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19th Century American School Nautical Painting
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century American School Nautical Painting. Wonderful oil on panel maritime painting of steam
Category
Antique 19th Century American American Classical Paintings
Materials
Wood
16th C. Portuguese Renaissance Painting “Our Lady of Navigators”.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
era’s maritime expansion. The oil painting is created on a piece of hand shaved wood panel. It gives the
Category
Antique 16th Century Portuguese Renaissance Paintings
Materials
Wood
Vintage Danish mid-century painting of coastal landscape in warm afternoon light
Located in Ebberup, DK
Original vintage Danish maritime landscape oil on canvas painting in warm and earthy tones. This
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
Hin Qua Attrib: Chinese Export "Anita" Ship Painting on Canvas C. 1869
Located in Atlanta, GA
Painting on Canvas C. 1869.
A well accomplished oil on canvas maritime painting of the "Anita" maritime
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood, Paint
$7,160 Sale Price
20% Off
"Brandt Rock" by the reknowned historic artist Richard Hayley Lever
By Hayley Lever
Located in Rockport, MA
and maritime painting.
Medium: Oil on board
Painting size without frame: 6"x9"
Signed lower right
Category
Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Fishing boats and fishermen at the port
Located in Genève, GE
a refined yet lively maritime subject.
• Harbor oil painting
• Fishing boats oil on canvas
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sailing boats in Evening by coast Dutch School 19th century
Located in Hillsborough, NC
Fine, aged maritime painting of sailing ships in a late evening sky, this oil painting is on old
Category
Early 19th Century Dutch School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil, Board
$742 Sale Price
25% Off
1950s Italian Bar Cabinet with Dutch Maritime Oil Painting
Located in North Miami, FL
features a classical maritime oil painting with 17th Century Dutch vessels. Each of the original brass keys
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Brass
Run Softly Till I end My Song
By France Jodoin
Located in Boston, MA
has been largely focused upon landscape and maritime oil paintings. These scenes are metaphors for
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Oil on Board Maritime Painting
Located in Stamford, CT
Charming harbor scene in custom frame.
Category
20th Century American Paintings
In the Port - 21st Century Contemporary Oil Maritime Painting
Located in Singapore, SG
lower right: Ushakov
— Size: 27 × 35 cm (10.6 × 13.8 inches)
— Medium: Oil on canvas
— Genre: Landscape
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1940s Florida Highwaymen Style Landscape Oil Painting of Maritime Scene
By Shirley Plaut Schaefer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Schaefer depicts a maritime scene using local color and controlled brushstrokes through her
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Antique Dutch Oil Painting Ship Maritime Seascape Art
Located in Potters Bar, Herts
Gorgeous antique Dutch oil painting of a ship.
Love the muted colour scheme, very characterful
Category
Vintage 1940s Paintings
Oil On Canvas Maritime Seascape
Located in Woodbury, CT
An oil on canvas whaling scene by Robert Jordan featuring a scene from Melville's 'Moby Dick' with
Category
20th Century American Paintings
The “Red Jacket” on Open Seas - Montague Dawson - Maritime Painting
By Montague Dawson
Located in NEW YORK, NY
MONTAGUE DAWSON
British, 1895–1973
The “Red Jacket” on Open Seas
Signed MONTAGUE DAWSON
Oil on
Category
Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The "Carrie Reed" under Full Sail, Oil on Canvas, British Maritime
By Montague Dawson
Located in NEW YORK, NY
titled on the stretcher
Oil on canvas
20¼ x 24¼ inches (51.4 x 61.6 cm)
Framed: 26½ x 30¾ (67.3 x 78.1 cm
Category
Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Early 20th Century American Maritime Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 20th Century American Maritime Oil Painting
Wonderful American maritime oil painting
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Maritime Oil Painting Ship Clipper Victorian Seascape
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous Victorian style oil painting of a clipper boat
Sails are bellowing as the clipper cuts
Category
Vintage 1980s Paintings
Materials
Paint
Rogan Maritime Oil Painting on canvas Sailing Ship Seascape Framed Nautical Art
Located in Palm Coast, FL
A vibrant and energetic maritime oil painting depicting a majestic clipper ship cutting through
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Maritime Oil Painting, Frederick Calvert, circa 1830
Located in Portland, OR
Antique maritime oil on canvas painting by Frederick Calvert (1785-1845). A good maritime painting
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Paintings
Materials
Paint
Huge Maritime Oil Painting Classic Sailing Ship Choppy Waters
By John Stewart
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Nearly Home
by John Stewart, British born 1948
oil painting on canvas, framed
signed lower right
Category
Late 20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Maritime Oil Painting by American Marine Artist Marshall Johnson
By Marshall Johnson
Located in Stamford, CT
Signed oil on canvas by award winning American marine artist Marshall Johnson
(1850 - 1921) of
Category
Antique 1880s American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Fine British Maritime Oil Painting - Shipping in Rough Seas - Signed
By Robert Dumont-Smith
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Beautiful marine oil painting by the well listed 20th century British painter, Robert Dumont-Smith
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
British Nautical Maritime Oil Painting “Moonglow - Foochow” by Henry Scott
By Henry Scott
Located in Shippensburg, PA
HENRY SCOTT R.S.A.
British, 1911-2005
"Moonglow - Foochow"
Oil on panel signed lower left
Category
20th Century British Paintings
Materials
Paint
Fine British Maritime Oil Painting - Fishing Boat on Rough Seas - Signed
By Robert Dumont-Smith
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Beautiful marine oil painting by the well listed 20th century British painter, Robert Dumont-Smith
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Evening Salute Fine 18th century English Maritime oil painting on canvas
By Peter Monamy
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Evening Salute
attributed to Peter Monamy (British 1681-1749)
oil painting on canvas, framed
Category
Early 18th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th Century British Maritime Oil Painting Shipping in Rough Seas - Old Port
By Abraham Hulk the Younger
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Fine quality late 19th century British marine oil painting by the well listed Dutch born artist
Category
Late 19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Dutch, 19th Century maritime oil painting of fishermen in choppy waters, Holland
By Abraham Hulk the Elder
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
, Holland
Oil on canvas
10.1/4 x 15.1/8 in .(26 x 38.5 cm.)
In a gilded composite frame with beaded and
Category
19th Century Academic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sid Willis "Sails" Model Ship Still Life Maritime Oil Painting on Board Framed
Located in Dayton, OH
"Vintage Sidney Willis (aka Sid, b.1930), still life oil painting featuring model stailboats
Category
20th Century American Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
Fine French Marine Oil Painting Fishing Boat on Rough Seas - Listed Artist
By Jean Laurent
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Beautiful maritime oil painting by the well listed and respected French artist, Jean Laurent (1898
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Biaggi - Early 20th Century Oil, Return From Fishing
Located in Corsham, GB
This maritime oil painting depicts a collection of fishing boats coming into dock with colourful
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Framed Nautical Seascape Oil Painting Signed K. Dossi Maritime Ship Artwork
Located in Palm Coast, FL
) recognized for detailed and expressive maritime oil paintings. Though biographical data is limited, Dossi’s
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Untitled (California Coast)
By Jon Blanchette
Located in Denver, CO
An original marine/maritime oil painting of the California coastline by American artist, Jon
Category
Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
JAMES HARDY - LARGE SIGNED OIL - 19thC AMERICAN FRIGATE SHIPS OFF CITY COASTLINE
By James Hardy
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
, framed
painting: 20 x 30 inches
framed: 25 x 35 inches
Fine maritime oil painting by the British
Category
1990s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Man o War Portsmouth Harbour Large Historical Marine Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
verso
oil painting on panel, framed
panel: 16 x 24 inches
framed: 23 x 31 inches
Fine quality maritime
Category
20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pair of original Maritime/Sailboat Oil Paintings
By Caroline Bell
Located in Denver, CO
Two original oil paintings, each measures 5 ½ x 6 ¾ x ¾ inches. Image size is 4 ½ x 5 ¾ inches
Category
20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage Regency British Maritime Original Oil Painting
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking vintage Regency original oil painting. A beautiful maritime composition of sailing ships
Category
Early 20th Century English Regency Paintings
Materials
Paint
Pair Antique French Oil on Canvas Maritime Paintings
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Antique French Oil on Canvas Maritime Paintings
Category
Antique 19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Signed Belgian Nautical Maritime Coastal Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Nottingham, GB
Maritime Coastal Landscape Oil Painting
Category
Antique 19th Century Paintings
Materials
Paint
Moonlight - St Ives - British Maritime Seascape Oil Painting by Julius Olsson
By Julius Olsson
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Signed oil on canvas seascape circa 1910 by British Maritime painter Julius Olsson. This truly
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Exceptional and Detailed Maritime Painting 18th C Battle Scene Oil Painting
Located in Kingston, NY
Maritime Painting 18th C Battle Scene on Oil Painting on Cradled Wood Panel.Very dramatic and very
Category
20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Antique Irish Oil Canvas Fishing Maritime Painting William P Rogers Dublin 1870
By William P. Rogers
Located in Portland, OR
A good & whimsical oil on canvas painting by the Irish painter William P. Rogers (fl 1846-1872
Category
1870s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Oil Painting Ostend Maritime Ship Signed Pauwels Antique Art
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Wonderful expressionist treatment of a maritime seascape
Oil painting is by Henri Joseph Pauwels
Category
Vintage 1930s Paintings
Materials
Other
Maritime 695
By Jérémie Iordanoff
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Maritime 695
2018
Oil on canvas
92 x 73 cm
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Beth Dacey, "Sailor in Yellow Gear", 40x30 Maritime Boat Oil Painting on Canvas
By Beth Dacey
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This piece, "Sailor in Yellow Gear", is a 40x30 oil painting on canvas by artist Beth Dacey
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
After Henry Redmore "Dutch Coast" Nautical Maritime Seascape Oil Painting
Located in Nottingham, GB
After Henry Redmore "Dutch Coast" Nautical Maritime Seascape Oil Painting
Dimensions: 78 x 61cm
Category
20th Century Paintings
Materials
Paint, Wood
Antique Oil on Canvas Seascape Maritime Painting by G Sutcliffe
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Italian oil on canvas seascape maritime painting depicts sailing boat and ship on rough
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Paintings
Materials
Giltwood, Canvas
OIL PAINTING By LOUIS DODD 20th CENTURY NAVY / MARITIME PIECE GOLD GILT FRAME
By Louis Dodd
Located in Ferndown, GB
FINE 20th Century Piece By Louis Dodd SEASCAPE British old master oil Style painting in a Gold
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Battle of Quiberon Monumental British Maritime Nautical Naval Oil Painting
Located in Dayton, OH
Battle of Quiberon Monumental British maritime nautical naval oil painting, measures: 80
Category
Late 20th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
English Oil Painting Ship Sea Scape Maritime Art
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Wonderful English oil painting of a ship in a vivid blue ocean
Artist has really captured the
Category
Vintage 1980s Paintings and Screens
Materials
Paint
Clipper Ship Seascape Oil Painting by Winnifred Ocean Nautical Maritime
Located in Dayton, OH
Oil on canvas seascape painting featuring a sailing ship on a choppy ocean, signed Winnifred lower
Category
20th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Vintage Jim Thompson English Maritime Realist Harbor Seascape Oil Painting
By Jim Thompson
Located in Dayton, OH
showing fishermen and sailboats on partly cloudy day with seagulls all around. The painting is on canvas
Category
Late 20th Century British Colonial Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Signed Rafael Diaz MCM Maritime/Nautical/Coastal Sailboat Harbor Oil Painting
Located in Mckinney, TX
. Painting is oil on canvas framed in a creamy white narrow frame with a natural linen mat section. Signed by
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Castellar, Alpes-Maritimes
By Gabriel Deschamps
Located in Belgravia, London, London
Castellar, Alpes-Maritimes
by Gabriel Deschamps
French 1919 - 2011
Oil on canvas
Canvas size: 18 x
Category
20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique 19th Century Oil Painting on Board Naval Officer Portrait Maritime
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique oil on board portrait painting depicting a 19th century naval officer. The gentleman is in
Category
Antique 19th Century Federal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Maritime Nautical Seascape Henry Scott Oil Painting “Harvey Mills” Boston Harbor
By Henry Scott
Located in Shippensburg, PA
, Boston, with Governors Island in the Distance
Oil on canvas signed lower left titled to the reverse on
Category
20th Century English Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Signed Nautical Maritime Coastal Scene Oil Painting on Panel Early 20th Century
Located in Nottingham, GB
Coastal Scene Oil Painting on Panel Early 20th Century
Category
Early 20th Century Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
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Maritime Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of maritime oil paintings is available on 1stDibs. Browse a selection of Impressionist, Old Masters or Modern versions of these works for sale today — there are 10 Impressionist, 4 Old Masters, 1 Contemporary, 1 Expressionist and 1 Modern examples available. These items have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a colorful piece of art to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — see the maritime oil paintings on 1stDibs that include elements of brown, gray, black, beige and more. These artworks have been a part of the life’s work for many artists, but the versions made by Robert Dumont-Smith, Antonio Jacobsen, Robert Moore (b.1945), John Stewart and Caroline Bell are consistently popular. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in oil paint, paint and canvas.
How Much are Maritime Oil Paintings?
The average selling price for maritime oil paintings we offer is $1,903, while they’re typically $400 on the low end and $89,800 for the highest priced.
Questions About Maritime Oil Paintings
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
- 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.
- 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.
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