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Changing Seasons - bright, impasto, abstract expressionist, acrylic on canvas
By Adam Cohen
Located in Bloomfield, ON
Layered impasto swaths in a palette of pastel orange, pink, periwinkle and green are incised with a
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
"Falling Lily Rose" abstract expressionist impasto flowers, cool tones
By Darius Yektai
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
bright, colorful, with oil and acrylic paints laid on thick. He's creating sculptural paintings that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"OLD PATH HOME" TEXAS LANDSCAPE CIRCA 194Os HEAVEY IMPASTO.
Located in San Antonio, TX
: Oil
"Old Path Home"
Biography
E.G. Edward Eisenlohr (1872 - 1961)
Edward Gustav Eisenlohr is known as
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage Abstract Expressionist Standing Pensive Figurative Nude - Heavy Impasto
Located in Soquel, CA
Vintage Abstract Expressionist Standing Pensive Figurative Nude - Heavy Impasto
Abstract
Category
1970s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
Red -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Impasto, Impressionist, Africa Woman
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Abiodun Nafiu Azeez is an accomplished artist with a diverse background in contemporary painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Breath of the Sea, Oil Painting
By Tiffany Blaise
Located in San Francisco, CA
>Words that describe this painting: wave, ocean, sky, clouds, sea, panoramic, impasto, horizon, water
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Walking under the bridge" Original impressionistic landscape . Square . Impasto
Located in Oslo, NO
painting is an ode to peaceful moments amid daily bustle—ideal to bring a serene yet dynamic vibe to your
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
"Golden Hour" Mountain Landscape Oil Painting
By Danny McCaw
Located in Denver, CO
Danny McCaw's (US based) "Golden Hour" is an oil painting with impasto brushstrokes that depicts a
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"City in the Distance" Oil Painting
By Danny McCaw
Located in Denver, CO
Danny McCaw's (US based) "City in the Distance" is an oil painting with impasto brushstrokes that
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Landscape From Greek Islands, Oil Painting
By Suren Nersisyan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, impasto, architecture, impressionism, seascape, oil painting, blueLandscape From Greek
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mirror -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Portrait, Woman, Modern, Impasto
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Shipping Procedure
Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria
This work is unique; this is not a print or other type of copy.
Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Paper, Acrylic
Mid Century Modern Impasto Zinnia Floral Still Life
Located in Soquel, CA
Mid century modern impasto still life of a bouquet of Zinnia flowers titled "Arranging" by Pajaro
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,080 Sale Price
20% Off
"Falling Sunset Horizons" abstract expressionist impasto flowers, warm tones
By Darius Yektai
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
bright, colorful, with oil and acrylic paints laid on thick. He's creating sculptural paintings that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Epoxy Resin, Oil, Acrylic
Waves in the sky over Thunersee / Impasto fine art. Impressionism style.
Located in Zofingen, AG
, Switzerland. SWISSARTEXPO. ARTBOX. PROJECT Zurich 7.0, August 2025.
This original impasto painting was created
Category
2010s Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Untitled" Taro Yamamoto, New York School, Gestural, Thick Impasto Composition
By Taro Yamamoto
Located in New York, NY
Taro Yamamoto
Untitled, 1954
Signed lower right; signed and dated on the reverse
Oil on canvas
25 x
Category
1950s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Sunlight" - Black and Orange Mixed Media Textured Impasto Abstract Artwork
By Steven H. Rehfeld
Located in Carmel, CA
Steven H. Rehfeld (American, born 1954)
"Sunlight" 2005
Oil paint, paper, glue, mixed media on
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Paper, Glue, Mixed Media
"Peace" - Large Textured Impasto Abstract Expressionist in White and Purple
Located in Carmel, CA
Frida Willis (Swedish, born 1971)
"Peace" 2023
Oil paint, Canvas, Stretcher bars
The artist signed
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
$8,000 Sale Price
33% Off
Morning-Skyscape, Dramatic Pink Red Impasto Contemporary By Joyce Weinstein
By Joyce Weinstein
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
between the different techniques of oil paint, wash, combined with hints of the impasto technique
Category
1980s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Orchid" neo abstract expressionist colorful still life with thick impasto
By Darius Yektai
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Orchid" is a Neo Abstract Expressionist colorful still life with thick impasto. Yektai displays
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Original Triptych-Foxgloves-British Awarded Artist-Impression-Impasto-gold leaf
Located in London, GB
materials—impasto, gesso, gold leaf, and oil—each adding depth and texture to her expressive brushwork
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
$1,638 Sale Price
20% Off
Montreux. Paradise morning by Geneva Lake. Impasto fineart. Impressionism style.
Located in Zofingen, AG
friendly oil colors with natural pigment. The painting was created in a unique individual technique in
Category
2010s Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Cliffs and Clouds" contemporary lush impasto landscape of Victoria, Australia
By Emily Persson
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
.
Emily Persson is a Melbourne based artist who has been creating oil paintings with a palette knife for
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Rainbow Rolex III" by Hessler - Textured Impasto Contemporary Colorful Circles
By Sveta Hessler
Located in Carmel, CA
artist signed the bottom right and the back of the painting.
The thick, impasto brushwork gives the
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
Heavy Impasto Portrait of a Man Expressionist Piece "Tally Ho"
Located in Soquel, CA
Heavy Impasto Portrait of a Man Expressionist Piece by Harald Dry Schmidt
Abstract expressionist
Category
1970s American Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
Aqua Culture - Blue, Grey,
Brown Impasto Abstract on Wood
By Michael Pauker
Located in Soquel, CA
Dynamic abstract composition on wood board with blue, grey, and brown in heavy impasto that
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
$1,080 Sale Price
20% Off
"Personage" Heavy Impasto Expressionist Portrait of Lady with a Hat
Located in Soquel, CA
"Personage" Heavy Impasto Expressionist Portrait of Lady with a Hat
Abstract expressionist
Category
1970s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
"Invisible Surf", Large-Scale Impasto Abstract Dreamscape by Duane Bousfield
By Duane Bousfield
Located in Soquel, CA
abstract expressionist oil painting by Duane Bousfield (American, b. 1960.) 1994. In this large-scale
Category
1990s Neo-Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$10,400 Sale Price
20% Off
"Liberty" Heavy Impasto Expressionist Nude Portrait of a Lady Standing
Located in Soquel, CA
"Liberty" Heavy Impasto Expressionist Nude Portrait of a Lady Standing
Abstract expressionist
Category
1970s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
"Sunset Over the Forest" - Vibrant Textured Impasto Abstract - Red and Yellow
Located in Carmel, CA
Frida Willis (Swedish, born 1971)
"Sunset Over the Forest" 2021
Oil paint on canvas, stretcher bars
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
"The Yellow Umbrellas" american impressionist beachscape with blue sky, impasto
By Nelson White
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
yellow umbrella motif with this impasto abstract halo that hovers above lounging beachgoers. Painted en
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lilac evening in the Alps / Covered by press / Impasto fine art / Impressionism.
Located in Zofingen, AG
embodied in colors.
This original impasto painting was created on a high-quality canvas (80
Category
2010s Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Colorful Modernist Still Life with Impasto Flowers Style of Emily Sillman
Located in Soquel, CA
Colorful Modernist Still Life with Impasto Flowers by Ellis Hopkins (American, b. 1952).
This
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board, Masonite
Original-Jardin d
Hiver-Gladiolus with Dahlias-British Awarded Artist-Impasto
Located in London, GB
for the summer left behind. Reflecting on the vibrant days spent painting en plein air, she revisits
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic, Wood Panel
"Bagno La Salute, Viareggio 09.26.2021" Italian beach with umbrellas, impasto
By Nelson White
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
A Nelson White plein air painting.
Frame Dimensions: 22 x 30 inches
Artist Bio:
Nelson H. White
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Monkeys in the Groove 3 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Impasto, Animals, Africa
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Abiodun Nafiu Azeez is an accomplished artist with a diverse background in contemporary painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Monkeys in the Groove 2 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Impasto, Animals, Africa
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Abiodun Nafiu Azeez is an accomplished artist with a diverse background in contemporary painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Monkeys in the Groove 1 - 21st Century, Contemporary, Impasto, Animals, Africa
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Abiodun Nafiu Azeez is an accomplished artist with a diverse background in contemporary painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Persimmons", contemporary, semi-abstract, impasto, bold, modern still life
Located in Oslo, NO
Bold and expressive, this little painting captures the humble beauty of everyday life through
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Riverside Cottage in Spring Kennebunkport Maine Pallet Knife Impasto Texture
Located in Soquel, CA
WWI, he remained in Europe after the war and studied painting in Rome, Italy for one year. Upon his
Category
1950s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Expressive Seascape with Sailing Boats Coastal Scene in Thick Impasto Brittany
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Expressive Seascape
by Fanch Lel (French b. 1930)
size: 13 x 16.5 inches
oil painting on board
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Original Diptych-Foxgloves-British Awarded Artist-Yellow Gold-Impasto-gold leaf
Located in London, GB
. These works are crafted across a range of materials—impasto, gesso, gold leaf, and oil—each adding depth
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
"Untitled No. 27" - Large Textural Impasto Mixed Media Colorful Vibrant Abstract
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968)
"Untitled No. 27" 2022
Oil Paint, Mixed Media, Mesh, Canvas
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas, Mixed Media, Stretcher Bars, Mesh
Original-Foxgloves in Pink-British Awarded Artist-Impasto-Summer Bloom series
Located in London, GB
across a range of materials—impasto, gesso, gold leaf, and oil—each adding depth and texture to her
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Original Diptych II-Impasto-Jardin d
Hiver-British Awarded Artist-Impression
Located in London, GB
for the summer left behind. Reflecting on the vibrant days spent painting en plein air, she revisits
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
"Tropical Vibes III" by S. Hessler - Vibrant Colorful Rainbow Impasto Abstract
By Sveta Hessler
Located in Carmel, CA
Sveta Hessler (Russian, born 1973)
"Tropical Vibes III" 2024
Oil paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars
The
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
Original-Jardin d
Hiver Series-British Awarded Artist-Dahlias-Impression-Impasto
Located in London, GB
for the summer left behind. Reflecting on the vibrant days spent painting en plein air, she revisits
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Original Set-Foxgloves-British Awarded Artist-Yellow, Purple-Impasto-gold leaf
Located in London, GB
This stunning Original Diptych paintings by Shizico Yi on Canvas includes:
Blue Serie- Foxgloves
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
"Girl with Beret" Impasto Mid Century Abstract Expressionism NYC Female Artist
By Sylvia Rutkoff
Located in Arp, TX
Sylvia Rutkoff (1919-2011)
Sr9-1
c.1950s
"Girl with Beret"
Impasto oil paint on Masonite
32x32
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
"Rollie With Angels" - Modern Textural Impasto Abstract in Muted and Earth Tones
Located in Carmel, CA
Frida Willis (Swedish, born 1971)
"Rollie with Angels" 2021
Oil paint on canvas, stretcher bars
The
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
XL Summer Reflections II 60 x 60 cm, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Susan Wooler
Located in Yardley, PA
XL Summer Reflections II 60 x 60 cm Impasto, deep textured oil painting Inspired by Monet
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Towards the Malvern Hills by Rupert Aker, Landscape art, Impressionist, Impasto
Located in Deddington, GB
Towards the Malvern Hills [2022]
original and hand signed by the artist
Oil on canvas
Image size
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Quaint Village with Church Spire Idyllic Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
mid 20th century oil painting in the Post-Impressionist style of painting, with thick impasto oil to
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$409 Sale Price
20% Off
Window View of Verdant Landscape Expressive Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
-Impressionist style of painting, with thick impasto oil to the surface. This painting is one of several works by
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$382 Sale Price
20% Off
"Winter in St. Ives" Hayley Lever, Post-Impressionist, Thick Impasto Snowy Scene
By Hayley Lever
Located in New York, NY
Hayley Lever
Winter in St. Ives
Signed lower left
Oil on canvas
8 1/2 x 11 1/4 inches
Hayley
Category
Early 1900s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Portrait of the Artist Manuel Neri Heavy Impasto on Linen San Francisco Abstract
By Honora Berg
Located in Soquel, CA
Portrait of the Artist Manuel Neri Heavy Impasto on Linen San Francisco Abstract
San Francisco
Category
1960s Abstract Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Connected" by Danny McCaw (2024) Abstracted Figures, Oil Painting
By Danny McCaw
Located in Denver, CO
Danny McCaw's (US based) "Connected" is an oil painting with impasto brushstrokes that depicts four
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Original-Jardin d
Hiver-Dahlia over Climbing Rose-British Awarded Artist-Impasto
Located in London, GB
for the summer left behind. Reflecting on the vibrant days spent painting en plein air, she revisits
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic, Wood Panel
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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
- What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
- La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
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