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Church at Indian Hill and Rogers Park by Max Gundlach (1863‒1957, American)
Located in New York, NY
GUNDLACH (1863‒1957)
Church at Indian Hill and Rogers Park Looking South
Oil on board
7 ½ x 13 ¼ inches
Category
20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
St. Anne
s Church, Bermuda, c. 1913-14, Chester S. Kingsley (b. 1878, American)
Located in New York, NY
Chester S. Kingsley (Born 1878)
St. Anne's Church, Bermuda, c. 1913-14
Oil on canvas
20 x 16 inches
Category
20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Memoire de Corps by Michel Carlin, original oil on canvas 2007, France
By Michel Carlin
Located in London, GB
Chartreuse Church. First oil painting.
1954
He arrives in Paris and studies life drawing at the Académie
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Paintings
French School 19th Century Landscape
Located in Firenze, IT
church ruins
oil painting on canvas
37.7 x 45.7 cm
signed and dated bottom center S.S. 1831.
Category
Antique 1830s French Romantic Paintings
Materials
Canvas
The Church and Lavender Fields
Located in Boston, MA
Dated verso: "July 12, / 2001". Inscribed verso: "422". Label on stretcher: "422 The church and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Folk Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Old Swede
s Church in Winter, Philadelphia City Scene, American Impressionist
By Albert Van Nesse Greene
Located in Doylestown, PA
American Impressionist painter Albert Van Nesse Greene.
The painting is a 20" x 24" oil on canvas, framed
Category
Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Large Belgian Winterscape Church Oil Painting Early 20thC
Located in Nottingham, GB
Church Oil Painting Early 20thC
Category
Early 20th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
"Going To Church, " Oil Painting by Clementine Hunter
By Clementine Hunter
Located in Dallas, TX
a circa 1965 oil painting by Louisiana folk artist Clementine Hunter (1886-1988), depicts a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Paintings
Gerhard Graf, Berlin Evening Landscape With St Thomas Church, Oil Painting
By Gerhard Graf
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This early 20th-century oil on canvas by German artist Gerhard Graf (1883-1960) depicts Berlin in
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mid-19th Century French Church Oil Painting
La Procession
in Carved Gilt Frame
Located in Dallas, TX
This fine antique oil on canvas painting was purchased in Versailles, France circa 1830. The scene
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
Monumental Church Painting of Monks Working
Located in Culver City, CA
19th century church oil painting of monks working
Category
Antique 19th Century English Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Niagara Falls Waterfall Landscape Oil Painting Frederic Edwin Church Framed 48"
By Frederic Edwin Church
Located in Dayton, OH
Hand painted reproduction painting of Frederic Edwin Church's Famous Niagara. The oil painting is
Category
Late 20th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Penley Corner Church, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Stephanie Berry
Located in Yardley, PA
This is an old church that still stands proudly although it is only used once a year. This was
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Chestnut Horses Grazing in the Green Summer Meadow Fine English Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Horses at Rest in a Summer Meadow
Charles Church (British, b. 1970)
signed & dated 94'
oil on
Category
1990s English School Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Carl Budtz-Mølle, Church Interior, Oil Painting
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This beautiful early-20th-century oil on canvas by Danish artist Carl Budtz-Mølle (1882-1953
Category
Early 20th Century Academic Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Church Paris Oil Painting by Emil Kosa Jr.
By Emil Kosa Jr.
Located in Pasadena, CA
education. He received traditional painting instruction from Pierre Laurens and studied non-objective
Category
1930s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
1983 Vintage Framed Swedish Abstract Architecture Oil Painting - Church
Located in Bristol, GB
CHURCH
Size: 68.5 x 61 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
A beguiling and very elegant oil
Category
1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Nuns in Prayer, Fine Church Interior, Signed Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Nuns in Prayer
By German artist P.Hauptmann, mid 20th Century
Oil painting on canvas, framed
Signed
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Landscape with a Church, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Alex Kalenyuk
Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Medium: Oil on
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Landscape with a Church, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Alex Kalenyuk
Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Medium: Oil on
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
19th Century Oil Painting of a Church
Located in Dallas, TX
to a member of the clergy, this 19th century hand painted oil painting of the interior of a quaint
Category
Antique 19th Century Paintings
20th Century English Impressionist Oil Painting Norfolk Church
Estuary Scene
By English Impressionist
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist: English impressionist painter
Title: The Norfolk Landscape
Medium: oil painting on board
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Large Tranquil Norfolk River Landscape
Anglo Saxon Church, English Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Lammas Church
by A. J. Canham, British 20th century
oil painting on canvas, framed
signed & titled
Category
20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Louie Bassi Siegriest "Church in Mexico" Original Oil Painting C.1950s
By Louis Siegriest
Located in San Francisco, CA
Louie Bassi Siegriest Modernist Oil Painting c.1950s
Modernist oil painting titled "Church in
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Landscape Painting, Rome Painting, Monastery Church Painting, Oil on Canvas, XX
By Joseph Marlin Tilleux
Located in Breganze, VI
This is a landscape painting with a monastery/church, Palatino park.
This oil painting on canvas
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Antique Oil Painting Caversham Church John Horace Hooper
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique oil on canvas painting, ''Caversham Church near Reading'' by John
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Barker - 1888 Oil, Old Widcombe Church
Located in Corsham, GB
A rustic oil view of Old Widcombe Church on the hills surrounding the city of Bath in England. The
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Van Gogh Church - Eric Schutte, 21st Century Contemporary Dutch Oil Painting
By Eric Schutte
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
with tubes of oil paint, different donkeys with semi-manufactured paintings, a particularly large pile
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique American Regionalist Church Interior Modern Oil Painting by John Barber
By John Barber
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist interior painting by John Barber (1898 - 1965). Oil on canvas, circa 1945. Signed on
Category
1940s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Framed 20th Century Oil - Church Lane
Located in Corsham, GB
whole church yard. Indistinctly signed to the lower left-hand corner. The painting is beautifully
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Church End - Scotland, Fine British Oil
By Brian Horswell
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Church End - Scotland
By Brian Horsewell, British artist, 21st Century
Oil painting on canvas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Early 20th Century Oil - Church Interior
Located in Corsham, GB
A wonderful church interior study depicting a woman kneeling at prayer. The stone walls are adorned
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Winter Church" Original Oil Painting by John Moyers
By John Moyers
Located in Coeur d
Alene, ID
John Moyers original oil on panel; untitled, 16" x 20". Signed lower left. Cream and gold finish
Category
1990s Canadian Paintings
Materials
Paint
Ashcan School Modernist Oil Painting View of New York City
Trinity Church
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist view of New York City with Trinity Church. Oil on canvas, circa 1930. Signed illegibly
Category
1930s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
French romantic painting troubadour Oil on canvas MAUMET 19th Tomb ruined church
Located in PARIS, FR
A. MAUMET (19th century) Oil on canvas 65 x 54.5 cm (78 x 66 cm with the frame) Signed and dated
Category
1840s Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Church of St. Trinity village Pustoviytivk, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Oksana Kalenyuk
Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Medium: Oil
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1930
s French Post Impressionist Oil Painting - Village Church in Open Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Village Church
Medium: oil on board, unframed
Size:
board: 8.75 x 13 inches
Provenance: private
Category
Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Bulgaria Sofia" Russian Impressionist Church Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Russian Impressionist Church Painting that includes hues of blue, green, grey, and red. The
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
20th Century Oil - River View with Church
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming oil painting, depicting a river view with a church in the distance. Unsigned. Presented
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
C. J. King - 1931 Oil, Church Interior
Located in Corsham, GB
A beautiful church interior, dimly lit by oil lamps burning on the walls. The altar is the
Category
20th Century Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Trinity Church 5th Avenue" Impressionist Oil Painting Snow in New York City
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
A charming depiction of Trinity Church on 5th Avenue in the snow with figures and cars. A cozy
Category
2010s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Antique Oil Painting of St. Mary
s Church, Beverley, England
Located in Dallas, TX
side), the subject of this antique (pre-1916) oil painting is the St Mary’s Church in Beverley, England
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Giltwood, Paint
Margaret McClean - 1982 Oil, Stanton Village Church
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming, impasto depiction of the St Mary's Church in the village of Stanton in Gloucestershire
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Margaret McClean - 1982 Oil, Stanton Village Church
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming, impasto depiction of the St Mary's Church in the village of Stanton in Gloucestershire
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Framed Mid 20th Century Oil - Church of Hallstatt
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming oil painting depicting the small Romanesque church of Hallstatt, viewed from the main
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mid 20th Century Oil - Christ Church, Streatham
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming mid century street scene depicting figures walking towards Christ Church in Streatham
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th Century Oil - Church At Wargrave, Berkshire
Located in Corsham, GB
Titled verso. Unsigned. On canvas.
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Italian Oil Painting on Canvas Mountain Landscape with Church, Signed
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful oil painting on canvas. A splendid Italian mountain landscape with church. Signed in red
Category
20th Century Italian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Framed 20th Century Oil - Rural Church at Sunset
Located in Corsham, GB
An atmospheric view over rural farmland with village church tucked to the right. A glorious sunset
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
English School Late 19th Century Oil - Church Cove
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming oil study of Cornwall's Church Cove, with figures waiting at the door to cove cottage
Category
Late 19th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Edward J. Waters - 20th Century Oil, Shenfield Church, Brentwood
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming landscape scene depicting the distant Shenfield Church in Brentwood, Essex. In the
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Oil Painting of Copenhagen Street Scene, Saint Peter
s Church
Located in Round Top, TX
This painting depicts a typically Copenhagen street scene, with Saint Peter's Church ("Kirke" in
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Danish Paintings
British 20th Century oil painting of a market stall at a Baroque church, Italy
By Richard Beer
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Richard Beer (British, 1928-2017)
A market stall at a Baroque church
Oil on canvas
Signed `Beer
Category
20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Douglas Pittuck (1911-1993) - 1961 Oil, Church - Darlington
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming depiction of St John's church in Darlington, County Durham. Painted in a dark, muted
Category
Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Diana Boyd - Framed 20th Century Oil, Menorcan Church
Located in Corsham, GB
Oil on board. Signed 'Di' lower right. Presented in a slim gilt frame.
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"The Village Church" Original Oil Painting by Jane Wooster Scott
By Jane Wooster Scott
Located in Wiscasset, ME
15 years, her paintings have summoned memories of a national heritage-the traditions, holidays and
Category
1990s American Paintings
Peter Collins ARCA - 20th Century Oil, Landscape with Church
By Peter Collins ARCA
Located in Corsham, GB
A fine oil painting by the artist Peter Collins, depicting a landscape scene with a church
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
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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.
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
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- Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
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Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
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- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
- La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
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At 89, Artist Lucio Pozzi Is Reaching New Career Heights
The Italian-American’s 2020 abstract painting “The Hoe” personifies his “art of not knowing.”
The 1stDibs Guide to Types of Abstract Art
Get to know the key movements and artists who have influenced visual culture for more than a century.
With a Show at MoMA, Marlon Mullen Paints Pictures That Are beyond Words
The nonspeaking California artist is having a moment, with vivacious paintings that play on art-magazine covers as well as more mysterious abstractions.
The Vibrant Beauty of Orphist Art Supersedes Its Perplexing Name
This kaleidoscopic early-modern art style has long deserved another look. Now, the Guggenheim museum is doing just that.