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English 19th century Oil portrait of the English King Henry Vlll in carved frame
Located in Woodbury, CT
painting is an oil on tin and is framed in the most amazing hand-carved mid-19th-century frame, possibly
Category
1840s Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Metal
Oil on Canvas of Racehorse "S R Tatoo Sykes" by George H. Laporte English
Located in San Francisco, CA
An oil on canvas by George LaPorte, (English 1799-1873) monogrammed in script GHL, lower left
Category
Antique 1840s English Sporting Art Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Mid-19th-Century Spanish School, Portrait Of Francisco Agustín Silvela Y Blanco
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This mid-19th-century oil painting depicts Francisco Agustín Silvela Y Blanco, the Spanish Minister
Category
1840s Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
English portrait of a mid 19th century Postman in red jacket, holding mail
Located in Woodbury, CT
A wonderful and unique portrait of an English Postman circa 1840-50. Painted in oils on canvas this
Category
1840s Folk Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of two Regency English Sisters
By Henry Barraud
Located in Woodbury, CT
gold leaf frame.
The painting would have hung in an important English manor or townhouse and from how
Category
1840s Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of two English Sisters
By Henry Barraud
Located in Woodbury, CT
Henry Barraud was a portrait painter who also painted sporting scenes.
Category
1840s Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Hunter out with his dogs, pony in an English landscape
By Henry S. Cottrell
Located in Woodbury, CT
English hunting painter from the middle of the 19th century.
Category
1840s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
English Huntsman with pony, Jack Russell resting after a days work.
By Henry S. Cottrell
Located in Woodbury, CT
Wonderful English painter of sporting scenes from the middle of the 19th century.
Category
1840s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
English ship in a rough sea
By James Edward Buttersworth
Located in Woodbury, CT
Hailing from what is now the northwest of Greater London, Buttersworth came from an artistic family. His father, Thomas Buttersworth, Jr., was a respected sea painter, and it was und...
Category
1840s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Wonderful small English 19th century cottage landscape
Located in Woodbury, CT
Wonderful little English landscape with a cottage in its original frame. Possibly by someone from the Norfolk area of England. Painted on card it is a wonderful well painted scene of...
Category
1840s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of two English Sisters
By Henry Barraud
Located in Woodbury, CT
Henry Barraud was a portrait painter who also painted sporting scenes.
Category
1840s Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Early 19th Century Folk Art Portrait of a Young Lady
Located in Wiscasett, ME
Oil on canvas laid down to board in a simple but great period gold leaf frame. American c. 1840
Category
1840s Folk Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of a Gentleman
By William Matthew Prior
Located in Wiscasett, ME
Most likely executed by William Matthew Prior, oil on board measuring painting 14" H x 10 1/2" and
Category
1840s Folk Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of an American Gentleman Prior-Hamblin School
By William Matthew Prior
Located in Wiscasett, ME
A staple in any folk art or Americana collection. This oil on canvas is unsigned but most likely
Category
1840s Folk Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
A Winter Scene With Several Skaters on a Sunlit Frozen Estuary by A Schelfhout
By Andreas Schelfhout
Located in Stockholm, SE
Supply Tower and in the Distance the Outlines of a City (Dordrecht?)
oil on panel 18,5 x 24,1 cm
frame
Category
1840s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
19th century English landscape with Horse Racing, Possibly the Epsom Derby
By Samuel Henry Alken
Located in Woodbury, CT
Samuel Henry Alken (1810–1894)
Horse Racing Scene, Possibly the Epsom Derby
Oil on board, unsigned
Category
1840s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Robert Richard Scanlan, Portrait Of A Gentleman On A Bay Hunter
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This fine mid-19th-century oil painting by Irish artist Robert Richard Scanlan (1801-1876) depicts
Category
1840s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Thomas Walker Bretland (Attributed) Portrait Of A Field Master On A Grey Hunter
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This mid-19th-century oil painting attributed to British artist Thomas Walker Bretland (1802-1874
Category
1840s English School Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
English set of 4 19th century Fox Hunting with riders, hounds in a landscape
By Samuel Henry Alken
Located in Woodbury, CT
Samuel Henry Alken (English, 1810–1894)
Set of Four Fox Hunting Scenes
Oils on canvas, circa 1840
Category
1840s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
19th-Century German School, Portrait Of A Gentleman
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This striking mid-19th-century German oil painting depicts the bust-length profile of a dashing
Category
1840s Romantic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Wood Panel
19th century English Victorian landscape of Dedham Lock with horses and donkeys
Located in Woodbury, CT
and The Tate.
This piece harks in style and composition to the famous painting by John Constable
Category
1840s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
19th century English Chestnut horse and terrier and spaniel in a landscape
By Henry S. Cottrell
Located in Woodbury, CT
This early 19th-century painting by Henry S. Cottrell, an esteemed English sporting painter, is a
Category
1840s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
19th century English Yacht at sea by a lighthouse in full sail
Located in Woodbury, CT
. In this particular painting, a sleek schooner cuts through churning waters under a brooding sky, its
Category
1840s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Antique 19th century English Victorian portrait of a blond haired young girl
Located in Woodbury, CT
. The panel makers stamp on the reverse was used circa 1840-1855.
The painting is monogrammed lower
Category
1840s Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
William Traies (Attributed), Wooded River Landscape With Cascade
Figures
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This charming mid-19th-century oil painting attributed to English artist William Traies (1789-1872
Category
1840s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Valentine Thomas Garland - Fine Signed Victorian English Oil, Thatched Cottage
By Valentine Thomas Garland
Located in Corsham, GB
A fine late 19th century English oil painting by Valentine Thomas Garland (1840-1914) depicting a
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
19th Century English Yacht in full sail racing on the high sea
Located in Woodbury, CT
In this luminous marine painting by Nicholas Matthew Condy, the English 19th-century artist once
Category
1840s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
19th century City view of London from Fleet Street with St.Pauls, shops figures
Located in Woodbury, CT
several large monuments of this type from his own designs. He likewise painted a few works in oil.
This
Category
1840s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
19th century English portrait of a terrier dog in an interior
By Ben Marshall
Located in Woodbury, CT
companionship. Such a painting captures the essence of a beloved pet from a bygone era, embodying the charm and
Category
1840s Old Masters Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique 19th century English Folk Art Spaniel dog portrait in a landscape
Located in Woodbury, CT
Antique 19th century English Folk Art Spaniel dog portrait in a landscape.
Very cute English Folk Art portrait of a standing Spaniel in a landscape.
Oils on canvas this piece has a...
Category
1840s Folk Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
English 19th century Folk art portrait of Chickens, landscape with maple frame
Located in Woodbury, CT
English 19th century Folk art portrait of Chickens, landscape with maple frame
A wonderful and well-painted piece of rare English Folk Art. The scene is of a group of Chickens in a...
Category
1840s Folk Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Nutwith, St Leger Winner 1843, English horse in a stable
By Charles Hancock
Located in Woodbury, CT
. After 1840 he painted a number of turf winning horses.
He exhibited at the British institute from
Category
1840s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
English Victorian sail and steam boats at sea
By Alfred Vickers
Located in Woodbury, CT
at the Royal Academy and the Royal Society of British Artists. His paintings exhibited few
Category
1840s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life #2
By Stanley Feldman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
STANLEY FLEDMAN
"STILL LIFE # 2"
OIL ON PANEL, SIGNED
AMERICAN, DATED 1948
24 X 18
Category
1840s Cubist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Le Port St-Sauveur at Toulouse
By George Carpenter
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
An original signed oil on canvas by British artist, George Carpenter, (Active: 19th Century
Category
1840s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Friends
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful vintage Art Deco painting of an elegant woman with her Russian Wolfhound.
GURAM
Category
1840s Art Deco Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Portrait of a woman in a black dress 1848, Antique French 19th Century Portrait
Located in AIGNAN, FR
ABOUT THIS PAINTING:
Medium: Oil on canvas
Overall size: 26.5ins x 31ins or 67cms x 78cms (Approx
Category
1840s French School Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th Century Academic French School Portrait of composer R.Wagner
Located in Paris, FR
Impressive Portrait of famous German Composer Richard Wagner, circa 1845.
Acadel9c 19th Century French School.
Very good general condition. It comes with its original gold leaf frame.
Category
1840s Academic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Awakening
By Bernard Glasgow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
BERNARD
GLASGOW
1914-1986
“AWAKENING"
AMERICAN, SIGNED
OIL ON CANVAS
C.1940
42 X 30 INCHES
Category
1840s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$6,500
Portrait of a gentleman, 19th century portrait of a man, antique portrait man
Located in AIGNAN, FR
setting. This painting was found in France but is likely to be of German origin. A gentleman, possibly
Category
1840s Romantic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of horses, Hunters at Grass (Summer Holidays)
By John Frederick Herring Sr.
Located in London, GB
comes privately. In lovely condition, the painting sings.
Category
1840s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
English 19th century Fox hunting scenes with huntsman and hounds in landscape
Located in Woodbury, CT
1840–50
Unsigned as far as I can tell
This exceptionally rare set of four hunting scenes by Thomas
Category
1840s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
“Pole Temple, Jai House”
Located in Southampton, NY
Rare Burmese temple scenic painting stamped Jennens & Bettridge, London, Birma (Burma) verso
Category
1840s Academic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Papier Mâché
Alfred Walter Williams, Welsh Landscape With Figures Dragging Bracken
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This mid-19th-century oil painting by British artist Alfred Walter Williams (1824-1905) depicts a
Category
1840s Naturalistic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Portrait of a woman, French Antique portrait of a woman, framed portrait
Located in AIGNAN, FR
interest.
MORE ABOUT THIS PAINTING:
Medium: Oil on stretched canvas.
Overall size: 17.5ins x 20ins or
Category
1840s French School Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
BEFORE THE APPERANCE, THE ACTRESS HENNY SCHRAMM
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Art Deco portrait of actress Henny Schramm. O
EXHIBITED: House of German Art, Munich, Great German Art Exhibit, 1940 (label in German is on the reverse.
Category
1840s Art Deco Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
The Rescue, Electronic Laboratories Advertisement, 1943
By Benton Clark
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Signature: Signed and Dated Lower Right
Framed Dimensions: 33.50" x 42.50"
A copy of the advertisement accompanies this lot.
Category
1840s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique 19th century English portrait of an Irish Hunter in a stable
By John Frederick Herring Sr.
Located in Woodbury, CT
builder's finishing shop and helped an employee complete the painting of a horse on one of the coaches. The
Category
1840s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Joven hilandera - Óleo sobre tabla
Located in Sant Celoni, ES
.
Il participe à dix expositions des maîtres vivants aux Pays-Bas, entre 1840 et 1871, de même qu'à
Category
1840s Flemish School Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th century study of a terrier in an English landscape, signed 1846
Located in Bath, Somerset
A terrier standing in an English landscape, signed lower right 'J Loder Pinx.t/1846'. Oil on canvas
Category
1840s English School Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Oil
19th century English folk art portrait of a King Charles Cavalier Spaniel dog
Located in Woodbury, CT
is a desirable antique folk art portrait. Most of these paintings were unsigned and alas the artists
Category
1840s Folk Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ammi Phillips Attributed Portrait of a Gentleman Oil
Located in Astoria, NY
Ammi Phillips (American, 1788-1865) attributed oil painting on canvas, circa 1835-1840, depicting
Category
Antique 19th Century American Empire Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Venice at Sunset
By Charles Caryl Coleman
Located in Buffalo, NY
Up for sale here is a gorgeous antique oil painting by Charles Caryl Coleman (1840-1928). A well
Category
19th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
Italian Bounty, 19th Century Still Life by Michelangelo Meucci
By Michelangelo Meucci
Located in Buffalo, NY
Realist fruit still life oil painting by Michelangelo Meucci (1840 - 1890). Oil on canvas, circa
Category
Late 19th Century Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Large Louis XV Style Colorful Large Oil Painting Manner of Boucher French School
Located in Nashville, TN
noble class dress. Warm cheerful colors as rococo was the happy escape from life.
Oil on canvas
Category
Antique 1840s French Rococo Decorative Art
Materials
Paint
Robert Burns
By Sir Frank Short
Located in Plano, TX
Robert Burns (after the oil painting by Alexander Nasmyth, 1758-1840.) 1893. Mezzotint. Hardie 62
Category
Late 19th Century Portrait Prints
Materials
Mezzotint
1840
s English Antique Oil Painting White Horse in Stable Interior signed dated
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
, oil on canvas, framed
framed: 24 x 29 inches
canvas : 21.5 x 26.5 inches
provenance: private
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
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- 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. - 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 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.
- 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 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.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 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. - 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.
- 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, 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. - 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
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