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Chinoiserie Oil Painting

Huge Chinoiserie Oil Painting Roaring Tiger Cub Winter Japanese Chinese Style
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Tiger & Cub in Winter Landscape Signed 'Poole', British late 20th century oil painting on hessian
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Postmodern/Chinoiserie Framed and Signed Oil Painting of Lady With Fan
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Incredible Patrick Nagel style vintage postmodern/chinoiserie oil painting. Displayed in a pink
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Vintage 1980s Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Postmodern/Chinoiserie Framed and Signed Oil Painting of Lady With Fan
Postmodern/Chinoiserie Framed and Signed Oil Painting of Lady With Fan
$476 Sale Price
20% Off
H 26.25 in W 14.25 in D 1.5 in
XX century, Pair of Italian Oil Paintings with Chinoiserie Landscapes
Located in IT
XX century, Pair of Italian Oil Paintings with Chinoiserie Landscapes Provenance: Pietro Accorsi
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Early 20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Canvas

A large pair of early 20th c framed French Chinoiserie oil on canvas paintings
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine and large pair of late 19th century to early 20th century oil on canvas paintings . Framed
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Early 20th Century French Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Chinoiserie Egrets, Animal painting, Birds, Art deco
Located in Deddington, GB
: Oil on Canvas 100 H x 180 W x 3.5 D cm (39.37 x 70.87 x 1.38 in) Sold unframed Image size: Height
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2010s Art Deco Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Art Deco CHINOISERIE Interior Painting Of Japonais Vases and Fabrics
Located in New York, NY
itself! Beautiful Chinoiserie Interior with full of Asian Motifs… Stefanie Trautweiller (1888 - 1976
Category

1920s Art Deco Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Louis XV Oil Celadon Chinoiserie Genre Scenes
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV style (20th Century) oil on canvas celadon painting of Chinoiserie genre scenes in
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20th Century Louis XV Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Louis XV Oil Celadon Chinoiserie Genre Scenes
Louis XV Oil Celadon Chinoiserie Genre Scenes
$12,500
H 86.75 in W 59.5 in D 1 in
Still Life Oil Painting on Burlap
By Jacques Lamy
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Oil painting and collage on burlap having a still life composition of two Chinese vases and a
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20th Century American Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Paint

Still Life Oil Painting on Burlap
Still Life Oil Painting on Burlap
$5,950
H 45 in W 58 in D 1.5 in
Oil Painting Still Life Collage on Burlap
By Jacques Lamy
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Oil painting and collage on burlap of a blue and white Chinese jar set in a deconstructed reality
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20th Century American Chinoiserie Paintings

Oil Painting Still Life Collage on Burlap
Oil Painting Still Life Collage on Burlap
$5,650
H 45 in W 58 in D 1.5 in
20th Century Chinese Ancestor Portrait Painting Emperor Empress Oil Canvas 31"
Located in Dayton, OH
20th Century Chinese ancestor portrait painting on canvas. Depicts a Qing Dynasty male and female
Category

20th Century Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

French/American Chinoiserie Japonaise Woman in a Boudoir w/ Shrine
Located in New York, NY
Here we have a signed French/American Oil Painting, of a beautifully rendered Japonaise Lady in Her
Category

1960s Realist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Young Woman , Mid-Century Chinoiserie Portrait, Laughing Buddha, Tea Ceremony
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Signed lower right, 'Sanchez Palacio' (Latin-American, 20th Century) and dated 1950.
Category

1950s Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th century French school, oil on panel painting in the spirit of Pillement
By Jean-Baptiste Pillement
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Late 18th century or early 19th century French school circa 1800, Louis XV style oil on panel
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Wood

19th century French school, oil on panel painting in the spirit of Pillement
19th century French school, oil on panel painting in the spirit of Pillement
$2,332 Sale Price
25% Off
H 19.69 in W 13.59 in D 1.58 in
18th Century Rococo Chinoiserie Canvas, Camaïeu Bleu, Circle of Francois Boucher
By François Boucher
Located in Cotignac, FR
18th century oil on canvas chinoiserie scene painted 'en Camaïeu Bleu'. Originally part of a
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Mid-18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Framed Vintage Chinese Oil Canvas by Katherine Lewis
Located in Locust Valley, NY
The framed vintage Chinese oil canvas titled "Lewis" features an impressionist portrayal of a
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Wood

Framed Vintage Chinese Oil Canvas by Katherine Lewis
Framed Vintage Chinese Oil Canvas by Katherine Lewis
$2,160
H 32.5 in W 28.25 in D 4.5 in
Pair of Decorative Vintage Signed Oil on Canvas
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A Pair of exquisitely detailed Paintings of Asian Porcelains with lovely and subtle color. By F. de
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20th Century Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Chinese Export Chinoiserie Original Oil Painting on Board
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning, rare, Chinese Export original oil painting on board. Adorned with Chinese dragons and
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

William Skilling Tromp L’oeil chinoiserie pottery oil painting
Located in Winnetka, IL
This is a wonderful depiction of tromp l’oeil art by William Skilling American /British artist in the 1960s In wonderful condition
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20th Century North American Decorative Art

Materials

Paint

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Pair French Oil on Canvas Painting Chinoiserie
Located in Stamford, CT
Cormorant fishing, scenes of Chinese life (Scenes de la vie Chinoiserie), In the style of artist
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20th Century French Paintings

Materials

Canvas

French Louis XVI Style Chinoiserie Decorated Oil on Canvas Paintings
Located in Atlanta, GA
French Louis XVI style chinoiserie decorated oil on canvas paintings. Provenance: Iris Apfel, New
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Early 20th Century Louis XVI Paintings

Materials

Canvas

“Chinoiserie" Oil on Canvas, French School 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
FRENCH SCHOOL Late 19th Century Oil on canvas Measurements with frame : Height : 94 cm (37
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Antique Late 19th Century European Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Chinoiserie, a couple on a boat departing from a shore where a child stands
By Jean-Baptiste Pillement
Located in London, Central London
observation, namely, an excellent example of Chinoiserie. This genre of painting was much admired during the
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18th Century and Earlier Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Three Large Chinoiserie Oil Paintings on Canvas
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Three wall size oil paintings on canvas in the style of the Chinese school, each with two figures
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Paint

Chinoiserie Wall Covering, 18th-19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Polychrome chinoiserie oil painting on canvas, depicting people on a boat in front of a Chinese
Category

Antique Late 18th Century European Chinoiserie Tapestries

Materials

Canvas

Chinoiserie Wall Covering, 18th-19th Century
Chinoiserie Wall Covering, 18th-19th Century
H 99.22 in W 118.12 in D 0.99 in
Chinoiserie French Blue Grisaille 19th Century Framed Oil Painting
Located in New York, NY
A charming chinoiserie French blue grisaille 19th century oil painting on canvas depicting a scene
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Paint

Anew , Oil on Board Chinoiserie Influenced Painting Depicting a Blooming Tree
By Angie Renfro
Located in Atlanta, GA
This oil on board horizontal format painting by American artist Angie Renfro demonstrates an
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21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Four Large-Scale Decorative Chinoiserie Oil on Canvas Panels
Located in London, by appointment only
A magnificent and rare set of four large-scale chinoiserie painted panels, each painted with birds
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Italian chinoiserie oil , rococo palette
Located in Nashville, TN
A most fine late 18th century Italian chinoiserie scene of a man and woman fishing . Chinese
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Rococo Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Pair of 19th C Oil on Canvas Panels, Chinoiserie Decorated
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine pair of late 19th century Chinoiserie hand painted oil on panel decorated scenes.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Antique Chinoiserie Chinese China Trade Painting of Men Trading Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
. This is one Unique Painting that you will never find another one. Painting Depicts Chinese Men sitting
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19th Century Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Vintage French Still Life Roses with Chinoiserie Oriental Bird Fabric Signed Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
painting on board, framed framed size: 31 x 36 inches A very beautiful French still life oil painting
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Unique 18th Century Chinoiserie Painted Oil on Canvas
Located in Greding, DE
Unique 18th century chinoiserie painted oil on canvas showing natural motives with various plants
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Paintings and Screens

Materials

Canvas

Floral composition with chinoiserie
Located in Paris, IDF
Pauline VALLÉE (Lyon, 19th century - ?) Floral composition with chinoiseries Oil on canvas Signed
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Late 19th Century French School Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Palatial Early 20th C French Chinoiserie Oil on Canvas
Located in Dallas, TX
A palatial French early 20th century oil on canvas painting custom framed and matted. Well
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Early 20th Century French Chinese Export Paintings and Screens

Materials

Canvas

Oil On Canvas Woman by the Sea by Baton HIghly Decorative Chinoiserie Frame
Located in Manhasset, NY
Dimensions without the frame: Height-25 inches, Length -31 inches.   
Category

20th Century Expressionist Paintings

"Yellow Spring" Matisse-like Interior of Blue Chinoiserie/ Orange/Flower/Fruit
By Melanie Parke
Located in Wellesley, MA
Melanie Parke "Yellow Spring" Oil on Canvas 49 x 44 Inches. Melanie Parke's vibrant, highly
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2010s Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Rare 19th Century French Doors with Capriccio Oil Painting and Chinoiserie Verso
Located in Dallas, TX
painting on one side and a lacquered Chinoiserie on the verso. Dating to the 1800s, the wood frames on the
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Antique 19th Century French Chinoiserie Doors and Gates

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Lacquer, Paint

A Rare Large Chinese Export oil on canvas, att to Tingqua, China circa 1830
Located in PARIS, FR
Large Chinese Export oil on canvas, att to Tingqua, circa 1830 Oil on canvas attributed to Tingqua
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Paint

18th Century Chinoiserie two Paintings Oil on Panel
Located in Milan, IT
XVIII century Chinoiserie (2) Oil on panel, 55 x 49.5 cm The rare pair of panels examined
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Antique 18th Century Italian Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Paint, Wood

Pair of 19th C Style Chinoiserie Still Life Oil Paintings
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Pair of 19th C style Chinoiserie still life oil paintings. Each depicts a classic still life with
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Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Set of Four 18th Century Italian Chinoiserie Oil on Canvas Paintings
By Jean-Baptiste Pillement
Located in New York, NY
Each depicting fanciful chinoiserie figures, flora and fauna in the manner of Jean-Baptiste
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Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Canvas

French Chinoiserie Gracie Inspired Oil On Canvas Screen / Panels / Room Divider
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a lovely 19th century French chinoiserie hand painted folding screen. From wall to room
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Antique Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Oriental School Late 18th Century Chinoiserie Huge Oil Figures Fishing Pond
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
: oil painting on canvas, unframed canvas: 29.25 x 52.25 inches Provenance: from a private collection in
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18th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large Oil on Wood Painting of Two Japanese Women
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A dark, mysterious and sensual painting of two Japanese women painted on a raised wood board which
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Chinoiserie Paintings

Young Woman Holding a Vase of Lilies , Chinese, Chinoiserie
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Signed lower right, 'M. Ehrlich' for Maurice Charles Ehrlich (American, 1932-2016) and dated 1959; additionally dated, verso, June 1959. A bright study of a young woman dressed in ...
Category

1950s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Mid Century Chinoiserie Pink Yellow Floral Still-Life
By GP Johnston
Located in Soquel, CA
Soft, feminine mid-century still life of pastel flowers and Chinese statue by G.P. Johnston (American, 20th Century). This beautiful, warm color palette is dominated by pastel pinks,...
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Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique American Flower Still Life with Chinoiserie by Vladimir Pavlosky
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique still life painting by Vladimir Pavlosky (1884 - 1944). Oil on canvas, circa 1925
Category

1920s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Midcentury Asian Modern Oil on Canvas, Artist Signed
Located in Houston, TX
Beautifully executed midcentury Asian modern oil on canvas of a street scene, circa 1967. See
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Canvas

"Chinese Boy", a Charming Study, Framed Oil on Canvas, circa 1900
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
"Chinese Boy", Oil on canvas Monogrammed L.H and dated 1901 With its mahogany frame Painting
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Antique Early 1900s French Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mahogany

Chinoiserie oil painting
Located in Stamford, CT
oil paint on canvas. Ming Dynasty scenery
Category

Vintage 1930s European Paintings

VINTAGE, ORIGINAL CHINOISERIE CUSTOM OIL PAINTING W/GOLD FRAME
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Framed Chinoiserie original oil painting on board
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Paintings

Materials

Wood

Decorative Chinoiserie Oil on Canvas
Located in San Francisco, CA
Painted in shades of blue on a cream ground, depicting robed children, two with top knots, at play in a wooded environment; within a blue banded, parcel gilt and leaf-tip molded frame.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings

Materials

Wood, Canvas, Paint

18th Century French Chinoiserie Oil on Canvas
Located in New York, NY
French late 18th century Chinoiserie oil on canvas in the manner of Jean-Baptiste Pillement
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Paintings

Large white Porcelain with Chinoiserie
By Alan Kingsbury RWA
Located in London, GB
Original oil painting by British contemporary artist Alan Kingsbury
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint, Oil

Mid 20th Century Oil on Canvas Painting of an Asian River Scene Signed Tang
Located in Charlotte, NC
An original oil painting on canvas, from the mid 20th century. Untitled, (Asian River Scene
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Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

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Chinoiserie Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the chinoiserie oil painting you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A chinoiserie oil painting — often made from canvas, fabric and paint — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect chinoiserie oil painting — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A chinoiserie oil painting is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Rococo styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made chinoiserie oil painting over the years, but those crafted by Jacques Lamy are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Chinoiserie Oil Painting?

A chinoiserie oil painting can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,253, while the lowest priced sells for $650 and the highest can go for as much as $92,017.
Questions About Chinoiserie 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.