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"Demolition Day", Photorealistic Graffiti Landscape Oil Painting
By Jessica Hess
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Original oil painting on canvas by Jessica Hess measuring 36in x 26in.
About Jessica Hess
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Anonymous Collaborators", Hyper-Realistic Oil Painting of Graffiti Landscape
By Jessica Hess
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Original oil painting on canvas by Jessica Hess measuring 30in x 30in.
About Jessica Hess: Oakland
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Bakersfield II", Hyper-Realistic Oil Painting of Graffiti Landscape
By Jessica Hess
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Bakersfield II" is an original 24in x 24in photorealist oil painting on canvas by American artist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Time Machine", Hyperrealistic, Motorcycle and Graffiti Figurative Oil Painting
By Katherine Fraser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, the Best of American Oil Painting, and more. Her work may be found in many permanent and private
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
City Graffiti Art Colorful Oil Painting #1 by S. Mooney
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
4090 An abstract graffiti art, oil on artist board displayed in a custom -made wood frame Image
Category
1980s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$300 Sale Price
36% Off
City Graffiti Art Colorful Oil Painting #2 by S. Mooney
By S.Mooney
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
4091 Graffiti art oil on artist board displayed in a custom -made wood frame.
Signed by
Category
1980s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$300 Sale Price
36% Off
"Detroit Pixels I", Acrylic and Oil Painting, Figurative, Cityscape, Graffiti
By Jessica Hess
Located in Philadelphia, PA
scene by painting hyperreal graffiti-laden landscapes. Hess’ paintings pay homage to the growing street
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic, Panel
Absrtact Graffiti Style Canvas Painting
By Renelio Marin
Located in New York, NY
the abstract domain. In his paintings, he utilizes colorful brushstrokes to create a layered effect
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Paradox of St. Sebastian - Contemporary Oil Painting with Graffiti and Shackles
By Bruno Surdo
Located in Chicago, IL
interpretation we see St. Sebastian shackled in chains and leather restraints against an industrial graffiti
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"South Shore Line" by Stephanie Buer, Original Oil Painting, Urban Graffiti
By Stephanie Buer
Located in Denver, CO
"South Shore Line" by Stephanie Buer depicts an concrete wall with blue graffiti along a road side
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Jessica Hess, "D.I.E.", Hyper-Realistic Oil Painting of Graffiti Landscape
By Jessica Hess
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Original oil painting on canvas by Jessica Hess measuring 13in x 24in.
About Jessica Hess: Oakland
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Colorful Abstract Graffiti Style Painting on Paper
By Renelio Marin
Located in New York, NY
the abstract domain. In his paintings, he utilizes colorful brushstrokes to create a layered effect
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic
"Saudi, " Acrylic on Canvas Oil Derrick Painting - Graffiti Art, Political Art
By Harif Guzman
Located in Houston, TX
"Saudi" discusses man’s modern romance with the oil industry, technology, and capitalism. In his
Category
2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Graffiti Break
Located in Atlanta, GA
. She remembers looking through books of painters and loved the way paintings transported her to a world
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,250 Sale Price
78% Off
Abstract Shapes Diptych, Original Painting, Blue, Yellow, Graffiti Nineties Flow
Located in Barcelona, ES
Updated #9
Medium: Acrylic Painting on Watercolor Paper
Size: 100x 140 cm (40 x 55.2 inches). Each paper
Category
2010s Neo-Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Oil, Spray Paint, Paper
Elements - contemporary abstract graffiti mixed media painting on canvas
By Brad Waters
Located in London, GB
Based in Cornwall, UK Brad creates expressive and abstract paintings with a graffiti influence that
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Oil Pastel, Spray Paint, Acrylic
Anti Forms - contemporary abstract colourful graffiti mixed media painting
By Brad Waters
Located in London, GB
Based in Cornwall, UK Brad creates expressive and abstract paintings with a graffiti influence that
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Ink, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Gesso, Canvas, Oil Pastel
Graffiti Series Untitled, 2013
By Robert Petrick
Located in Los Angeles, CA
define our world and interactions.
In his Graffiti Painting series, Petrick manipulates the semiotics of
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Colorful Large Abstract Graffiti Style Cityscape Splatter Painting on Canvas
Located in Houston, TX
Large scale abstract landscape of a city inspired by graffiti painted in the style of Abstract
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Untitled, East Village Graffiti Art
By Joseph Stabilito
Located in Surfside, FL
first displayed his large scale paintings in the windows of Bonwitt Teller, an upscale ladies department
Category
1980s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Fractured Mind
- Abstract Painting on Board by British Graffiti Artist
By Chris Pegg
Located in Preston, GB
'Fractured Mind' - Abstract Painting on Board by British Urban Graffiti Artist, Chris Pegg, using
Category
2010s Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Stencil, Wood, Pencil, Felt Pen, Board, Wood Panel, Acrylic, Spray Paint...
$2,699 Sale Price
20% Off
Graffiti and Tank Car
By Patricia Chidlaw
Located in Fairfield, CT
"When asked what kind of paintings I make, I usually call my work "Urban Landscapes" to distinguish
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Point FR - Horizontal beige pastel color street art post graffiti painting
By Lionel Pratt
Located in New York, NY
French Artist Lionel Pratt is a post graffiti / street art artist whose work is inspired by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Street Art Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Girl Drawing on graffiti wall.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Really kool little gem here. Oil on canvas of a young girl adding her artistic talents to a
Category
1960s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Black and White - Painting with Graffiti and Poetry on Thick Impasto
By Parris Jaru
Located in New York, NY
Parris Jaru's Black and White is a 18 x 15 inches oil painting. The surface is defined by a thick
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Pigment
Graffiti Series Untitled #51, 2013
By Robert Petrick
Located in Los Angeles, CA
define our world and interactions.
In his Graffiti Painting series, Petrick manipulates the semiotics of
Materials
Oil, Canvas
TOP DOLLAR: abstract painting, urban city street sign w/ graffiti in green, blue
By Mat Tomezsko
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
This is an original oil painting panel by artist Mat Tomezsko depicting an abstracted street sign
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Wood Panel, Oil
"The Memory of the Tallest Sugar Pine" A bold graffiti style abstract painting
By Katherine Filice
Located in Hollister, CA
"The Memory of the Tallest Sugar Pine" is a 58 x 63-inch oil painting on canvas by Katherine Filice
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Varnish, Oil
"I am Nature" oil on canvas 30x40" Graffiti POP Street art Thumper Mash Up
Located in Southampton, NY
Straub's graffiti paintings to Banksy. This painting titled "I am Nature" refers to a Jackson Pollock
Category
2010s Pop Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
"Endless Summer" Graffiti, Street Art and Pop Art Mash Up oil on canvas 32x34"
Located in Southampton, NY
This painting is a mash up of Street Art, Graffiti and Pop Art by Matt Straub, known worldwide for
Category
2010s Street Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
Oil Gas Fuel Pump Pop Art on Abstract Background by British Graffiti Artist
By Chris Pegg
Located in Preston, GB
Oil Gas Fuel Pump Cartoon Pop Art on Abstract Background by British Urban Graffiti Artist, Chris
Category
2010s Pop Art Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Ink, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acryli...
$3,250 Sale Price
20% Off
STOP HERE: abstract painting of urban city street sign w/ graffiti in red
blue
By Mat Tomezsko
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
This is an original oil painting panel by artist Mat Tomezsko depicting an abstracted urban city
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Voices of a Generation: Solomon
s Graffiti Muse Oil on Canvas 1982
Located in West Palm Beach, US
Voices of a Generation: Solomon's Graffiti Muse
This striking original oil painting by Solomon
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
$3,250 Sale Price
50% Off
"3dlh". Street Art, graffiti, bright colors, Gestural Abstraction
Located in MADRID, ES
Street Art, graffiti, bright colors, Gestural Abstraction
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Crayon, Acrylic, Oil Pastel
$1,144 Sale Price
20% Off
"Jarrón". Street Art, graffiti, bright colors, Gestural Abstraction
Located in MADRID, ES
Street Art, graffiti, bright colors, Gestural Abstraction
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Crayon, Oil Pastel, Acrylic
$1,302 Sale Price
20% Off
French Contemporary Art by Brigitte Mathé - Graffitis
By Brigitte Mathé
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
“¿Qué?”, Street Art, graffiti, bright colors, Gestural Abstraction
Located in MADRID, ES
Street Art, graffiti, bright colors, Gestural Abstraction1365
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Crayon, Acrylic
$1,302 Sale Price
20% Off
“Perfeccionismo”, Street Art, graffiti, bright colors, Gestural Abstraction
Located in MADRID, ES
Street Art, graffiti, bright colors, Gestural Abstraction1365
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Crayon, Acrylic
Large Oil on Canvas Graffiti Art Portrait of Man and Dog
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Large oil on canvas of man and his dog in front of building.
Category
Early 2000s Paintings
Materials
Canvas
“Siéntese usted”. Street Art, graffiti, bright colors, Gestural Abstraction
Located in MADRID, ES
Street Art, graffiti, bright colors, Gestural Abstraction
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Crayon, Oil Pastel, Acrylic
Secret Language, blue, green, white, abstract, gestural abstraction, graffiti
By Margaret Fitzgerald
Located in New York, NY
I'm interested in the physicality of the painting process, and how this physical process connects
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Park, abstracted tree nature image bright touches, graffiti markings
By C. Dimitri
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oil on canvas.
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Spray Paint
Parade Street Shroud, white abstraction w green tree graffiti elements windows
By C. Dimitri
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oil paint and mixed media on canvas. This work is the second painting in a series of trees from
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Charcoal, Pastel, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
"Weekend" red, street art graffiti, mixed media on canvas contemporary, pop art
By Revolue
Located in New York, NY
We can also roll the painting and ship for free - you can have it re-stretched in your city and we
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
$7,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Liquorice Sweets Pop Art on Abstract Background by British Graffiti Artist
By Chris Pegg
Located in Preston, GB
Liquorice Sweets Cartoon Pop Art on Abstract Background by British Urban Graffiti Artist, Chris
Category
2010s Pop Art Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Ink, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acryli...
$3,250 Sale Price
20% Off
Star Wars Storm Trooper Pop Art by British Urban Graffiti Artist
By Chris Pegg
Located in Preston, GB
Star Wars Storm Trooper Pop Art by British Urban Graffiti Artist, Chris Pegg. Entitled The Good The
Category
2010s Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Paint, Ink, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Felt Pen, Pencil, St...
$3,250 Sale Price
20% Off
James Dean Smoking Cigarette Portrait Pop Art by British Urban Graffiti Artist
By Chris Pegg
Located in Preston, GB
James Dean Smoking Cigarette Portrait Pop Art by British Urban Graffiti Artist, Chris Pegg. Chris
Category
2010s Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Ink, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acryli...
$3,263 Sale Price
20% Off
"The Last" - Contemporary, Anthropocene, blue, graffiti, rock pigment
By Andrew Herzog
Located in Atlanta, GA
that manifest as paintings, installations, interventions, films, photographs, drawings, printed media
Category
2010s Contemporary Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Charcoal, Pastel, Oil, Spray Paint, Archival Paper, Pigment
Half Skull
Female Face Portrait Pop Art by British Urban Graffiti Artist
By Chris Pegg
Located in Preston, GB
Half Skull & Female Face Portrait Pop Art by British Urban Graffiti Artist, Chris Pegg. Lilac
Category
2010s Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Stencil, Canvas, Pencil, Felt Pen, Acrylic, Spray Paint, Oil, Mixed Medi...
$3,263 Sale Price
20% Off
Yummy Sweets
Treats Pop Art on Abstract Background by British Graffiti Artist
By Chris Pegg
Located in Preston, GB
Yummy Sweets & Treats Cartoon Pop Art on Abstract Background by British Urban Graffiti Artist
Category
2010s Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Ink, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acryli...
$3,801 Sale Price
20% Off
Skull and Emoji Pop Art on Abstract Background by British Graffiti Artist
By Chris Pegg
Located in Preston, GB
Skull & Emoji Cartoon Pop Art on Abstract Background by British Urban Graffiti Artist, Chris Pegg
Category
2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Ink, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acryli...
$2,699 Sale Price
20% Off
Mona Lisa Mickey Mouse Manga Cartoon Pop Art by British Urban Graffiti Artist
By Chris Pegg
Located in Preston, GB
Mona Lisa Mickey Mouse Manga Cartoon Pop Art by British Urban Graffiti Artist, Chris Pegg.
This
Category
2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Metal
$3,581 Sale Price
20% Off
Tiger Portrait Pop Art with Floral Mandala in Chains by British Graffiti Artist
By Chris Pegg
Located in Preston, GB
Tiger Portrait Pop Art with Floral Mandala in Chains by British Urban Graffiti Artist, Chris Pegg
Category
2010s Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Paint, Ink, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Felt Pen, Pencil, St...
$3,250 Sale Price
20% Off
Mickey Mouse Walt Disney Manga Cartoon Pop Art by British Urban Graffiti Artist
By Chris Pegg
Located in Preston, GB
Mickey Mouse Walt Disney Manga Cartoon Pop Art by Young British Urban Graffiti Artist, Chris Pegg
Category
2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Ink, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acryli...
$3,250 Sale Price
20% Off
"Cutting Power" - tools, saw, graffiti, contemporary, rock pigment, moody, dark
By Andrew Herzog
Located in Atlanta, GA
that manifest as paintings, installations, interventions, films, photographs, drawings, printed media
Category
2010s Contemporary Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Charcoal, Pastel, Oil, Spray Paint, Archival Paper, Pigment
"Day(
)s End (Funeral Pyre)" - Corvette, car, contemporary, graffiti, fire, time
By Andrew Herzog
Located in Atlanta, GA
creating works that manifest as paintings, installations, interventions, films, photographs, drawings
Category
2010s Contemporary Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Charcoal, Pastel, Oil, Spray Paint, Archival Paper, Pigment
"King Owl" - Bird graffiti art drawing on paper with text
Located in East Quogue, NY
, and art platforms.
graffiti, graffiti art, abstract art, figurative art, stick figure, text, humor
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Oil Pastel, Ink, Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic
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Graffiti Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the graffiti oil painting you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Find Pop Art versions now, or shop for Pop Art creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. Finding the perfect graffiti oil painting may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right graffiti oil painting is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes gray, brown, beige and blue. Creating a graffiti oil painting has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Vittorio Bellini, Jessica Hess, Janet Lage, Chris Pegg and Brad Waters 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.
How Much is a Graffiti Oil Painting?
The price for a graffiti oil painting in our collection starts at $500 and tops out at $40,000 with the average selling for $3,693.
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 Graffiti Oil Painting
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 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.
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