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Early Victorian English / British 19th century Portrait of a young man
Located in Woodbury, CT
travel the world. The painting is in excellent condition and is framed in an antique English frame which
Category
1840s Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
English 19th century landscape, men harvesting, horses, in an English Summer
By Edmund Bristow
Located in Woodbury, CT
is an oil on a wooden panel.
This painting came from a collection of three examples all by the same
Category
1840s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Early Victorian American School,
Portrait of a Lady
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
American School, unsigned and painted circa 1840.
A substantial, mid-nineteenth century, head and
Category
1840s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
19th century landscape with men Bird hunting, shooting with dogs
By Philip Reinagle
Located in Woodbury, CT
This beautiful early 19th-century oil painting on oak panel by Philip Reinagle offers a charming
Category
1840s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
19th-Century English School, Portrait Of A Gentleman
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This characterful mid-19th-century English oil painting depicts a smartly attired gentleman wearing
Category
1840s Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Portrait of a Young Man
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
Beautiful male portrait, ca. 1840. oil on canvas mounted to masonite panel, image measures 15 x 21
Category
1840s American Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Masonite, Oil
Antique 19th century English portrait two Bull Dogs in a yard.
By John Frederick Herring Sr.
Located in Woodbury, CT
town, he came upon a coach builder's finishing shop and helped an employee complete the painting of a
Category
1840s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
19th century English Folk Art, cat looking at with crab and fish in a bowel
Located in Woodbury, CT
English Antique mid-19th-century oil on canvas of a cat looking at a crab and side of Salmon
Category
1840s Folk Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Early Victorian English cottage landscape with a figure with, oak, willow trees
By Edward Charles Williams
Located in Woodbury, CT
.
The style of the painting is very similar to the work of the Norfolk school painters and especially
Category
1840s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
19th century English portrait of a man sowing cloth or leather in his studio
By William James Muller
Located in Woodbury, CT
famous English artist who traveled throughout Europe painting scenes of people and landscapes.
If you
Category
1840s Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
English 19th century folk art portrait of an English spaniel dog in a landscape
Located in Woodbury, CT
incised or impressed makers mark in the panel as well.
The painting is framed in a vintage English swept
Category
1840s Folk Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
19th century English Antique portrait of a Race horse, Jockey, owner landscape
Located in Woodbury, CT
Well painted and very interesting oil on canvas depicting a Race Horse, the Jockey, and the owner
Category
1840s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Claude-Marie Dubufe (Circle), Portrait Of A Lady
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This fine mid-19th-century French portrait depicts a lady wearing a richly embroidered dress with ‘leg-o-mutton’ sleeves and exquisite earrings. Stylistically, it resembles comparabl...
Category
1840s French School Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
CHAMPS ELYSEES
Located in Los Angeles, CA
MARTHE CHAMBARD-VILLON
1899-1992
"CHAMPS ELYSEES"
OIL ON CANVAS, SIGNED
FRANCE. C.1940
20 X 16
Category
1840s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
19th Century Nautical View
Located in Buffalo, NY
Realist seascape of sailboats on the ocean. Oil on board, circa 1850. Signed in monogram lower
Category
1840s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Paul HUET - Copy after Rubens
By Paul Huet
Located in PARIS, FR
Paul HUET Paris, 1803 – Paris, 1869
Oil on panel 42 x 32 cm (49.5 x 41 cm with the frame
Category
1840s Romantic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Ivory Gown, Young aristocratic young lady French romanticist woman portrait
Located in Norwich, GB
like a man (…. ) the art of Miss Gautier bears no relation to what is women’s painting in general
Category
1840s Academic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
St. Francis . A Bay Hunter in a Stable
Located in St. Albans, GB
Oil on Canvas
A portrait of the racehorse St. Francis. On the reverse is an article written for
Category
1840s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Landscapes with trees, pair of English or Irish 19th century landscapes
Located in Woodbury, CT
monogrammed W.B or W.R.
They date from the 1840-60 period and are well painted, with good brush strokes and
Category
1840s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Sunset, Indian Summer" DeWitt Clinton Boutelle, Hudson River School Landscape
Located in New York, NY
DeWitt Clinton Boutelle
Sunset, Indian Summer, 1848-49
Signed and dated lower left
Oil on canvas
12
Category
1840s Hudson River School Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
1844 Sheep Hiding the Kite
Located in San Francisco, CA
Charming whimsical mid 19th century oil on canvas. Signed C. Becker and dated 1844. It could be
Category
1840s American Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of a woman, French Antique portrait of a woman, framed portrait
Located in AIGNAN, FR
hair.
MORE ABOUT THIS PAINTING:
Medium: Oil on thick wood board
Overall size: 13.5ins x 16ins or
Category
1840s French School Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of a Gentleman
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas
Golden wooden frame
116.5 x 91 x 4.5 cm
Category
1840s Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Hunt Resting
By Henry Alken
Located in St. Albans, GB
Henry Thomas ALKEN
1785 – 1851
A very typical example of Alken's work in a beautifully presented original antique frame. Alken's work is highly collectable and this is worthy of any...
Category
1840s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
On The Chase
By Henry Alken
Located in St. Albans, GB
Henry Thomas ALKEN
1785 – 1851
A very typical example of Alken's work in a beautifully presented original antique frame. Alken's work is highly collectable and this is worthy of any...
Category
1840s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$6,690
Dutch Winter Landscape at Sunset, 1842
Located in Stockholm, SE
This remarkable painting by Swedish artist Per Wickenberg captures a serene Dutch winter scene at
Category
1840s Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Benno Fischer, Portrait Of A Seated Gentleman
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This charming early 19th-century oil painting by German artist Benno Fischer (1828-1865) depicts a
Category
1840s Folk Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Dutch antique Portrait of an Artist in his studio with a young girl, flowers
Located in Woodbury, CT
fine example fo the artist's work. The quality of the painting is obviously of the highest standard
Category
1840s Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th-Century English School, Portrait Of William Lewis Henning
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This fine mid-19th-century English school oil painting depicts William Lewis Henning, a gentleman
Category
1840s Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
English 19th century Victorian landscape with a Norman Church , sheep and figures
Located in Woodbury, CT
left.
There were many painters during this period that made a decent living painting such scenes
Category
1840s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
A Sulky on the Road
Located in Hillsborough, NC
and 2" deep, including a linen inset.
This is an oil painting on canvas from the Victorian period
Category
1840s English School Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Nuestra Sra. de Belen, School of Cusco, Gold Frame, Late 1800
s, Peru, Madonna
Located in Houston, TX
is oil on canvas and is in very good condition. No crackling on the painting . The painting is done
Category
1840s Folk Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
19th Century English Antique Bay Hunter horse in a stable, called Business
By Henry Calvert
Located in Woodbury, CT
Henry Calvert was an animal painter, particularly of the sporting variety and best known for his depictions of horses, hunting scenes and equestrian hunting portraits.
He was born in...
Category
1840s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Fox Hunting a Prey. Painting signed Wegener, dated 1841.
Located in Firenze, IT
The fox in search of prey.
19thC
Technique: oil on canvas.
Some cracking of paint, typical of 19th-century painting, is present.
Painting depicts animal, focused on searching the chi...
Category
1840s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, 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
Jef Van De Fackere, Still Life With Ceramics, Lemons
Orange
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This fine mid-20th-century oil painting by Belgian artist Jef Van de Fackere (1879-1946) depicts a
Category
1840s Academic Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Early 19th century Painted and Gilded French Trumeau Mirror with Oil Painting
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a fantastic oil painting within a fine paint decorated and gilded frame Trumeau mirror from
Category
Antique 1840s French Louis XV Trumeau Mirrors
Materials
Walnut
“Wild Carriage Ride”
By David Burliuk
Located in Southampton, NY
artist, David Burliuk. The painting is a combination of watercolor, gouache and oil pastel on heavy
Category
1840s Post-Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor, Archival Paper, Oil Pastel, Gouache
OIL PAINTING HONG KONG HARBOR IN 1840
Located in Stamford, CT
OIL PAINTING REPRODUCTIONS OF 2 SCENES OF HONG KONG HARBOR IN 1840, THEY ARE OIL ON CANVAS
Category
20th Century Chinese Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Oil Painting Hong Kong Harbor In 1840
Located in Bedford, NY
OIL PAINTING REPRODUCTIONS OF 2 SCENES OF HONG KONG HARBOR IN 1840, THEY ARE OIL ON CANVAS
Category
20th Century Chinese Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Mid-19th Century Oil on Canvas Portrait of a Gentleman, circa 1840
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
The early Victorian oil on canvas portrait of a dashing young to middle-aged gentleman of rather
Category
Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Portrait of a Gentleman, William Wilgus circa 1840 New York State
Located in Hallowell, ME
Nice American portait by NY state artist William Wilgus, signed verso. This artist is known to have lived 1819-1853 an unusually short life span to be sure. Original frame, origina...
Category
1840s American Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vanderburch Jacques Hippolyte, Oil on Canvas, Statue in a Park, circa 1840
By Jacques-Hippolyte van der Burch
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
1840.
A fine quality in this painting of this French artist. It is in excellent condition, new
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Simon Saint Jean Oil on Canvas Still Life with Fruits, circa 1830-1840
By Simon Saint Jean
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
-1840
Our painting is an excellent condition, it was cleaned and mounted in a new canvas to protect
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Romantic Paintings
Materials
Canvas
French Pair of Oil on Canvas
Castel of Ô
Romantic Period, circa 1839-1840
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Lovely French Romantic period pair of oil on canvas, depict Castel of 'Ô views'.
Our paintings are
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Romantic Paintings
Salisbury Cathedral - Oil on Canvas
Located in Salisbury, GB
A fine 19th century oil on panel of salisbury cathedral from the watermeadows.
Sight size 24 x
Category
Antique 1840s Paintings
William Weisman, American 1840-1922 Forest interior
Located in Hallowell, ME
Oil on canvas, signed lower right. William H. Weisman received his art education at the
Category
1890s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Follower of Alexander Nasmyth (1758-1840) A 19th Century Highland Landscape
Located in London, GB
Follower of Alexander Nasmyth (1758-1840)
A mid-nineteenth century landscape, depicting a castle
Category
1850s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mid-19th Century Oil on Canvas Portrait of a Bearded Gentleman, circa 1840-1860
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
foliate frame, surviving from the second quarter of 19th century, Europe.
The condition of the painting
Category
Antique 1850s Dutch Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Follower of Alexander Nasmyth (1758-1840) A Pair of 19th Century Highland Landsc
Located in London, GB
Follower of Alexander Nasmyth (1758-1840)
A pair of mid-nineteenth century landscapes, each
Category
19th Century English School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Fishermen at Sunset, Impressionist Original Antique Oil on Canvas
Located in PARIS, FR
Louis Nicolas Chainbaux's 1846 oil on canvas is a luminescent testimony to the burgeoning
Category
1840s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Portrait Of A Young Man, Oil On Canvas, Mid-19th Century, Monogram To Identify
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Portrait of a young man.
Oil on canvas, monogrammed and dated (18)47 right side.
Monogram to be
Category
1840s Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mid-19th Century Oil on Canvas "Boy in Uniform"
Located in Cardiff, CA
This unsigned antique oil has beautiful detail and the most fabulous gilded frame. Painting has
Category
Antique 1840s Unknown Louis Philippe Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
John Bridges - Charming Oil of Children in a Coastal Scene 1843
Located in Pewsey, GB
John Bridges - A Charming Oil Canvas layed down on Board of Children in a Coastal Scene Signed
Category
Antique 1840s British Victorian Paintings
Materials
Paint
Danish school, mid-19th century - Pompeii, young boys near the Eumachia building
Located in BELEYMAS, FR
Danish school from the mid-19th century
Pompeii : young boys near the building of Eumachia
Oil on
Category
1840s French School Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Evocative Pair of circa 1842 French School Provincial Oil on Canvas Portraits
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
The mid-19th century French school depictions of a gentleman and lady, presumed man and wife, shown half-length and painted in oils on canvas and presented in their original gilt and...
Category
Antique 1840s French Louis Philippe Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Attributed to Robert Salmon, (1775-1848) Boats at Harbor on River at Dusk
Located in Hallowell, ME
Unsigned circa 1840 attributed to the important American artist Robert Salmon, after owning this
Category
1840s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
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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.
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- 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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The Real World Portraitist of “The Gilded Age,” Season Three
Only the best painter could suit the calculatedly extravagant Bertha Russell.
See Kent Monkman’s Magical Realist Take on Frontier History
With a solo show at the Denver Art Museum and a commission from the Met, the Cree Canadian painter has become an international sensation.
Yale’s Trove of British Art Is Back on View in a Refreshed Louis Kahn Building
After a two-year closure, they Yale Center for British Art opens its doors again, with all sorts of changes to its building and programming.
At 89, Artist Lucio Pozzi Is Reaching New Career Heights
The Italian-American’s 2020 abstract painting “The Hoe” personifies his “art of not knowing.”
The 1stDibs Guide to Types of Abstract Art
Get to know the key movements and artists who have influenced visual culture for more than a century.
With a Show at MoMA, Marlon Mullen Paints Pictures That Are beyond Words
The nonspeaking California artist is having a moment, with vivacious paintings that play on art-magazine covers as well as more mysterious abstractions.
The Vibrant Beauty of Orphist Art Supersedes Its Perplexing Name
This kaleidoscopic early-modern art style has long deserved another look. Now, the Guggenheim museum is doing just that.
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