Franks Oil Painting
to
110
185
146
198
165
245
Overall Width
to
Overall Height
to
120
470
338
23
31
41
28
26
17
35
23
18
14
151
137
121
40
39
11
9
9
8
8
6
5
4
1
505
371
59
212
106
102
82
81
58
50
47
44
42
34
32
26
25
24
23
22
22
18
13
936
911
425
417
105
74
55
35
24
21
469
57
559
333
Sort By
Mas Rojo
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
"Mas Rojo", as hte name implies, is "More Red" in an Oil on Canvas painting. Frank Arnold is
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$48,800
Last Dance
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
Last Dance is an Oil on Canvas painting in soft, light aqua tones with red/brown accents. Frank
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$88,800
Along the Surf
By Frank Corso
Located in Greenwich, CT
painting and design with professors Frank Goodnow and others to broaden his horizons in painting. It was
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Encounter" Indian
bear. Santa Fe Utah Colorado, Wyoming, Montana 1930s. Large
By Frank Hoffman
Located in San Antonio, TX
Medium: Oil
Circa 1930s - 1940s
"The Encounter" Indian & Bear
Frank Hoffman (1888-1958)
Growing up in New
Category
1930s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Transition 5
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
"Transition 5" is an Oil on Canvas painting with a rusty-red figure on a soft qua pastel field
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Red 3
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
"Red 3" Oil on Canvas . Frank Arnold is thought by many to be one of the foremost abstract
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$9,800
Few More
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
"Few More" Oil on Canvas with broad range of blues and sienna accented foreground. Frank Arnold is
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$72,800
Tempted
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
"Tempted" Oil on Canvas is a sienna figure and foreground on a pale blue field. Frank Arnold is
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$48,800
New Move
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
"New Move 8" Oil on Canvas is a mix of blues and greens with chrome yellow accents. Frank Arnold is
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$88,800
Mat 58
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
"Mat 58" Oil on Canvas with wide range of blue pigment and accents of yellow ochre. Frank Arnold is
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$88,800
Z58
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
"Z58" Oil on Canvas with heavy impasto range of Blue pigments. Frank Arnold is thought by many to
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$88,800
Pure 17
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
"Pure 17" is an oil on Canvas of sharply contrasting blues on a white field. Frank Arnold is
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$88,800
"Cat Springs" Impressionist Landscape
By Frank Dill
Located in Austin, TX
By Frank Dill
24" x 30" Oil on Linen
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Ruler 58
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
, “Frank Arnold – Painting & Sculpture,” and a collaborative work with depth psychologist, Dr. Jim
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$78,800
Freed 58
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
“deeper mind.” He describes this process in detail in both of his books, “Frank Arnold – Painting
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$95,800
Fallen Leaves
By Frank Corso
Located in Greenwich, CT
painting and design with professors Frank Goodnow and others to broaden his horizons in painting. It was
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Early Evening Magic
By Frank Corso
Located in Greenwich, CT
painting and design with professors Frank Goodnow and others to broaden his horizons in painting. It was
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Studio 1528
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
is in collections worldwide. Arnold divides his working days between oil painting in San Jose del
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ireland Seascape Landscape with Boats
Figures by Contemporary Irish Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Ireland Lake Seascape Landscape with Boats & Figures by Contemporary Irish Artist, Frank Fitzsimons
Category
1980s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ireland Seascape Landscape with Boats
Figures by Contemporary Irish Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Ireland Lake Seascape Landscape with Boats & Figures by Contemporary Irish Artist, Frank Fitzsimons
Category
1980s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ireland Landscape with Trees, Buildings
Sun Rays by Contemporary Irish Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Ireland Landscape with Trees, Buildings & Sun Rays by Contemporary Irish Artist, Frank Fitzsimons
Category
1980s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"PARO"
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
mind.” He describes this process in detail in both of his books, “Frank Arnold – Painting & Sculpture
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$150,000
Whole Lotta Love
By Frank Holliday
Located in Summit, NJ
Oil on canvas by Frank Holliday. 'Whole Lotta Love" was featured in the 2001 exhibition Tripping in
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mentor
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
. Frank Arnold’s paintings exhibit the highest quality materials for a truly archival piece, created to
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$48,800
Gone 5
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
central figure. Frank Arnold’s paintings exhibit the highest quality materials for a truly archival piece
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$24,800
Moving Water
By Frank Corso
Located in Greenwich, CT
Landscape oil painting of a river.
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
Je ne sais ou il va?
By Junko Frank
Located in London, GB
va?, 1969
Technique: Original Signed and Dated Oil Painting on Canvas
size: 101 x 72.5 cm
Category
1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Caregiver 1
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Acrylic, oil, and oil pastel on canvas.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic
$6,000
Mountain Stream
By Frank Corso
Located in Greenwich, CT
Landscape oil painting of a calm stream in the mountains of Colorado.
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
Boats at Rest
By Frank Corso
Located in Greenwich, CT
Frank Corso was born in Syracuse New York. Taking a keen interest in art at a very early age, he
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Who Made it an Issue of Six Shooters, (California Mine; Copper Sky)
By Frank Schoonover
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas (on Board)
Signature: Signed Lower Left
Literature:
Reese, Lowell Otus
Category
1910s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Hide Rack
By Frank Schoonover
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil Painting
Signature: Signed Lower Left
Hide Rack
Category
1930s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"He Had Found His Quarry–Now the Question Was–What To Do" Western Illustration
By Frank Schoonover
Located in Fort Washington, PA
illustration
Literature: Schoonover, Smith & Dean 1450
Artwork Dimensions: 17.5" x 37.5"
Medium: Oil on
Category
1920s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Cat
s Pajamas
By Frank Roth
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Frank Roth, American (1936 - )
Title: The Cat's Pajamas
Year: 1968
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Category
1960s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
""I Had Tried Several Times to Meet Dawn Woman" Story Illustration
By Frank Schoonover
Located in Fort Washington, PA
2083
Artwork Dimensions: 36" x 38"
Framed Dimensions: 42.5" x 44.5"
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature
Category
1930s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Cowboy Country
By Frank Holliday
Located in Summit, NJ
Oil on canvas by Frank Holliday. Painted in 2001, this piece was included in the "Trippin in
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
The Wood Chopper, Brecksville, Ohio, Early 20th Century Cleveland School
By Frank Wilcox
Located in Beachwood, OH
Frank Nelson Wilcox (American, 1887-1964)
The Wood Chopper, Brecksville, Ohio, c. 1917
Oil on
Category
1910s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
American Finch
By Kevin Frank
Located in Fairfield, CT
Kevin Frank statement: For me, combining the techniques of the ancient Greco-Roman painters with
Category
2010s American Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
No Swimming
By Kevin Frank
Located in Fairfield, CT
Kevin Frank statement: For me, combining the techniques of the ancient Greco-Roman painters with
Category
2010s American Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$4,160 Sale Price
20% Off
A Conundrum in the Kitchen
By Frank Hyde
Located in Missouri, MO
Frank Hyde (British 1849-1937)
"A Conundrum in the Kitchen" c. 1900
Oil on Canvas
Signed Lower Left
Category
1890s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Price Upon Request
"Yesterday afternoon he was decorated with the Croix de Guerre" World War I
By Frank Schoonover
Located in Fort Washington, PA
.”
Louise Schoonover Smith, LeeAnn Dean and John R. Schoonover, Frank E. Schoonover: Catalogue Raisonné, Oak
Category
1910s Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Nantucket Pathways
By Frank Corso
Located in Greenwich, CT
with professors Frank Goodnow and others to broaden his horizons in painting. It was here where he also
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
O Azul
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
books, “Frank Arnold – Painting & Sculpture,” and a collaborative work with depth psychologist, Dr. Jim
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$58,800
Mod 7
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
so grateful for because I can see.”
Frank Arnold’s paintings exhibit the highest quality materials
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$6,800
Otherside
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
books, “Frank Arnold – Painting & Sculpture,” and a collaborative work with depth psychologist, Dr. Jim
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$68,800
Tea Time
By Frank Bramley
Located in Wiscasett, ME
Signed and dated 92 lower left. Oil on canvas. Frank Bramley British, 1857-1915 Frank Bramley is
Category
1890s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
$58,000
My Other Side
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
process in detail in both of his books, “Frank Arnold – Painting & Sculpture,” and a collaborative work
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$38,800
Moving 5
By Frank Arnold
Located in Fresno, CA
mind.” He describes this process in detail in both of his books, “Frank Arnold – Painting &
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$58,800
Golden Brown Ireland Seascape Landscape at Dusk by Contemporary Irish Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Golden Brown Ireland Seascape Landscape at Dusk by Contemporary Irish Artist, Frank Fitzsimons
Category
1980s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
The Jester
By Frank Xavier Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Signed Lower Right by Artist
Collier's Illustrated Weekly Cover, October 25, 1902
Category
Early 1900s Paintings
Materials
Oil
Evenings Rest
By Frank Corso
Located in Greenwich, CT
Landscape oil painting depicting a small sailboat at rest at a dock by a small cabin. The scene
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Abstract Grid Composition on Red
By Frank Shifreen
Located in New York, NY
. The paintings talk, shout, rumble and laugh in conversation with the viewer.
Frank Shifreen, is an
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
Price Upon Request
Riders Through the Canyon, Mid-Century Western Landscape, Cleveland School
By Frank Wilcox
Located in Beachwood, OH
Riders Through the Canyon, c. 1941
Oil on board
Signed lower right
24 x 32.25 inches
"Also, on
Category
1940s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Self Portrait Series 3A
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Oil on canvas.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Self Portrait Series 4A
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Oil on canvas.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Presenting Captured Yorktown Battle Flags - Philadelphia Blended Whisky Ad
By Frank J. Reilly
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Image of soldiers with flags.
Signed lower left.
Frank J. Reilly (1906-1967) was noted as "the
Category
20th Century Other Art Style Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Carson Peak; Sierra Nevada
By Frank Serrano
Located in Pasadena, CA
2024 Consigned to American Legacy Fine Arts, Pasadena, California; 2005 Private Collector Encino, California; 2005 Ota House, Marina Del Rey; 2005 the artist
FRAMED: 26.5" x 30.5" x...
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
- 1
- ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Franks Oil Painting", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.
Franks Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate franks oil painting for your needs in our varied inventory. You can easily find an example made in the Abstract style, while we also have 95 Abstract versions to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect franks oil painting among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a franks 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, blue and more. Finding an appealing franks oil painting — no matter the origin — is easy, but Frank Dekkers, Frank Arnold, Bernadette Jiyong Frank, Frank Corso and Frank Schoonover each produced popular versions that are worth a look. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years. If space is limited, you can find a small franks oil painting 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 franks oil painting.
How Much is a Franks Oil Painting?
A franks oil painting can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $4,988, while the lowest priced sells for $170 and the highest can go for as much as $228,500.
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?
On 1stDibs, you’ll find an expansive collection of paintings and other fine art for your home or office. Browse abstract paintings, portrait paintings, paintings by emerging artists and more today.
Questions About Franks Oil Painting
- 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 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
Read More
Impressionist Rebel Camille Pissarro Made the Everyday Feel Radical
In Denver, a major new retrospective reveals how the painter’s devotion to ordinary life — and his fearless shifts in style — shaped modern art.
The Real World Portraitist of “The Gilded Age,” Season Three
Only the best painter could suit the calculatedly extravagant Bertha Russell.
See Kent Monkman’s Magical Realist Take on Frontier History
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.