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Vintage Venetian Harbor Scene Oil on Canvas Painting, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage Venetian oil on canvas seascape depicts sailboat with a figure on the harbor with
Category
20th Century European Paintings
Materials
Canvas
$440 Sale Price
20% Off
European oil on canvas, 19 th century with castle and livestock
Located in Houston, TX
Rich old world colors are predominantly used in this well painted
Art work. Pheasants working with livestock are featured in the
Center of this piece. A castle is in the background o...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Paintings
Materials
Paint
Antique 19th Century Oil on Tin Painting
Two Nudes in Nature
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique 19th-century oil on tin painting '' Two nudes in nature ''
Dimensions:
Picture size: 11
Category
Antique 19th Century European Paintings
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Colorful Oil Painting on Board Signed Artwork
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Oil on Board Signed 1966 titled "The Snowstorm", illegible signature. The back of the painting is
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Antonio Fuertes 1986, Oil on Canvas Painting of Moroccan Fishermen
Located in Marbella, ES
Antonio Fuertes 1986, oil on canvas painting of Moroccan fishermen.
Category
Late 20th Century European Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Aldro T. Hibbard, American Impressionist - European Scene 1914
Located in Rockport, MA
example of Hibbard’s early European period. Painting has recently been cleaned, varnished, and reframed
Category
20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil Painting from the Early 20th Century, Winter Rural Landscape
Located in Opole, PL
Oil Painting from the Early 20th Century, Winter Rural Landscape
We present you this oil painting
Category
Early 20th Century European Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
$1,041 Sale Price
20% Off
Winter Sunlight in the Forest 20th Century Realist Oil Painting by German Artist
Located in Preston, GB
painter
Winter forest landscape
20th century oil painting
Postwar European art
Traditional landscape art
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Cotton Canvas, Oil
19th-Century Framed Oil Painting on Hardboard Depicting Genre Scene
Located in Opole, PL
19th-Century Framed Oil Painting on Hardboard Depicting Genre Scene
We present you a small
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Paintings
Materials
Hardwood, Paint
$284 Sale Price
20% Off
Viveros, 20th Century European Street Scene, Italian Town Landscape
By Louis Bosa
Located in Beachwood, OH
Louis Bosa (American, 1905-1981)
Viveros
Oil on masonite
Signed lower left and verso
17.75 x 35.5
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
20th Century Large Painting of Mysterious Landscape, Oil on Canvas Signed
Located in Sofia, BG
Large and vivid painting of mysterious landscape. Oil on canvas signed down at right.
Very good
Category
Mid-20th Century European Paintings
18th Century Continental Original Oil Painting of a Biblical Scene
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An Old Master style original oil painting on canvas in later giltwood frame. The painting with
Category
Antique Late 18th Century European Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
Painting, Oil on Canvas, by the Painter Szasz, Early 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Painting, oil on canvas, by the painter Szasz, early 20th century.
Oil on canvas, 20th century
Category
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Painting, Oil on Canvas, The Dancers, Signed Spadolini, early 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Painting, oil on canvas, The Dancers, signed Spadolini, early 20th century.
Oil on canvas, 20th
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Fine Nature Morte Painting, Signed and Dated
31, Oil on Canvas
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Fine nature morte painting, signed and dated '31, oil on canvas.
Category
Vintage 1930s European Paintings
Antique Oil Paintings in Original Frames
By Karl Rudolph Sohn
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/5504 - Elegant pair of antique European portraits oil paintings, with a strong personality
Category
Early 20th Century German Beaux Arts Paintings
Materials
Canvas
$11,360 Sale Price / set
36% Off
Early 20th Century European Landscape w/ Trees, Cleveland Woman Artist
By May Ames
Located in Beachwood, OH
May Lydia Ames (American, 1863-1943)
European Landscape, 1908
Oil on canvas
Signed and dated lower
Category
Early 1900s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th Century Romantic Oil Painting of Two Women in a Woodland Setting
Located in Southall, GB
A charming 19th-century oil painting depicting two women in a verdant forest path—one standing
Category
Antique 19th Century European Paintings
Materials
Paint
Landscape painting by Gustave Fontaine (1877-1952), Belgium. oil on canvas.
Located in Leuven , BE
Landscape painting by Gustave Fontaine (1877-1952) ,Belgium, oil on canvas.
Gustave FONTAINE
Category
20th Century European Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Vintage Bavarian Lake Landscape in European Style
Located in Soquel, CA
Gorgeous vintage landscape of Bavarian lake with snow-capped mountains in background. Signed illegibly bottom right corner and on verso. Palette knife work adds texture and interest....
Category
1970s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
$1,200 Sale Price
20% Off
View of Capri, Artist 20th century, European School
Located in Knokke, BE
Artist 20th century
European School
20th century
View of Capri
Signature: Signed bottom left
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Rust, Green and Black Oil Painting by Santiago Castillo, Spain, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary painting by Spanish artist Santiago Castillo.
This large painting is created in oil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Paintings
Materials
Paint
H. Stannava 19th Century Oil Painting of canvas with rural scene
Located in Braintree, GB
This 19th-century oil painting on canvas depicts the idyllic rural life of villagers. The scene
Category
Antique 1860s European Paintings
Materials
Canvas
(Slavic School, 19th Century) A Large Oil Painting "Saints Cyril and Methodius"
Located in Long Island City, NY
(Slavic School, 19th Century) A Large Oil Painting "Saints Cyril and Methodius"
Very good quality
Category
Antique 19th Century European Paintings
Materials
Paint, Canvas
$7,500 Sale Price
50% Off
19th Century Continental Oil Painting of a Hispano-Moresque Figure
Located in San Francisco, CA
rifle. Oil painting, original canvas and stretcher under old glass. Excellent preservation, cleaned
Category
Antique 19th Century European Other Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Walnut
19th Century Continental Interior Scene Oil on Canvas Painting by Ritta Boemm
Located in Houston, TX
19th century Continental interior scene oil on canvas painting by Ritta Boemm. This charming
Category
Antique 19th Century European Napoleon III Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Drottningholm Royal Palace, Stockholm, Sweden, 19th Century European School
Located in Blackwater, GB
Drottningholm Royal Palace, Stockholm, Sweden, 19th Century
European School Architectural Study
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Late 19th Century Vintage Oil on Canvas Painting Signed P. Gabrim Roma
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful late 19th century oil on canvas painting of an older gentleman with two young ladies
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Early 19th Century, Georgian Portrait Painting, Oil on Board, C.1820s
Located in London, GB
For sale a charming European late 18th, early 19th Century Georgian/Regency era oil on board
Category
Antique Early 18th Century European Biedermeier Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Wood, Giltwood
$842 Sale Price
35% Off
Old Masters European Antique Oval Portrait of a Woman
By (After) Peter Paul Rubens
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
Beautiful portrait of a young woman in the manner of Peter Paul Rubens.
Oil on oval canvas
Category
Early 19th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Antique Italian Oil Painting of Musketeers in an Interior by Novelli
Located in Tarzana, CA
This amusing Italian genre oil painting on canvas by Novelli depicts a gallant courtship that
Category
Antique 19th Century European Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Eastern European Mannerist Portrait in traditional dress 19th/18thC
Located in Hillsborough, NC
Eastern European young woman in traditional dress with silver lacings and jewelry holding an open
Category
17th Century Mannerist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,595 Sale Price
44% Off
Georgian Contemporary Art by Gela Keidia - Window to Europe
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Framed, 78 x 98 x 4 cm, black plastic frame
Gela Keidia is a Georgian artist born in
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
A German School oil painting of a countryside strawberry harvest, 19th century.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A German School oil painting on canvas depicting a lush green countryside landscape with several
Category
Antique 1870s European Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Very Large Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas from the 19th Century
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Very large oil on canvas painting, blue sky with white clouds above scenic landscape, showing two
Category
Antique Early 19th Century European Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Small Antique Continental School Painting, Framed, Oil on Canvas, Art, C.1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique Continental School painting. A framed oil on canvas European landscape
Category
Early 20th Century European Other Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Norwegian Fjord Landscape, 19th century European School - signed indistinctly
Located in Blackwater, GB
European School view of a Norwegian Fjord, oil on canvas signed indistinctly. Excellent quality and
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Large Vintage Venetian Painting, Continental School, Oil on Canvas, Venice, 1980
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large vintage Venetian painting. A Continental, oil on canvas study of Venice, dating to
Category
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
18th century Louis XVI st. Oil on Canvas and Giltwood Grisaille painting
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A charming and most decorative Continental 18th century Louis XVI st. Oil on Canvas and Giltwood
Category
Antique 18th Century European Louis XVI Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood, Paint
Vintage Venetian Canal Painting, Continental School, Oil on Canvas, Venice, Art
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage Venetian canal painting. A Continental school, oil on canvas study of Venice
Category
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
Beautiful Signed Oil on Board Early 1900s Era Painting of Young Woman
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This charming signed oil on board painting from the early 1900s captures a timeless moment of quiet
Category
Vintage 1930s European Neoclassical Revival Paintings
Materials
Fruitwood
$1,036 Sale Price
20% Off
Original Antique 19th Century Oil Painting Portrait of an Aristocratic Lady
Located in Lambertville, NJ
quiet gaze wearing embroidered trim dress with white laced collar. The oil painting has been cleaned, re
Category
Antique 1830s European William IV Paintings
Materials
Giltwood, Canvas
Continental Oil Painting of Two Dogs in Courtyard, circa 1900 - Gilt Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
A charming Continental oil painting of two dogs, likely dating to the turn of the 20th century
Category
Early 20th Century European Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
“Village Street” by Mary Nicholena MacCord, American Impressionist European Town
By Mary Nicholena MacCord
Located in Yardley, PA
A wonderful view of a charming European town. This work captures the quiet intimacy of a cobbled
Category
Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
17th Century Oil Painting Adoration of the magi, follower of Gerard Seghers
By Peter Paul Rubens
Located in Pasadena, CA
Large size masterfully painted 17th century oil panting depicting the adoration of the magi
Category
Antique 17th Century European Other Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Mediterranean Cottages with Red Roof Tiles in Rural European Countryside
Located in Preston, GB
measures 7 x 4 inches
Frame measures 13.5 x 10.5 inches
Impressionistic painting using oil on paper
Category
Early 2000s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
Oil Painting Lady with Insect by Jean-Pierre Clement "Nocturn" French Artist
By Jean-Pierre Clement
Located in Toledo, OH
Framed oil painting on board of young lady with insect by French artist Jean-Pierre Clement
Category
20th Century European Modern Paintings
Materials
Wood
"Violet Madame" Portrait Oil Painting by A. Nichols, Mid 20th Century.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This full length portrait of "Violet Madame" depicts a lady seated in a chair, wearing a floral embellished hat and violet dress, signed lower left "A. Nichols". Unframed.
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Jordi Mollá Signed and Dated Painting over Classical Oil on Canvas with Frame
By Jordi Molla
Located in Marbella, ES
Jordi Mollá signed and dated painting, carried out over classical oil on canvas with frame.
Category
2010s European Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Jordi Mollá Signed and Dated Painting over Classical Oil on Canvas with Frame
By Jordi Molla
Located in Marbella, ES
Jordi Mollá signed and dated painting, carried out over classical oil on canvas with frame
Category
2010s European Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Jordi Mollá Signed and Dated Painting over Classical Oil on Canvas with Frame
By Jordi Molla
Located in Marbella, ES
Jordi Mollá signed and dated painting, carried out over classical oil on canvas with frame
Category
2010s European Paintings
Materials
Canvas
19th Century European Country House Walled Garden Scene, Gardener and Vegetables
By Continental School
Located in Yardley, PA
is oil on canvas and appears to be unsigned. It is housed in a later gilt frame.
Size:
25.75 inches
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Exclusive antique original large Danish oil on canvas portrait painting of woman
Located in Ebberup, DK
This is an original oil on canvas painting from Denmark estimated to be from the early 20th century
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Paint
Early 19th Century European Oil on Board Portrait of a Woman with Tired Feet
Located in Chicago, IL
This charming oil on mahogany board depicts a portrait of a young woman in typical early 19th
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Early Victorian Paintings
Materials
Mahogany, Paint
Antique Folk Art Portrait Depicting Romantic Scene, Original Oil Painting 19th C
Located in Bristol, GB
ANTIQUE ORIGINAL OIL ON CANVAS PAINTING DEPICTING A RURAL SCENE
Depicting one of the most
Category
Antique 19th Century European Romantic Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Giltwood, Paint
The Vanguard Series Nr. XIX: A Collection of Postwar European Abstractions
Located in London, GB
"The Vanguard Series Nr. XIX: A Collection of Postwar European Abstractions", oil on board, by
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
19th Century Cityscape Oil Painting in Giltwood Frame, Signed St. Aubin
Located in Dallas, TX
Our captivating and large oil painting in a giltwood frame (49.5 inches) is a snapshot of life in
Category
Antique 19th Century European Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Giltwood, Paint
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European Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of European oil paintings available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, canvas and wood, all European oil paintings available were constructed with great care. European oil paintings have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Victorian European oil paintings are consistently popular styles. European oil paintings have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Jordi Molla, Max Ernest Clart and Hermine David are consistently popular.
How Much are European Oil Paintings?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,192, while they’re typically $225 on the low end and $89,600 highest priced.
Questions About European Oil Paintings
- 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.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
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