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Dingos and Diggers in the Desert
By Maija Peeples-Bright
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Oil on canvas
Signed lower right
Category
1980s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Road through the Desert
By Richard Thompson
Located in Fort Worth, TX
Oil on canvas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
abstract desert reflections # 308
By HJ Moody
Located in Los Angeles, CA
influenced Moody’s work. Moody creates his own painting tools and works from multiple directions at once
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
abstract desert reflections ( # 309 )
By HJ Moody
Located in Los Angeles, CA
influenced Moody’s work. Moody creates his own painting tools and works from multiple directions at once
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
LANDSCAPE - CAMELS IN DESERT
By Miguel Angel
Located in Alcoy, ES
Born in Córdoba, in 1966.
The liking for painting wakes up in him very young, so he soon began his
Category
Early 2000s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Desert Gold; Daphne Huntington (American 1910 - 2012); oil on board
By Daphne Huntington
Located in Los Angeles, CA
studied painting at Slades in London, stained glass at the London School of Arts and Crafts, and the École
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
small scale brown and green realist painting, "Deserted", New York City Subway
By Seth Tane
Located in Binghamton, NY
"Deserted" is a small scale oil on panel painting. The work pokes fun at the New York City’s subway
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Cruz Ortiz, Yanaguana Girl in the Desert, Mexican American fine art painting
By Cruz Ortiz
Located in Dallas, TX
Ortiz, born in Houston in 1972, lives and works in San Antonio. He uses print, performance and film to address issues related to growing up in the bicultural landscape of South Texas...
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Under The Desert Sky 3
Located in New York, NY
Artist: Josh Brooks
Title: Under The Desert Sky 3
Medium: Charcoal, house paint, oil paint on wood
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Charcoal, House Paint, Oil, Wood Panel
George Kennedy Brandriff Oil on Canvas Desert in Hemet CA
Located in WILMINGTON, CA
George Kennedy Brandriff oil on canvas desert in Hemet CA.
"Desert Green", signed. The landscape
Category
20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Shared Trail (desert, landscape, cowboys, horses)
Located in Basalt, CO
Two cowboys sit atop their horses, one light brown, and one gray, as they walk through the desert
Category
2010s Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Oil on Canvas, "Desert Scene" by Ivan Messenger, 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Provenance: Estate of David Copley, Borrego Springs. Born in Omaha, Nebraska, messenger moved to San Diego County in 1917 and worked at a farm in Lyons Valley east of San Diego. Afte...
Category
20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Yellow Desert Barrel Cactus contemporary Landscape
Located in Ventimiglia, Imperia
Hot yellow Barrel Cactus in rows in Wirikuta, San José del Cabo, Mexico, was first painting that I
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Adobe Shade (desert landscape, trees, Southwest)
Located in Basalt, CO
Dinah Worman’s landscape paintings are instantly recognizable for their clarity and depth. Light is
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
17th Century Oil on Canvas S. Girolamo in the Desert
Located in Palermo, IT
St Jerome in the desert depicted with a lion.
The figure of a Saint is very beautiful and
Category
Antique Mid-17th Century Italian Baroque Paintings
Materials
Organic Material
View Over the Cranberries to Mt. Desert
By Henry Isaacs
Located in Boothbay Harbor, ME
recognizable artists painting in Maine today. In person, Isaacs is as engaging an individual as you will ever
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Mount and Desert to us Befell
By Megan Krause
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Megan Krause. The paintings in this exhibition imagine settlements at various stages of construction or
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Desert Landscape with Apache Indians on Horseback
By Edwin Willard Deming
Located in Graton, CA
Edwin Willard Deming, born in Ashland, Ohio on 26 August 1860, dedicated his life to the artistic preservation of American Indian culture. Primarily a painter, he was also a muralis...
Category
Late 19th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil on Canvas "Desert Landscape with Woman
Computer, " Robert Springfels, 1970
By Robert Springfels
Located in Hollywood, FL
was then an important force in the surrealist American movement, this important group of painting were
Category
Vintage 1970s American Expressionist Paintings
Four O
Clock (Luminous contemporary southwestern desert landscape)
By Kate Starling
Located in Basalt, CO
desert southwest.
Starling has found a home in the southwest her entire life—from her childhood in
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Linen
“Generic Tucson”, desert plants in greens and yellows
By Howard Nathenson
Located in New York, NY
paintings have been included in the Whitney Museum’s exhibition “Extraordinary Images” and the prestigious
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Summer Glow - capturing the color and light of my childhood desert home.
By Aleta Pippin
Located in Santa Fe, NM
applied numerous sheer layers of oil with a palette knife onto an aluminum substrate. Her painting has a
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Metal
Coming to Water (desert landscape, angus herd, sage, flowing stream, perspectiv)
By Andy Taylor
Located in Basalt, CO
Framed dimensions: 53" h x 40" w x 2" d
Signed bottom right: Taylor
“For me, painting is about
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Bar Harbor at Mount Desert, Maine by George Washington Nicholson (1832-1912)
By George Washington Nicholson
Located in New York, NY
Washington Nicholson
George Washington Nicholson (1832-1912)
Bar Harbor at Mount Desert, ME
Oil on canvas
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Category
19th Century Hudson River School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Glowing Light (desert mountains, old barn, luminous, salmon/gray/blue/green)
By Sean Wallis
Located in Basalt, CO
the texture of oil paint and a broad, colorful palette. His work with light, hue, and atmosphere
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Spanish Desert" Oil Painting
By Ulrich Gleiter
Located in Denver, CO
Ulrich Gleiter's (EUR based) "Spanish Desert" is an oil painting that depicts the textural hillside
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Canyon Landscape Andalusian Desert" Oil Painting
By Ulrich Gleiter
Located in Denver, CO
Ulrich Gleiter's (EUR based) "Canyon Landscape Andalusian Desert" is an oil painting that depicts
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Vintage Pair of Mid-Century California Desert Oil Paintings by H. Meade
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous pair of mid-century California desert oil paintings by H. Meade in pickled wood frames
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Men in Desert (Oil Painting of Two Male Figures Near a Souk with Camel)
By Mark Beard
Located in Hudson, NY
36 x 24 inches, oil on canvas
Custom artist made frame, painted and distressed black wood
Framed
Category
20th Century Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Desert Landscape Oil Painting
By Robert Vala
Located in Houston, TX
Warm toned desert landscape oil painting by Santa Fe, New Mexico artist Robert Vala, aka Robert
Category
Early 2000s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Deserted Street, " Oil painting
By Sandra Pratt
Located in Denver, CO
Sandra Pratt's "Deserted Street" is an original handmade oil painting.
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Panel
Desert Walk Lookout, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Inspired from Canada's desert region! A beautiful lookout point over the hils of Osoyoos. Comes
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Desert Jambalaya, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Jeff Ferst
Located in Yardley, PA
Desert Jambalaya Is Part Of My Deconstructed Landscape Series. I Paint The Desert Southwest - Big
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Desert, Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork
By Vahe Yeremyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan
Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind
Medium: Oil on
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Desert Living: Contemporary Expressionist Oil Painting
By Paul Wadsworth
Located in Brecon, Powys
Paul Wadsworth is one of the UK’s leading exponents of Expressionist paintings. His pieces are
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Desert Scene Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Oil on canvas titled "Red Rock Canyon" painted by Frederick W. Gordon and dated 1933.
Category
Vintage 1930s American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Sedona Desert, Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork
By Vahe Yeremyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan
Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind
Medium: Oil on
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Desert, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
By Vahe Yeremyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan
Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind
Medium: Oil on
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Desert, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
By Vahe Yeremyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan
Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind
Medium: Oil on
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Desert, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
By Vahe Yeremyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan
Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind
Medium: Oil on
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Desert Umbrellas: Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Oil Painting
By Paul Wadsworth
Located in Brecon, Powys
Paul Wadsworth is one of the UK’s leading exponents of Expressionist paintings. His pieces are
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Desert Mercy" Contemporary Pastel Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Abstract expressionist oil painting by contemporary Houston artist Benji Stiles. The work features
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Crayon, Oil
Desert Breeze, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
By Vahe Yeremyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan
Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Medium: Oil
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Desert View, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
By Vahe Yeremyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan
Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind
Medium: Oil on
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Desert View, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
By Vahe Yeremyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan
Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind
Medium: Oil on
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
American School Antique Signed Western Desert Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Impressionist western landscape oil painting of a mountain desert. Oil on board, circa 1930
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Jeanne" Narrative Western Desert Painting
Located in Austin, TX
“Jeanne” is a western painting by Gerald McCann executed in oil on board; measuring 20 x 30 inches
Category
20th Century Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Phantoms of the Desert, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Craig Moran
Located in Yardley, PA
Threads connect obscure Playthings that drift and dance in An empty desert. The surface is
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Desert, Landscape, Impressionism, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
By Vahe Yeremyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan
Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind
Medium: Oil on
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage Mid-Century Expressionist Figurative Oil Painting - Desert Land
Located in Bristol, GB
DESERT LAND
Size: 64 x 75 cm (including frame)
Oil on Canvas
A very lively and enchanting mid
Category
1970s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Desert View, Landscape Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
By Vahe Yeremyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan
Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind
Medium: Oil on
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"A Lonesome Road" - Oil Painting Desert Landscape with Sunset
By Mark Harrison
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison’s "A Lonesome Road" (2025) is an evocative original oil painting on canvas that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil painting by Richard Colls “The Desert Table”
Located in Mere, GB
Oil painting by Richard Colls “The Desert Table”. Richard Colls who flourished 1819 -1853. London
Category
19th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Abstract Painting, "Desert Caravan"
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a one of a kind original abstract painting on canvas by Southern California artist, Daniel
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Abstract Painting, "Desert Apparition"
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a one of a kind original abstract painting by Southern California artist, Daniel Ketelhut
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Landscape Oil Painting - Desert Sunset, Framed
Located in Bristol, GB
DESERT SUNSET
Size: 59 x 77 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
A dynamic and well-balanced mid
Category
1950s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Strange Season, surrealist architecture and desert landscape oil painting, 2020
By Jennifer Presant
Located in New York, NY
Strange Season is a surrealist oil painting of a building and a desert landscape, rendered in pink
Category
2010s Surrealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
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Desert Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact desert oil painting you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. In our selection of items, you can find Impressionist examples as well as a Contemporary version. Finding the perfect desert oil painting may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right desert oil painting for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, gray, black and blue. There have been many interesting desert oil painting examples over the years, but those made by Vahe Yeremyan, Agnieszka Kozień, Jim Woodson, Dyana Hesson and Reginald Pollack are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Artworks like these of any era or style can make for thoughtful decor in any space, but a selection from our variety of those made in paint, oil paint and fabric can add an especially memorable touch.
How Much is a Desert Oil Painting?
The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a desert oil painting in our inventory may begin at $200 and can go as high as $550,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,500.
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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.
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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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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. - 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To 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.
- Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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, 2022The 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
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.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 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, 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.
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In Denver, a major new retrospective reveals how the painter’s devotion to ordinary life — and his fearless shifts in style — shaped modern art.
The Real World Portraitist of “The Gilded Age,” Season Three
Only the best painter could suit the calculatedly extravagant Bertha Russell.
See Kent Monkman’s Magical Realist Take on Frontier History
With a solo show at the Denver Art Museum and a commission from the Met, the Cree Canadian painter has become an international sensation.
Yale’s Trove of British Art Is Back on View in a Refreshed Louis Kahn Building
After a two-year closure, they Yale Center for British Art opens its doors again, with all sorts of changes to its building and programming.
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.