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Vibrant New York City Times Square, Figural Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
By Simon Gaon
Located in Surfside, FL
impasto oil painting. with a lot of texture and color. This is a nighttime scene of Midtown Manhattan
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"City Boy" American Folk Painting Portrait Figural Contemporary Modern Oil Green
By Charlotte Andry Gibbs
Located in Wellesley, MA
accomplished and trained artist, reveals her love of folk art and naive painting in these beautifully painted
Category
2010s Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Figure in Gray, Abstract Oil Painting on Burlap by Benjamin Benno
By Benjamin G. Benno
Located in Long Island City, NY
Gray Area
Benjamin Benno, American (1901–1980)
Date: circa 1960
Oil on Burlap, signed
Size: 18 x 15
Category
1960s Surrealist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Burlap, Oil
"Riding Up Notting Hill" Figure Riding Bike Impressionistic Oil Painting Canvas
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
This painting depicts an impressionistic street scene of a man with hat riding up Notting Hill. The
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Stepping Out - Central Park" Figure Wearing Chanel Oil Painting on Canvas
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
of painting began at the age of 18 when she was on Thanksgiving break from college. She painted a 9
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
20th Century French Post-Impressionist Oil Painting Figure Walking through Field
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
'Aude'
by Georges Bousquait, French 20th century
signed oil on canvas, unframed
board: 9 x 11
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Young Andy" Figure of Andy Warhol NYC Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
Portrait of Young Andy Warhol.
Painted oil on heavyweight paper, signed and dated verso.
Art
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
Figure Ploughing the Orange Harvest Field Led By Horses French Oil Painting
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Ploughman & His Horses
by Fanch Lel
Size: 13 x 16 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$466 Sale Price
35% Off
"Parisian Mornings" Figure Chanel Gown Haute Couture Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
colors. Painted oil on heavyweight paper, signed and dated verso.
Art measures 14 x 11 inches
Inspired
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Archival Paper
"Sophia" Figure with Gown French Haute Couture Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
. Painted oil, acrylic, and mixed media on heavyweight paper, signed and dated verso.
Art measures 14 x 11
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
"Stepping Out" Figure wearing Chanel in London Oil Painting on Canvas
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
.
Painted oil on heavyweight paper, signed and dated verso.
Art measures 20 x 16 in
Having built a diverse
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1960s Abstracted Figural Triptych
The Dance of Salome
Vibrant Oil Painting
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
"The Dance of Salome" is a striking 1960s Triptych painting by Edward Marecak, capturing the iconic
Category
1960s Folk Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Valentina" Figure with Gown French Haute Couture Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
.
Painted oil on heavyweight paper, signed and dated verso.
Art measures 14 x 11 in
Having built a diverse
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
"Amalie" Figure with Gown French Haute Couture Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
.
Painted oil on heavyweight paper, signed and dated verso.
Art measures 14 x 11 in
Having built a diverse
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Figure Rowing Along a Tranquil River
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Figure Rowing Along a Tranquil River
By Fanch Lel
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Watering Flowers" Impressionistic Oil on Board Painting of Figure in Garden
By Kristina Nemethy
Located in New York, NY
with; creating paintings that are modern, elegant, sophisticated, and most of all express her love for
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Figure with Fan, Cubist Oil on Board Painting by John F. Leonard
Located in Long Island City, NY
Figure with Fan (1) by John F. Leonard, American (1921–1987)
Date: circa 1970
Oil on Board
Size
Category
1970s Cubist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
"Parisian Iridescence" Abstract Figure Gown Haute Couture Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
piece is signed lower left and it is painted oil, mixed media and acrylic on heavyweight paper. And is
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil, Acrylic
"The Rose Garden" Mid Century Oil Painting on Canvas Abstract Landscape
Figure
By Robert Freiman
Located in New York, NY
depicted with thick use of paint and complex movement and color placement. A strong modernist oil painting
Category
1950s Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Laundry" Post-Impressionism French Oil Painting Interior Scene Figure on Board
By Jacques Zucker
Located in New York, NY
notably famous Jewish American artist mostly known for his expressionist figure paintings. In his young
Category
1960s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
"Gabriella" Abstract Figure with Gown French Haute Couture Oil Painting Canvas
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
.
Painted oil on canvas, signed and dated verso.
Art measures 40 x 30 inches
Having built a diverse body
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Abstract Contemporary French Oil Painting - Portrait of a Figure in Blue, signed
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
figure
Medium: oil painting on canvas, unframed, signed
Size:
canvas: 29.5 x 14.5 inches
Provenance
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
36 Years - Original Oil Painting, Solitary Male Figure Smoking in a Chair
By Peter Lupkin
Located in Chicago, IL
This painting confronts the art world's prejudice towards age. The book on the table is a copy of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Thinking of Paris" Impressionist Figure of Pensive Woman Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
controlled movement. This piece demonstrates a whimsical expression of femininity and formality of a figure
Category
2010s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Archival Paper
"Stepping Out - Soho" NYC Impressionist Figure in Gucci Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
exterior scene in Soho with a figure wearing Gucci. This piece captures a moment with a stunning display
Category
2010s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Archival Paper
"Vogue, Vespa, Flowers" Figure with Chanel NYC Oil Painting on Canvas
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
ranging from portraits to abstract paintings of the universe, today Cindy's works exhibit a more
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
"Nelly" Contemporary Impressionist Figure Painting
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Nelly" is an beautiful oil painted from life in her studio in Provence by Maria Bertran. This
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th-Century French Oil Painting Country Road with Horse-Drawn Cart
Figure
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
oil painting captures the quiet charm of rural life along a winding country road. The composition
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
$2,676 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Mythological Classical Oil Painting Winged Angels with Naked Figure in Sky
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Winged Angels
European artist, late 20th century
(possibly a copy after an earlier painting)
oil on
Category
20th Century Baroque Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,092 Sale Price
20% Off
Figure in the shadow - Oil Painting on Canvas by N. Gattamelata -1968
By Nazareno Gattamenata
Located in Roma, IT
Figure in the shadow is an original modern artwork realized by N. Gattamelata in 1968.
Mixed
Category
1960s Modern Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Black Red Figure no. 2 - Scottish 1957 Abstract Expressionist art oil painting
By William Gear
Located in Hagley, England
This superb Abstract Expressionist Scottish oil painting is by noted artist William Gear. It was
Category
1950s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$13,110 Sale Price
20% Off
Figure with Hands Raised, Cubist Oil on Board Painting by John F. Leonard
Located in Long Island City, NY
Figure with Hands Raised (33)
John F. Leonard
American (1921–1987)
Date: circa 1965
Oil on Board
Category
1960s Cubist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
French Oil Painting Two Brown Horses Pulling A Figure Through Green Field
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: Leon Hatot (French 1883-1953)
Title: Impressionist oil painting
Medium: oil
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$786 Sale Price
20% Off
Ariadne Oil Painting on Linen Canvas Portrait Girl Woman Figure In Stock
Located in Utrecht, NL
Ariadne Oil Painting on Linen Canvas Portrait Girl Woman Figure In Stock
Kalvis Zuters, (1969
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Outdoor Summer Scene" Figure w Pet Dog Post-Impressionist Oil Painting Framed
By Jacques Zucker
Located in New York, NY
A charming oil painting depicting an exterior summer scene of an elegant woman crossing her legs
Category
20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Golden Sail 12, Study (Sepia Toned Oil Painting of Sailing Ship and Figure)
By Robert Goldstrom
Located in Hudson, NY
Golden Sail 12, Study (Sepia Toned Oil Painting of Sailing Ship and Figure) by Robert Goldstrom
10
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Golden Sail 13, Study (Sepia Toned Oil Painting of Sailing Ship and Figure)
By Robert Goldstrom
Located in Hudson, NY
Golden Sail 13, Study (Sepia Toned Oil Painting of Sailing Ship and Figure) by Robert Goldstrom
10
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Golden Angel 1, Study (Sepia Toned Oil Painting of Sailing Ship and Figure)
By Robert Goldstrom
Located in Hudson, NY
Golden Angel 1, Study (Sepia Toned Oil Painting of Sailing Ship and Figure) by Robert Goldstrom
10
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Timeless Chanel" Figure Gown Haute Couture Gold
Silver Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
is a unique work painted with oil and mixed media on heavyweight paper, is signed by the artist lower
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Oil, Archival Paper
Huge Modernist Surrealist Oil Painting Nude Figure
Head Portrait All that Jazz
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
painting depicting these surrealist figures in an expressionist form.
Medium: oil painting on board, with
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,911 Sale Price
20% Off
Mythological Bull and Female Figure Framed Oil Painting. The Rape of Europe One
By Sula Repani
Located in FISTERRA, ES
figure riding a bull across a Mediterranean sea of blue.
This oil on canvas painting belongs to the
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"You Are Not Alone Anymore" - Oil Painting Featuring an Astronaut
Nude Figure
By Andreas Claussen
Located in Denver, CO
In "You Are Not Alone Anymore," Andreas Claussen's oil on canvas from 2023, measuring 35.43 x 47.24
Category
2010s Surrealist Nude Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Early 1800
s English Oil Painting Figure in Rural Woodland Landscape, original
By circle of John Constable
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Woodland Path
Medium: oil on canvas, framed, unsigned
Size: 12 x 22 inches
Picture: 9 x 18 inches
Category
Early 19th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$3,714 Sale Price
20% Off
SWEDISH MID 20TH CENTURY HUGE OIL PAINTING - FIGURE DRINKING AT BISTRO TABLE
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
: oil painting on canvas, framed
Size: framed: 35.5 x 45 inches
painting: 29.5 x 39.5
Category
20th Century Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
French Signed Oil on Canvas Painting Figure Walking by River Green Cityscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Medium: signed oil painting on canvas, framed.
framed: 23 x 29 inches
canvas: 19.75 x 25.75 inches
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,966 Sale Price
85% Off
Early 1800
s Italian Oil Painting Romantic Light Landscape Figure by River
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Riverside Pathway
Italian School, early 1800's period
oil painting on paper laid on board
Category
Early 19th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,311 Sale Price
20% Off
1970’s French Surrealist Signed Oil Painting - Pink Red Abstract Pierrot Figure
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Tristan Fabris 1970's French Surrealist artist
Abstract Surrealist Figurative study
oil on canvas
Category
1970s Surrealist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$2,185 Sale Price
20% Off
Serene Seago Landscape Oil Painting of Reclining Figure Reading by a Riverbank
By Edward Seago
Located in London, GB
Edward SEAGO (1910-1974, British)
Seated Figure Reading by a River
Oil on canvas
Stamped signature
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Blushing in Monique Lhuillier" Figure in Large Gown Oil Painting on Board
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
, Emma Roberts, Lily Collins, Ashley Park, Catherine Deneuve and John Malkovich.
Her love of painting
Category
2010s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Princess in Paris" Figure in Chanel Gown French Haute Couture Oil Painting
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
magnificent colors. This piece is signed by the artist lower left and on verso. Painted oil on canvas and it
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Paris in Spring" Figure in Chanel Gown Haute Couture Colorful Oil Painting
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
. Painted oil on heavy weight paper, signed and dated verso.
Art measures 14 x 11 inches
Inspired by
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Oil, Archival Paper
Modern French Oil Painting Nude Figure in Black Robe Smoking by a Window
By Bernadette Kelly
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Modern French Oil Painting Nude Figure in Black Robe Smoking by a Window
by Bernadette Kelly
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
$540 Sale Price
20% Off
"Girl with Blue Balloons" Parisian Figure w Dog Haute Couture Oil Painting
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
Spanish means “Globos” and The "Girl with Balloons" is a staple figure which represents unity and the
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1960
s British Original Impressionist Oil Painting Figure On Chair in Green
By Beryl Darton
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist: Beryl Darton (British circa 1960's) signed
Period: mid 20th century/ 1960's
Medium: oil
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Beyond Childhood, Figure, Contemporary Art, Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Located in Granada Hills, CA
)
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Hand painted, original, one of a kind,
He swims in the still blue water, his joy
Category
2010s Photorealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Figure - Oil Paint - mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Painting and embossing on cement panel realized in the mid-20th Century.
Good condition, with
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oval Antique British Oil Painting Village Lane Cottage with Figure Gilt Frame
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Village Lane
British artist, early 20th century
oil on board, framed
framed: 7 x 8.5 inches
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
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Figural Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of figural oil paintings available on 1stDibs. Browse a selection of Abstract, Impressionist or Post-Impressionist versions of these works for sale today — there are 333 Abstract, 249 Impressionist, 248 Contemporary, 105 Modern and 75 Post-Impressionist examples available. These items have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add figural oil paintings that pop against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of gray, brown, black, blue and more. Cindy Shaoul, Henri Duhem, Maria Bertran, Marie Duhem and Geri Eubanks took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in paint, oil paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home. Not every interior allows for large iterations of these items, so small figural oil paintings measuring 2 inches across are available.
How Much are Figural Oil Paintings?
Prices for pieces in our collection of figural oil paintings start at $1 and top out at $275,000 with the average selling for $2,506.
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 Figural Oil Paintings
- 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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