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19th Century Spanish Colonial School, Retablo, El Nino de Atocha
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This late 19th-century Mexican oil painting depicts the Christ child as ‘El Nino de Atocha’. El
Category

1880s Folk Art Portrait Paintings

Materials

Metal

British School Antique Oil Landscape Painting of “A Hunting Party"
Located in Shippensburg, PA
outstanding. The painting depicts a large hunting party of riders and their mounts following the lead of their
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Antique 19th Century European British Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Early 20th c. Virgin of Guadalupe, Bolivia, Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Virgin of Guadalupe, unsigned, oil on canvas, unframed. CREATOR Unsigned. DATE OF
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Early 20th Century Bolivian Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Paint

A Portrait of "An Old Colonial Governor" by Seymour Joseph Guy (American)
By Seymour Joseph Guy
Located in Queens, NY
Seymour Joseph Guy (American, 1824-1910) "An Old Colonial Governor" Oil on canvas, in original
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19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

A Vintage Cuzco School Painting of Saint Miguel Archangel Oil on Canvas
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Vintage Cuzco School Painting of Saint Miguel Archangel Oil on Canvas Provenance: Private
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas

English King Charles II Officer Portrait Oil Painting on Canvas Nautical 50"
Located in Dayton, OH
Portrait of King Charles II of England, Late 20th Century reproduction. The original was painted by Philippe de Champaigne in 1653 and is currently on display in the Cleveland museu...
Category

1990s Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Saint Rose of Lima Oil on Canvas 19th Century South American Painting Silver
Located in Madrid, ES
Santa Rosa de Lima Oil on canvas, 19th century South American painting. XIX. Silver-coated wooden
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Antique 19th Century Peruvian American Colonial Paintings

Materials

Paint

South American Baroque Quito School Old Master Pietà Oil Painting in Frame
Located in Astoria, NY
South American Baroque period old master painting from the Quito School depicting a pietà. The
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Antique 18th Century South American Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood

19th C. Archangel Michael Oil on Canvas
Located in San Marino, CA
19th Century Archangel Michael oil on canvas with carved frame.
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Antique 19th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Paintings

Capobianco Abstract Color Field Oil on Canvas
Located in Astoria, NY
Domenick Capobianco (American, b. 1928) Abstract Color Field in Orange Tones, Oil on Canvas in the
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20th Century American Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Pair of British Colonial Style Paintings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Lovely horizontal pair of British Colonial primitive style oil paintings on rough hewn reclaimed 1
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20th Century British Colonial Primitives

Materials

Reclaimed Wood

Emilio Grau-Sala "Woman With Fishbowl" Oil Canvas
Located in Astoria, NY
Emilio Grau-Sala (Spaish, Catalan, 1911-1975), "Woman With Fishbowl", Oil On Canvas, signed lower
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20th Century Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

After August Riedel "Judith" Oil on Canvas, 1877
Located in Astoria, NY
Holofernes", Oil on Canvas, 1877, illegibly signed "Ludwig Soldomayr(?)", dated, and inscribed "Munchen
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Antique 19th Century Colonial Revival Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

"Young Spanish Man in Black Coat" Oil on Canvas
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
"Young Spanish Man in Black Coat" oil on canvas, signed "Ranuccio," large oil on canvas with a
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Late 20th Century American Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Hollone F. Nelly, Vintage Still Life Oil On Canvas "Breakfast W/ Flowers"
Located in Atlanta, GA
**Hollone F. Nelly, Vintage Still Life "Breakfast with Flowers," Oil on Canvas** This vintage
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20th Century American British Colonial Paintings

Materials

Paint, Canvas

La Virgen Del Carmen - Oil On Canvas - Cuzco School 18th C.
Located in San Marino, CA
“La Virgen Del Carmen” Large oil painting on canvas by a Cuzco School artist. Period: Late
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Peruvian Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Vintage Oil on Board of French Harbor Scene Signed Fandent
Located in Westfield, MA
This vintage oil on board captures a dramatic French harbor scene, signed by the artist Fandent
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Late 20th Century English Colonial Revival Paintings

Materials

Giltwood

19th Century, British School Hunting Scene Oil on Canvas Chasing the Catch
Located in Atlanta, GA
British School, 19th century. This dynamic 19th-century oil on canvas painting, titled "Chasing
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Antique 19th Century English British Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood, Paint

Late 18th Century Cuzco School Oil on Canvas of the Virgin with Child
Located in Houston, TX
Late 18th century oil on canvas of the virgin with child, by an unknown artist in the Cuzco School
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Antique Late 18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood, Wood

20th Century Polychromed Dutch Oil/Canvas Birds on Blue and Green Background
Located in Valladolid, ES
Equisite birds on blue and green background flamish of Flanders style oil on canvas, circa 1910
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Early 20th Century French Dutch Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Pair of 19C Dutch Oil on Board of Winter Scenes by B Dam
Located in Dallas, TX
but looks like ‘Brent/Brandt/Birend/Birent Dam’. Each painting is an oil on board featuring a rural
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Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Paintings

Materials

Paint

17th Century, Oil on Canvas with Gold Leaf, Virgin of the Little Angels
Located in Mexico City, MX
Patron of the Archdiocese of Tulancingo, Hidalgo, Our Lady of the Angels is a Marian advocation of Spanish origin that arrived in America from the beginning of the Viceroyalty period...
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Antique 17th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas

17th/18th Century Fine Antique Portrait of a Gentleman Oil on Canvas
Located in Manhasset, NY
17th/18th century fine antique portrait of a gentleman oil on canvas. This spectacular oil on
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Antique 1790s English British Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood

Oil on Canvas Tropical Painting by John Kiraly
Located in Palm Beach, FL
An oil on canvas painting of many of the wonderful motifs associated with all things tropical
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Late 20th Century American British Colonial Decorative Art

Colonial Oil Painting, Fort with Steamship, Early Victorian
Located in Melbourne, AU
This delightful colonial oil painting came from a Townsville (Queensland, Australia) estate and we
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Antique 1860s Unknown British Colonial Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Linen, Paint

Early 19th Century Spanish Colonial Oil Painting of Our Lady of Mercy
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Offered by James Eddy Early 19th century Spanish colonial oil painting of Our Lady of Mercy
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Antique Early 19th Century South American Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Wood

Antique 18th Century Angel Arcabucero Spanish Colonial Oil Painting Cuzco School
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Spanish Colonial or Peruvian portrait oil painting of Angel Arcabucero on canvas. Ángel
Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Rare 18th-Century Spanish Colonial Painting – Nun in Memento Mori Iconography
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
-century Spanish Colonial oil painting on canvas, depicting a veiled nun in a striking memento mori
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas

A Pivotal Move , Game of Chess, Spanish Colonial Figural oil, Mexico, Peru
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
An enigmatic, early 19-century figural oil showing two men and a woman, all in 17th century dress
Category

Early 19th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Masonite, Oil

Antique Spanish Colonial Oil On Canvas Painting
Located in Bradenton, FL
Rare 18th century Spanish Colonial "Christ Ascending" on Canvas. There is a figure of Christ below
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Antique Late 18th Century Central American Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Paint

18th Century Spanish Colonial Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th century Spanish Colonial oil on canvas painting, mounted on board, in giltwood inlaid with
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Antique 18th Century Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Paint

Spanish Colonial Saint Peter Claver Oil Painting
Located in Astoria, NY
Spanish Colonial oil on canvas painting depicting the Spanish Jesuit priest and Saint Peter Claver
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Antique Late 17th Century South American Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

17th/18th Century Spanish Colonial Oil On Canvas Crucifixion Painting
Located in Bradenton, FL
. 17th / 18th century Spanish Colonial Cuzco school style religious painting of Christ crucified. Oil on
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Antique 18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Spanish Colonial School, Oil on Tin
Located in Bradenton, FL
Spanish Colonial oil on tin painting. A retablo depicting St. Michael the Archangel. Colors of red
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Antique 18th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Tin

1946 WPA Ohio Artist Russel Limbach American Colonial Home Oil Painting
Located in Surfside, FL
Painting, Architectural study. Colonial style house with green shutters. Signed lower left "R
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1940s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

19th C. Spanish Colonial Oil on Tin Retabalo Painting Saint Joseph Christ Child
Located in Forney, TX
Antique Spanish Colonial school Mexican retablo framed religious folk art. Early 19th century
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Antique 19th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Tin

Spanish Colonial Style Madonna Oil on Canvas, 19th Century
Located in Cypress, CA
A finely painted 19th century Spanish Colonial style oil on canvas depicting a crowned Madonna
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Antique 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Spanish Colonial 18th Century Cuzco School Oil on Canvas
Located in Bradenton, FL
A traditional and characteristic 18th century, Spanish colonial oil on canvas painting depicting
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Antique 18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Peruvian Cuzco Colonial Painting St Michael Oil on Canvas 19th C
Located in London, GB
American Cuzco school 19th century and earlier. Unsigned Oil on canvas, 56 by 78cms. Framed overall size 66
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Antique Mid-18th Century Peruvian Paintings

Materials

Paint

18th-century Spanish Colonial oil on canvas depicting Saint Raphael Archangel
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
A monumental and captivating 18th-century Spanish Colonial oil on canvas depicting Saint Raphael
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Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas

A colonial XVIII century Sacred Heart peruvian oil on canvas
Located in New York, NY
Acquired from a private collector in Buenos Aires.
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Late 18th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Spanish Colonial Cuzco School 18th C. Oil on Canvas St. Joseph with Christ Child
Located in Bradenton, FL
hung in churches in colonial Peru, the prominence of landscape made this kind of painting equally
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Antique 18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas

18th Century Spanish Colonial Oil on Copper Plate
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Mounted in an elaborate Rococo period carved and gilt frame. Measurements: painting 6.75" by 4.75
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Antique 18th Century Spanish Rococo Paintings

Materials

Copper

Oil Painting by Frederick W. Oliver
By Dong Kingman
Located in Norton, MA
FREDERICK W. OLIVER Medium Oil painting on canvas.
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Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Paintings

Materials

Paper

Portrait of a Belgian Colonial Military Officer
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Portrait of a Belgian colonial military Oil on canvas, inscribed and dated: Etude à l’Ami
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Early 1900s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Gerbaud Continental School Original Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Continental School oil on canvas by Gerbaud depicting three figures on a bench next to a pond. Set
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20th Century French American Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Original Signed Edward Tomasiewicz Oil Painting Fox Hunt
By Edward Tomasiewicz
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning original Edward Tomasiewicz (1919-2006) oil painting depicting a hunt scene in the
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Vintage 1980s American British Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

William Skilling Oil Painting on Canvas of a Leopard
By William Skilling
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Oil painting on canvas of a chained leopard. Folk Art painting in the Victorian parlor style
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Mid-20th Century British Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Late 19th Century American Oil Painting of Niagara Falls
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A relatively large painting on canvas of Niagara Falls, showing a portion of the American Falls as
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Antique Late 19th Century American American Colonial Paintings

Materials

Wool, Canvas

Massive Dark Sunset Spanish Harbor Galleon Nautical Oil Painting Framed
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This phenomenal maritime painting spans nearly seven feet in length! Easily one of the largest
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Vintage 1950s American Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Paint

Oil Painting by Robert Shaw Wesson Vermont/Massachusetts, 1902-1967
Located in Norton, MA
. Artist or Maker ROBERT SHAW WESSON Medium Oil Painting on Canvas.
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Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Escuela Hispano-colonial (XIX) - Óleo sobre tela - Ecce Homo
Located in Sant Celoni, ES
Como pueden apreciar, la obra no va firmada Se presenta sin enmarcar la obra El estado de la obra es aceptable ya que cuando la reentelaron, la acondicionaron debidamente Medidas ...
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Mid-18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Cuzco School Oil Painting of the Virgin Mary and Baby Jesus
Located in NICE, FR
We present you with this oil-on-canvas painting from the end of 18th century representing the
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Antique Late 18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Midcentury Painting Sunrise at Sea, Oil in Canvas by Arnedo Linares, Spain
Located in Miami, FL
Midcentury painting sunrise at sea, oil in canvas by Arnedo Linares, Spain.
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Paint

Gilt Framed Zebra Oil Painting After George Stubbs Signed Steve Rogers
By George Stubbs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
images. About original painting: This is one of the earliest in a long series of paintings of exotic
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20th Century North American British Colonial Paintings

Materials

Paint

Large 19th Century Oil on Canvas Painting a Marine Scene in the English Channel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A large 19th century oil on canvas painting of a marine scene in the English Channel with the White
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Antique 19th Century English British Colonial Paintings

Escuela Hispano-colonial (XIX) - Óleo sobre tela - San José con niño
Located in Sant Celoni, ES
Como pueden apreciar, la obra no va firmada Se presenta enmarcada la obra El estado de la obra es aceptable Medidas obra: 73 cm. de altura x 50 cm. de ancho Medidas obra enmarcad...
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1850s Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

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Colonial Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the colonial oil painting you’re looking for. A colonial oil painting — often made from fabric, canvas and paint — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer colonial oil painting, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A colonial oil painting, designed in the Regency, Rococo or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. William Skilling, Edward Tomasiewicz and John Kiraly each produced at least one beautiful colonial oil painting that is worth considering.

How Much is a Colonial Oil Painting?

Prices for a colonial oil painting start at $500 and top out at $29,435 with the average selling for $3,650.

Finding the Right Paintings for You

When paired with the perfect frame, the right antique and vintage paintings and other wall decorations can either subtly showcase your personality or steal the show altogether. 

The earliest paintings were created on the walls of caves, proving even our ancient ancestors knew that striking artwork is meant to be on display. Cave paintings on an Indonesian island are reportedly older than the earliest cave art in Spain and France, and the figurative paintings back then were produced with inorganic pigments like iron oxide.

Later, the people of Ancient Greece — who learned about art from the Egyptians before them — conceived panel paintings of wax and tempera that were collected and publicly displayed. In the centuries that followed, artists would be commissioned to create large-scale wall murals and frescoed ceilings in sprawling European palaces and in the homes of the aristocracy.

Today, 1stDibs makes it easy for you to celebrate this rich history in your own home. Our collection of paintings includes Art Deco paintings, baroque art and a broad range of other categories. Search by material, period or other attributes to find the right fit — browse an array of 19th century landscape paintings in giltwood frames or abstract oil paintings and portraits made during the 1950s and ‘60s.

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Questions About Colonial Oil Painting
  • 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.
  • 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 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.

  • 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 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 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
    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 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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From her historic Manhattan townhouse, the talented creator and curator of 1stDibs' latest NFT exhibition tells us about the art in her home and how she got involved with cryptoart.

How Keith Rivers Went from NFL Linebacker to Blue-Chip Art Aficionado

The former football player is as serious about becoming a great contemporary-art patron as he once was about making tackles. Here, Rivers tells us how he got the collecting bug and how his tastes have evolved over the years.