Painted
Category

19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

An Edwardian Beauty - Fine Early 20th Century English Girl Portrait Oil Painting
By Allan Douglas Davidson
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘Portrait of an Edwardian Beauty’ by Allan Douglas Davidson R.B.A., R.O.I. (1873–1932). The
Category

Early 20th Century English School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Regina dei Fiori - 19th Century Portrait Oil Painting of Italian Society Beauty
By Frédéric Soulacroix
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘Regina dei Fiori’ by Frédéric Soulacroix (1858-1933). The painting – which depicts an
Category

Late 19th Century Academic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Going to the Ball - 19th Century Oil Painting of Young Society Beauty
By Robert Julius Beyschlag
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘Leaving the Ball’ by Robert Julius Beyschlag (1838-1903). The painting – which depicts a young
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

La Fille à la Fontaine - 19th Century French Oil Painting Young Italian Beauty
By Jacques-Eugene Feyen
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
the original antique oil paintings we sell it is offered in the very finest condition it can be for
Category

Late 19th Century Academic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Fille de la Nymphe - 19th Century French Oil Painting Portrait of Young Beauty
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘Une Fille de la Nymphe’ by Auguste-Émile Pinchart (1842-1920). The painting - depicts a girl
Category

Late 19th Century French School Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

George Paice Sarcastic Beauty Equestrian Horse Painting
By George Paice
Located in San Rafael, CA
George Paice (British, 1854 -1925) Sarcastic Beauty, 1913 Oil on canvas Signed, titled and dated
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Beauty"
By Vaclav Vytlacil
Located in Lambertville, NJ
until 1921. This enabled him to travel to Europe to study Cézanne’s paintings and works of the Old
Category

1930s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Portrait of a French Woman Oil Painting Hungarian Master A. Biro French Beauty
By Akos Biro
Located in Surfside, FL
Canvas measures 25" X 19" inches without the frame. Born in Nagykaroly, Hungary in 1911 (Transylvania, in 1919 it became Carei, Romania). His parents came from the gentry and trade...
Category

20th Century Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sleeping Beauty
Located in Zofingen, AG
The painting depicts a sleeping girl. Her long, fair hair is disheveled on the pillow, and her
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Fine 1890 s English Pre-Raphaelite Oil Painting Portrait of Young Beauty by Sea
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
suggesting it was possibly an unfinished work or preparatory painting in advance of more finished work. oil
Category

19th Century Pre-Raphaelite Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

White Beauty
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Slonem, Hunt Title: White Beauty Series: Bunnies Date: 2016 Medium: Oil on panel
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Black Beauty"
By Irving Amen
Located in Southampton, NY
Oil on canvas painting by American artist, Irving Amen. He as known for his cubist style. Notice
Category

1970s Cubist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Standing Beauty
By William Etty
Located in Missouri, MO
William Etty (British 1787-1849) "Standing Beauty" Oil on Canvas Signed Lower Right Canvas Size
Category

Mid-19th Century Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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Beauty Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact beauty oil painting you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. In our selection of items, you can find Contemporary examples as well as a Impressionist version. If you’re looking for a beauty oil painting from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right beauty oil painting is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes brown, black, gray and blue. Finding an appealing beauty oil painting — no matter the origin — is easy, but Rudolf Kosow, Elizabeth Barlow, Radu Rodideal, Elena Done and Walter Blackman each produced popular versions that are worth a look. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much is a Beauty Oil Painting?

The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a beauty oil painting in our inventory may begin at $500 and can go as high as $254,815, while the average can fetch as much as $5,440.

Finding the Right Paintings for You

Painting is an art form that has spanned innumerable cultures, with artists using the medium to tell stories, explore and communicate ideas and express themselves. To bring abstract paintings, landscape paintings, still-life paintings and other original paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.

When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.

Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs.

Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.

No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel.

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Questions About Beauty Oil Painting
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    Jan 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Oil 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.
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An 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, 2024
    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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    A 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, 2024
    The 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, 2024
    Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.

    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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, 2023
    Because 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, 2021
    Any 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.

    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

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