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Colorful Mixed Media Koi Fish
By David P. H. Wong
Located in Houston, TX
Chinese koi fish printed as a digital print than hand painted with oils. The artist is known for
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Digital
Vintage Modernist Pop Art Abstract Fish Still Life Painting by Alexandra Merker
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage abstract still life of fish by Alexandra Merker. Oil on board, circa 1950. Signed
Category
1950s Modern Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Little Boy with a Fish
By Frances E. Parker
Located in Pasadena, CA
Painting.
Frances E. Parker
Born in Montana in 1887. Parker graduated from USC in 1909 and continued her
Category
1960s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
French Oil on Canvas with Fish, Signed and Dated 1913
Located in Nashville, TN
French oil on canvas with fish, signed and dated 1913. Inscription on the reverse.
Category
Vintage 1910s Paintings
Still life of fish
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Flemish school, 17th Century
‘Still life of fish’
oil on canvas
11 x 38in. (excluding frame)
17.5/8
Category
Early 18th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,095
Joseph Vickers Deville (1856-1925) - Late 19th Century Oil, Still Life of Fish
Located in Corsham, GB
A fine still life study of fish, lobster and kitchenware wonderfully displays Deville's skilful use
Category
Late 19th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Coral Reef with Fish Underwater Art
Located in Zofingen, AG
stunning oil painting on canvas by artist Olga Nikitina captures the beauty and vibrancy of a tropical
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Oil on Canvas of Gold Fish Swimming in Pond (signed)
Located in North Miami, FL
Signed oil painting by Gonzalo Ariza, Colombia 1940's
Category
Vintage 1940s Colombian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Adrien Dupagne (1889-1980) - 1940 Oil, Still Life of Fish, Citrus and Greens
By Adrien Dupagne
Located in Corsham, GB
This vibrant still life captures fish, citrus fruits, leafy greens and earthenware on a white table
Category
Mid-20th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Bertrand Py (1895-1973) - Framed Oil, Still Life with Three Apples
a Fish
Located in Corsham, GB
Still life scene in oil. Presented in a moulded pale green frame. Unsigned. On canvas laid to board
Category
Mid-20th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Man That Fished Too Long
By Miles Cleveland Goodwin
Located in Dallas, TX
Working in his open-air studio, Miles Cleveland Goodwin is deeply in touch with the rural landscape. Goodwin’s ruminative portrayals, full of earthy metaphor and soulful intuition, e...
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Early 20th century oil on board cubist still life with guitar and fishes
By Louis Marcoussis
Located in Oostende, BE
in the cafes of Montmartre and Montparnasse.
Impressionism influenced his early paintings, but from
Category
Early 20th Century Cubist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
Early 20th century oil on board cubist still life with guitar and fishes
By Louis Marcoussis
Located in Oostende, BE
in the cafes of Montmartre and Montparnasse.
Impressionism influenced his early paintings, but from
Category
Early 20th Century Cubist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
A Little Fish in the Dark
By Olympio
Located in East Hampton, NY
This mixed media painting by listed artist Olympio instantly recalls the spirit of works by
Category
16th Century Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Fish - Paint by Sirio Pellegrini - 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on wooden panel realized by Sirio Pellegrini in 1960s.
Sirio Pellegrini, born in Rome on March
Category
1960s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Fishes - Paint by Sirio Pellegrini - 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on wooden panel realized by Sirio Pellegrini in 1960s.
Sirio Pellegrini, born in Rome on March
Category
1960s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Hooked On A Fish With A White
By Linda Ridd Herzog
Located in Napa, CA
and nature around her that she painted her first oil painting at the age of nine and never looked back
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Koi Triptych" - Brightly Colored Koi Fish Underwater - red/orange/yellow/blue
By Linda Holt
Located in Wellesley, MA
:
Linda Holt
"Koi Triptych"
Oil on Canvas
30 x 90 Inches
Holt's paintings are sold unframed and framing
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Dawn on Fish Beach, Monhegan Island, Maine
By Peter Sculthorpe
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Renowned landscape painter from Chester County, PA.
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Serge Carre, French artist. Oil on canvas. Surrealistic arrangement with a fish
Located in København, Copenhagen
Serge Carre, French artist, oil on canvas.
Surrealistic arrangement with a fish skeleton.
Title
Category
Vintage 1980s French Paintings
Materials
Canvas
19th Century Spanish Bodegon with Fish and Alcora Ceramic Oil on Carton
Located in Marbella, ES
19th Century Spanish framed bodegon with fish and alcora ceramic still life oil on carton
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Paintings
Materials
Wood
Eugene Galien-Laloue, Unloading Fish, Sunrise, Dieppe
By Eugene Galien-Laloue
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This beautiful early 20th-century oil painting by French artist Eugène Galien-Laloue (1854-1941
Category
1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
19th Century French Oil on Canvas, "Fish Friday" by Charles Edouart Delort
By Charles Edouard Edmond Delort
Located in Dallas, TX
”) Delort, this vibrant oil on canvas painting depicts a large silver fish being presented to a Catholic
Category
Antique 19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Giltwood, Paint
Trip Park, "Emo Fishies", Whimsical Aquatic Oil Painting on Canvas, 2020
By Trip Park
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
doing (and doing and doing).
Tags: Fish, Colorful, Whimsical, Oil Painting, Canvas, Water
Category
2010s Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Fishs Eddy Small Jewel Cool"
By Eve Plumb
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
painting steadily for the last 20 years.
"Painting is a creative outlet for me when I'm not acting. It
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Fishs Eddy Small Jewel Warm"
By Eve Plumb
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
painting steadily for the last 20 years.
"Painting is a creative outlet for me when I'm not acting. It
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pedro Quetglas “Xam”, Still-Life with Red Fish, Oil on Burlap, Signed
By Pedro Quetglas “Xam”
Located in Astoria, NY
An Expressionist oil on burlap, depicting a still-life with red fish by artist Pedro Quetglas “Xam
Category
Vintage 1960s European Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Burlap, Wood
Spanish Contemporary Art by Leticia de Prado - Fish
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas infused with rhinestones & silk mixed media
Leticia de Prado is a Spanish artist
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Still life with fishes and shell
Located in Milan, IT
Oil on canvas. With reference to the painting style (the intense realism expressed by shapes and
Category
Late 17th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil On Canvas By Giuseppe Martinelli (1930-2016) - Fish On The Beach, 1957
Located in London, GB
A large oil on canvas by Italian artist Giuseppe Martinelli (1930-2016) titled "Fish On The Beach
Category
Vintage 1950s Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Mid Century Modern, American School, Abstract Still Life with Fish
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist abstract still life with fish. Oil on canvas, circa 1959. Signed illegibly. Unframed.
Category
1950s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
English Impressionist view of Men salting fish in Normandy France
By Charles Bertie Hall
Located in Woodbury, CT
English Impressionist painter, view in oils of Men salting fish in Normandy, France.
Whilst
Category
1990s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
The last Headline...? - Statement Bold Ocean Sea Sealife Fish Sharks
By Karnish Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
... ?
So long... and thanks for all the fish!""
Douglas Adams.
With acrylics, pencil and oil, Karnish
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Pastel, Oil, Acrylic
Marine Diversity Diptych, Abstract Colourful Fish Patterns, Vivid Tones Gestures
Located in Barcelona, ES
series of artworks are: Mediterranean-inspired art, abstract sea paintings, oceanic abstraction, marine
Category
2010s Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Watercolor, Oil
Koi Fish and the Swift Current of the Golden River
Located in Zofingen, AG
painting from many layers using acrylics, oil paints and oil pastels.
The interplay of the tenderness of
Category
2010s Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Still Life of Frechwater Fish and a Frog
By Isaac Van Duynen
Located in London, GB
Isaac van Duynen (1628 – ca. 1680) was a Dutch Golden Age still life painter.
Signed
Oil on canvas
Category
17th Century Old Masters Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life with Lobster Fish and Vegetables, 1903
By Riccardo Pellegrini
Located in Milan, IT
Oil on canvas. Signed top left. Further signature, Rome location and date on the back. Domenico
Category
20th Century Other Art Style Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
"2 Koi Underwater Landscape" Koi fish swimming blues, orange, white, green, red
By Linda Holt
Located in Wellesley, MA
wood sides which can be left as is, painted over, or re-framed.
Linda Holt has been painting koi fish
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
The Miraculous Draft of the Fishes from the School of Antonio Tempesta
By Antonio Tempesta
Located in New Orleans, LA
School of Antonio Tempesta
1555-1630 I Italian
The Miraculous Draft of the Fishes
Oil on marble
Category
16th Century Renaissance Figurative Paintings
Materials
Marble
"Five Penny Fun" Swimmer enjoying a ride inside a green mechanical fish
By Fred Calleri
Located in Edgartown, MA
Singer Sargent, and aims in his paintings for an emotional reaction from the viewer. Calleri uses the
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage Still Life oil painting of herrings and lemons framed mid century art
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Mid-Century still life oil painting of fish, herrings most likely. The colours are quite subdued
Category
Mid-20th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Art Deco Painting of Fish on the Bottom of the Sea A.R. Reyna, France, 1936
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco oil painting of fish on the bottom of the sea.
Beautiful details and colors. Original
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Paint
"Atlantic Uber" Woman in red swimsuit, goggles in blue and yellow fish vehicle.
By Fred Calleri
Located in Edgartown, MA
Singer Sargent, and aims in his paintings for an emotional reaction from the viewer. Calleri uses the
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"4 Koi 20 Larger" Expressive koi fish in bright reds, oranges, blue/green water
By Linda Holt
Located in Wellesley, MA
"4 Koi 20 Larger 2", 2020, Oil on Canvas, 30 x 30 Inches is a complex work of koi fish swimming
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Morning Gusts" Swimmer poses with whimsical red fish kite in front of ocean
By Fred Calleri
Located in Edgartown, MA
Singer Sargent, and aims in his paintings for an emotional reaction from the viewer. Calleri uses the
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Woman with Fishes, Blue , Mustard , Red
Pink Color, Acrylic-Canvas "In Stock"
By Ashoke Mullick
Located in Kolkata, West Bengal
of satire with contemporary conditions. His paintings focus strongly on the ordinary man and the
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, India Ink, Mixed Media, Oil
Sketch of freshly caught fish hanging from a string. Italian school.
Located in Firenze, IT
Sketch of freshly caught fish hanging from a string
Oil on cardboard, 34 x 47 cm
First half of the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian School Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
Still life with Sea Fish on Table - Isaac Van Duynen, Framed in Rare Ebony Wood
By Isaac Van Duynen
Located in Winterswijk, NL
Isaac van Duynen was a 17th century painter, specialized in fish still lifes. Born in Dordrecht, he
Category
17th Century Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
"Harbor View" fresh oysters and fish on top of a table overlooking the sea
By Anne Harney
Located in Edgartown, MA
imagination. “I prefer to begin my work from life. My landscape paintings usually follow me into the studio
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic
Tin Can and Plate with Fish, Onion
a Glass of Beer- Classic Dutch Still-Life
By Cornelis Le Mair
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
is famous because of his 17th century paintings. You can see him in his house on one of the pictures
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Antique impressionist still life painting of Herrings, wine and lemon
Located in AIGNAN, FR
of fish. This delightful impressionist oil painting on stretched canvas is ideal for a kitchen or
Category
Late 19th Century Post-Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Gulls Dipping for Fish Contemporary Oil on Canvas Painting by Vera Jefferson
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
'Gulls Dipping for Fish' a Contemporary painting by Vera Jefferson depicting seagulls diving into a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Contemporary Art
Materials
Paint
Still Life with Fishes - Oil Painting by Franco Morana - 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Still Life with Fishes is an artwork realized by Franco Morana.
Oil on Board, mid-20th Century
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique American Modernist Cubist Abstract Seascape Framed Fish Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Very impressive early American modernist abstract still life. Oil on board. Framed.
Category
1960s Cubist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique American WPA Ashcan School Dockworkers Signed Modern Fish Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist wpa fishing dock oil painting. Oil on board, circa 1940. Signed lower
Category
1930s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
American Modern, Super Realist, Trompe L
Oeil Flamingo
Koi Fish Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American super realist paintings by Jason Wheatley (born 1963). Oil on board, circa 1980
Category
1980s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Flora/Fauna and Fish" oil painting of woman in orange floating in blue water
By Carol Bennett
Located in Edgartown, MA
swimmer's form”. Carol graduated from the Art Center College of Design in painting. For some 20 years she
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
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On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate fish oil painting for your needs in our varied inventory. You can easily find an example made in the Impressionist style, while we also have 95 Impressionist versions to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a fish oil painting may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a fish 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 gray, brown, black, beige and more. Creating a fish oil painting has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Linda Holt, Fred Calleri, Janet Fish, Federico Cortese and Karnish Art are consistently popular. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
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- 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. - 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 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 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 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.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 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. - 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.
- 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, 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. - 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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