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Dewy Grasses, Impressionism, Palette Knife, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Alex Kalenyuk
Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Medium: Oil on
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Coral Reef Painting Underwater Original Art Sea Life Artwork Ocean Art Impasto
Located in Zofingen, AG
: underwater expressionism
Technique: palette knife oil painting
Olga is an artist and scuba diving instructor
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Sardines Painting School of Fish Oil on Canvas Palette Knife Art Impasto
Located in Zofingen, AG
Sardines Painting School of Fish Oil on Canvas Palette Knife Art Impasto
Artist draw her
Category
2010s Abstract Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas, Cotton Canvas
Kaleidoskope Underwater Painting was created underwater at the depth of 7.6m
Located in Zofingen, AG
addition to any fine art collection.
Style: underwater expressionism
Technique: palette knife oil painting
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Bright Life Underwater Painting was created underwater at the depth of 9.6m
Located in Zofingen, AG
history.
Style: underwater expressionism
Technique: palette knife oil painting
Olga is an artist and
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Knifed
Located in Denver, CO
Knifed, 2019
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Still Life of Green Apples with Knife - British Post Impressionist oil painting
Located in Hagley, England
This lovely British Post Impressionist still life oil painting is by artist Peter Field. Painted
Category
1950s Post-Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Animated Street in French Quarter, New Orleans
By Homer Costello
Located in San Francisco, CA
This artwork "Animated Street in French Quarter, New Orleans 1954, is a palette knife oil painting
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Abstract Fish Painting Coral Reef Impasto Painting Palette Knife Art
Located in Zofingen, AG
Fish Painting Coral Reef Impasto Painting Palette Knife Art by Olga Nikitina
Title: Fish Symphony
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Red Fish Expression Painting Impasto Palette Knife Art
Located in Zofingen, AG
Red Fish Painting Ocean Art Impasto Painting Palette Knife Art by Olga Nikitina
Title: Red Fish
Category
2010s Abstract Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Forest Underwater Painting Impasto Palette Knife Art
Located in Zofingen, AG
oil on canvas, palette knife technique, style underwater impressionism.
Olga is an artist and scuba
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil
Three Pears Modern Welsh Still Life Impasto Palette Knife Framed Oil Painting
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
inches ( 45cm x 37cm ).
Available for sale; this original oil painting is by the Welsh artist Gwilym
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
House on the headland, Cornwall, Landscape art, coastal, beach, Impressionist
Located in Deddington, GB
House on the headland, Cornwall by Georgie Dowling [2022]
Original painting
Oil paint on board
Category
2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Seven Days Underwater was created underwater during scuba diving
Located in Zofingen, AG
.
Style: underwater impressionism
Materials: palette knife oil painting, stretched cotton canvas
Shipping
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Sardines UNDERWATER PAINTING was created underwater at the depth of 7.1m
Located in Zofingen, AG
: palette knife oil painting
Olga is an artist and scuba diving instructor, she draw her inspiration from
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Original Homer Costello (1899-1977) Palette Knife Oil on Canvas Painting, Signed
By Costello
Located in San Diego, CA
Original Homer Costello Palette Knife Oil on Canvas Painting, Signed, circa 1960s. This evocative
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint, Canvas
"RIVER BEND" OIL ON CANVAS APPLIED BY PALETTE KNIFE
By Jose Vives-Atsara
Located in San Antonio, TX
: Oil on Canvas Applied by Palette Knife
"River Bend"
Biography
Jose Vives-Atsara (1919-2004)
His list
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sardines Painting BaitBall Underwater Original Art Palette Knife Impasto
Located in Zofingen, AG
good addition to your original oil painting collection.
Underwater art is painted on stretched canvas
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Last Hope Underwater Painting Impasto Palette Knife Art
Located in Zofingen, AG
fighting for a life.
For underwater painting Olga used oil on canvas, palette knife technique, style
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil
Original Oil Painting of Still Life with Melon Slices and Knife on a Plate
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Original Oil Painting of Still Life with Melon Slices and Knife on a Plate
Artist: Roland
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
$441 Sale Price
30% Off
ANTIQUE FRENCH SiGNED FOULEY OIL PAINTING OF FLOWERS DONE WITH PALETTE KNIFE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
antique French oil panting of flowers which has been painted using a palette knife, signed Fouley
A very
Category
Antique 1880s European Victorian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Pine
Colorado Drive Impressionism Oil 8x 10 Panel Palette Knife Framed
Located in Houston, TX
in road in the USA. .There is the use of the palette knife which builds up a texture of the oil
Category
2010s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Still Life with Peonies" oil, Volskaya Lilia palette knife
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Still Life with Peonies" oil, Volskaya Lilia palette knife. This still life was painted with great
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Lacquer, Oil
"VILLAGE IN CATALONIA" SPAIN OIL APPLIED BY PALETTE KNIFE TEXAS ARTIST 1975
By Jose Vives-Atsara
Located in San Antonio, TX
Bank and the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce. For his vibrant oil paintings, he used only nine colors
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
KUNDALINI, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Pamela Ross
Located in Yardley, PA
KUNDALINI Original Painting on Canvas Brush and Knife Oil Original painting by master
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Original Oil Abstract Still Life with Cheese Slices and Knife
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Original Oil Abstract Still Life with Cheese Slices and Knife
Artist: Roland Pichard
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
$426 Sale Price
30% Off
Legend, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Iryna Kastsova
Located in Yardley, PA
. Impressionism. Written expressively, palette knife. Used high quality materials. Oil painting on canvas. It is
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Splash, Painting, Oil on Paper
By Tiffany Blaise
Located in Yardley, PA
Oil, ink and cold wax painting on paper created with a palette knife on Arches oil paper. This
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
"FLORES" OIL ON PANEL APPLIED BY PALETTE KNIFE DATED 1962
By Jose Vives-Atsara
Located in San Antonio, TX
: Oil on Panel Applied by Palette Knife
Dated 1962
"Flores"
Biography
Jose Vives-Atsara (1919-2004)
His
Category
1960s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
"PATIO Y CASAS" CATALONIA SPAIN OIL APPLIED BY PALETTE KNIFE TEXAS ARTIST 1975
By Jose Vives-Atsara
Located in San Antonio, TX
Bank and the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce. For his vibrant oil paintings, he used only nine colors
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
George Weissbort (1928-2013) - 20th Century Oil, Knife, Jug and Apple
By George Weissbort
Located in Corsham, GB
An atmospheric still life study depicting an apple, knife and jug on a wooden table. Unsigned. On
Category
20th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Maui Afternoon, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
An original palette knife seascape oil painting of Sugar Cove on Maui with a view towards the
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Harvest, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, jar, knife, blade, still life, classical, oil painting, blackHarvestDavid Qiyi Liu
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
"STILL COAST" OIL ON PANEL APPLIED BY PALETTE KNIFE FRAMED 33 X 38.75
By Jose Vives-Atsara
Located in San Antonio, TX
: Oil on Panel Applied by Palette Knife
"Still Coast"
Biography
Jose Vives-Atsara (1919-2004)
His list
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Reflections, Abstract Oil Painting
By Morgan Fite
Located in San Francisco, CA
, muted, ethereal, autumn, fall, October, palette knife, abstract, nature, oil painting, green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Coral Reef was made underwater at the depth of 6 meters
Located in Zofingen, AG
time of the underwater painting session.
Style: underwater expressionism
Technique: palette knife oil
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Flowers of the Ocean was created underwater at the depth of 7 m
Located in Zofingen, AG
: palette knife oil painting
Olga is an artist and scuba diving instructor, she draw her inspiration from
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
$1,901 Sale Price
20% Off
Resolve, Abstract Oil Painting
By Janet Hamilton
Located in San Francisco, CA
>Words that describe this painting: texture, colorful, spring, energy, linear, palette knife
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"FLOWERS" #800 OIL ON PANEL APPLIED WITH PALETTE KNIFE. DATED 1969
By Jose Vives-Atsara
Located in San Antonio, TX
: Oil Applied by Palette Knife on Panel
1969
"Flowers" 800
Biography
Jose Vives-Atsara (1919-2004)
His
Category
1960s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
"FLOWERS" #801 OIL ON PANEL APPLIED WITH PALETTE KNIFE. DATED 1969
By Jose Vives-Atsara
Located in San Antonio, TX
: Oil Applied by Palette Knife on Panel
1969
"Flowers" 801
Biography
Jose Vives-Atsara (1919-2004)
His
Category
1960s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Landscape 1, Abstract Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
/>Words that describe this painting: rust, texture, cool, palette knife, abstract, oil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Ocean
s Jewels, Abstract Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, palette knife, mark making, scratch, abstract, oil painting, greenOcean's JewelsDorothy
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Connected, Abstract Oil Painting
By George Peebles
Located in San Francisco, CA
: abstract, movement, palette knife, oilpaint, gestural, abstract, oil painting, blue, beige
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Unwithered, Abstract Oil Painting
By Morgan Fite
Located in San Francisco, CA
, nature, oil painting, greenUnwitheredMorgan FiteOil painting on stretched canvas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Field of Flowers Oil on Panel Palette Knife Mexican Artist 14 x 19 framed
Located in Houston, TX
known for using a pallete knife with deep strokes. You can see the thickness of the paint on his
Category
Early 2000s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"FLOWERS" STILL LIFE OIL ON CANVAS APPLIED BY PALETTE KNIFE DATED 2001
By Jose Vives-Atsara
Located in San Antonio, TX
Medium: Oil on Canvas Applied by Palette Knife
Dated 2001
"Flowers"
Biography
Jose Vives-Atsara (1919
Category
Early 2000s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Silent Morning, Abstract Oil Painting
By Ronda Waiksnis
Located in San Francisco, CA
, river, foliage, riverbank, woods, palette knife, abstract, nature, oil painting, green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Jack-Knifing The Lead Team
By Robert Elwell
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Signed Lower Left.
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Evening Comes, Abstract Oil Painting
By Ronda Waiksnis
Located in San Francisco, CA
knife, abstract, nature, oil painting, greyEvening ComesRonda WaiksnisOil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Autumn Rain, Abstract Oil Painting
By Janet Hamilton
Located in San Francisco, CA
, palette knife, season, abstract, oil painting, orangeAutumn RainJanet HamiltonOil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"SUNSET" COSTA BRAVA SPAIN OIL ON PANEL APPLIED BY PALETTE KNIFE FRAMED 39 X 49
By Jose Vives-Atsara
Located in San Antonio, TX
Medium: Oil on Panel Applied by Palette Knife
Dated 1977-1978
"Sunset" Costa Brava Spain
Biography
Jose
Category
1970s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Landscape
s Reminder, Abstract Oil Painting
By Ronda Waiksnis
Located in San Francisco, CA
, creek, sky, palette knife, reflection, abstract, nature, oil painting, greyLandscape’s
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Secret Cove Beach, Maui, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
An original palette knife seascape oil painting of Sugar Cove on Maui with a view towards the
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Amethyst Surprise, Abstract Oil Painting
By Janet Hamilton
Located in San Francisco, CA
.Words that describe this painting: texture, abstract, landscape, oilpaint, palette knife
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Purple Haze, Abstract Oil Painting
By Janet Hamilton
Located in San Francisco, CA
, textured, palette knife, abstract, oil painting, beigePurple HazeJanet HamiltonOil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Olive Press, Abstract Oil Painting
By Morgan Fite
Located in San Francisco, CA
, nature, oil painting, greenOlive PressMorgan FiteOil painting on stretched
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"FLOWERS" OIL ON PANEL APPLIED WITH PALETTE KNIFE SAN ANTONIO ARTIST (1919-2004)
By Jose Vives-Atsara
Located in San Antonio, TX
: Oil on Panel Applied by Palette Knife
"Flowers"
Biography
Jose Vives-Atsara (1919-2004)
His list of
Category
20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
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Knife Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of knife oil paintings is available on 1stDibs. A selection of these works in the Impressionist, Contemporary and Modern styles can be found today in our inventory. These items have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. You can search the knife oil paintings that we have for sale on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, black, gray and blue. Maya Green, Jose Vives-Atsara, Marcel Demagny, Barbara Sussberg and Martin Llewellyn took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in oil paint, paint and fabric.
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Knife oil paintings can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $4,100, while the lowest priced sells for $135 and the highest can go for as much as $94,000.
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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 Knife 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, 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.
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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