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Another Ocean Metaphor, Black, Gray, Red and Blue Vertical Abstract Painting
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
. This is a striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting is on a birch
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Panel

Running In My Mind, Large Multicolored Abstract Painting Peach, Ivory, Burgundy
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
is a striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting is on a birch
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

Trash Talking A Butterfly, Abstract Painting, Dark Green, Pink, Yellow Ochre
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
background. This is a striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting in
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

Ultra Violet Lightning, Abstract Painting in Magenta Pink, Blue, Yellow Ochre
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
Canadian artist. The painting in acrylic, gouache, oil pastel and ink on Baltic birch panel can be
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

Magic Exists By Squiggling, Abstract Painting in Blush, Blue, Red, Gold, Mint
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
blush background. This is a striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

No Words For Desire, Large Horizontal Abstract Painting in Black, Red, Coral
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
dark background. This is a striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

The Thing That Pulls You, Gray, Black, Red and Blue Abstract Painting
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
background. This is a striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting is on a
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Panel

Moody As Light, Abstract Painting with Pink, Blue, Burgundy on Black Background
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
emerging Canadian artist. The painting is on a birch panel and can be installed in any orientation. Signed
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

Secrets Falling Out Like Ocean Clouds, Abstract Painting, Blue, Gray, Red, Green
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
a moody gray-green background. This is a striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

Parrot Speak, Square Abstract Painting in Red, Yellow Ochre, Mint, Emerald Green
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting is on a birch panel and can
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

Mulling Over a Haiku, Abstract Painting in Bright Coral, Red, Pink, Brown
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting in acrylic, gouache, oil pastel and ink is on a
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

Zipped Up and Smelled the Pine Needles, Abstract Painting, White, Mauve, Ochre
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
ivory. This is a striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting in
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

The Smells of the Countryside, Gray, Navy Blue, Red Large Abstract Painting
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
striking painting full of movement by a Canadian artist. The painting can be installed in any orientation
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

A Freshly Whipped Whiff of Light, Abstract Painting Gray, Brown, Yellow Ochre
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
an emerging Canadian artist. The painting, in acrylic, gouache, oil pastel and ink on Baltic birch
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

I Close My Eyes After Concentrating Too Long, Large Square Abstract Painting
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
and soft lilac. This is a striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

A Lapis Firefly Glow, Abstract Painting Gray, Dark Indigo, Red, White, Ochre
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
emerging Canadian artist. The painting in acrylic, gouache, oil pastel and ink on Baltic birch panel can be
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

A Ribbon Floats, Square Abstract Painting in Peach, Cobalt Blue, Red, Mauve
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
Canadian artist. The painting, in acrylic, gouache, oil pastel and ink on birch panel, can be installed in
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

Five Voices Speaking At Once Family, Abstract Painting in Bright Red, Gold, Blue
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
vibrant red background. This is a striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

Heavy With Dreams, Square Abstract Painting with Pale Blush, Dark Blue and Red
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting is on a birch panel and can be installed in
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

The Smell of Rain, Square Abstract Painting with Blue, Pink, Yellow Ochre, Black
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
a striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting is on a birch
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

The Spot that Flows at its Centre, Multicolored Abstract Painting on Bright Red
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
is a striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting is on a birch
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

NEAR TO A WILD HEART, Bright Red and Multicolored Abstract Painting with Resin
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
dramatic and striking painting by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting can be installed in any
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Resin, Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Panel

Elephant Ear in the Room, Abstract Painting in Black, Bright Pink, Yellow Ochre
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting in acrylic, gouache, oil
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

Swoops Through a River An, Abstract Painting in Black, Bright Pink, Yellow Ochre
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
a striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting in acrylic
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

Through A Clear Cut Rockies Sky, Large Square Abstract Painting in Ivory, Indigo
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
lilac. This is a striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting is on a
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

Rise Said the Moon, Abstract Painting in Gray, Dark Indigo, Red, White, Ochre
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
and white. This is a striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

Arnold Belkin large oil painting on board
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a very nice oil on board by the well known Canadian/Mexican artist Arnold Belkin.The
Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Paintings

Materials

Board

Depths Can Be Fun Large Square Abstract Painting in Black, Gold, Blue, Pink, Red
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
is a striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting is on a birch
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

Iris of My Eye, Square Abstract Painting in Bright Cobalt Blue Red Brown White
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting is on a birch panel and can be installed in
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

I Long for a Balmy Breeze, Square Abstract Painting in Light Blue, Dark Red
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
. This is a striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting, in acrylic
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

I Long for a Balmy Breeze, Square Abstract Painting in Light Blue, Dark Red
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
. This is a striking painting full of movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting, in acrylic
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

A Sudden Rush of Open Sky Made Me Look Up at the Light, Peach Abstract Painting
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
movement by an emerging Canadian artist. The painting is on a birch panel and can be installed in any
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel

Blanes, Abstract, Vertical, Colorful, Hi-gloss finish, Wood Panel, Vertical
By Marie Danielle Leblanc
Located in Riverdale, NY
Blanes is a colorful abstract painting by Canadian artist, Marie Danielle Leblanc. It is Oil and
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Varnish, Oil, Wood Panel, Pigment

"Halifax" Dark Toned Abstract Expressionist Landscape
By Gordon MacDonald
Located in Houston, TX
Abstract expressionist landscape by Canadian artist Gordon MacDonald. Painting depicts a lake in
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Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Early Spring (David Austin Roses) - bright, colourful, abstract, oil on canvas
By Noreen Taylor
Located in Bloomfield, ON
Canadian artist Noreen Taylor’s abstract paintings are inspired by her love of nature. This pretty
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Single Tree in Moonlight - dark, intimate, cubist, abstract, acrylic on canvas
By Otto Rogers
Located in Bloomfield, ON
expression in this piece is contemplative, spiritual and uplifting. Rogers is a prominent Canadian artist
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Contradanse 1.1 - bright, geometric abstraction, modernist acrylic on canvas
By Burton Kramer
Located in Bloomfield, ON
Kandinsky, renowned for his experiments with synesthesia of color and music, the Canadian artist understands
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Sunset and Passing Storm - large, intimate, abstract, tondo, acrylic on canvas
By Otto Rogers
Located in Bloomfield, ON
piece is contemplative, spiritual and uplifting. Rogers (1935-2019) was a prominent Canadian artist
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Blue Symphony - intimate, abstract, cubist, acrylic collage on paper
By Otto Rogers
Located in Bloomfield, ON
senior Canadian artist whose paintings and sculpture are included in more than 30 public collections
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Acrylic

County - contemporary, landscape, tree, figurative, acrylic and resin on panel
By Peter Hoffer
Located in Bloomfield, ON
This impressionistic landscape painting of a tree is by a Canadian artist. Peter Hoffer’s
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Panel

Flora Key Fantasy - large, colourful, expressionist abstract, acrylic on canvas
By Paul Fournier
Located in Bloomfield, ON
Canadian artist Paul Fournier’s gorgeous abstract paintings are often inspired by the colours of
Category

Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Gilli Air Island, abstract landscape, blue, green, yellow, hi-gloss finish 30x60
By Marie Danielle Leblanc
Located in Riverdale, NY
, colorful landscape painting. Canadian artist, Marie Danielle Leblanc, was born in Trois-Rivières (Quebec
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Varnish, Oil, Pigment

TTH 2A
By Burton Kramer
Located in Bloomfield, ON
synesthesia of color and music, the Canadian artist understands the language of painting as a unique universal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Metal

Kill Your Darlings No.15 - contemporary, abstract, acrylic on canvas
Located in Bloomfield, ON
This contemporary abstract painting was inspired by nature. Canadian artist Sandra Goldie’s
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Oasis 4
By Burton Kramer
Located in Bloomfield, ON
for his experiments with synesthesia of color and music, the Canadian artist understands the language
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Canvas

Donut
By Erin Rothstein
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The delicately rendered culinary paintings of Canadian artist Erin Rothstein are practically edible
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Passion Drawing
By Graham Coughtry
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Graham Coughtry (1931-1999) was an accomplished Canadian artist known for his lush paintings of
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Pencil

Dwight Baird Children of Havana 2005- Giclee- Signed
By Dwight Baird
Located in Brooklyn, NY
From his evocative Viva Cuba series, Children of the Caribbean is a 2005 painting by Canadian
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Prints and Multiples

Materials

Giclée

Painting by Canadian-Welsh Artist Adrian Dingle, circa 1955
By Adrian Dingle
Located in Toronto, ON
is by acclaimed listed Canadian Welsh born artist John Adrian Darley Dingle (1911-1974) ARCA RCA Oca
Category

Vintage 1950s Canadian Paintings

Materials

Wood

Original impressionist oil painting Paris France Framed Canadian artist 1923
Located in Buffalo, NY
An original early 20th Century impressionist oil painting by Canadian artist Frank Armington. This
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1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Cubist /Surrealist Self Portrait of Canadian Artist Mary Filer, Dated 1960
By Mary Filer
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
right upper corner of the canvas. According to a sticker at the back of the frame, them painting was
Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Lake Louise Alberta Canada Mountains in Winter by British Contemporary Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada Mountains in Winter by Award-Winning British Contemporary Artist
Category

2010s Land Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media

Thomas (Tom) Arthur Stone Original Oil Painting on Board: Canada
By Thomas Arthur Stone
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This original oil painting on board was done by renowned Canadian artist Tom Stone. The painting
Category

Early 20th Century Canadian Art Deco Paintings

Materials

Paint

Vintage Winter Snowy River Mountain Landscape of Canada by 20th Century Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Vintage Winter Snowy Mountain River Landscape Oil Painting of La Rivière du Nord in Canada, by 20th
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1970s American Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Early Canadian Landscape Indian and Bear Themed Painting Signed and Dated "1848"
Located in Incline Village, NV
at the time, and reflected those in his paintings. Canadian artists have always been fascinated
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Canadian Folk Art Paintings

Materials

Paint

Signed Oil on Paper by Canadian Artist Rene Marcil, circa 1980
By René Marcil
Located in Toronto, ON
Montreal born artist Rene Marcil (1917-1993) has been a favourite in the Canadian art scene for a
Category

Vintage 1980s North American Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Paint

"Empathy Awakened" - Large Vertical Red and Yellow Abstract Painting
By Heidi Thompson
Located in New York, NY
Abstraction, Painting, Dripping, Abstract Landscape, Large Scale Painting, Canadian Artist
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Hunt Slonem is the artist who is known for painting bunnies. The American Neo-Expressionist painter also depicts other animals like tropical birds and butterflies in his work. Much of the inspiration for his paintings comes from his own aviary. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Hunt Slonem art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    To find the artist of a painting, first try photographing the painting with your smartphone and the artist's signature. Then, conduct a reverse image search on Google using the photographs, and study the results to see if you can determine the artist's name. You can also try using the app Smartify to scan the image and see if it appears in its database. If you have difficulty identifying the artist, consult a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of fine art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify an artist's painting, first try using the app Smartify. It allows you to take a photo of the artist's signature, and then it automatically searches a large database to identify who made it. If this search yields no results, you can try performing a reverse image search using a photo of the signature or the entire painting. Once you know who the artist is, you can use trusted online resources to determine the name and age of the piece. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer evaluate your painting and identify it for you. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    One artist best known for stripe painting is Bridget Riley. Since the 1970s, Riley has been experimenting with color, creating works like Nataraja (1993), made up of columns of brightly hued diagonal stripes that seem to pulse rhythmically. By using stripes to instill life, movement and energy into flat, geometric forms, she helped pioneer Op art. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Bridget Riley art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    The Photorealist who painted diners is John Baeder. He is an American painter who is considered a frontrunner in the Photorealist movement. Baeder is known for his detailed paintings and prints of roadside diners. His work can be found in the collections of the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York, the Norton Museum of Art in ​​West Palm Beach, Florida and the Denver Art Museum in Denver, Colorado. On 1stDibs, shop a range of John Baeder art.
  • 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 ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    There are actually two artists who are considered famous for painting apples. One is Paul Cézanne, who is best known for his still-life paintings, many of which contained apples. Examples of these works include The Basket of Apples and Still Life with Apples. Another painter associated with apples is René Magritte, whose Surrealist paintings often used apples as a symbol for original sin. Notable apple paintings by Magritte include The Son of Man and The Listening Room. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of fine art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, paintings by unknown artists may be worth something in some cases. When a painting’s maker isn't a well-known artist or is completely anonymous, factors like the visual appeal, historical significance, previous ownership and condition will determine the value of a painting. A certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can evaluate your piece using these criteria and provide you with an estimated value for your art. Shop a wide range of paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    The artist of the painting called "New York City" is the Dutch painter Piet Mondrian. He was a part of the De Stijl art movement, which emphasized depicting objects, scenes and figures as their basic geometric shapes in simple primary colors. You can see this approach reflected in "New York City," where the architecture of the Big Apple is depicted in simple grid lines in yellow, red and blue. Find a variety of abstract art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    Although many artists may fit this description, a famous German artist who painted realistic portraits is Wilhelm Leibl. As a printmaker and painter, Leibl worked during the second half of the 19th century and created many paintings of German peasants in traditional dress. Some of his most notable works include Three Women in Church, Die Dorfpolitiker, Farm Girl with a White Head Scarf and Die junge Pariserin (Die Kokotte). On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Realist art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    The British artist famous for his spot paintings is Damien Hirst. He began producing these pieces in the 1980s. One example, the 2005 painting Xylene Cyanol Dye Solution, is striking for its machinelike uniformity and almost childlike simplicity, a seeming rebuke to the idea of the artist-as-genius. Hirst is the most prominent of the Young British Artists, or YBAs, who began exhibiting together in warehouses and factories in the 1980s. Hirst is known for his use of unconventional materials and “shock tactics” in his paintings, prints, sculptures and other works. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Damien Hirst art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To identify an artist's oil painting signature, you can try photographing it with your smartphone and then conducting a reverse image search using a trusted search engine. You can also search for the name and consult trusted online resources to learn more about the artist. If these methods don't result in a successful identification, a certified art appraiser or art dealer may be able to assist you. Shop a range of oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    The name of the first artist to use oil paints isn't known. However, historians have traced the use of oils back to 7th-century Afghanistan. There, Buddhist artists used oil paintings to produce religious artworks. One of the first artists to be famous for their use of oil paints was Jan van Eyck, a Flemish artist who was active from 1422 to 1441. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of oil paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    The famous artist who put a mouse in his paintings was Terence Cuneo. He began adding the mouse around 1954, one year after he served as the official painter for Elizabeth II's coronation. Cuneo was a distinguished British painter famous for his scenes of railways, horses and military action. Explore a variety of Terence Cuneo art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    The famous artist and co-founder of the Hudson River School artists who painted historical paintings and romantic landscapes was Thomas Cole. Born in England, he immigrated to the U.S. in 1818. During a trip to the Catskills, he first began producing paintings, and his work helped establish the tradition of landscape art in America. Shop a large selection of Hudson River School paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The Scream was the painting of Munch’s that clearly established him as an artist to watch for. He produced the expressionist painting in 1893, and the piece remains widely known to this day. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Edvard Munch art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    The artist George Catlin's paintings from the 1800s are considered a form of artistic documentation because he depicted what he saw during his travels across North America. Catlin produced many images of Native Americans living their daily lives. In so doing, he provided a glimpse of what life was like for Indigenous people before the rapid westward expansion of settlers forcibly disrupted their traditions and culture. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of George Catlin art.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    The French artist who painted the famous painting which is titled Mont Sainte Victoire is Paul Cézanne. He actually produced several landscape paintings of the mountain, which was located near his birthplace, Aix-en-Provence, France. Arguably the most famous piece from the series is a 1904-6 work now in the Musée d'Orsay in Paris, France. Other examples are in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, New York; the Courtauld Institute of Art in London, UK; the Scottish National Gallery in Edinburgh, Scotland; the Bridgestone Museum of Art in Tokyo, Japan; and the Princeton University Art Museum in Princeton, New Jersey. Shop a wide range of sculptures on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    The artist associated with Urban Realism and American Scene painting is Edward Hopper. Throughout the early 20th century, he created paintings of New York City that captured the feelings of isolation associated with urban life. His best-known works include Nighthawks, Automat, Chop Suey and Office at Night. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Edward Hopper art.