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Lotus No. 7 (Hard Edge Realist Oil Painting of Lotus Leaves and stems)
By Frank DePietro
Located in Hudson, NY
18 x 24 x 1 inches
oil on canvas
Inspired by close observations of the natural world and
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Historical genre oil painting of gentlemen playing bowls
By Frank Moss Bennett
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
Frank Moss Bennett
British, (1874-1952)
The Bowling Match
Oil on canvas, signed & dated 1922, with
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Morning Calm" California Coast Beach Seascape Impressionist Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American impressionist seascape signed oil painting by Frank Montague Moore (1877 - 1967
Category
1940s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
FONDLY, FRANK SINATRA
By Steve Kaufman
Located in Aventura, FL
Hand signed by the artist on verso. Hand Painted Unique Silkscreen on Canvas. Artwork is in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$4,000 Sale Price
50% Off
Louie Kibie after Frank Bramley - Early 20th Century Oil, A Hopeless Dawn
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming study of Frank Bamley's 1888 painting 'A Hopeless Dawn' where a young woman is comforted
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
After Frank Bramley RA (1857-1915) - 20th Century Oil, The Beaver Hat
Located in Corsham, GB
A fine 20th century copy of Frank Bramley's RA (1857-1915) The Beaver Hat (self-portrait). Unsigned
Category
20th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Early Twentieth Century Impressionist Oil Painting Flanders Landscape Figures
Located in ludlow, GB
Early Twentieth Century Impressionist Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas on stretchers of Flanders
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Onward Christian Soldiers - British Edwardian 1911 art religious oil painting
By Frank Owen Salisbury
Located in Hagley, England
This striking British Edwardian religious oil painting is by noted artist Francis 'Frank' Owen
Category
1910s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
British, early 20th Century oil painting of ladies in a garden
By Sir Frank Brangwyn
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Attr Frank Brangwyn (British, 1867 – 1956)
An Allegory of Summer
Oil on canvas
32.1/4 x 32 in. (82
Category
20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Chiaroscuro" textured oil on panel female, disrupted realism, monochromatic
By Audrey Frank Anastasi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Paper paint charcoal collage
ABOUT the artist:
Audrey Frank Anastasi is a prolific feminist artist
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Paint, Oil, Mixed Media
By the River, Montreuil Oil Landscape 20th Century
Located in London, GB
Frank Lewis Emanuel
1865 - 1948
By the River, Montreuil
Oil on board, signed and inscribed on
Category
Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
French School Honfleur Mid 20th Century Oil Painting
By Frank Myers Boggs
Located in Holywell, GB
French School Honfleur Follower of Frank Myers BOGGS (1855-1926)
A pleasing harbour scene
Category
Mid-20th Century French School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Portrait of Charlotte Illingworth - British Edwardian art oil painting VG prov
Located in Hagley, England
This impressive British Edwardian portrait oil painting is by noted artist Frank Thomas Copnall. It
Category
1910s Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
FRANK SINATRA FONDLY
By Steve Kaufman
Located in Aventura, FL
Hand Painted with Embellishment by the Artist on Canvas. Hand signed and numbered by the artist on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,680 Sale Price
30% Off
Abstract
83 - Orange Yellow - British 20th century Action art oil painting
By Frank Avray Wilson
Located in Hagley, England
This stunning large Abstract oil on board painting is by noted British artist Frank Avray Wilson
Category
1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
A Race Horse with a Companion Pony. Oil painting on canvas
Located in St. Albans, GB
William Frank CALDERON
Signed and dated 1891 oil painting.
A beautifully painted painting of a
Category
1890s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Waiting for Him, 19th Century, French-American signed canvas oil
Located in New York, NY
Frank C. Penfold
New York - France, 1849-1927
Waiting for Him
1880
Oil on canvas
31 5/8 x 22 inches
Category
Late 19th Century American Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Portrait of Miss Tonks, Signed and dated 19th Century Oil
Located in London, GB
W. H. Tonks and Edmund Tonks. The entire family was painted by the artist Frank Holl, one after
Category
19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Portrait of a Bride - British 1934 Romantic art female portrait oil painting
By Frank Owen Salisbury
Located in Hagley, England
This beautiful British 1930's portrait oil painting is by noted artist Frank Owen Salisbury or
Category
1930s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Tea Party
, New York Art Students League, Fechin Institute, Santa Fe, Large Oil
By Gregory Frank Harris
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
, Large Oil
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Signed lower left, 'Greg Harris' for Gregory Frank Harris (American, born 1953) and
Category
1980s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
"Hey Sinatra" Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas Portrait of Iconic Frank Sinatra
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
gold paint symbolizes the golden age of Hollywood and the fast brushwork symbolizes the emotion that is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Antique Western Oil on Canvas Painting Native American "The Captive" 1901
By Frank Paul Sauerwein
Located in Portland, OR
A large American Western, Native American oil on canvas landscape, by Frank Paul Sauerwein (1871
Category
Early 1900s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Portrait of a Lady in Gold Dress - British 1940
s female portrait oil painting
Located in Hagley, England
This superb British 1940's portrait oil painting is by noted artist Frank Owen Salisbury also known
Category
1940s Art Deco Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Frank Budgen (1882-1971) - Framed Mid 20th Century Oil, Syon House on the Thames
Located in Corsham, GB
This impressionistic landscape painting captures the shimmering reflections and vibrant colours of a tranquil waterside. The artist's loose brushstrokes create a dreamy atmosphere, d...
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Historical genre oil painting of two gentlemen sat in a garden
By Frank Moss Bennett
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
Frank Moss Bennett
British, (1874-1952)
In the Garden
Oil on panel, signed & dated 1917
Image size
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"Golden Morning" Exhibited 1928 American Impressionist Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Incredible early American impressionist landscape painting by Frank De Villo Knapp (Born 1896
Category
1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Old 17 Mile Drive, Carmel California Landscape Early 1900s Oil on Linen
Located in Soquel, CA
Old 17 Mile Drive, Carmel California Landscape Early 1900s Oil on Linen
Gorgeous early 20th century
Category
Early 1900s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Les îles d
Herblay. Oil French Postimpressionist panoramic. An isle on the Seine
Located in Segovia, ES
: Jean-Frank Baudoin (France 1870-1961).
Measurements: (H) 60 x (W) 81 x (D) 2 cm.
Framed: (H
Category
20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$18,892 Sale Price
20% Off
FRANK SINATRA - SOME CAME RUNNING
By Steve Kaufman
Located in Aventura, FL
Hand signed by the artist on verso. Hand Painted Unique Silkscreen on Canvas. Artwork is in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$4,000 Sale Price
50% Off
Frank Lloyd Wright, Sturges House
By Danny Heller
Located in Fairfield, CT
Lautner. Heller uses his refined artist’s eye and virtuosic ability with oil paint to emphasize the
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"J. FRANK DOBIE AT PAISIANA"
Located in San Antonio, TX
: Oil
Dated 1976
"J. Frank Dobie at Paisiana
Biography
Edward Lee Reichert (1919-2011)
Edward Reichert
Category
1970s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Frank Sinatra as Tony Rome"
By LeRoy Neiman
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Art Institute of Chicago, Neiman discovered his primary medium, enamel house paint, when a janitor
Category
Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
Riders on a ride
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas
This painting, signed by the artist Frank, depicts a dynamic hunting scene featuring
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,424
5 oil sketches by Jean Frank Baudoin o2 sketches also have on back recto.verso
By Jean-François Baudoin
Located in Pollenca, Illes Baleares
Jean-Frank BAUDOIN 1870-1961
Five oil sketches on panel which are very spontaneous :with a jewel
Category
20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Frank O
Hara and Stevie Rivers
By John Button
Located in New York, NY
Oil on canvas
Signed and dated, l.r.
This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located in New York City
Category
1950s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Price Upon Request
Oil on canvas portrait of the artist himself, his wife and his baby son
By Frank von der Lancken
Located in Oostende, BE
Oil on canvas portrait of the artist himself, his wife and his baby son. Signed on the back and
Category
Early 20th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Summers Evening in the Scottish Highlands Antique Oil Painting Sunset Loch View
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Summers Evening in the Highlands
by Frank Hider (c. 1861–1933)
signed, titled verso
oil painting on
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
A Very Bad Seagull
, Contemporary Oil and acrylic on Canvas.
Located in Cotignac, FR
Surrealist contemporary oil and acrylic on canvas by Scottish artist Frank McLean Docherty R.S.W
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Flowering Meadow - 21st Century Contemporary Impressionistic Landscape Painting
By Frank Dekkers
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
Frank Dekkers
Flowering Meadow
60 x 80 cm (framed, included in price 77 x 97 cm)
oil on Panel
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Rain - 21st Century Contemporary Impressionistic Landscape Painting
By Frank Dekkers
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
when purchasing a painting by the artist. Frank Dekkers works on panel and linen and with oil paint
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Winter Wood Glowing - 21st Century Contemporary Impressionistic Painting
By Frank Dekkers
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
Frank Dekkers
Winter Wood Glowing
60 x 80 cm (framed, included in price 77 x 97 cm)
oil on Panel
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Portrait of a Young Woman
, Academie Chaumière, Paris, Chouinard, Art Center
By Leon Franks
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
author of several 'How to Paint' books, including titles 'How to Do Still Life' (1952) and 'Leon Franks
Category
1960s Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Untitled
By Frank Stella
Located in New York, NY
Oil with paper collage on found card stock board, with vintage reproduction on reverse, 1956
Category
1950s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$185,000
Spring Flowers
Paris, National Academy of Design, Chouinard, ASL, Laguna Beach
By Harold Frank
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
creamware vase against a variegated ivory background.
Signed Lower Right 'H. Frank' and painted circa 1975
Category
1970s Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic, Board
Do You Think You Could Find News? - Magazine Story illustration for the Post
By Frank Schoonover
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Schoonover Smith, LeeAnn Dean, Frank E. Schoonover Catalogue Raisonné, New Castle, Delaware, 2009, no. 32
Category
1910s Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Sitting Bull #2
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Original oil painting on linen by artist Frank Ordaz. Framed.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Sitting Bull
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Original oil painting on linen by artist Frank Ordaz. Framed.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Old Brick Kiln, Henry, Illinois
, Impressionist, Bowers, Laguna Beach, PAI, AIC
By Frank Coburn
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
'Old Brick Kiln, Henry, Illinois' by Frank Coburn, 1918.
Impressionist, Bowers, Laguna Beach
Category
1910s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Poppy Field - 21st Century Contemporary Impressionistic Painting of a Landscape
By Frank Dekkers
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
Frank Dekkers
Poppy Field
60 x 80 cm (framed, included in price 77 x 97 cm)
oil on Panel
About the
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
The Flood
By Frank Schoonover
Located in Greenville, DE
A great example of Schoonover's story telling. The painting is 43 1/2" x 32 1/2" framed. Signed Lower Right and dated '14
Raisonne catalog Vol 1 page 233 #616
Category
1910s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Woodland Landscape with Terriers on a Hunt
Located in San Francisco, CA
were bred to do. British animal painter Frank Wormald Cassell (1862-1908) was renowned for capturing
Category
Late 19th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Spring Bouquet
Paris, National Academy of Design, Chouinard, ASL, Laguna Beach
By Harold Frank
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Signed lower right 'H. Frank' for Harold Frank (American, 1917-1995), additionally stamped, verso
Category
1970s Post-Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil, Acrylic
Forgot 7
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
. The canvas is painted with shades of green, blue, yellow, and white.
Frank Arnold is viewed as one
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$18,800
Portrait Of "Aurelia", circa 1930 by FRANK JAMESON (1899-1968)
Located in Blackwater, GB
interior portrait of "Aurelia" reclining on a sofa, oil on canvas by Frank Jamison. Excellent quality and
Category
Early 20th Century Nude Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Both parent and guardian
By Frank Paton
Located in Stoke, Hampshire
Frank Paton (1856-1909)
Both parent and guardian
signed and dated 'F. Paton. 1882.' lower left
Oil
Category
19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sheep by an Idyllic Tree Lined River Landscape in Ireland by Modern Irish Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Charles McAuley and Frank McKelvey.
Vintage Unique Original - Oil on Canvas
Signed lower left
Category
1980s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Evening - 21st Century Contemporary Impressionistic Painting of a Landscape
By Frank Dekkers
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
Frank Dekkers
Evening
100 x 120 cm
oil on canvas
On the pictures we also show you the artist
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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Surely you’ll find the exact frank oil paint you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. You can easily find an example made in the Abstract style, while we also have 99 Abstract versions to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a frank oil paint may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right frank oil paint for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, gray, black and blue. There have been many interesting frank oil paint examples over the years, but those made by Frank Dekkers, Frank Arnold, Bernadette Jiyong Frank, Frank DePietro and Frank Schoonover are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Artworks like these of any era or style can make for thoughtful decor in any space, but a selection from our variety of those made in paint, oil paint and fabric can add an especially memorable touch. If space is limited, you can find a small frank oil paint measuring 1 high and 1 wide, while our inventory also includes works up to 138 across to better suit those in the market for a large frank oil paint.
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Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs.
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Questions About Frank Oil Paint
- 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.
- 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, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024How much Frank Bowling paintings are worth depends on a number of factors, including size, historical significance and condition. At a London-based auction in 2023, his painting Moby Dick sold for more than $930,000. The British painter is best known for its colorful abstract works known as “map” paintings. Many critics have compared his work to the color field paintings of Mark Rothko. To get a valuation on a particular Bowling piece, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of abstract art.
- 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, 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.
- 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, 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. - 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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