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Early Morning in Maine
By Pauline Stack
Located in Soquel, CA
Beautiful oil painting titled "Early Morning in Maine" by Pauline Hopkins Stack (American, Early
Category

1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Self taught Artist Philip Barter Boothbay Maine Landscape Painting
By Philip Barter
Located in Rockport, MA
sky with expressive clouds and birds soaring above. The painting captures the energy and movement of a
Category

20th Century Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

River Rd, Eliot Maine
Located in North Clarendon, VT
Beautiful Maine impressionist painting, River Rd in Eliot Maine by artist Mercedes de Cordoba
Category

1920s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"September Seas, Ogunquit, Maine"
By Fred Pye
Located in Southampton, NY
painting is an oil on canvas and is signed lower right. It is titled verso and dated verso on top stretcher
Category

1930s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique American Impressionist Fall in Maine Nicely Framed Landscape Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American impressionist landscape oil painting by Arthur E. Ward (1863 - 1928). OIl on
Category

1910s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th century cat portrait painting - "Le Chat " - Ragamuffin - Maine coon
Located in Aartselaar, BE
Adorable 19th century cat painting "Le Chat" painted by Alexandre Clarys This mesmerising cat
Category

Late 19th Century Romantic Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Summer Afternoon, Maine Coast
By Robert Maione
Located in Wiscasset, ME
in New York City and Vermont and traveled widely painting in Mexico, throughout Central and South
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portland Head Lighthouse, Maine
By G. Story
Located in Soquel, CA
Vibrant landscape of Portland Head Lighthouse in Maine by G. Story (American, 20th Century), 1942
Category

1940s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

Trip in Maine
By Marion Buricatu
Located in Boston, MA
! She found she had a knack for oil painting, and began painting originals and teaching her own classes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Mixed Media, Oil

Vintage American Abstract Modernist Mohegan Maine Painting by Morris M Shulman
By Morris Shulman
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique modernist abstract painting by Morris M Shulman (1912 - 1978). Oil on canvas, circa 1952
Category

1950s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portland Maine Early 1900 s Impressionist Harbor Scene Antique American Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American impressionist harbor scene oil painting. Oil on board. Titled verso. Framed
Category

1890s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

“Orr’s Inland, Casco Bay Maine”
Located in Southampton, NY
Orr's Island is an island in Casco Bay and the Gulf of Maine, part of the Atlantic Ocean. The
Category

1920s Folk Art Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Monhegan Island Art Colony Maine - Mid Century Original Oil by Margaret Herrick
By Margaret Cox Herrick
Located in Soquel, CA
Painterly, colorful impressionist painting of a tree lined path on a sunny hillside overlooking
Category

1940s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"Off the Coast of Maine" oil original Newcomb Macklin frame, Charles P Gruppe
By Charles Paul Gruppe
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Off The Coast Of Maine oil Charles Gruppe 30.25 x 40 framed in original Newcomb Macklin frame
Category

Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Andre Gisson The Beach Ogunquit Maine
By André Gisson
Located in San Francisco, CA
Maine where he painted this gem. This oil on canvas measures 16 inches wide by 12 high. The original
Category

1970s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"(Forest Landscape) Deer Isle, Maine"
By Mercedes Matter
Located in Lambertville, NJ
and Europe, and by age six, was painting under her father's direction. She later studied with Hans
Category

20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Impressionist Summer view of Ogunquit Maine
Located in Buffalo, NY
Impressionist summer view of Ogunquit Maine. Oil on board, circa 1930. Unsigned. Displayed in a
Category

1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

On-coming Tide, Winter Harbor, Maine
Located in Fairlawn, OH
On-coming Tide, Winter Harbor, Maine Oil on artist's board, 1971 Signed lower right Signed, titled
Category

1970s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Maine Warm Winter (Plein Air Landscape Painting of Farm Winter Scene with Barns)
By Judy Reynolds
Located in Hudson, NY
in the distance "Maine Warm Winter" by Hudson Valley artist, Judy Reynolds, painted in 2021 oil on
Category

2010s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

American POINTILLISM Impressionist MAINE COASTAL Seascape Landscape
By Frank Reed Whiteside
Located in New York, NY
extremely vibrant and sunny scene with trees and Maine coastal beaches in the back. Very cute little
Category

Early 20th Century Pointillist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Early 20th Century Nocturnal Coast of Maine
By Frederick K. Detwiller
Located in Soquel, CA
Beautiful early 20th Century nocturnal painting of Maine titled Moon Showers by listed artist
Category

1920s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Monhegan Maine Modernist View by Morris Shulman
By Morris Shulman
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist abstract landscape painting by Morris Shulman (1912-1978). Oil on board, circa 1940
Category

1940s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Willows in Maine, by James Edward Fitzgerald
By James Fitzgerald
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist painting of Willow trees by James Edward Fitzgerald (1899-1971) . Oil on board, circa
Category

1930s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Modernist View of a Monhegan Maine Beach
By Alex Minewski
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist abstracted view of a beach by Alexander Minewski (1917 - 1979). Oil on board, circa
Category

1940s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Hangin Out To Dry" Sunny Maine Fall Scene
By Jacobus Baas
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
An atmospheric oil painted on location in Maine by noted California artist Jacobus Baas, "Hanging
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Bog Brook Cove, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Mark David Smith
Located in Yardley, PA
Lobster boat on the coast of Maine. Oil on canvas. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

American Artist Carlton Plummer Watercolor Salmagundi Club label Maine Boatyard
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Maine Boatyard watercolor from the Salmagundi Club with label The mat and backing will need to be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Turn of Century American Figurative Maine Lobster Fisherman - Grandfather s Joy
Located in Soquel, CA
Turn of Century American Figurative Maine Lobster Fisherman - Grandfather's Joy A Old Lobster
Category

Early 1900s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Sailboats Fishing off the Eastport Maine Coast - Fishermen - Sailing Sail Boat
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Born in St. Louis, Missouri, George Ennis was an easel painter known for his Oil paintings
Category

1920s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Noon Silence By A Pond, " Karl Schrag, Bright Colorful Maine Landscape
By Karl Schrag
Located in New York, NY
Karl Schrag (1912 - 1995) Noon Silence By A Pond, circa 1959 Oil on canvas 46 x 42 inches Signed
Category

1960s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Early 20th Century Coast of Maine Seascape -- Rocks Near Pemaquid Lighthouse
Located in Soquel, CA
Wonderful early 20th Century seascape of the coast of Maine "Rocks near Pemaquid Lighthouse" by Ada
Category

1920s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

The Big-Top at Night , California Modernist, Santa Cruz, University of Maine
By Jonathan Taylor
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
, Maine, and, subsequently at the University of Maine. He currently lives and paints in San Jose and shows
Category

1990s Modern Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Still Life with Wine , California Modernist, Santa Cruz, University of Maine
By Jonathan Taylor
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
. This listed California artist first studied art at the College of the Atlantic in Bal Harbor, Maine
Category

Early 2000s Still-life Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil

Antique American Modernist Abstract Landscape Morris Shulman Signed Oil Painting
By Morris M. Shulman
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American modernist abstract Maine landscape painting.. Oil and gouache on board, circa
Category

1950s Abstract Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Stormy Inlet", oil painting, landscape, abstract, water, blues, grays, browns
By Catherine Picard-Gibbs
Located in Franklin, MA
gestural oil painting on canvas is painted in a palette of grays, browns, purples, blues, and greens and
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Theodore Tihansky (American, b. 1953- d. 2019) Monhegan Island, Maine painting.
By Theodore Tihansky
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Theodore Tihansky (American, 1953-2019) Monhegan Island, Maine landscape. Abstract oil painting on
Category

20th Century American Contemporary Art

Materials

Wood, Paint

Monhegan Cottage, Maine, original marine landscape oil painting
By Neal Hughes
Located in Spring Lake, NJ
Long a haven for artists, Monhegan Island, Maine, offers endless possibilities to study and create
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Rockport, Maine
By Leon Kroll
Located in New York, NY
Signed lower left: “Kroll”�
Category

1910s Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Maine Landscape
By James Weeks
Located in Carmel-by-the-sea, CA
Oil on Canvas
Category

1960s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Maine Woods
By John Nichols Haapanen
Located in Boothbay Harbor, ME
1936 is Boothbay Harbor, Maine. Haapanen studied art with Ernest Lee Major (1864-1950), W. F. Brown
Category

Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Moonlight, Maine
By Donald Jurney
Located in Wenham, MA
A beautiful oil painting on linen panel by master artist Donald Jurney. This piece is framed in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Eastport, Maine
By Charles Curtis Allen
Located in Boothbay Harbor, ME
painting New England, this particular painting is of the small coastal village of Eastport. An American
Category

Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Maine Oil by W.E. Norton
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Beautiful small oil on board by listed artist W.E. Norton of Old Orchard Beach in Maine, 1873
Category

Antique 19th Century American Paintings

Souvenirs of Maine
By Ernest Fiene
Located in New York, NY
Based in New York and Woodstock, Fiene had numerous exhibitions in New York with Rehn Galleries and Kraushaar Galleries in the 1930s and 1940s, and later with Midtown Galleries in th...
Category

1940s Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Marine Maine, JW0055
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Washington Depot,, CT
oil on wood
Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood

Goose Rocks Maine
By Margaret Gerding
Located in Boston, MA
Original work of art
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Monhegan Harbor (Maine)
By Karl Schmidt (b.1890)
Located in Boothbay Harbor, ME
Born in Worcester, MA on Jan. 11, 1890. Schmidt began drawing and painting when quite young
Category

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Cove, Long Island, Maine
By John Edward Heliker
Located in New York, NY
Materials

Oil, Canvas

Halcyon Days in Maine
By Joseph Barbieri
Located in Boston, MA
Frame is handmade and painted by the artist.
Category

2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Deering Oaks Park (Portland, Maine)
By Rupert Lovejoy
Located in Boothbay Harbor, ME
him on his painting trips in the countryside of Maine. In 1918 Griffin had acquired an old colonial
Category

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Grey Day, Boothbay Harbor (Maine)
By Cora S. Brooks
Located in Boothbay Harbor, ME
Plastic Club where it is said that an amazing 64 out of 88 paintings sold. She won prizes from the
Category

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Along the Maine Coast, original 30x34 impressionist marine landscape
By James McGinley
Located in Spring Lake, NJ
Along the Maine coast, the surf can be turbulent, the tide ferocious, the skies exquisite, the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

View of Passamaquoddy Bay, East Port, Maine
Located in Litchfield, CT
American Artist unidentified 24 1/4" x 32" framed The view shows figures in the foreground, one on horseback and sailboats in the bay with mountains in the distance.
Category

Antique 19th Century American Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Paper

Oil on Board of Peaks Island in Maine Signed George M. Hathaway 1853-1903
Located in Boston, MA
Oil on board of Peak’s Island in Maine Artist-signed George M. Hathaway. You can see the coastline
Category

Antique 1890s American Other Paintings

Materials

Wood

Oil on Canvas Portrait of a Maine Coon Tabby Cat Dated to 1916 from Rokeby Park
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
The charming early 20th century oil on canvas, presented unframed, depicting a Maine Coone tabby
Category

Vintage 1910s English High Victorian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Albion Remains
By Brian Kliewer
Located in Wenham, MA
The title of this oil painting by Maine artist, Brian Kliewer refers to a line in a song by Led
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Realistic detailed oil painting of a Maine Coon cat painting in frame
By Beth de Loiselle
Located in Charleston, US
Beth de Loiselle's "Maine Coon" , a detailed realist cat painting of a Maine Coon cat with a trompe
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

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Maine Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are several options of maine oil paintings available for sale. Today, if you’re looking for Post-Impressionist editions of these works and are unable to find the perfect match for your home, our selection also includes Abstract. These items have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add a maine oil paintings that pops against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of gray, brown, black, purple and more. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Jacobus Baas, Nancy Franke, Keith Oehmig, Alan Gussow and Michael Budden are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and fabric, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much are Maine Oil Paintings?

Prices for art of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — maine oil paintings in our inventory begin at $495 and can go as high as $58,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,575.

Finding the Right Landscape-paintings for You

It could be argued that cave walls were the canvases for the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict and elevate natural scenery through art, but there is a richer history to consider.

The Netherlands was home to landscapes as a major theme in painting as early as the 1500s, and ink-on-silk paintings in China featured mountains and large bodies of water as far back as the third century. Greeks created vast wall paintings that depicted landscapes and grandiose garden scenes, while in the late 15th century and early 16th century, landscapes were increasingly the subject of watercolor works by the likes of Leonardo da Vinci and Fra Bartolomeo.

The popularity of religious paintings eventually declined altogether, and by the early 19th century, painters of classical landscapes took to painting out-of-doors (plein-air painting). Paintings of natural scenery were increasingly realistic but romanticized too. Into the 20th century, landscapes remained a major theme for many artists, and while the term “landscape painting” may call to mind images of lush, grassy fields and open seascapes, the genre is characterized by more variety, colors and diverse styles than you may think. Painters working in the photorealist style of landscape painting, for example, seek to create works so lifelike that you may confuse their paint for camera pixels. But if you’re shopping for art to outfit an important room, the work needs to be something with a bit of gravitas (and the right frame is important, too).

Adding a landscape painting to your home can introduce peace and serenity within the confines of your own space. (Some may think of it as an aspirational window of sorts rather than a canvas.) Abstract landscape paintings by the likes of Korean painter Seungyoon Choi or Georgia-based artist Katherine Sandoz, on the other hand, bring pops of color and movement into a room. These landscapes refuse to serve as a background. Elsewhere, Adam Straus’s technology-inspired paintings highlight how our extreme involvement with our devices has removed us from the glory of the world around us. Influenced by modern life and steeped in social commentary, Straus’s landscape paintings make us see our surroundings anew.

Whether you’re seeking works by the world’s most notable names or those authored by underground legends, find a vast collection of landscape paintings on 1stDibs.

Questions About Maine Oil Paintings
  • La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021
    Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There is much debate about what the main theme of Western painting is. Some art historians state that the theme is the representation of the human form. However, others argue that it is more about how artists perceive the world and choose to present it. Early Western art typically had religious or mythological themes. You'll find a large collection of Western paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Fauvism is a style of painting that includes a few, distinct characteristics. It’s known for a radical use of unnatural colors, shows strong expression and emotions, and reflects bold brush strokes. Shop a collection of authentic Fauvism-style paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    Jan 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 ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Oil 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.
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An 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, 2024
    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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You 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, 2024
    To 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, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2022
    The 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, 2024
    A 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, 2024
    The 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, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2022
    To 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, 2023
    Because 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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, 2022
    To 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.

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