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Dawn Stroll - Expressive Color Drenched Textured Impasto Figurative Painting
By Ekaterina Ermilkina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
intricate three-dimensional texture to her oil paintings. The color spots partially blend into a fuller
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Your Warmth is infectious by K. Husslein Impasto Landscape Mountain Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
stimulating.
This one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by Husslein on the back. The painting is ready to hang
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
British impressionist impasto painting of Swaledale, North Yorkshire Dales
Located in Harkstead, GB
A most atrractive, verdant view of Isle's Bridge in Swaledale painted with wonderful impasto. The
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Catching Fire in the Sunlight by K. Husslein Impasto Flower Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
stimulating.
This one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by Husslein on the back. The painting is ready to hang
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Cascade - Original Earth Tone Abstract Impasto Nature Landscape Painting
By Dana Cowie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Using an impasto, painterly technique Dana Cowie creates cubist-inspired farm and rural landscapes
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
On the Road / Oil on Linen with impasto tar
By Frédéric Choisel
Located in Burlingame, CA
On the Road, feels like a smooth drive in the countryside, impasto tar showing the impressionistic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Petits Fradets I / Oil on Linen with impasto tar
By Frédéric Choisel
Located in Burlingame, CA
Petits Fradets I is a warm charming sunset on an impasto tar black island with a small gray
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"The Garden" - Original Textured Oil Impasto Landscape with Bright Flowers
By Duan Zhaonan
Located in Carmel, CA
Duan Zhaonan (Chinese, born 1955)
"The Garden" 2016
Oil paint on canvas, stretcher bars
The artist
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
"Untitled" - Heavily Textured Oil Impasto Abstract - Red, White, and Black
Located in Carmel, CA
Frida Willis (Swedish, born 1971)
"Untitled" 2021
Oil paint on canvas, stretcher bars
The artist
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
Modernist Impasto Goldfish
Located in Soquel, CA
Stunning modernist impasto painting of a goldfish with coral reminiscent of California Abstract
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Oil
Quarry Landscape - Original Impasto Abstract Blue Grey Beige Painting
By Dana Cowie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Using an impasto, painterly technique Dana Cowie creates cubist-inspired farm and rural landscapes
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Late 20th Century Vintage Boho Impasto Original Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add an artistic flair to your space with this Vintage Boho Impasto Original Abstract Oil Painting
Category
Late 20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Reaching Higher, Original Signed Contemporary Impasto Floral Landscape Painting
Located in Boston, MA
Reaching Higher, Original Signed Contemporary Impasto Floral Landscape Painting
36" x 24" x 1.5
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage MCM Impasto Abstract Oil on Canvas
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage Mid-Century Modern impasto abstract oil on canvas is a captivating piece with bold
Category
Mid-20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
"On the balcony" Original impressionistic figurative painting. Large. Impasto.
Located in Oslo, NO
In this oil painting, I've captured a tranquil moment on a sunlit balcony. The figure, immersed in
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
An Evening Meant for Us - K.Husslein Impasto Flower Dinner Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences.
Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Impressionistic Impasto Painting Blue Stack Mountains Donegal Northern Ireland
Located in Preston, GB
Impressionistic Impasto Painting of Cottage on Blue Stack Mountains in Donegal Northern Ireland, by
Category
Early 2000s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Board, Cotton Canvas, Oil
Jim HolmesImpressionistic Impasto Painting Blue Stack Mountains Donegal Northern Ireland, 2000 Circa
$1,040 Sale Price
20% Off
"Fantastic Life" - Large Colorful Textured Oil Impasto Contemporary Abstract Art
By Sveta Hessler
Located in Carmel, CA
Sveta Hessler (Russian, born 1973)
"Fantastic Life" 2023
Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars
The
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
What my lips have tasted - K.Husslein Impasto Flower Dinner Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences.
Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Glamorous glow in the sunlight - K.Husslein Impasto Flower Dinner Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences.
Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Cocktails and Chemistry by K.Husslein Impasto Flower Dinner Food Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences.
Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Swiss Alps Fauvist Modern Impasto Landscape - Original Oil on Canvas
By Alphons Müller
Located in Soquel, CA
Swiss Alps Landscape - Original Oil on Canvas
Original oil landscape by Alphons Muller (Swiss
Category
1940s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Tropical Vibes IV" - Textured Impasto Contemporary Colorful Circles Painting
By Sveta Hessler
Located in Carmel, CA
Sveta Hessler (Russian, born 1973)
"Tropical Vibes IV" 2024
Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars
The
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
Breaks: Abstract Impasto Tondo Contemporary Painting in Violet and Turquoise
By Axel Getz
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Titled 'Breaks', this mesmerizing abstract tondo oil painting captures the unsettling beauty of
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,120 Sale Price
62% Off
Original Abstract Expressionist Heavy Impasto Oil on Canvas - "Apres Ski"
Located in Soquel, CA
Original Heavy Impasto Abstract Expressionist Oil on Canvas "Apres Ski"
Abstract expressionist
Category
1970s Post-Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
Vibrant New York City Times Square, Figural Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
By Simon Gaon
Located in Surfside, FL
impasto oil painting. with a lot of texture and color. Times Square with 42nd st in Manhattan, New York
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vibrant New York City Times Square, Figural Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
By Simon Gaon
Located in Surfside, FL
impasto oil painting. with a lot of texture and color. This is a nighttime scene of Midtown Manhattan
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Herding The Fleet Of Animals French Impressionist Thick Oil Impasto
By Josine Vignon
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
painting. Vignon's works carry tremendous energy and enthusiasm, often painted with very thick impasto oil
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
$980 Sale Price
20% Off
Brown Arabian Horse In Wired Green Field Thick Oil Impasto
By Josine Vignon
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
thick impasto oil creating a rich and diverse texture, as well as painting with a tremendous palette
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,314 Sale Price
20% Off
Wild Horses In A French Summer Field Thick Oil Impasto
By Josine Vignon
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
thick impasto oil creating a rich and diverse texture, as well as painting with a tremendous palette
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,232 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Heavy Impasto Floral Still Life Oil Painting, circa 1950s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mid-Century Modern heavy impasto floral still life oil painting circa 1950s
A brilliant original
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Masonite
Rectifie
, Style Moderne, Abstract Geometric, Impasto Technique Oil on Canvas.
Located in Cotignac, FR
colourful, energetic and impactful painting. The painting is very thickly applied in an impasto technique in
Category
1980s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$996 Sale Price
23% Off
contemporary abstract colorful acrylic painting impasto textured stripes signed
By Daniel Klewer
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This painting is a small and intimate example of the paintings of Daniel Klewer, coming from his
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
“Bergen. The silence of the Christmas morning. Landscape Paintings. Impasto.
Located in Oslo, NO
, confirmed by a certificate of authenticity. By purchasing paintings by Nadezda Stupina, you make a smart
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
French Nude Female Portrait Interior Post Impressionist Signed Impasto Oil
By Josine Vignon
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
thick impasto oil creating a rich and diverse texture, as well as painting with a tremendous palette
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Nude Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sunbleached, Original Abstract Landscape Painting, Affordable Art, Impasto, Blue
Located in Deddington, GB
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Sunbleached by Polly Dutton [2020]
Original
Oil on birchwood panel
Image size: H:30
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"Violet Midas" - Textured Oil Impasto Purple and Gold Abstract Expressionist
Located in Carmel, CA
Frida Willis (Swedish, born 1971)
"Violet Midas" 2023
Oil paint, Gold Leaf, Mixed Media, Canvas
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
Love me Yesterday Today and Tomorrow by K.Husslein Impasto Flower Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
stimulating, offering a fresh perspective on the timeless subject of flowers.
This one-of-a-kind oil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Love in the golden Lights by K.Husslein Impasto Botany Plant Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
stimulating, offering a fresh perspective on the timeless subject of flowers.
This one-of-a-kind oil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Set of Two 1960s
Trojan
Impasto Oil on Canvas Paintings by Luzon
By Luzon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of two 1960s oil paintings by Luzon (San Francisco, CA, USA), showcasing the impasto technique
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
In the Heart of Forever by K.Husslein Impasto Landscape Tree Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
stimulating, offering a fresh perspective on the timeless subject of flowers.
This one-of-a-kind oil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
French Expressionist Sludgy Green
Brown Landscape Very Thick Oil Impasto
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Green Landscape
French artist, indistinctly signed, dated verso 1985
oil painting on canvas, in
Category
Late 20th Century Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
$980 Sale Price
20% Off
Storm - Blue Cool Tone Abstract Dramatic Landscape Textural Impasto Painting
By Dana Cowie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Using an impasto, painterly technique Dana Cowie creates cubist-inspired farm and rural landscapes
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Shady Spot, Guatemala - Cool Tone Abstract Landscape Textural Impasto Painting
By Dana Cowie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Using an impasto, painterly technique Dana Cowie creates cubist-inspired farm and rural landscapes
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Tumultuous Sky - Original Cool Tone Abstract Landscape Textural Impasto Painting
By Dana Cowie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Using an impasto, painterly technique Dana Cowie creates cubist-inspired farm and rural landscapes
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
My favourite Memories of Us by K. Husslein Impasto Landscape Bali Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
flower photography.This one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by Husslein on the back. The painting is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Palms - Original Cool Tone Abstract Nature Landscape Textural Impasto Painting
By Dana Cowie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Using an impasto, painterly technique Dana Cowie creates cubist-inspired farm and rural landscapes
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Curves - Original Cool Tone Abstract Nature Landscape Textural Impasto Painting
By Dana Cowie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Using an impasto, painterly technique Dana Cowie creates cubist-inspired farm and rural landscapes
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Untitled" - Vibrant Layered Textured Impasto Oil Abstract - Blue and Earth Tone
By Kobi Raz
Located in Carmel, CA
Kobi Raz (Israeli, born 1959)
"Untitled" 2023
Oil paint on canvas, stretcher bars
The artist signed
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
Colourful Impasto Seascape Wild Flower Painting by Contemporary British Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Colourful Impasto Seascape Wild Flower Painting by Contemporary British Artist, Evelina Vine
Art
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil
The Wind Picked Up - Original Abstract Nature Landscape Impasto Painting
By Dana Cowie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Using an impasto, painterly technique Dana Cowie creates cubist-inspired farm and rural landscapes
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vibrant Autumn Landscape 1970
s French Post-Impressionist Thick Impasto Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
oil painting by J. Bredèche captures the vivid beauty of an autumn landscape, with golden trees and a
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lady with a Hat Abstract Expressionist Heavy Impasto Figurative Original Oil
Located in Soquel, CA
Lady with a Hat Abstract Expressionist Heavy Impasto Figurative Original Oil
Abstract
Category
1960s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Illustration Board
What my Lips have tasted by K.Husslein Impasto Dinner Food Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences.
Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Abstract Underwater Painting Fish Coral Reef Wall Art Original Impasto
Located in Zofingen, AG
School of fish painting would be a great addition to your oil painting collection.
Coral reef
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Hour Love stood still by K.Husslein Impasto Dinner Food Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences.
Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Midnight at the long Table by K.Husslein Impasto Flower Dinner Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences.
Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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Impasto Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of impasto oil paintings is available on 1stDibs. There are many Abstract, Impressionist and Modern versions of these works for sale. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add impasto oil paintings that pop against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of gray, brown, black, blue and more. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Geoff Hippenstiel, Michael-Che Swisher, Fernand Audet, Denis Ribas and Charles Wyatt Warren are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paint, oil paint and fabric.
How Much are Impasto Oil Paintings?
Prices for pieces in our collection of impasto oil paintings start at $200 and top out at $40,000 with the average selling for $2,065.
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 Impasto Oil Paintings
- 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.
- 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. - Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
- Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
- La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
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