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Black Beauty
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Painting
Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria
This work is unique, this is not a print or
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Young Beauty
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Luis Ricardo Falero (1851-1896) who worked in Paris. Alice Herrfelt took painting lessons from the
Category
1950s Art Deco Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
ZhiQin Yu Landscape Original Oil On Canvas "Lost Beauty 3"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Lost Beauty 3
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 19 x 23 inches
Frame: Framing options available
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Paul Émile Chabas "Young beauty with seashell" French Oil Paniting
Located in New York, NY
Expositionale in 1900. A scandal followed him regarding his painting ‘September Morn’ when Anthony Comstock
Category
Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
A Reading Beauty
By Hans Hamza
Located in Missouri, MO
Hans Hamza (Austrian 1879-1945)
A Reading Beauty
Oil on Panel
Signed
Site Size: approx. 8 x 6
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Beauty For Athena
By Sax Berlin
Located in Brecon, Powys
Sax's concentration has been on coolness and serenity. The powdered hues evoking a feeling of expansiveness and liberty. The texture is volcanic glass and crushed volcanic rock gathe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
A Spanish Beauty
By Edward Charles Barnes
Located in Belgravia, London, London
Oil on canvas
Canvas size: 18 x 14 inches
Signed lower left
Category
19th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Brittle Beauty
By Maryann Lucas
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
An oil painting of a curved, aging flower branch.
Maryann Lucas lives and works in Sag Harbor
Category
2010s American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
“The Three Beauties”
Located in Southampton, NY
Mid century modern oil on canvas painting by the American artist, Nicholas Takis. Signed lower
Category
1950s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Boardwalk Beauty, Danny Galieote, Oil on Canvas, Pop Art, Americana-Figurative
By Danny Galieote
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Boardwalk Beauty"
34" x 27" (41" x 34" Framed)
Oil on Canvas
Danny Galieote juxtaposes the
Category
2010s American Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sleeping African Beauty
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Painting
Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria
This work is unique, this is not a print or
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
"Red Beauty" by Manuel Higueras 39" x 59" Oil on Canvas
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item is in excellent condition and has only been displayed in a gallery setting. Item includes frame; framed dimensions are approximately 41 x 61 inches.
Manuel Higueras was born in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Harold Speed, British Impressionist painting of a beauty by a fountain
By Harold Speed
Located in Harkstead, GB
(1913) and Oil Painting Techniques and Materials (1924).
His work is held in numerous public and private
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
A Mother
s Beauty, Oil, Female Cardinal, Impressionism , SW Art, Texas Artist, 2021
By Judy Crowe
Located in Houston, TX
A Mother's Beauty is a Bird commonly seen in Texas and painted in the Impressionistic style by
Category
2010s Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Beauty with Red Roses"
By Harry Herman Roseland
Located in Southampton, NY
Oil on canvas painting by the well known American artist, Harry Roseland. Signed lower left and
Category
1910s Academic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Beauty of Age
By Joel Carson Jones
Located in Greenwich, CT
oil painting of a key
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Beauty of the Rose
By Lu Haskew
Located in Loveland, CO
Beauty of the Rose by Lu Haskew
Oil on Canvas, 14x18" image size, 22x26" Framed
Still Life of
Category
Early 2000s American Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
When Fat Is Beauty
By Bernhard Gutmann
Located in Buffalo, NY
.
This oil painting was exhibited at the Allied Artists of America. Excellent original condition
Category
1930s Ashcan School Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Young Beauty in a Black Gown
By Lajos Mark
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
This is a very large fine original 19th century oil on canvas depicting a young beauty in a black
Category
19th Century Romantic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
John Whitlock Codner RWA (1913-2008) - Framed 20th Century Oil, Buff Beauty
By John Whitlock Codner
Located in Corsham, GB
Floral Still Life. Presented in a ornate gilt frame and slip. Signed to the lower left. On panel.
Category
20th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Spring Came, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
life, conveying a sense of simplicity, beauty, and tranquility. Overall, this oil painting is a
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Nature
s Beauty by Katharina Husslein - Crops growing Impressionist Nature
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
A beautifully colorful oil and acrylic painting - inspired by impressionist artworks, this
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
True Beauty by Russian Artist Tatyana Klevenskiy
By Tatyana Klevenskiy
Located in Atlanta, GA
Tatyana Klevenskiy, born in 1961 in Yaroslavl, Russia, began her career of painting at the young
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage American School Modernist Fall Abstract Landscape Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
historical context, and evocative beauty, this framed oil painting is an investment in art that transcends
Category
1950s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Last Chance - Contemporary, Summer, Pool, Beauty, Green, Beige, Glamour, Water
By Radu Rodideal
Located in Baden-Baden, DE
Last Chance, 2019
Oil on canvas (Signed on reverse)
59.05 H x 39.37 W in.
150 H x 100 W cm
In his
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Eniyan (Human) 11 -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Portrait, Beauty Women
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
University Ile-Ife, from 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
PORTRAIT OF ASIAN BEAUTY
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GERTRUDE L. PEW
"PORTRAIT OF ASIAN BEAUTY"
PASTEL, SIGNED
AMERICAN, C.1910
18 X 12 INCHES
Category
1910s Art Deco Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Oil Pastel
Belle Femme en Déshabillé - 19th Century French Salon Portrait of Society Beauty
By Charles Joshua Chaplin
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
This is a large fine 19th century oil painting portrait of a young society beauty captured in semi
Category
Late 19th Century Academic Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil
When It
s Not Enough - 21st Century, Pink, Summer, Pop Art, Glamour, Beauty
By Radu Rodideal
Located in Baden-Baden, DE
When It's Not Enough, 2019
Oil on canvas (Signed on reverse)
23.62 H x 23.62 W in.
60 H x 60 W cm
Category
2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Tropical Beach Beauty
, Long Beach Art Association, Fiji, Pacific, South Seas
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Signed lower right, 'G. Conway' for Gregory J. Conway (American, 20th century) and painted circa 1955. Framed dimensions: 17 H x .75 D x 14.25 W inches
This listed California artist...
Category
1960s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
The Contemplation of Beauty
, Ecole des Beaux Arts, Geneva, Venus de Milo
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
A late 19th-century cabinet-sized oil on chamfered mahogany panel showing an elegant interior with
Category
1870s Romantic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"The Red Beauty" Woman in Black Bathing Suit Posing on a Red 1959 Chevy on Beach
By Elise Remender
Located in Edgartown, MA
"The Red Beauty" Woman in Black Bathing Suit Posing on Vintage Cadillac on Beach
“Since I was
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Oil on Canvas Painting, Depicting Mohammed Ali
s, Massacre of the Mamluks
Located in London, GB
its overall impact and beauty.
This oil on canvas painting is attributed to the follower of Horace
Category
Antique 19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Paint
Antiqued Massive Ornate Gold Gilded Framed "The Dinner Party" Oil on Canvas
Located in Chicago, IL
beauty of "The Gathering" Oil Painting on Gallery-Wrapped Canvas. Experience the emotional connection and
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Victorian Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
"I
M GOING TO ANYWAY" COWGIRL SWAGGER 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
"FOREVER RADIANT" MODERN SUNFLOWER 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
Prayer For Peace
By Gloria Matuszewski
Located in Burlingame, CA
Oil paintings inspired by Taoist teachings and meditations, with a focus on color, rhythm and flow
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Graphite, Mixed Media, Oil
Beachside Beauty, oil painting by TS Harris
By T.S. Harris
Located in Nantucket, MA
An original 48x36" oil on canvas painting by contemporary American artist Tracey Sylvester Harris
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Scarlet Haired Beauty Oil Painting by Jules Ballavoine
By Jules Ballavoine
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Angelic painting of a red haired woman sitting in profile, with her face turned towards the viewer
Category
Antique 19th Century French Romantic Paintings
Materials
Canvas
" Beauty and Wit " 20th Century Oil
By Rip Matteson
Located in San Francisco, CA
This late 20th century oil on canvas female portrait entitled "Beauty and Wit" is by Oakland artist
Category
20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Uncontrollable Beauty
By Marc Dennis
Located in New York, NY
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Beauty - Contemporary Figurative Painting by Elena Guillaumin
By Elena Guillaumin
Located in Edinburgh, GB
landscape and ephemerality. Her paintings capture a variety scenarios from landscapes to abstracts. She
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Linen
PETER MAX Acrylic Painting ORIGINAL Blushing BEAUTY PROFILE Signed POP ART oil
By Peter Max
Located in Bloomington, MN
Artist: Peter Max
Title: "Beauty Profile Original"
Medium: One-of-a-kind Painting with Acrylic and
Category
1990s Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Acrylic
PETER MAX Acrylic Painting ORIGINAL Artists PROFILE Signed POP ART beauty oil
By Peter Max
Located in Bloomington, MN
PETER MAX Original One-of-a-kind Painting with Hand Painted Borders titled, "ORIGINAL ARTISTS
Category
1990s Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Pied Beauty
By Kay Bradner
Located in Mill Valley, CA
Landscape oil painting on aluminum.
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Aging Beauties
Located in Basalt, CO
these types of landscape paintings rather than the beauty of individual objects.” -Dinah Worman
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Majestic Beauties
By Li Zhong Liang
Located in Red Bank, NJ
Li Zhong Liang flawlessly combines Classicism, Realism and Impressionism to create a unique mood and captivate his viewer.
This statement piece is a stunning example of Liang's d...
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Beauty Abounds
By Susie Pryor
Located in Atlanta, GA
Oil on canvas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
American Beauty
By Douglas Schneider
Located in Jackson, WY
American Bison
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
PETER MAX Acrylic Painting ORIGINAL Signed ASIA Beauty Profile Pop ART large oil
By Peter Max
Located in Bloomington, MN
painting titled "ASIA" offered for sale with the SUBMIT BEST OFFER OPTION. Elaborately Custom Framed
Category
Early 2000s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Acrylic
PETER MAX Acrylic Painting ORIGINAL Signed ASIA Beauty Profile Pop ART large oil
By Peter Max
Located in Bloomington, MN
painting titled "ASIA" offered for sale with the SUBMIT BEST OFFER OPTION. Elaborately Custom Framed
Category
Early 2000s Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Acrylic
PETER MAX Acrylic Painting ORIGINAL HEART Signed POP ART Love Beauty Profile Oil
By Peter Max
Located in Bloomington, MN
Artist: Peter Max
Title: HEART 2000
Medium: Acrylic
Year: 2000
Reference information:Max Studios Reference Number 63167
Artwork Size: 11 x 8.5 Unframed
Frame Size: 23 x 20 Framed
Category
Early 2000s Pop Art Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Oil Painting on Canvas of a Beauty with Flowers by Daniel Hernandez
By Daniel Hernandez
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An absolutely beautiful antique oil on canvas painting
of a beautiful woman holding flowers
Category
Antique 19th Century Peruvian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Look at my Beauty
By Odd Nerdrum
Located in New York, NY
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Coastal Beauty, original 24x30 marine landscape
By Stephen Knight
Located in Spring Lake, NJ
his paintings, sharing his world of dreams with the viewer. Knight is a juried member of Oil Painters
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Bathing Beauties Oil on Canvas Signed “Paul Hausdorff”, circa 1920
Located in Seattle, WA
This is a lovely framed oil on canvas of a group of brown bathing women signed "Paul Hausdorff
Category
Vintage 1920s American Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
My Beauty is a Reflection of U, acrylic, oil pastel on paper by Alice Mizrachi
By Alice Mizrachi
Located in Miami, FL
Blue and gold oil pastel and acrylic paint lines on archival paper. "My body is a reflection of U
Category
2010s Bauhaus Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil Pastel, Acrylic
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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.
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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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- 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.
- 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, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
- Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
- La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
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In Denver, a major new retrospective reveals how the painter’s devotion to ordinary life — and his fearless shifts in style — shaped modern art.
The Real World Portraitist of “The Gilded Age,” Season Three
Only the best painter could suit the calculatedly extravagant Bertha Russell.
See Kent Monkman’s Magical Realist Take on Frontier History
With a solo show at the Denver Art Museum and a commission from the Met, the Cree Canadian painter has become an international sensation.
Yale’s Trove of British Art Is Back on View in a Refreshed Louis Kahn Building
After a two-year closure, they Yale Center for British Art opens its doors again, with all sorts of changes to its building and programming.
At 89, Artist Lucio Pozzi Is Reaching New Career Heights
The Italian-American’s 2020 abstract painting “The Hoe” personifies his “art of not knowing.”
The 1stDibs Guide to Types of Abstract Art
Get to know the key movements and artists who have influenced visual culture for more than a century.
With a Show at MoMA, Marlon Mullen Paints Pictures That Are beyond Words
The nonspeaking California artist is having a moment, with vivacious paintings that play on art-magazine covers as well as more mysterious abstractions.
The Vibrant Beauty of Orphist Art Supersedes Its Perplexing Name
This kaleidoscopic early-modern art style has long deserved another look. Now, the Guggenheim museum is doing just that.
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