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Nine of Swords, Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, victory, fantasy, magic, snake, journey, animal, oilpaint, surrealism, fantasy, animals, surrealism, oil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist More Art
Materials
Oil
Ten of Swords, Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, surrealism, fantasy, pattern, fantasy, animals, surrealism, oil painting, yellowTen of Swords
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist More Art
Materials
Oil
Eight of Pentacles, Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, animals, surrealism, oil painting, greenEight of PentaclesRachel SrinivasanOil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist More Art
Materials
Oil
Seven of Pentacles, Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, divination, wealth, pentacles, growth, abundance, coin, horse, fantasy, animals, surrealism, oil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist More Art
Materials
Oil
Five of Swords, Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, surrealism, oil painting, yellowFive of SwordsRachel SrinivasanOil painting on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist More Art
Materials
Oil
Sea Horse Bunnies, Oil Painting
By Kat Silver
Located in San Francisco, CA
>Words that describe this painting: fantasy, dream, dreamy, imaginative, surreal, ocean, sea
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist More Art
Materials
Oil
Bunny Seahorse Couple, Oil Painting
By Kat Silver
Located in San Francisco, CA
, surrealism, oil painting, blueBunny Seahorse CoupleKat SilverOil painting on cradled
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist More Art
Materials
Oil
Six of Swords, Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, surrealism, oilpaint, fantasy, people, figurative, fantasy, people, surrealism, oil painting, beige
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist More Art
Materials
Oil
Ace of Swords, Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, handles, luck, surrealism, fantasy, figure, people, fantasy, people, surrealism, oil painting, beige
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist More Art
Materials
Oil
Four of Swords, Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, fantasy, surrealism, oil painting, beigeFour of SwordsRachel SrinivasanOil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist More Art
Materials
Oil
The Sun Tarot, Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, equine, fantasy, representational, primitive, oil painting, yellowThe Sun TarotRachel
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art More Art
Materials
Oil
Lurking in the Waters, Oil Painting
By Kat Silver
Located in San Francisco, CA
, bird, egret, whimsical, fantasy, animals, houses, rabbits, oilpaint, fantasy, animals, surrealism, oil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist More Art
Materials
Oil
Eight of Swords II, Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, mythology, animal, creature, swords, oilpaint, fantasy, fantasy, animals, surrealism, oil painting, green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist More Art
Materials
Oil
Cuddly Bison: Two of Swords, Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, Halloween, festive, buffalo, swords, contemporary, surreal, fantasy, fantasy, animals, surrealism, oil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist More Art
Materials
Oil
Fantasy, Abstract Original Oil Painting, Contemporary Art One of a kind
By Norayr Gevorgyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
ARTIST: Norayr Gevorgyan
WORK: Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Medium: Oil on Cardboard
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board, Cardboard
Apocalypse Party, Figurative Oil Painting, Fantasy, Nude, Signed
Located in New York, NY
“Apocalypse Party” features an oil on panel painting of a number of figures posing both nude and
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Apocalypse morning, Figurative Oil painting, Fantasy, Nude, Signed
Located in New York, NY
“Apocalypse Morning” features an oil on panel of two women lounging in the nude. In the background
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Joseph Amarotico, "Architectural Fantasies", Oil on Canvas, 1981
By Joseph Amarotico
Located in Doylestown, PA
"Architectural Fantasies" by Joseph Amarotico is a 34" x 44" oil on canvas abstract / architectural
Category
20th Century Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Inner Fantasy
By Mark Kostabi
Located in Greenwich, CT
"Inner Fantasy" is an oil on canvas created by Mark Kostabi. The image size is 23.75" x 17.75". The
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Her Fantasy
By Ben Weiner
Located in Los Angeles Area, CA
Materials
Oil, Canvas
$30,000
"Water Fantasy"
By Lynn Letourneau
Located in New York, NY
Water Fantasy, a contemporary painting , invites you into a fantasy water world. I could paint
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Autumn Fantasy
By Sally Michel-Avery
Located in New York, NY
Sally Michel painted alongside her husband Milton Avery over the nearly forty years of their marriage. Sally Michel supported her family through lean years of the Depression and war...
Category
1950s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Exotic/Fantasy Sealife Oil Painting on Board Signed R. Mendes FR
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sealife Oil Painting On Board Signed R.Mendes FR
Category
Vintage 1940s French Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Wood
"Purple and Pink Fantasy Griffin with Golden Wings” Seth Chwast Oil, 48"x48"
Located in Cleveland, OH
Seth Chwast
"Purple and Pink Fantasy Griffin with Golden Wings”
Oil on Canvas
48” x 48”
$1850
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
" Fantasy Hippocampus sitting on the Ocean Floor " Oil and Acrylic w Gold paint
Located in Cleveland, OH
Seth Chwast
Fantasy hippocampus sitting on the Ocean Floor
Oil and Acrylic on canvas, 48” x 36”
02
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Spring Fantasy (Green, Purple, Gray, Pastel, Abstract Expressionist Painting)
By Jill S. Krutick
Located in Miami, FL
both oils and acrylics on canvas. She is known for her series of paintings, which communicate through
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Drawings a...
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
A Childhood Fantasy. Adventurous journey With Goldfish and Panda
By Li Geng Min
Located in Kuala Lumpur, MY
Childhood memories #3 儿时的记忆#3
Li Geng Min’s paintings present us a fantasy world on canvas. In
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
A Childhood Fantasy. Exploring Dream&Adventurous Journey With Goldfish
Panda
By Li Geng Min
Located in Kuala Lumpur, MY
Childhood memories #2 儿时的记忆#2
Li Geng Min’s paintings present us a fantasy world on canvas. In
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Naturalistic Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Fantasy of Castle No.7 - Contemporary art, Geometric, Abstract
Located in Coquitlam, BC
dyeing cause every painting to be accompanied by uncertainty! "Unintentional birth of intentional
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Fantasy of Castle No.2 - Contemporary art, Geometric, Abstract
Located in Coquitlam, BC
dyeing cause every painting to be accompanied by uncertainty! "Unintentional birth of intentional
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
A Childhood Fantasy. Panda Swimming With Goldfish in Exploring The World
By Li Geng Min
Located in Kuala Lumpur, MY
Childhood memories #1 儿时的记忆#1
Li Geng Min’s paintings present us a fantasy world on canvas. In
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Naturalistic Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mid Century Surreal Modernist Fantasy Animal Composition Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Mid century modernist fantasy surreal composition. Oil on canvas, circa 1960. Unsigned. Unframed
Category
1970s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Tropical fantasy #8 - Landscape Painting - Oil Paint By Marc Zimmerman
Located in Carmel, CA
realm.
Tropical fantasy #8 - Landscape Painting - Oil Paint By Marc Zimmerman
This masterpiece is
Category
2010s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Fantasy bouquet" ("Bouquet fantastique"), Red Black Blue Squared Oil Painting
Located in Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
in horticulture, Chicorée spent years painting lovely bouquets before moving to abstraction. Half
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Tactile Fantasy Surreal Erotic Nude Composition Signed Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage signed surreal nude painting. Oil on board. Framed. Image size, 12L x 8H. Signed.
Category
1980s Surrealist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1960
s British Surrealist Oil Painting -
Floral Shapes
Fantasy Abstract
By Elvic Steele
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Stunning original oil painting by Elvic Steele depicting this surrealist fantasy abstract painting
Category
Mid-20th Century Surrealist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Fantasy Puzzle Oil Painting by M.Scheier
Located in Pasadena, CA
An otherworldly, fantastical piece encapsulating brightly colored puzzle pieces within a thick wood frame and covered with heavy plexi-glass. Signed M. Scheier.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Plexiglass, Wood, Paint
Tropical Fantasy Floral #18 - Landscape Painting - Oil Paint By Marc Zimmerman
Located in Carmel, CA
of work; “Tropical Fantasy Floral “
Keywords: Nature, Landscape Paintings, Oil On Canvas, Oil
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Tropical Fantasy #12 - Interior Painting - Oil On Canvas By Marc Zimmerman
By Marc Zimmerman
Located in Carmel, CA
.
Tropical Fantasy #12 - Interior Painting - Oil On Canvas By Marc Zimmerman
The painting comes with a
Category
2010s American Modern Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
1960
s British Surrealist Oil Painting -
Orange Flower Heads
Fantasy Abstract
By Elvic Steele
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Stunning original oil painting by Elvic Steele depicting this surrealist fantasy abstract painting
Category
Mid-20th Century Surrealist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Fantasy
By Harout Aghajanian
Located in Granada Hills, CA
ARTIST: Harout Aghajanian
WORK: Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Medium: Oil on Canvas
YEAR
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Fantasy
By Norayr Gevorgyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
ARTIST: Hayk Gasparyan
ARTIST: Norayr Gevorgyan
WORK: Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Medium
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board, Cardboard
Fantasy
By Harout Aghajanian
Located in Granada Hills, CA
ARTIST: Harout Aghajanian
WORK: Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Medium: Oil on Canvas
YEAR
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Dystopian Sci-Fi Fantasy Landscape, Contemporary Original Oil Painting
Located in Bristol, GB
ORIGINAL OIL ON CANVAS PAINTING
‘A New Beginning out of Devastation’ 2014 by Chris Hudson
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
"Untitled" (Pearl Purple Fantasy) Oil and Mixed Media Painting on Wood Panel
By Hunt Slonem
Located in New York, NY
, Slonem's paintings encompass unique inspirations drawn from the world. While viewing this piece in person
Category
2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel, Resin
Fantasy
By Rafael Fernández
Located in Los Angeles, CA
RAFA FERNANDEZ
"FANTACY"
OIL ON PANEL, SIGNED
COSTA RICA, DATED 1970
22.5 X 29 INCHES
Category
1970s Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Large Abstract Oil on Canvas "Strawberry Fantasy" by Tran Gordley
By Tran Gordley
Located in Houston, TX
Colorful abstract oil painting by Tran Gordley. Painting is titled "Strawberry Fantasy"
Category
1980s Paintings
Materials
Oil
Iceberg Fantasy # 14
Located in Bloomfield, ON
Framed
Materials
Oil, Canvas
$27,000
Lauren Briere Industrial Bot Signed Contemporary Fantasy Sci-Fi Oil Painting
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A contemporary fantasy sci-fi acrylic oil painting on panel titled “Industrial Bot” by Lauren
Category
2010s American Industrial Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Floral fantasy
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I wanted to capture the ethereal beauty and transcendence of nature meshed
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Linen
Palette Fantasy
By Joseph P. Porter
Located in Soquel, CA
Oil on canvas painting titled "Palette Fantasy" by Joseph P. Porter (American, b. 1902
Category
1960s Abstract Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
FANTASY WORLD
By Angel Rivas
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
A fantasy world to immerse yourself in. It is inspired by great masters of painting such as
Category
2010s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
FANTASY WORLD
By Angel Rivas
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
A fantasy world to immerse yourself in. It is inspired by great masters of painting such as
Category
2010s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
FANTASY WORLD
By Angel Rivas
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
A fantasy world to immerse yourself in. It is inspired by great masters of painting such as
Category
2010s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
Leia Fantasy
By Michael Carson
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
surroundings help me create a mood or a story that I am trying to relay through my painting. Inspiration comes
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
FANTASY WORLD
By Angel Rivas
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Acrylic painting on canvas
Shipped roll in a tube.
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
ABSTRACT FANTASY
By Angel Rivas
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Acrylic painting on canvas
Shipped roll in a tube.
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
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Surely you’ll find the exact fantasy oil painting you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. In our selection of items, you can find Abstract examples as well as a Contemporary version. Finding the perfect fantasy 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. Adding a fantasy oil painting to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — find a piece on 1stDibs that incorporates elements of brown, gray, black, beige and more. Creating a fantasy oil painting has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Shamona Stokes, Harry Moody, Norayr Gevorgyan, Alexis Portilla and Elvic Steele are consistently popular. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paint, oil paint and canvas.
How Much is a Fantasy Oil Painting?
The price for a fantasy oil painting in our collection starts at $175 and tops out at $63,000 with the average selling for $2,150.
Finding the Right Paintings for You
Painting is an art form that has spanned innumerable cultures, with artists using the medium to tell stories, explore and communicate ideas and express themselves. To bring abstract paintings, landscape paintings, still-life paintings and other original paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.
When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.
Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs.
Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.
No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel.
Download the 1stDibs app, which includes a handy “View on Wall” feature that allows you to see how a particular artwork will look on a particular wall, and read about how to arrange wall art. And if you’re searching for the perfect palette for your interior design project, what better place to turn than to the art world’s masters of color?
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Questions About Fantasy Oil Painting
- 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. - 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.
- 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. - 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
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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.