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Homage To Arshile Gorky - Oil Painting 2011 by Giorgio Lo Fermo
By Giorgio Lo Fermo
Located in Roma, IT
Homage To Gorky is an original artwork realized by Giorgio Lo Fermo in 2011. Mixed technique (oil
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Orange and Black Composition - Oil paint by Giorgio Lo Fermo - 2012
By Giorgio Lo Fermo
Located in Roma, IT
Giorgio Lo Fermo in 2012. Original Oil painting on plywood. Hand-signed and dated on the back. Mint
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Os. 3, Mixed Media on Wood Panel
By Mark Mazurczyk
Located in Yardley, PA
Abstract, minimal mixed media piece created with metal, oil and latex paint on plywood board
Category

2010s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

Boats - Paint by Massimo Sonnino - 1998
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on canvas mounted on plywood by Massimo Sonnini (1937), realized in 1998. Hand signed. Very
Category

1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Plywood

View of Bygone Days, Large Old-Timey Mural Painting, Restaurant / Venue Art
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
American, 20th Century Unsigned " View of Bygone Days ", circa 1950s- 1970s Oil on Canvas Laid
Category

Mid-20th Century American Realist Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Canvas, Plywood, Oil

Robed Couple. Male and female bathrobe figures faux diptych violet red color
By Stephen Basso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oil on linen canvas mounted on.plywood titled signed and dated on reverse ABOUT Stephen Basso
Category

2010s American Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Linen, Plywood, Oil

Empire
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This figurative painting titled "Empire" is an original artwork by Olivia F. Menta made of oil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Plywood, Oil

Thad Miller Nude at Easel Signed Modern Oil Painting Somerset Series 1978 Framed
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A modern oil painting on board by American artist Thad Miller (1933-1986). Signed and noted
Category

Late 20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Paint

Thad Miller Picasso in the Easel Signed Oil Painting Somerset Series 1977 Framed
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
, including his 1969 Psych Beatles - an oil on Masonite or plywood depicting elements of The Beatles, Eric
Category

Late 20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Paint

"Autumn’s breath — leaves caress the warm body, silence between stems."
Located in Edinburgh, GB
. Executed with oil and acrylic paints on plywood, the piece also incorporates military target sheets as
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Plywood, Oil, Acrylic

1954 Italy Abstract Painting Venice Biennial Special Artwork by Ermete Lancini
Located in Brescia, IT
. The artwork is an oil painting on a sheet of plywood especially created for the Venice Biennial of
Category

Mid-20th Century Post-Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Plywood, Oil

1954 Italy Abstract Painting Venice Biennial Special Artwork by Ermete Lancini
Located in Brescia, IT
. The artwork is an oil painting on a sheet of plywood especially created for the Venice Biennial of
Category

Mid-20th Century Post-Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Plywood, Oil

1944 St Ives School Framed Still Life Painting By Barbara Hepworth s Assistant
By Denis Mitchell
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
Dragon Decorated Plate, 1944. Oil On Tea Crate Plywood Panel. Signed & Dated Lower Left. Image size 17.5
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Still-life Paintings

Materials

Plywood, Oil

Nostalgia
By Anastasia Pelias
Located in New Orleans, LA
: oil on canvas, luan, plywood, soundboard, baseboard installation dimensions: 177 x 108 x 24 inches
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Plywood, Oil

Mother And Child 20TH Century Framed Bold Accomplished Stand Out Modern Artwork
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
Unknown School. Second half of the mid-20th Century. Charcoal, Oil Paint & Spray Paint On Plywood
Category

20th Century Modern Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Plywood, Charcoal, Oil, Spray Paint

Heads of Members of a Variety of Branches of the U.S. Military
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas Mounted to Plywood Signature: Unsigned
Category

20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Grey Whale Eating Kelp
By Lise Lang Crowley
Located in Soquel, CA
, transformation, equity, and self-responsibility.") Oil on 3/8" plywood and presented in a black painted wood
Category

Early 2000s American Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Volatility Screen, Contemporary Art Room Divider Walnut with Black, Teal, Ivory
By Charles Lutz
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Volatility Screen Acrylic and oil on walnut veneered plywood in 4 parts, with aluminum and steel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Steel

A Celebration, Original Painting, Contemporary, Food, Still Life
Located in Deddington, GB
This piece celebrates many of the good things in life - colour, pattern & cake! Rendered in oil
Category

2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings

Materials

Panel

19th Century Italian Mountain Landscape with Walking Figures by Silvio Poma
By Silvio Poma
Located in Milano, MI
A lovely green summer landscape with figures, a late 19th century oil on poplar plywood panel
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Giltwood, Poplar

20th Century Italian Oil on Plywood Painting Castiglioncello by Oscar Ghiglia
By Oscar Ghiglia
Located in Firenze, IT
Oscar Ghiglia (Livorno, 1876-Florence, 1945) 'Castiglioncello' Oil on plywood Signed on the
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Plywood

AFTER SEURAT , 2017 oil on plywood 51 x 76 cm signed and dated verso
Located in London, GB
'AFTER SEURAT', 2017 oil on plywood 51 x 76 cm signed and dated verso Zebedee Jones’ practice
Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Plywood, Oil

"Steinhebender Arbeiter" Oil Painting 1932 by Ernst Neuschul
By Ernst Neuschul
Located in Berlin, DE
Oil on Plywood, 1932. Signed lower right: Ernst Neuschul. Framed. Very good condition. Dimensions
Category

Mid-20th Century Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Plywood, Oil

Portrait Of A Woman, Sketch On A Wood Panel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Portrait of a woman. Sketch, oil on plywood panel. Minor soiling. 32.5 x 41 cm
Category

Early 20th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Porthole 129
By Julie Brookman
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Presented by 'Marloe Gallery' for Market Art & Design Encaustic and oil on plywood Signed by the
Category

2010s Landscape Paintings

Sterne Books: Photorealistic Oil Painting of Old Book Spines by Ian Robinson
By Ian Robinson
Located in London, Hertfordshire
Meticulously painted in oil on plywood, this still-life painting was made in Shandy Hall in the
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Plywood

Purple Flowers - 21st Century Contemporary Cubism Floral Oil Painting
Located in Singapore, SG
signed by the artist. — Size: 50 × 40 cm (24.8 × 14.6 inches) — Medium: Oil on plywood — Genre: Still
Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Plywood

Purple Vase With Flowers - 21st Century Contemporary Fauvist Oil Painting
Located in Singapore, SG
signed by the artist. — Size: 67 × 38 cm (26.4 × 15 inches) — Medium: Oil on plywood — Genre: Still
Category

2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vase and Dish With Pomegranate - Yaroslava Tichshenko 21st Century Oil Painting
By Yaroslava Tichshenko
Located in Singapore, SG
artist. — Signed on the back of the artwork — Size: 37 × 40 cm (14.6 × 15.7 inches) — Medium: Oil on
Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Plywood, Oil

Rosy Peony - 21st Century Contemporary Floral Impressionist Oil Painting
By Yaroslava Tichshenko
Located in Singapore, SG
on the back of the artwork — Size: 34.5 × 23 cm (13.6 × 9.1 inches) — Medium: Oil on plywood — Genre
Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Plywood, Oil

Peony - Yaroslava Tichshenko 21st Century Contemporary Oil Painting - Floral
By Yaroslava Tichshenko
Located in Singapore, SG
back of the artwork — Size: 34.5 × 24 cm (13.6 × 9.4 inches) — Medium: Oil on plywood — Genre: Still
Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Plywood, Oil

White Still Life - Yaroslava Tichshenko 21st Century Contemporary Oil Painting
By Yaroslava Tichshenko
Located in Singapore, SG
the artwork — Size: 44 × 40 cm (17.3 × 15.7 inches) — Medium: Oil on plywood — Genre: Still Life
Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Plywood

Still Life With a Dry Sunflower - 21st Century Contemporary Still Life Painting
By Samir Rakhmanov
Located in Singapore, SG
) — Medium: Oil on plywood — Genre: Still life — Style: Contemporary Realism / Minimalist — Colour scheme
Category

2010s Minimalist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Plywood, Oil

View of the Seine - 21st Century Contemporary Paris Impressionist Oil Painting
By Samir Rakhmanov
Located in Singapore, SG
. — Signed lower left: Rakhmanov — Size: 35 × 49 cm (13.8 × 19.3 inches) — Medium: Oil on plywood — Genre
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Plywood, Oil

An Open Window - 21st Century Contemporary Interior Painting
By Samir Rakhmanov
Located in Singapore, SG
inches) — Medium: Oil on plywood — Genre: Still life / Interior — Style: Contemporary Realism
Category

2010s Minimalist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Plywood, Oil

Leda
By Rachel Beach
Located in New York, NY
Freestanding oil on plywood faceted symmetrical and contrapposto sculptural column. The sculpture
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Oil

Reynard
By Rachel Beach
Located in New York, NY
Freestanding oil on plywood faceted symmetrical and contrapposto sculptural column. The sculpture
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Oil

The Border - "La Frontière"
By Friedensreich Hundertwasser
Located in Vienna, AT
The Border, 1953 "La Frontière" Oil on plywood, primed with chalk, zinc white and fish glue
Category

1950s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Wood Panel

Still Life With a Statuette - Yaroslava Tichshenko 21st Century Contemporary Art
By Yaroslava Tichshenko
Located in Singapore, SG
— Size: 40.5 × 30 cm (15.9 × 11.8 inches) — Medium: Oil on plywood — Genre: Still Life — Style
Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Plywood

Two Blue Two Yellow - Yaroslava Tichshenko 21st Century Contemporary Painting
By Yaroslava Tichshenko
Located in Singapore, SG
the artwork — Size: 29.5 × 43.5 cm (11.6 × 17.1 inches) — Medium: Oil on plywood — Genre: Still Life
Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Plywood, Oil

On the Beach - 21st Century Contemporary Summer Scene OIl Painting
By Samir Rakhmanov
Located in Singapore, SG
style. "I completed this oil study on Mardakan Beach Baku, on the shores of the Caspian Sea. The motif
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Plywood

La Encantada, Oil on Board, 76 x 76 cm, 2021
By Georgia Beaumont
Located in London, GB
Medium: Oil on Board Signature: On the front Condition: Brand new Georgia Beaumont is a UK based
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Plywood, Oil, Board

Still life with flower 21st century oil painting on wood - Alberto Romero
By Alberto Romero
Located in Maastricht, NL
The work of Alberto Romero consists mainly of paintings and drawings, but also other techniques are used such as video and photography. He is a contemporary artist, inspired and tr...
Category

2010s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Plywood, Oil

Still life with flower 21st century oil painting on wood - Alberto Romero
By Alberto Romero
Located in Maastricht, NL
The work of Alberto Romero consists mainly of paintings and drawings, but also other techniques are used such as video and photography. He is a contemporary artist, inspired and tr...
Category

2010s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Plywood, Oil

Bowl with limes - still life 21st century oil painting on wood - Alberto Romer0
By Alberto Romero
Located in Maastricht, NL
The work of Alberto Romero consists mainly of paintings and drawings, but also other techniques are used such as video and photography. He is a contemporary artist, inspired and tr...
Category

2010s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Plywood, Oil

Love - Hand painted Oil Painting on Wood panel - 2004 New Haven, CT
Located in Bethany, CT
"Love" is part of a larger series or oil paintings on wood panel created by Erich J Davis between
Category

Early 2000s North American Modern Paintings

Materials

Plywood, Paint

Kurt Schütze Oil Painting "Child With Doll", ca. 1928
By Kurt Schütze
Located in Berlin, DE
An expressive portrait of a young girl with her doll. Oil on canvas and plywood, around 1928, by
Category

Early 20th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Plywood

Boat on the Beach, Lake Chautauqua
By Stanley Lewis
Located in New York, NY
oil on canvas over plywood, framed
Materials

Oil

Indian Encampment Attributed to Ralph A. Blakelock
Located in Vancouver, BC
‘Indian Encampment’ attributed to Ralph Albert Blakelock (1847-1919). An oil painting on plywood of
Category

Early 1900s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Plywood, Oil

Harry Underwood
By Harry Underwood
Located in Summerland, CA
American 2011 Tennessee Oil and graphite on plywood.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Art

Materials

Plywood

H. Charry, “By The Lake”, 1930 Painting
Located in Ceske Mezirici, CZ
- 1962) from the ages of impressionist. It is painted by the technique oil on the plywood. The frame has
Category

Mid-20th Century French Napoleon III Paintings

Materials

Wood, Plywood

Highland Cattle
By Joseph Denovan Adam
Located in Vancouver, BC
Oil on canvas laid down to plywood panel by Joseph Denovan Adam "Highland Cattle" or "Cattle by
Category

19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Hawk
By Rachel Beach
Located in New York, NY
Freestanding oil, veneer and acrylic on plywood faceted sculpture. Yellow, green, white and wood
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Acrylic

Knoll
By Rachel Beach
Located in New York, NY
Freestanding oil and acrylic on plywood faceted sculpture. Yellow, gray-green and white finish. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Acrylic

“The Woods” by Robert Wymer
Located in Bastrop, TX
Oil on oak plywood. Measures: 36” x 35” Handmade walnut frame made by Robert Wymer. Dear
Category

2010s American Contemporary Art

Materials

Walnut, Paint

Ubaldo Oppi, Oil on Plywood, 1930s, The Bagpipe Player
Located in Milan, IT
Oil on plywood. 1930s. Signed on the rear right corner. Ubaldo Oppi, born in Bologna, had a
Category

20th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Aristodemo Zingarini 20th Century Rectangular Oil on Plywood Painting, 1942
By Aristodemo Zingarini
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on panel by Aristodemo Zingarini, signed “A. Zingarini Amelia, 1942” Paintings by the Roman
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Plywood

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Oil On Plywood For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate oil on plywood for your needs in our varied inventory. You can easily find an example made in the Pop Art style, while we also have 3 Pop Art versions to choose from as well. If you’re looking for an oil on plywood from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add an oil on plywood to create new energy in an otherwise neutral space in your home, you can find a work on 1stDibs that features elements of brown and more. There have been many interesting oil on plywood examples over the years, but those made by Giorgio Lo Fermo, John Grande, Patty Neal, Peter Rossiter and Domenico Cantatore are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Artworks like these — often created in paint, oil paint and plywood — can elevate any room of your home.

How Much is a Oil On Plywood?

The average selling price for an oil on plywood we offer is $2,119, while they’re typically $475 on the low end and $31,130 for the highest priced.
Questions About Oil On Plywood
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, you can definitely make furniture with plywood. Baltic birch plywood is the most ideal material to use, with its straight even piles that offer a unique look. You can shop an array of plywood furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean an Eames molded plywood chair, wipe it down with a soft cloth dampened with warm water and a mild dish soap. Then, use a second cloth moistened with water to wipe off the soap. Finally, use a soft towel to dry. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Eames chairs.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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, 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Clean an oil painting by dusting it with a natural-hair artists’ brush.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    Opinions 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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.
  • 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.
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    A 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    The 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, 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 ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    What 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, 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Butcher blocks should be oiled whenever the wood begins to look dry or chalky.

  • 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.

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