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The Bull Fight Matador with Bull in Ring, signed French Modernist oil painting
By Huguette Ginet-Lasnier
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Bull Fight Huguette Ginet-Lasnier (French 1927-2020), signed lower front oil painting on canvas
Category

20th Century Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Animal portrait oil painting of a prize bull
By William Albert Clark
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
William Albert Clark British, (1880-1963) Carnatie’s Sweep Oil on canvas, signed & dated 1931
Category

20th Century Victorian Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Bulls Fighting Large Signed Spanish Modernist Oil Painting Expressionist
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Bull Fight Spanish School, late 20th century indistinctly signed oil on canvas, framed framed: 22
Category

20th Century Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Ray Simonini, "Long Horn" 12x24 Bull Portrait Oil Painting
By Ray Simonini
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This painting by artist Ray Simonini titled "Long Horn" is a 12x24 oil painting on canvas featuring
Category

2010s Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Fabulous 19th Century Bull Dog Oil Painting
Located in Hopewell, NJ
19th century oil painting on canvas of a formidable bull dog. The distant landscape in the
Category

Antique 19th Century French Paintings

"Toros Bulls" Abstracted Figurative Bulls, Oil on Wood Panel, Signed
By Angel Botello
Located in Detroit, MI
artist who worked in all artistic media at his reach: oil paintings, drawing, printmaking, bronze
Category

1960s Abstract Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

"Separate the Yolk" - Expressive painting of eggs, a spoon and glass bowl
By Samantha Buller
Located in Morgan Hill, CA
"Separate the Yolk" is a still life oil painting by Bay Area artist Samantha Buller. The painting
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Modernist Bull and Sun Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A stylized Mid-Century oil on canvas painting, of a deconstructed bull, sun and coliseum. As simple
Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Paintings

"Young Bulls in Spring, " original signed oil painting by Cathryn Ruvalcaba
By Cathryn Ruvalcaba
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Young Bulls in Spring" is an original oil painting by Cathryn Ruvalcaba. Here, she depicts four
Category

2010s Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

The Highlander - 19th Century Portrait Oil Painting of Scottish Highland Bull
By Joseph Denovan Adam
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
This is a very large fine 19th century oil on canvas depicting a young Highland bull by the
Category

1870s Victorian Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Taureau IX (Bull, colorful painting)
By Christophe Dupety
Located in Paris, FR
Taureau IX (2010) by French contemporary artist Christophe Dupety. Oil on canvas, 100 x 100 cm
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Raging Bull IV (Large) NSWE - French School Oil painting 21th Iconic
Located in Zofingen, AG
Raging Bull 4 NSWE Powerful bull running. Dripping creates movement. Technique: oil, acrylic, and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Animal Paintings

Materials

Ink, Oil, Acrylic

French School - Raging Bull 02 - (Large) - Oil Painting Post Impressionist AUC
Located in Zofingen, AG
Raging Bull 02 Animal portrait Technique: oil, acrylic, and ink on old book pages on wooden frame
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Ink, Oil, Acrylic

French School - Blue Bull III - (Large) Oil Painting Post Impressionist AUC
Located in Zofingen, AG
Blue Bull III Animal portrait Technique: oil, acrylic, and ink on old book pages on wooden frame
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Ink, Oil, Acrylic

English Dog Oil Painting The Staffordshire Bull Terrier Signed Original Artwork
By Arthur Thompson
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
oil on board, framed framed: 16.5 x 21.5 inches board : 13.5 x 19 inches provenance: private
Category

1980s English School Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Bull III, 1960s Mid Century Abstract Oil Painting, Orange, Black, Brown
By Charles Ragland Bunnell
Located in Denver, CO
Abstract oil on board signed by Charles Ragland Bunnell (1897-1968) titled 'Bull III' painted in
Category

1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

The English Bull Dog Victorian 19th Century English Dog Painting, framed oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Bull Dog English School, 19th century oil on board, framed framed: 13.5 x 12 inches board : 10
Category

19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Europe and the Bull - Large 19th Century Symbolist Art Nouveau Oil Painting
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘Europa and the Bull’ by Alois Hans Schram (1864-1919). In Greek mythology, amorous king of the
Category

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Bull Fight Madrid, Matador Bull in the Ring, French Modernist Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
''Madrid" by Édouard Righetti (1924-2001) signed and dated 1966 inscribed verso oil painting on
Category

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

British Bull Dog Antique Oil Painting Portrait of Bulldog in Gilt Frame
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The British Bulldog English artist, late 19th century oil on panel, framed Framed: 12 x 10.5 inches
Category

Late 19th Century English School Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century Oil - Landscape with Seated Figure Bull
Located in Corsham, GB
An impressive 19th century oil. A hilly landscape populated by a seated figure and bull. Unsigned
Category

19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Bulls Parade
Located in Zofingen, AG
Bulls Parade Serie of bulls gesture. Technique: oil, acrylic, and ink on old book pages on wooden
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Animal Paintings

Materials

Ink, Oil, Acrylic

Modern Abstract Blue Toned Nude Bull Fighter Landscape Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Modern abstract blue toned painting of a bull fighter by Mexican painter Francisco Montes Flores
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

1957 Signed French Oil Bull Fighting Ring Madrid Spain
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
painting on canvas, beautifully painted with thick impasto oil and bold colors. sound condition though the
Category

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique French Oil Bull Terrier Dog with her Puppy Sleeping
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
French School, 19th century Bull Terrier and Pup oil on canvas, framed framed: 12 x 15.5 inches
Category

19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

The Bull Fighter
By LeRoy Neiman
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A painting by LeRoy Neiman. "The Bull Fighter" is an oil on panel painting executed in a deep and
Category

1960s Post-War Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Blue Bull Walking
By Alicia Rothman
Located in New York, NY
Oil on panel
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Raging Bull - (Large)
Located in Zofingen, AG
Raging Bull Animal portrait Technique: oil, acrylic, and ink on old book pages on wooden frame
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Animal Paintings

Materials

Ink, Oil, Acrylic

Red Bull Aisle
By James Zamora
Located in Los Angeles, CA
choices. This original 20 inch high by 16 inch wide oil on canvas painting is wired and ready to hang
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Colorado Composition # 1
By Samantha Buller
Located in Denver, CO
Colorado Composition # 1, 2019
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Uncle Bull the Dog
By Y.m.Lo
Located in East Hampton, NY
Bull dog in a suit Animals dressed up fantasy, surreal Artist Y.m.Lo is known for his Wheat Pasted
Category

2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Matador Bull French Modernist Oil Bullfighting Ring Mid 20th Century
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
''The Bull Fight" by Édouard Righetti (1924-2001) inscribed verso oil painting on canvas
Category

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large French Modernist Signed Oil Bull Fighting Matador Madrid Spain, signed
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
painting on canvas, beautifully painted with thick impasto oil and bold colors. very good condition framed
Category

20th Century Post-Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

17th century Italian Old Master painting - Europa and the bull - mythology
Located in Aartselaar, BE
17th century Italian Old Master painting depicting Europa and the bull Titian painted the painting
Category

17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Grazing Bulls in the Camargue by M. Arvanitakis, Mid-Century Oil Landscape
By M. Arvanitakis
Located in London, GB
'Grazing Bulls in the Camargue', oil on canvas (circa 1950s), by M. Arvanitakis. Discovered in
Category

1950s Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Torero and Bull Entrance - Tall original oil on canvas, Signed and Framed
By Pierre Ambrogiani
Located in Paris, IDF
Pierre AMBROGIANI Torero and Bull Entrance Original oil on canvas Signed bottom left On canvas 73
Category

Mid-20th Century Fauvist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Slow Speed" Original Bull Painting by Brian Keith Stephens, Textural Art
By Brian Keith Stephens
Located in Denver, CO
, emphasizing its natural and direct appeal. The painting captures the majestic presence of a bull, rendered
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Cotton, Wax, Oil

Prince Winston of Bull lll
By Y.m.Lo
Located in East Hampton, NY
oil painting. contemporary Street in NYC, Hong Kong Comes rolled in a tube for stretching or framing
Category

2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

French School - Portrait PS 227 Entre les Bulles (large) Oil Post Impressionist
Located in Zofingen, AG
PS 227 Entre les bulles Poetry scene : Woman with red swim dress. Technique: oil, acrylic, and ink
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Ink, Oil, Acrylic

Prince Winston of Bull ll
By Y.m.Lo
Located in East Hampton, NY
Bull Dog dressed up in uniform #2 of edition of 20 NY Street Artist Y.M. Lo oil painting
Category

2010s 85 New Wave Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Bull Ring Madrid with Matadors, 1950 s French Post-Impressionist Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
''Madrid" by Édouard Righetti (1924-2001) Signed lower front and back, 1957 oil painting on
Category

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Paloma Bull" 30 x 46 inch Oil on Canvas by Manuel Higueras
Located in Atlanta, GA
Maneul Higueras was born in Malaga, Spain, in 1973. His first exhibition took place in 1994, at the age of 21, and he has since toured multiple Spanish cities and maintained great ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Dog Painting: Bull Dog; (Aft. Théodore Géricault) by Jules Chardigny, circa 1870
Located in SANTA FE, NM
Antique Painting of a Hunting Dog Jules Chardigny (1849-1892) Circa 1870 Oil on wood panel Housed
Category

1860s Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

English Bull, 21st Century Contemporary Painting of a dog by Pieter Pander
By Pieter Pander
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
This painting by Pieter Pander is typical for his oeuvre. He works in the figurative tradition, but
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Charles Jones, English Artist, Oil on Canvas, White Bull
Located in København, Copenhagen
Charles Jones (b. 1836, d. 1892) English artist. Oil on canvas. White bull and little bird in
Category

Antique 1880s English Paintings

Raging Bull III (Large) NSWE
Located in Zofingen, AG
Raging Bull 3 NSWE Powerful bull running. Dripping creates movement. Technique: oil, acrylic, and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Animal Paintings

Materials

Ink, Oil, Acrylic

Torera: the Spanish Girl who could take on a bull latin art nouveau period oil
Located in Norwich, GB
My analysis of this striking art nouveau period painting evolved as I studied it. Initially, I
Category

1890s Art Nouveau Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Portrait Of A Jersey Bull, 19th Century
Located in Blackwater, GB
of a prize Jersey Bull, oil on canvas. Large scale side profile study circa 1890 in good clean
Category

19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Michael Therkildsen, Landscape With Bull Thatched Buildings
By Michael Therkildsen
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This early 20th-century oil painting by Danish artist Michael Therkildsen (1850-1925) depicts a
Category

1910s Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Modernist Southern Magnolia Original Oil Painting
Located in Soquel, CA
Modernist Southern Magnolia Original Oil Painting Rich hues of emerald green and soft yellow
Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Linen

A Short Horned Bull in a Landscape
Located in Wiscasett, ME
An oil on canvas. of a. short horned bull in landscape by William Henry Davis (British, circa 1783
Category

1850s Folk Art Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large-Scale Mid Century Textural Earthtone Bull
Located in Soquel, CA
A striking, large-scale mid century textural piece with bull, in a style evocative of prehistoric
Category

1960s Abstract Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Plaster, Masonite, Oil

British Bulldogs, Canine Oil Painting, Dated ‘1910’
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Staffordshire Bull Terriers, Canine Oil Painting, Dated ‘1910’ British School, early 20th Century
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Benavente Solís. little. Tauromaquia Bullfight and bull original expressionist
By Benavente Solis
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Tauromaquia Bullfight and bull - original expressionist acrylic painting 25x25 Cm Work 48x48 Cm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil

Portrait Of A Prize Longhorn Staffordshire Bull, early 19th Century
Located in Blackwater, GB
(1786-1865) Large 19th Century English portrait of a prize Longhorn Staffordshire Bull, oil on canvas
Category

19th Century Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Notorious, Contemporary realist abstract Bull with bold colors, layered texture
By Eric Robitaille
Located in Dallas, TX
"Notorious" is a contemporary painting by Eric Robitaille, depicting a stoic and powerful Bull
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Portrait - FRENCH SCHOOL - Red Bull Chut les Barbizons! DOG
Located in Zofingen, AG
Portrait of a Bull. In the artistic world, animals have always been key protagonists in
Category

Early 20th Century Tonalist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Glue, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic

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You are likely to find exactly the bull oil painting you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Find Impressionist versions now, or shop for Impressionist creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. Finding the perfect bull oil painting may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add a bull oil painting to create new energy in an otherwise neutral space in your home, you can find a work on 1stDibs that features elements of brown, gray, black, blue and more. There have been many interesting bull oil painting examples over the years, but those made by Philip Buller, Y.m.Lo, Eric Robitaille, Christophe Dupety and Sunil Das are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and canvas, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much is a Bull Oil Painting?

The average selling price for a bull oil painting we offer is $3,257, while they’re typically $250 on the low end and $95,000 for the highest priced.

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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.

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Questions About Bull Oil Painting
  • 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 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.
  • 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.

    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.

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