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"Basilica de la Sagrada Familia" Oil painting, Antoni Gaudi iconic Church Spain
By Rachel Personett
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
An oil painting depicting the famous "Basilica de la Sagrada Familia". This nocturne shows the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

M. Russell - c.1965 Oil, Continental Church
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming depiction of a continental church with with a figure foraging in the surround grounds
Category

Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Church of the Nativity of the Virgin, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Oil Painting of Lake Scene Northern Ireland with Village Church by Irish Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Oil Painting of a Lake Scene in Northern Ireland with the Village Church in the background by Irish
Category

Late 20th Century Land Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Michel Bowman - 1981 Oil, Nether Cerne Church
Located in Corsham, GB
Signed and dated to the lower right. Presented in a wooden frame. On canvas.
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mid 20th Century Oil - Church in The Sunlight
Located in Corsham, GB
This painting depicts a picturesque French village scene featuring a church with a prominent bell
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

E. Kohn - Mid 20th Century Oil, Church Interior
Located in Corsham, GB
A delightful interior church study by artist E. Kohn, rendered with soft impressionist brushstrokes
Category

20th Century Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Art Nouveau Oil Painting, Church Study, 20th Century, Edouard Bauhain
By Edouard Bauhain
Located in Lisbon, PT
An intriguing 20th-century work, a study for a church fresco ceiling, showcases the artistic genius
Category

20th Century French Art Nouveau Paintings

Materials

Canvas

B.P Gast - 1903 Oil, The Village Church
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming oil painting, depicting a rural scene with a church and figures nearby. Signed and dated
Category

Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mid-20th Century Modernist French Oil Painting of a Church
Located in Burton, TX
This artist signed French Oil on Canvas, depicts a chateau or church. Boasting vibrant colors this
Category

Mid-20th Century French Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

St Pauls Church French Post Impressionist Signed Oil
By Josine Vignon
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
St Pauls Church by Josine Vignon (French 1922-2022) signed on front and back oil painting on canvas
Category

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique American oil Landscape Road To Church 1964
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
6019 Antique Impressionist Landscape 1964 Framed. Signed Image size 14x12"
Category

1960s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Winter evening. Church 2011. Oil on canvas. 40x50 cm
By Igor Maikov
Located in Riga, LV
painting depicts a serene winter scene featuring a charming church. The artist's use of oil paint brings a
Category

2010s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Pierre Neveu (b.1929) - Contemporary Oil, The Old Church
By Pierre Neveu
Located in Corsham, GB
A wonderful study of an old village church by French artist Pierre Neveu. Rendered in rich tones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil on panel - Painting- Troubadour School - 19th - Church square scene - France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Oil on wood panel from the 19th century, Troubadour School. Beautiful oil on panel depicting a
Category

Antique 19th Century French Romantic Paintings

Materials

Wood

Bernard Myers (1925-2007) - Contemporary Oil, Holy Trinity Church
By Bernard Myers
Located in Corsham, GB
A sensitive landscape in oil by the artist Bernard Myers (1925-2007). Unsigned. Inscribed verso. On
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Contemporary French Impressionist Oil White Church In The Mountains
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
White Church by Georges Bordonave (French contemporary) oil painting on board, unframed board: 13
Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil on Canvas Italian Village Church
Located in Nashville, TN
buildings. In the distance, the local church towers over the other structures. This piece is likely oil on
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Pauline Plummer (b.1933) - Framed Oil, St Andrews Church, Redlingfield
Located in Corsham, GB
An original oil painting by Pauline Plummer (b.1933), depicting a view of St Andrews Church
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Rundell - 20th Century Oil, A Church In Early Spring
Located in Corsham, GB
A fine oil showing a leafy and serene hamlet with a church in the middle ground and a man in a hat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Strukiv church
Located in Edinburgh, GB
The ancient church, located in Transcarpathia, was built in 1824
Category

2010s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Pastoral Oil on Board of Church
Located in Redding, CT
Pastoral oil on board of church. Colorful impasto painting. Lovely New England fall composition
Category

Early 20th Century Paintings

Materials

Wood, Masonite, Paint

Pastoral Oil on Board of Church
Pastoral Oil on Board of Church
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Mid 20th Century Oil - Church in the Winter Sun
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming study of a European church in snowy midwinter. The artist captures the midday sun
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century "The Old Church" Original Oil Painting by R. Davenport
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century oil on canvas signed R. Davenport. A stately red brick church in a country town
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Harmony Peaks: White Church Alpine Mountains. Impressionist Landscape Oil
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Harmony Peaks: White Church amidst Alpine Mountains" oil painting on wood. The landscape conveys
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Paint, Oil

Vintage Eduard Enzmann Alpine Church Landscape Oil Painting on Board 20"
Located in Dayton, OH
Early to mid 20th century oil on board landscape painting depicting a church steeple in a little
Category

Early 20th Century Black Forest Paintings

Materials

Paint

J. Hall - Framed Early 20th Century Oil, Church Fields
Located in Corsham, GB
figure stands to the left of small arched bridge, above a red roofed church and village scene. Signed by
Category

Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Expressionist Oil of Village with Church Under Stormy Sky
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Expressionist Oil of Village with Church Under Stormy Sky By Fanch Lel Signed: yes
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Summer Church, " Oil on Wood signed by Robert Richter
By Robert Richter
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Summer Church" is an original oil painting by Robert Richter. The artist signed the piece on the
Category

Early 2000s Outsider Art Landscape Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil

Church courtyard at Siena, oil on canvas
By German artist
Located in Gent, VOV
German school. Name and date lower left "Siena Juli (18)83". Illegible signature lower right (monogram) "A.S. ou J.S.". Provenance: A private collection from the Rhineland.
Category

Late 19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Mid century Danish vintage oil painting of village scenery with church cathedral
Located in Ebberup, DK
This is a mid-century original oil on plate realist painting. The motive is a rustic scenery of the
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Windmill at Cley, Norfolk
Located in Lexington, KY
Charles Church is becoming one of the most popular sporting and equine painters right now. His work
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Peter Arnold (1922-2009) - 20th Century Oil, The Church Band
Located in Corsham, GB
A lively scene depicting a church band congregating outside a block of flats where the residents
Category

20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century Oil on Canvas French Church
Located in Nashville, TN
This 19th century oil on canvas depicts a serene French church nestled within a pastoral landscape
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Paintings

Materials

Paint

Pauline Plummer (b.1933) - Contemporary Oil, The Church at Rustrel, Provence
Located in Corsham, GB
An original oil painting by Pauline Plummer (b.1933), depicting the church at Rustrel, Provence
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

H. T. Camp - Framed Mid 20th Century Oil, Fingest Church
Located in Corsham, GB
Impressionist study of Fingest Church. Presented in a gilt-effect frame. Signed and dated (1943) to
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Church Road (Abstract Landscape Painting of Country Fields Mountains)
By Ricardo Mulero
Located in Hudson, NY
Modern abstract landscape painting of country fields and mountains "Church Road", painted by Hudson
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Church In The Dell
Located in Austin, TX
Charles Vavrina (1928 - 2009, American) Title: "Church in the Dell" Medium: Acrylic on Linen
Category

20th Century Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

French Impressionist Style 1950s Oil on Canvas Painting Depicting a Small Church
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Impressionist style framed oil on canvas painting from the mid 20th century, depicting a
Category

Mid-20th Century French Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

"Church Street"
By Joseph Barrett
Located in Lambertville, NJ
, Pennsylvania, has been painting his entire adult life. His favorite subjects include the landscape surrounding
Category

20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Paul-Desire TROUILLEBERT , Sartrouville Church, Oil on canvas, 19e C.
By Paul Desire Trouillebert
Located in Saint Amans des cots, FR
to oil painting on canvas or panel. He trained in particular with the portrait painter Ernest Hébert
Category

19th Century Barbizon School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Figures Strolling In European Street Scene Distant Church Steeple Oil
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
landscapes, markets, and traditional life. Fanch Lel’s paintings, primarily executed in oil and gouache
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

After Church, Post Cover
By Stevan Dohanos
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Signed lower left by Artist The Saturday Evening Post cover, April 16, 1949
Category

1940s Paintings

Materials

Oil

16th Century Oil Painting , Four Doctors of the Church, manner of Willem Key
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Manner of Willem Key (Dutch, 1515 - 1568) Four Doctors of the Church (The Annunciation) Oil on
Category

Antique 16th Century Dutch Renaissance Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Contemporary French Impressionist Oil Church Along The Blue Sea Coast
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Coasta Landscape by Georges Bordonave (French contemporary) oil painting on board, unframed board
Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Marcel Delaunay (1876-1959) - French School Oil, Church at Twilight
Located in Corsham, GB
A modernist study of a Parish Church painted in a restrictive green and brown colour palette
Category

Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Post-Impressionist Painting The Church in Taormina, Sicily, 1914
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dick Beer (b. London 1893 - d. Stockholm 1938) The Church in Taormina, Sicily (Kyrkan i Taormina
Category

1910s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

View of San Francisco , SFMoMA, Modernism, Oakland Museum
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Signed lower right, 'Maude Church' (American, born 1949) and dated 1986. Additionally signed and
Category

1980s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil Pastel, Acrylic

1950 s French Impressionist Painting Steps Leading To Village Church
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Steps To Church by Y. Blanchon, French 1950's Impressionist oil on artist paper, unframed
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mid Century Painting of a Church, In a Monastery Garden
Located in Cotignac, FR
Painting of a church or monastery in a garden, mid century, oil on canvas by Reginald Schoedelin
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Gote Pawlack - Mid 20th Century Oil, Church on the River
Located in Corsham, GB
Signed to the lower left. Presented in a painted wooden frame. On board.
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

John Kingsley Sutton FRSA (1907-1976) - 1968 Oil, Behind The Church
Located in Corsham, GB
church. The painting is signed and dated to the lower right-hand corner. On canvas on stretchers.
Category

1960s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Church Tower
By Nancy Maybin Ferguson
Located in Milford, NH
A fine impressionist townscape oil painting by American artist Nancy Maybin Ferguson (1872-1967
Category

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

"ABSTRACT CHURCH TOWER"
By Lamar Briggs
Located in San Antonio, TX
Lamar Briggs (1935-2015) Houston Artist Image Size: 14 x 11 Frame Size: 22.75 x 19.75 Medium: Oil
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Painting Interior Church Saint Germain Charonne in Paris Troubadour 19th
Located in PARIS, FR
late 1870s and early 1880s. Our painting represents the interior of the church of Saint Germain de
Category

19th Century Romantic Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Cemetery and church by Eugène Louis Martin - Oil on canvas
Located in Geneva, CH
Work on canvas
Category

1940s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Village Market Scene With Figures and Church Tower Impressionist Painting
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Village Market Scene With Figures and Church Tower Impressionist Painting by Fanch
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

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Church Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact church oil painting you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. You can easily find an example made in the Modern style, while we also have 16 Modern versions to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a church 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 church oil painting is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes brown, gray, black and blue. Creating a church oil painting has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Peter Adams, Magdalena Spasowicz, Doug Cosbie, Bryan Mark Taylor and Johann Berthelsen are consistently popular. 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 Church Oil Painting?

The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a church oil painting in our inventory may begin at $285 and can go as high as $395,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,407.

Finding the Right Paintings for You

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

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

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

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

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

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Questions About Church 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, 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, 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, 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 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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