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20th Century Portrait of Young Man Signed Oil on Canvas Polish Artist
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Man
signed by Jacob Markiel (Polish 1911-2008) *See notes
oil on canvas, unframed
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Still Life Bread
Wine on Table Top 20th Century Impressionist Oil Polish art
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Still Life
by Jacob Markiel (Polish 1911-2008) *See notes signed below oil on canvas, unframed
Category
20th Century Modern Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Jacob Blessing the Sons of Joseph Oil On Canvas 19th Century
Located in Milan, IT
Oil on canvas. This is a smaller reproduction of the original painting by Rembrandt in 1656
Category
19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mid 20th Century Portrait of Elderly Man with Beard Wearing Old Hat, oil paint
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of Man with Hat
by Jacob Markiel (Polish 1911-2008) *See notes below oil on board
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Oil Painting on Canvas of Taos Pueblo, New Mexico by Frances Dulaney Jacobs
Located in West Chester, PA
well done large scale original oil painting on canvas in original minimalist frame of Taos Pueblo, New
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Jacobs - 20th Century Oil, Still Life with Candle Snuffer
Located in Corsham, GB
This 20th-century oil captures a vibrant still life of brass objects and glassware, arranged
Category
20th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Phillipa Jacobs - 2003 Oil, Peonies in a Glass Bowl
Located in Corsham, GB
Signed, dated and titled verso. Presented in a wooden frame with gilt outer window and a cotton slip. On canvas.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Allegory of the Four Seasons - Oil on Canvas - 1723
By Jacob De Wit
Located in Roma, IT
Jacob de Wit in 1723.
Original oil on canvas. A gilded wood frame is included.
Han-signed and dated
Category
Early 18th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
After Jacob van Loo "Portrait of Sophia..." Oil
Located in Astoria, NY
After Jacob van Loo (Dutch, 1614-1670), "Portrait of Sophia Huydecoper nee Coymans", Oil on Canvas
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Portrait of a Lady with Crimson Wrap
Fur c.1675 Fine Dutch Old Master Painting
By Jacob Huysmans
Located in London, GB
delicately rendered hand is reminiscent of the work of Van Dyke.
The artist was immensely adept at the oil
Category
17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Jacob
s Blessing - Oil on Canvas by Andrea Appiani Il Giovane - Mid-19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Jacob's Blessing is an original painting realized in the mid-19th Century by the Italian artist
Category
Mid-19th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Jacob Lucas Jongsma (1893-1926) - Early 20th Century Oil, By the Water
s Edge
Located in Corsham, GB
contentedly in this tranquil scene by Dutch artist Jacob Lucas Jongsma (1893-1926). A windmill stands
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
William Jacob Rosenstand, Hornbak beach, Denmark, Oil on Canvas
Located in København, Copenhagen
William Jacob Rosenstand (1838-1915) Hornbak beach, Denmark.
Oil on canvas.
Signed, dated 85
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Danish Paintings
Dutch 17th Century Old Master painting of three young children aristocrats
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Circle of Jacob Geritsz Cuyp (Dutch, 1594 - 1651)
The young aristocrats
Oil on canvas
40.1/2 x 39.1
Category
17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
C. Bert After Jacob Van Oost (1601-1671) - Contemporary Oil, Portrait of a Boy
Located in Corsham, GB
A fine copy of a portrait by Jacob Van Oost the Elder (1601-1671). The original is currently in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Manner of Jan Jacob Spohler - Early 20th Century Oil, Boat On The Frozen Lake
Located in Corsham, GB
Unsigned. Presented in a gilt frame with foliate strapwork. On board.
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Jacob Bogdani Follower, Still Life with Parrots Oil on Canvas
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Jacob Bogdani follower, still life with parrots oil on canvas.
Old master still life painting
Category
Antique 18th Century English Baroque Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Manner of Jan Jacob Fels (1816-1883) - Late 19th Century Oil, The Wayside Shrine
Located in Corsham, GB
A shepherd and his dog guide two sheep through a pastoral landscape bathed in golden evening light. They pass between a shrine and a small waterfall on either side of the track. Bear...
Category
Late 19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of the Viewer as Daytime
Located in New Orleans, LA
Sarah Jacobs is a contemporary maximalist artist. She is represented in NYC by Fremin Gallery, in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Jacob Receives Joseph
s Bloody Tunic, XVIIIth century.
Located in Milan, IT
Oil painting on canvas. Venetian school of the eighteenth century. The painting depicts the
Category
18th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
After Jacob van Walscapelle - 20th Century Oil, Flowers in a Vase on a Ledge
Located in Corsham, GB
An exquisite still life after the Dutch golden age painter Jacob van Walscapelle. The artist has
Category
20th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life Flowers Van Huysum Paint Oil on canvas 18th Century Old master
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
Jacob van Huysum (Amsterdam, 1687 - London, 1746) Attributable
Still Life of Flowers in a Stone
Category
18th Century Old Masters Paintings
Materials
Oil
Attributed To Giovanni Battista Ronchelli, Joseph Meets Jacob
Located in Milan, IT
Oil on canvas. The painting, traditionally referred to as from the private chapel of the Bossi
Category
18th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Floral and Fruit Still Life, Circle of Jacob Bogdani Oil on Canvas
Located in Houston, TX
Floral land fruit still life with architectural elements, bird and rabbit.
Circle of Jacob Bogdani
Category
Antique Early 18th Century British Paintings
Materials
Paint
Lake Landscape
By Michel Jacobs
Located in Buffalo, NY
Impressionist lake landscape oil painting by Michel Jacobs (1877-1958). Oil on board, circa 1930
Category
1930s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Woman #16, Contemporary Realism, Portrait, Jewels, Butterfly
By Jacob Hicks
Located in New York, NY
Jacob Hicks uses oil painting to reinterpret art historical portraiture and evaluate personhood
Category
2010s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Untitled
By Jacob Semiatan
Located in Buffalo, NY
A mid-century modern American abstract expressionist oil painting housed in its original frame
Category
1950s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Femmes a la baignade
Oil on Canvas by Paul Jacob Hians (1884 - 1965)
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
'Femmes a la baignade', an Art Deco oil on canvas by Paul Jacob Hians (1884 - 1965). Signed 'Paul
Category
Vintage 1920s Paintings
Materials
Paint
16th c. Flemish school, Renaissance, c. 1580, Venus and Mars surprised by Vulcan
By Jacob de Backer
Located in PARIS, FR
Venus and Mars surprised by Vulcan, circa 1580, circle of Jacob de Backer ( Antwerp, 1545 - 1585
Category
16th Century Northern Renaissance Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Portrait Sketch in Truquoise
By Jacob Dhein
Located in Denver, CO
Portrait Sketch in Truquoise, 2019
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Banjo with Drawing
By Jacob Collins
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
A leading figure in the contemporary revival of classical painting, Jacob Collins was born and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Violin and Music
By Jacob Collins
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
A leading figure in the contemporary revival of classical painting, Jacob Collins was born and
Category
1990s American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Gitanes
By Rene Jacob Mendes-France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Category
1930s Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Working Horse by River
By Alexandre Louis Jacob
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
vivid oil on panel. Sighed lower right.
Jacob was a pupil of Eugène Claude. He was noted for his
Category
1940s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Fishing on the River - Autumn
By Alexandre Louis Jacob
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
A lovely illustration of the River in the Autumn season, wonderfully expressive oil on board
Category
1940s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
Rocks of Colorado Landscape
By Robert Jacob Richard
Located in Soquel, CA
Rare and gorgeous impressionist landscape of Colorado by Jacob Richard (American, b- 1883), circa
Category
1920s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Au Bord de L
Eau
By Alexandre Louis Jacob
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Oil on panel. Signed lower right. Framed dimensions are 12 inches high by 13 inches wide.
Jacob
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Surf Off Monhegan
By Abraham Jacob Bogdanove
Located in Wiscasset, ME
artistic efforts to marine painting, a genre he exhibited extensively following his first journeys to the
Category
1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Monhegan Ledges
By Abraham Jacob Bogdanove
Located in Wiscasset, ME
marine painting, a genre he exhibited extensively following his first journeys to the Maine coast and
Category
Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Board, Canvas, Oil
Squeaker Cove
By Abraham Jacob Bogdanove
Located in Wiscasset, ME
artistic efforts to marine painting, a genre he exhibited extensively following his first journeys to the
Category
1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Heavy Surf, Monhegan Island
By Abraham Jacob Bogdanove
Located in Wiscasset, ME
marine painting, a genre he exhibited extensively following his first journeys to the Maine coast and
Category
1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Morning Seas, Monhegan
By Abraham Jacob Bogdanove
Located in Wiscasset, ME
to marine painting, a genre he exhibited extensively following his first journeys to the Maine coast
Category
1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Coast Guard Station, Manana
By Abraham Jacob Bogdanove
Located in Wiscasset, ME
to marine painting, a genre he exhibited extensively following his first journeys to the Maine coast
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
Seas off Whitehead
By Abraham Jacob Bogdanove
Located in Wiscasset, ME
marine painting, a genre he exhibited extensively following his first journeys to the Maine coast and
Category
1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
"Heavy Sea"
By Abraham Jacob Bogdanove
Located in Lambertville, NJ
much time to his fine-art painting.
He visited Maine for the first time in 1915, when he spent a
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Mysterious Paris Beauty
By Gottob Christoph Jacob Fischer
Located in Norwich, GB
A striking oval portrait of a Parisian Beauty, ca 1853-54, by Gottlob Christoph Jacob Fischer
Category
Mid-19th Century Romantic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
On the Frozen Canal
By Jan Jacob Coenraad Spohler
Located in Wiscasett, ME
Oil on panel, signed lower left.
Measures 8" x 6" panel and 13" x 11" including frame.
Dutch (1837
Category
19th Century Dutch School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Jacob Meyer, Interior With Piano, Oil Painting
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This eye-catching interior scene by Danish artist Jacob Meyer (1895-1971) depicts a corner of an
Category
1930s Naturalistic Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sails Up - William Jacobs
By William Jacobs
Located in North Clarendon, VT
. Check our other listings for the sister painting to this one.
William Jacobs (1897-1973). A Chicago
Category
1950s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel
On the Bay - William Jacobs
By William Jacobs
Located in North Clarendon, VT
withits sister painting also listed in our store.
William Jacobs (1897-1973). A Chicago native, William
Category
1950s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel
Crepescule - Au Bord de la Seine - Impressionist Landscape Oil - Alexandre Jacob
By Alexandre Louis Jacob
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Signed oil on board landscape circa 1930 by popular French impressionist painter Alexandre Louis
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Persephone, oil painting, Texas artist, Realistic painting, Historical Figures
Located in Houston, TX
Jacob received her first Bachelors Degree in Communication Arts from the University of Texas to pursue a
Category
2010s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Market Scene After Jacob Lawrence
By After Jacob Lawrence
Located in Pasadena, CA
Oil painting after Jacob Armstead Lawrence .
He was an American painter known for his portrayal of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Bords d
Etang sur la Marne - Impressionist Oil, River in Landscape by A Jacob
By Alexandre Louis Jacob
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
A superb oil on canvas circa 1930 by French Impressionist painter Alexandre Louis Jacob depicting
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Chicago Rain" (2023) - Original Oil Painting, Impressionist Cityscape
By Jacob Dhein
Located in Denver, CO
Jacob Dhein's "Chicago Rain" a 2023 original oil on panel, stands at 17.7 x 23.6 inches. This piece
Category
2010s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
The Lovers Scene After Jacob Lawrence
By After Jacob Lawrence
Located in Pasadena, CA
Oil painting after Jacob Armstead Lawrence .
He was an American painter known for his portrayal of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Paris - Mid 20th Century Landscape Oil of France River Pre War by Jacob Markiel
Located in Watford, Hertfordshire
Jawischowitz, a subcamp of Auschwitz. During the war, Markiel figured out how to use his painting as a means of
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs.
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Questions About Jacobs 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs 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. - Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 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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With a solo show at the Denver Art Museum and a commission from the Met, the Cree Canadian painter has become an international sensation.
Yale’s Trove of British Art Is Back on View in a Refreshed Louis Kahn Building
After a two-year closure, they Yale Center for British Art opens its doors again, with all sorts of changes to its building and programming.
At 89, Artist Lucio Pozzi Is Reaching New Career Heights
The Italian-American’s 2020 abstract painting “The Hoe” personifies his “art of not knowing.”
The 1stDibs Guide to Types of Abstract Art
Get to know the key movements and artists who have influenced visual culture for more than a century.
With a Show at MoMA, Marlon Mullen Paints Pictures That Are beyond Words
The nonspeaking California artist is having a moment, with vivacious paintings that play on art-magazine covers as well as more mysterious abstractions.
The Vibrant Beauty of Orphist Art Supersedes Its Perplexing Name
This kaleidoscopic early-modern art style has long deserved another look. Now, the Guggenheim museum is doing just that.