Question 1

How do I find the artist of a painting?

Accepted Answer

To find the artist of a painting, first try photographing the painting with your smartphone and the artist's signature. Then, conduct a reverse image search on Google using the photographs, and study the results to see if you can determine the artist's name. You can also try using the app Smartify to scan the image and see if it appears in its database. If you have difficulty identifying the artist, consult a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of fine art.

Question 2

How do I identify an artist’s painting?

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To identify an artist's painting, first try using the app Smartify. It allows you to take a photo of the artist's signature, and then it automatically searches a large database to identify who made it. If this search yields no results, you can try performing a reverse image search using a photo of the signature or the entire painting. Once you know who the artist is, you can use trusted online resources to determine the name and age of the piece. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer evaluate your painting and identify it for you. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of paintings.

Question 3

Who is the artist that paints bunnies?

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Hunt Slonem is the artist who is known for painting bunnies. The American Neo-Expressionist painter also depicts other animals like tropical birds and butterflies in his work. Much of the inspiration for his paintings comes from his own aviary. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Hunt Slonem art.

Question 4

What is painted Mexican pottery called?

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Although many types of pottery are produced by Mexican artisans, the most well-known painted Mexican pottery is called Talavera. Pueblo potters began handcrafting Talavera pieces out of volcanic clay in this style during the 17th century. Talavera pottery typically features bright, colorful motifs, such as floral patterns. Explore a selection of painted Mexican pottery on 1stDibs.

Question 5

How do I find an artist of oil paintings?

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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.

Question 6

How do I find the artist of an oil painting?

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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.

Question 7

Which artist is famous for painting apples?

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There are actually two artists who are considered famous for painting apples. One is Paul Cézanne, who is best known for his still-life paintings, many of which contained apples. Examples of these works include The Basket of Apples and Still Life with Apples. Another painter associated with apples is René Magritte, whose Surrealist paintings often used apples as a symbol for original sin. Notable apple paintings by Magritte include The Son of Man and The Listening Room. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of fine art.

Question 8

What Photorealist artist painted diners?

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The Photorealist who painted diners is John Baeder. He is an American painter who is considered a frontrunner in the Photorealist movement. Baeder is known for his detailed paintings and prints of roadside diners. His work can be found in the collections of the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York, the Norton Museum of Art in ​​West Palm Beach, Florida and the Denver Art Museum in Denver, Colorado. On 1stDibs, shop a range of John Baeder art.

Question 9

What artist is known for stripe painting?

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One artist best known for stripe painting is Bridget Riley. Since the 1970s, Riley has been experimenting with color, creating works like Nataraja (1993), made up of columns of brightly hued diagonal stripes that seem to pulse rhythmically. By using stripes to instill life, movement and energy into flat, geometric forms, she helped pioneer Op art. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Bridget Riley art.

Question 10

What are the key elements of Mexican folk painting?

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Mexican folk painting has several key elements, including a use of bright colors and representation of natural beauty. Flora and fauna are common subjects. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted Mexican folk paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers.

Question 11

Who was the first artist to use oil paint?

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The name of the first artist to use oil paints isn't known. However, historians have traced the use of oils back to 7th-century Afghanistan. There, Buddhist artists used oil paintings to produce religious artworks. One of the first artists to be famous for their use of oil paints was Jan van Eyck, a Flemish artist who was active from 1422 to 1441. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of oil paintings.

Question 12

How do you identify an artist's oil painting signature?

Accepted Answer

To identify an artist's oil painting signature, you can try photographing it with your smartphone and then conducting a reverse image search using a trusted search engine. You can also search for the name and consult trusted online resources to learn more about the artist. If these methods don't result in a successful identification, a certified art appraiser or art dealer may be able to assist you. Shop a range of oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.

Question 13

What famous artist puts a mouse in his paintings?

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The famous artist who put a mouse in his paintings was Terence Cuneo. He began adding the mouse around 1954, one year after he served as the official painter for Elizabeth II's coronation. Cuneo was a distinguished British painter famous for his scenes of railways, horses and military action. Explore a variety of Terence Cuneo art on 1stDibs.

Question 14

Who is the artist of the painting “New York City?”

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The artist of the painting called "New York City" is the Dutch painter Piet Mondrian. He was a part of the De Stijl art movement, which emphasized depicting objects, scenes and figures as their basic geometric shapes in simple primary colors. You can see this approach reflected in "New York City," where the architecture of the Big Apple is depicted in simple grid lines in yellow, red and blue. Find a variety of abstract art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.

Question 15

Are paintings by unknown artists worth anything?

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Yes, paintings by unknown artists may be worth something in some cases. When a painting’s maker isn't a well-known artist or is completely anonymous, factors like the visual appeal, historical significance, previous ownership and condition will determine the value of a painting. A certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can evaluate your piece using these criteria and provide you with an estimated value for your art. Shop a wide range of paintings on 1stDibs.

Question 16

Who was a German artist who painted realistic portraits?

Accepted Answer

Although many artists may fit this description, a famous German artist who painted realistic portraits is Wilhelm Leibl. As a printmaker and painter, Leibl worked during the second half of the 19th century and created many paintings of German peasants in traditional dress. Some of his most notable works include Three Women in Church, Die Dorfpolitiker, Farm Girl with a White Head Scarf and Die junge Pariserin (Die Kokotte). On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Realist art.

Question 17

Which British artist is famous for his spot paintings?

Accepted Answer

The British artist famous for his spot paintings is Damien Hirst. He began producing these pieces in the 1980s. One example, the 2005 painting Xylene Cyanol Dye Solution, is striking for its machinelike uniformity and almost childlike simplicity, a seeming rebuke to the idea of the artist-as-genius. Hirst is the most prominent of the Young British Artists, or YBAs, who began exhibiting together in warehouses and factories in the 1980s. Hirst is known for his use of unconventional materials and “shock tactics” in his paintings, prints, sculptures and other works. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Damien Hirst art.

Question 18

Who was the famous artist and co-founder of the Hudson River School artists who painted historical paintings and romantic landscapes?

Accepted Answer

The famous artist and co-founder of the Hudson River School artists who painted historical paintings and romantic landscapes was Thomas Cole. Born in England, he immigrated to the U.S. in 1818. During a trip to the Catskills, he first began producing paintings, and his work helped establish the tradition of landscape art in America. Shop a large selection of Hudson River School paintings on 1stDibs.

Question 19

Which painting of Munch’s clearly established him as an artist to watch for?

Accepted Answer

The Scream was the painting of Munch’s that clearly established him as an artist to watch for. He produced the expressionist painting in 1893, and the piece remains widely known to this day. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Edvard Munch art.

Question 20

Why would the artist George Catlin’s paintings from the 1800s be considered a form of artistic documentation?

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The artist George Catlin's paintings from the 1800s are considered a form of artistic documentation because he depicted what he saw during his travels across North America. Catlin produced many images of Native Americans living their daily lives. In so doing, he provided a glimpse of what life was like for Indigenous people before the rapid westward expansion of settlers forcibly disrupted their traditions and culture. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of George Catlin art.

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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Lauren MantecónBeautiful and Gone, Mixed Media Abstract Painting, 2016

Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings

Leonardo NiermanLeonardo NIERMAN LARGE Original Signed OIL PAINTING Authentic Abstract Cosmic

Late 20th Century Op Art Abstract Paintings

Leonardo NiermanLeonardo NIERMAN Original Oil Painting On Board Signed Large Illusion Artwork

Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings

Leonardo NiermanLeonardo NIERMAN Oil Painting on Board Signed Large Abstract Original Cityscape

20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings

Leonardo NiermanLeonardo Nierman Original Oil Painting On Canvas Signed Abstract Cosmic Artwork

Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings

Leonardo NiermanLeonardo NIERMAN Original Oil Painting Signed Abstract Cosmic Artwork Framed SBO, 1960

Mid-20th Century Abstract Landscape Paintings

Leonardo NiermanLeonardo Nierman Original Painting Oil On Board Large Signed Cityscape Artwork

Mid-20th Century Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Leonardo NiermanLarge LEONARDO NIERMAN Original Signed OIL PAINTING on BOARD Abstract Art CAVE

Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings

Leonardo NiermanLEONARDO NIERMAN Original Signed OIL PAINTING on BOARD Abstract Art CITY Large

1950s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Leonardo NiermanLeonardo Nierman HUGE Original Oil Painting On Board Authentic Signed Art 40x67, 1959

20th Century Abstract Animal Paintings

Leonardo NiermanLeonardo Nierman Original Oil Painting On Board Large Abstract Bird Signed Art

1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Leonardo NiermanLeonardo Nierman Original Painting Oil On Board Cosmic Fire Abstract Signed Art, 1965

20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings

Leonardo NiermanLeonardo NIERMAN PAINTING Original Oil on Board Authentic Signed Cosmic Art HUGE

1970s Expressionist Paintings

Rufino TamayoRufino Tamayo Two Figures Dos Figuras de la Serie Sold Our Signed Limited Ed, 1973

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Expressionist Decorative Art

Frida Kahlo Self-Portrait, after Oil Painting by Expressionist Artist

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Alexis MataA very Literal Nature, 2021

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Alexis MataCalida, 2021

20th Century Abstract Abstract Sculptures

Leonardo NiermanLeonardo Nierman Abstract Bronze Sculpture Hand Signed Authentic Modern Artwork

Late 20th Century Abstract Abstract Sculptures

Leonardo NiermanLeonardo Nierman RARE Original Bronze Sculpture Hand Signed Abstract Modern Art

Late 20th Century Abstract Abstract Sculptures

Leonardo NiermanLeonardo Nierman Original Bronze Sculpture Stainless Steel Hand Signed Abstract, 1932 - 2000

20th Century Abstract Abstract Sculptures

Leonardo NiermanLeonardo Nierman BRONZE SCULPTURE Signed Original Artwork Abstract Wind Form SBO

1940s Naturalistic Landscape Paintings

Mabel Dodge Lujan The Pond, Landscape with house, New Mexico artist, signed, 1940s, Period frame, 1940 s

2010s Mexican Expressionist Paintings

Mexican Artist Guillermo Brockmann

20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Paintings

1960s Cubist Textured Painting by Mexican Artist - H Zenteno

Vintage 1950s Mexican Paintings

Paisaje Painting Signed by Mexican Artist Graciela Romo Curiel, 1953

1940s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Ernesto LinaresModernist Mexican Artist "Porters Garden" Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting

Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Paintings

1970s Fancy Rooster Oil Painting Modernist Artist Gustavo Martinez Mexico

2010s Mexican Expressionist Paintings

Mexican Artist Guillermo Brockmann, Lovely, 2017

1940s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Ernesto LinaresModernist Mexican Artist "Porters Garden" Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting

2010s Mexican Expressionist Paintings

Mexican Artist Guillermo Brockmann, “Chiwi 8”, 2016

2010s Mexican Expressionist Paintings

Mexican Artist Guillermo Brockmann, “Chula/Sweetheart”, 2016

1950s Modern Abstract Paintings

Sylvia Rutkoff"Mexican Night" 1950s Abstract Painting Female NYC Artist Brooklyn Museum, 1950s

1930s Impressionist Animal Paintings

Porfirio Salinas"BULLFIGHTER" MATADOR MEXICO MEXICAN CIRCA 1950s PORFIRIO SALINAS ARTIST, 20TH CENTURY

1940s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Berla Emeree"Adobe Run" Great West Texas or New Mexico Painting El Paso Artist, Circa 1940

1960s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Bill Bomar"Cliffs" New Mexico or Big Bend Texas. New Mexico / Fort Worth Artist, Circa 1960s

Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Mario Beauregard Modern Mexican Artist Abstract Oil on Canvas 1960s

20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Original Portrait By Mexican Listed Artist Juan Jose Segura Acapulco 1962

1990s Mexican Paintings

Mexican Artist, Gustavo Olguin, Modern Mixed Media Horse Wall Art, 97

1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Beatrice MandelmanBrazil #3, 1980s Abstract Acrylic Painting, New Mexico Female Artist. 48 x 36 in, 1989

1970s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Lauren Mantecón
Beautiful and Gone, Mixed Media Abstract Painting, 2016

Leonardo Nierman
Leonardo NIERMAN LARGE Original Signed OIL PAINTING Authentic Abstract Cosmic

Leonardo Nierman
Leonardo NIERMAN Original Oil Painting On Board Signed Large Illusion Artwork

Leonardo Nierman
Leonardo NIERMAN Oil Painting on Board Signed Large Abstract Original Cityscape

Leonardo Nierman
Leonardo Nierman Original Oil Painting On Canvas Signed Abstract Cosmic Artwork

Leonardo Nierman
Leonardo NIERMAN Original Oil Painting Signed Abstract Cosmic Artwork Framed SBO, 1960

Leonardo Nierman
Leonardo Nierman Original Painting Oil On Board Large Signed Cityscape Artwork

Leonardo Nierman
Large LEONARDO NIERMAN Original Signed OIL PAINTING on BOARD Abstract Art CAVE

Leonardo Nierman
LEONARDO NIERMAN Original Signed OIL PAINTING on BOARD Abstract Art CITY Large

Leonardo Nierman
Leonardo Nierman HUGE Original Oil Painting On Board Authentic Signed Art 40x67, 1959

Leonardo Nierman
Leonardo Nierman Original Oil Painting On Board Large Abstract Bird Signed Art

Leonardo Nierman
Leonardo Nierman Original Painting Oil On Board Cosmic Fire Abstract Signed Art, 1965

Leonardo Nierman
Leonardo NIERMAN PAINTING Original Oil on Board Authentic Signed Cosmic Art HUGE

Rufino Tamayo
Rufino Tamayo Two Figures Dos Figuras de la Serie Sold Our Signed Limited Ed, 1973

Alexis Mata
A very Literal Nature, 2021

Alexis Mata
Calida, 2021

Leonardo Nierman
Leonardo Nierman Abstract Bronze Sculpture Hand Signed Authentic Modern Artwork

Leonardo Nierman
Leonardo Nierman RARE Original Bronze Sculpture Hand Signed Abstract Modern Art

Leonardo Nierman
Leonardo Nierman Original Bronze Sculpture Stainless Steel Hand Signed Abstract, 1932 - 2000

Leonardo Nierman
Leonardo Nierman BRONZE SCULPTURE Signed Original Artwork Abstract Wind Form SBO

Mabel Dodge Lujan
The Pond, Landscape with house, New Mexico artist, signed, 1940s, Period frame, 1940 s

Ernesto Linares
Modernist Mexican Artist "Porters Garden" Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting

Ernesto Linares
Modernist Mexican Artist "Porters Garden" Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting

Sylvia Rutkoff
"Mexican Night" 1950s Abstract Painting Female NYC Artist Brooklyn Museum, 1950s

Porfirio Salinas
"BULLFIGHTER" MATADOR MEXICO MEXICAN CIRCA 1950s PORFIRIO SALINAS ARTIST, 20TH CENTURY

Berla Emeree
"Adobe Run" Great West Texas or New Mexico Painting El Paso Artist, Circa 1940

Bill Bomar
"Cliffs" New Mexico or Big Bend Texas. New Mexico / Fort Worth Artist, Circa 1960s

Beatrice Mandelman
Brazil #3, 1980s Abstract Acrylic Painting, New Mexico Female Artist. 48 x 36 in, 1989

Jose Vives-Atsara
"MEXICAN SHACK" PREMIER PALETTE KNIFE ARTIST JOSE VIVES-ATSARA, 1973

Jacques (Jakub) Zucker
Mexican Siesta Pastel Drawing Ecole D Paris, WPA, Bezalel Artist, c.1930s

Jacques (Jakub) Zucker
Mexican Siesta Pastel Drawing Ecole D Paris, WPA, Bezalel Artist, c.1930s

Mario Gonzalez Rodriguez
Controversy, Reduced to help artist move to Mexico, Abstract style, 2020

Ana Lucia Sandoval
ABSTRACT Colors Artwork by Contemporary Mexican Artist Ana Lucia Sandoval 2024, 2024

Ángel Zárraga Argüelles
"Janine", 20th Century pencil drawing on paper by Mexican artist Ángel Zárraga, 1938

C.S. STEVE TALLEY
"SPLIT LEVEL" Fredericksburg, Texas TAOS NEW MEXICO ARTIST. FRAMED 18 X 21 Adobe, 2025

Rosa Margaret Curtis
Adobe Home with Two Women. Most likely Navajo. Santa Fe Artist . New Mexico, Circa Mid 1930s

Juan Sanchez Juarez
Modern Expressive Geometric Abstract Tan and Cream Painting, Late 20th Century

Rafael Calzada
“El Observador” Blue, Orange, Red, and Black Abstract Gestural Painting, 2005