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Ray Simonini, "Looking at You" 8x10 Impressionist Cow Farm Animal Oil Painting
By Ray Simonini
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This painting by artist Ray Simonini titled "Looking at You" is a 10x8 farm animal oil painting on
Category
2010s Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"You Won
t Hear My Step" oil on linen painting by artist James Fisher
Located in Boca Raton, FL
James Fisher's "You Won't Hear My Step" gallery-wrapped oil on linen painting looks like a
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Autumn in the Dnieper, Post Impressionism Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Peter Tovpev
Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Medium: Oil on
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Winter in New York", Bogomir Bogdanovic, Oil on Board, Impressionist, Snow
By Bogomir Bogdanovic
Located in Dallas, TX
This original oil painting from Bogomir Bogdanovic is a perfect representation of his paintings
Category
1990s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Ray Simonini, "Oyster of the World" 12x16 Oyster Shell Oil Painting on Canvas
By Ray Simonini
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This painting by artist Ray Simonini titled "Oyster of the world" is a 12x16 nautical oil painting
Category
2010s Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The road to the Temple, Landscape, 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
Falling Tide In Poole Harbor Landscape Purbeck Hills Beyond Dorset Impasto Oil
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
, Dorset.
Oil On Board.
Signed With Monogram Lower Right.
Image size 9.8 inches x 14 inches ( 25cm x 35.5cm
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Loved Ones, Portrait, Contemporary art, Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Located in Granada Hills, CA
: Oil on Canvas
Hand painted, original, one of a kind.
Looking at this oil painting, you can feel the
Category
2010s Photorealist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Happy, Nude, Contemporary art, Figurative, Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Varvarov Anatoly Viktorovich
Title: Happy,
Sise: 53x43.5 inches, (135x110 cm)
Medium: Oil
Category
2010s Photorealist Nude Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Gunvor Olin-Grönqvist - Ulla Procope - Arabia - Candle Holders and Vase
By Gunvor Olin-Grönqvist, Arabia, Ulla Procope
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
note that the lid on the vase-like item is missing, it was designed as an oil can but can be only used
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Candlesticks
Materials
Faience
Cuzco Oil Altarpiece of an Archangel Arquebusier
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Beautiful Cusco altarpiece of a beautiful Archangel Arquebusier painted in oil. Marks can be seen
Category
20th Century Spanish Religious Items
Materials
Wood
Untitled, Oil on Canvas, Green, Red by Contemporary Indian Artist "In Stock"
By Murali Nagapuzha
Located in Kolkata, West Bengal
Murali Nagapuzha - Untitled - 36 x 24 inches (unframed size)
Oil on Canvas, 2021 . Can be sent
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Happiness, Oil on Canvas, Green, Red by Contemporary Indian Artist "In Stock"
By Murali Nagapuzha
Located in Kolkata, West Bengal
Murali Nagapuzha - Happiness - 48 x 72 inches (unframed size)
Oil on Canvas, 2021 . Can be sent
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Butterflies, Oil on Canvas, Green, Red by Contemporary Indian Artist "In Stock"
By Murali Nagapuzha
Located in Kolkata, West Bengal
Murali Nagapuzha - Butterflies - 36 x 24 inches (unframed size)
Oil on Canvas, 2021 . Can be sent
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Butterflies, Oil on Canvas, Green, Red by Contemporary Indian Artist "In Stock"
By Murali Nagapuzha
Located in Kolkata, West Bengal
Murali Nagapuzha - Butterflies - 36 x 24 inches (unframed size)
Oil on Canvas, 2021 . Can be sent
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Martin Hall
Co Ltd Antique Sterling Silver Spirit Kettle (1924)
By Martin, Hall
Co. Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
silver spirit kettle has a tapering oil can shaped form, in the Classic Victorian style.
The upper
Category
20th Century English Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Boho Original Still Life Oil on Board
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Immerse your space in the sun-kissed charm of this Vintage Boho Original Still Life Oil On Board, a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Space Age Paintings
Materials
Wood, Masonite, Paint
To a Meeting, Sky, Landscape Original oil Painting, One of a Kind, Large Size
Located in Granada Hills, CA
: Oil on Canvas
Hand painted, original, one of a kind.
Looking at this oil painting, you can feel the
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
When I Was A Boy Framed Upper Class Country Pursuits And Interior Oil Painting
By John Arthur Lomax
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
John Arthur Lomax.
English ( b.1857 - d.1923 ).
When I Was A Boy.
Oil On Panel.
Signed Lower
Category
Late 19th Century Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Aladdin style handmade red ceramic Turkish oil lamp
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Aladdin style handmade red ceramic Turkish oil lamp, hurricane oil lamp lantern.
This oil
Category
20th Century Turkish Moorish Lanterns
Materials
Ceramic
Aladdin Stylish Handmade Blue Ceramic Turkish Oil Lamp
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Aladdin style handmade turquoise blue ceramic Turkish oil lamp, hurricane oil lamp lantern.
This
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Islamic Lanterns
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Oil Painting of Serene Sailboat Landscape, Signed, Framed
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Very serene and impressionistic oil painting of a sailboat in a rough ocean seascape setting. A
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint, Wood
"La Vucciria" Italian oil painting on canvas by Mario Berrino
Located in Milano, IT
clear tribute.
Technique and support:
Oil painting on canvas, as can be seen from the texture and the
Category
1990s Italian Organic Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Orange
Oline
Oil Table Lamp from Fog
Mørup, Denmark, 1960s
By Holmegaard, Fog and Morup
Located in Balen, BE
Orange 'Oline' Oil Table Lamp from Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1960s
A classic 'Oline' lamp rarely found
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Weave Bedside 45 from Ringvide, Oak Wood Natural Oil, Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
sizes (W45 and W60) and these standard finishes: Birch with natural oil, Birch with black oil, Oak with
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Birch, Oak
Cabinet from Ringvide, Weave Frame Tall, Birch Wood, black oil. Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
different standard sizes, woods and finishes:
Birch wood, natural oil
Birch wood, black oil
Oak wood
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Birch, Oak
Weave Bedside 60 from Ringvide, Birch wood black oil, Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
sizes (W45 and W60) and these standard finishes: Birch with natural oil, Birch with black oil, Oak with
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Birch, Oak
Weave Bedside 45 from Ringvide, Birch Wood Natural Oil, Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
sizes (W45 and W60) and these standard finishes: Birch with natural oil, Birch with black oil, Oak with
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Birch, Oak
Weave bedside 60 from Ringvide, Oak Wood Natural Oil, Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
sizes (W45 and W60) and these standard finishes: Birch with natural oil, Birch with black oil, Oak with
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Birch, Oak
Spring Bouquet, Mid Century Floral Still-Life
By Helen Gapen Oehler
Located in Soquel, CA
painters of the early 19th century.
Her paintings in oil can be identified by their decisive vigor in
Category
Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Cabinet from Ringvide, Weave Frame Tall, Birch Wood, natural oil. Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
and finishes:
Birch wood, natural oil
Birch wood, black oil
Oak wood, natural oil
Oak wood, smoked
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Birch, Oak
Weave Bedside 45 from Ringvide, Birch wood, black oil, Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
sizes (W45 and W60) and these standard finishes: Birch with natural oil, Birch with black oil, Oak with
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch, Oak
Weave Bedside 60 from Ringvide, Birch wood natural oil, Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
sizes (W45 and W60) and these standard finishes: Birch with natural oil, Birch with black oil, Oak with
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch, Oak
Capriccio View of Rio de Janeiro, Oil on Sailcloth, Circa 1810
Located in Seaford, GB
courtly customs with the traditions of local inhabitants.
. Description of the Octagonal Oil on Canvas: A
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Brazilian Spanish Colonial Paintings
Materials
Canvas
$2,957 Sale Price
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Small English 1930s Green Glazed Terracotta Olive Oil Jar with Back Handle
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small English terracotta olive oil jar from circa 1930 with green glaze and back handle. This
Category
Early 20th Century English Jars
Materials
Terracotta
"Guitar" oil painting, musician seated with instrument in cozy interior, framed
By Steven J. Levin
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
An oil painting by American Realist Painter Steven J. Levin. Levin presents a neutral-toned
Category
2010s American Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas
19 th C English Oil on Canvas Painting of Horse and Jockey
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English 19 th century oil on canvas of horse and jockey painting in carved gilt wood frame. This
Category
Antique 19th Century English Federal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood, Paint
Antique French 19th Century Victorian Oil Lamp Chandelier Brass Opaline Hanging
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
from oil to electric and can be used as a regular chandelier.
Take a close look at our pictures
Category
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Large Original Vintage Art Deco Automobile Advertising Poster for Priceless Oil
By H. de Laurencin
Located in London, GB
Original vintage advertising poster for priceless oil: Motorists! Here is Priceless-Oil Use it! and
Category
Vintage 1920s French Posters
Materials
Paper
MOLTO Pendant Light in Oil-Rubbed Bronze and Enameled Mesh by Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Crema enamels. The metal shown is our Oil Rubbed Bronze but can be customized to any of our 6 metal
Category
2010s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Enamel
Bonnin Ashley Custom-Made Dining Table in Black Walnut w/ Hand Rubbed Oil Finish
By Bonnin Ashley
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
with a traditional linseed oil finish can be ordered to suit in various lengths & widths. Table can
Category
2010s American Shaker Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Richard Hirsch and Michael Rogers Time Sculpture, 2007
By Richard A. Hirsch , Michael Rogers
Located in New York, NY
was created in 2007. This piece is comprised of a tiny antique oil can (found object) and a ceramic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
19th Century Gilt Bronze Tabletop Cigar Lighter in the Form of a Beared Man
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
.
The head has a reservoir, once filled with oil can be used to use to light your cigar / cigarette
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Early Victorian Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Bronze
"Kerch. Beachgoers"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
. His oil paintings breathe life: you can feel the saltiness of the sea breeze, hear the distant lapping
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Villa Cletus on Lake Garda. Sunset , Flowers, house. Landscape Paintings
Located in Oslo, NO
my most delicious salads with oil from this villa.
In this work I have captured the liveliness and
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Green Shade Cordials
Located in Denver, CO
"Green Shade Cordials" by Nancy Switzer (2006) is an original oil painting depicting a tin can with
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
View Of Gams. Horizontal, impressionism, landscape, lake, mountains, Switzerland
Located in Oslo, NO
The painting “View of the Lake” was painted outdoors in the summer of 2023, using oil on canvas
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Resting Leopard
Located in PARIS, FR
oversized canvas oil paintings, as it can create a more awe-inspiring and resonating impact."
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Dazzling in the light
Located in PARIS, FR
oversized canvas oil paintings, as it can create a more awe-inspiring and resonating impact."
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Ultramarine Glitter on the Sea, Original painting, Seascape, Ocean, Contemporary
By Tess Gartland-Jones
Located in Deddington, GB
are the motivating vision for this painting composed of layers upon layers of oil glazes to attain the
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
South Cascade
Located in San Francisco, CA
composed of oil on canvas. It also can be rotated to become an equally strong work on the vertical axis
Category
1960s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Italian Contemporary Art by Matteo Nannini - Rising II
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on wood
Each artwork can be sold separately, diptych costs $5,500
Matteo Nannini is an Italian
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood
Italian Contemporary Art by Matteo Nannini - Rising II
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on wood
Each artwork can be sold separately, diptych costs $5,500
Matteo Nannini is an Italian
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood
Italian Contemporary Art by Matteo Nannini - Rising I
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on wood
Each artwork can be sold separately, diptych costs $5,500
Matteo Nannini is an Italian
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood
Frank
Marie
s Wild Years colorful, nudes flying broomstick w bats text
By C. Dimitri
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Portrait, figures, narrative, landscape. Inspired by Goya, Warhol. ( Campbell Soup can)
Oil paint
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Oil, Wood Panel
9 Boxes thick Bright Yellow paint conceptual portrait of artist Clemens Briels
By Rene Rietmeyer
Located in Miami, FL
This 9 box installation by Rene Rietmeyer is bright yellow, deep layered painted oil on wood, that
Category
1990s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
Indian Contemporary Art by Sumit Mehndiratta - Jiera
By Sumit Mehndiratta
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on Canvas - artwork can be shipped in a tube or framed in a crate
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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Oil Can For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate oil can for your needs in our varied inventory. You can easily find an example made in the Abstract style, while we also have 18 Abstract versions to choose from as well. Finding the perfect oil can may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add an oil can to create new energy in an otherwise neutral space in your home, you can find a work on 1stDibs that features elements of gray, black, beige, green and more. Creating an oil can has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by John Kilduff, Trevor Kiernander, Maurice Canning Wilks, Steven Gagnon and Mani Inamullah are consistently popular. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paint, oil paint and fabric.
How Much is a Oil Can?
The average selling price for an oil can we offer is $2,950, while they’re typically $150 on the low end and $59,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Oil Can
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if an emerald has been oiled, look for white or yellow branch patterns along the surface of the gem. If you see them, the gem is likely oiled. Also, examine it under a magnifying glass for any signs of trapped bubbles. These also indicate an oiled gemstone. Consulting a licensed jewelry appraiser is the best way to accurately identify oiled emeralds. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted emerald gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Clean an oil painting by dusting it with a natural-hair artists’ brush.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024Opinions vary on who is the most realistic oil painter. Among contemporary artists, Leng Jun, Richard Estes and John Baeder are all acclaimed for the incredibly lifelike works they produce. Other artists who could be contenders for the title include Frédéric Bazille, George Bellows, Rosa Bonheur, Gustave Caillebotte, Gustave Courbet, Honoré Daumier, Thomas Eakins and Jules Bastien-Lepage. Shop a wide range of oil paintings 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.
- Do emeralds need to be oiled?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, natural emeralds need to be oiled. Natural emeralds will have cracks and fissures before treatment, and oils will help give the emerald a high sheen and attractive finish. Browse a wide selection of emerald jewelry pieces from some of the world’s top sellers 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 a whale oil lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A whale oil lamp is a lamp that uses whale oil for fuel. Whale oil lamps were largely made from the 16th to the 19th centuries. Antique whale oil lamps are collectibles today and an older specimen will be a striking addition to your mantel or display cabinet. Find a collection of antique and vintage whale oil lamps on 1stDibs today.
- 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.
- What does no oil emerald mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A no oil emerald is an emerald that has not been treated with oil. Generally, emeralds are oiled to fill in fractures and enhance clarity. A no oil emerald is considered rare and more valuable than standard emeralds. Shop a collection of no oil emerald jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025The famous Belgian painter who developed oil painting by mixing linseed oil and oil from nuts with diverse colors is Jan van Eyck. Because his innovative paints were richly pigmented and able to dry quickly, they allowed van Eyck to produce highly detailed, incredibly lifelike paintings. Today, van Eyck is considered one of the most important figures of the Northern Renaissance. Among his most famous works are the Arnolfini Portrait, the Ghent Altarpiece and Portrait of a Man. Explore a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024What oil you should use on wicker furniture varies. For best results, consult the care instructions that accompanied your piece for specific instructions and product recommendations. Depending on the properties of your piece, linseed oil, lemon oil or another natural plant oil may be the best option. Find a diverse assortment of wicker furniture 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Butcher blocks should be oiled whenever the wood begins to look dry or chalky.
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few key things to look for to identify an antique oil lamp. First check for a patent number anywhere on your lamp. Use a black light to inspect whether your lamp’s hardware is secured with glue, which fluoresces and would indicate a contemporary lamp. Antique lamps use plaster to attach hardware and fill gaps. An antique oil lamp may have hand-blown glass. Shop a range of professionally authenticated antique oil lamps 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.
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