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By the Sea, Coastal, Figurative, Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Ara H. Hakobyan Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Oil on
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

On the Beach, Figurative, Coastal, Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Ara H. Hakobyan Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Oil on
Category

2010s Academic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Spring in the Forest Landscape 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

Above The Sun, Large size Abstract Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Hayk Margaryan Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Oil on
Category

2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

House in the Forest Landscape Impressionism Original oil Painting Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
, (65 x80 x2 cm) Unframed, Stretched on Wooden Bar, Gallery Wrapped, Ready to Hang This oil painting
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"View to the Kitchen" (2010) By Jim Beckner, Original Interior Oil Painting
By Jim Beckner
Located in Denver, CO
Jim Beckner's (US based) "View to the Kitchen" is an original, handmade oil painting depicting a
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Autumn in the Yard, Impressionism, Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Ara H. Hakobyan Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Oil on
Category

2010s Academic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

On the Rocks, Coastal, Impressionism, Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Ara H. Hakobyan Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Oil on
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Play on the Beach, Impressionism, Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Ara H. Hakobyan Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Oil on
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Summer Day on the Field, Impressionism, 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

Battle of the Pyramids, Classic Art, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Alexander Litvinov Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

I. Vishnevetsky and the Cossacks Figurative Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Alexander Litvinov Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Evening with the Hussars, Classic Art, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Alexander Litvinov Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Elena the Beautiful, Classic Art, Portrait, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Alexander Litvinov Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

City behind the Trees, Abstract Cubism, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
x2 cm) Unframed, Stretched on Wooden Bar, Gallery Wrapped, Ready to Hang The oil painting is a
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The star came down clear, Figurative, 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

Street of the Heroes of Stalingrad, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Near the River Psel, Landscape, Original oil Painting, Handmade, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

Evening in Iza, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
ready for hanging, stretcher bar included. This painting will be a wonderful decoration for your home
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Something in the Way" (2024) By Nadezda, Original Oil Painting on Panel
Located in Denver, CO
Nadezda's beautiful new oil on panel painting "Something in the Way" (2024) is a surreal portrait
Category

2010s Surrealist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

The landscape of Sumy region, Original oil Painting, Handmade, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Loch Lomond, View of the Jetty, Antique Scottish Oil Painting Sunset, Signed
By Francis E. Jamieson
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Loch Lomond, View of the Jetty, Antique Scottish Oil Painting Sunset, Signed by F. E. Jamieson
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Monoculture" hyperrealist oil painting of Maurizio Cattelan s bananas
By Anthony Mastromatteo
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Monoculture" is an oil painting by Contemporary American artist, Anthony Mastromatteo; poking fun
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Cabbage in the Garden, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
, (60x90 x3 cm) Unframed, Stretched on Wooden Bar, Gallery Wrapped, Ready to Hang. This oil painting
Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Delirium, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Ansgar Dressler
Located in Yardley, PA
Huge oil painting in mix of green, blue, yellow, and red that seem to vibrate leaving a blur as if
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Expired, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Robert Tillberg
Located in Yardley, PA
Layers oil applied and removed in a variety of techniques over heavy bodied acrylics on a 48x48in
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

French school Landscape Autumn Signed oil painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
Oil on canvas ⭐Technique: ⭐Impasto painting with expressive brushwork. ⭐Size:⭐55x64cm / 21.7x25.2
Category

1930s Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

OU812, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Ansgar Dressler
Located in Yardley, PA
This oil painting is from the same series as are "Volcano Forged" and "Red Paste", and comes with
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Cake, " Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Clyde Steadman's "Cake" is an original, handmade oil pain ting that depicts a red velvet cake
Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Bikes - Contemporary Oil Painting, Colorful
By Monika Rossa
Located in Warsaw, PL
MONIKA ROSSA studied painting at the University of Arizona, in the Ecole des Beaux Arts in Paris
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Piano - Contemporary Oil Painting, Colorful
By Monika Rossa
Located in Warsaw, PL
MONIKA ROSSA studied painting at the University of Arizona, in the Ecole des Beaux Arts in Paris
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Corals, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Ansgar Dressler
Located in Yardley, PA
. ???? Enjoy! Unique painting using high-quality oil colors on professional gallery canvas stretched over
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Aspiration, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Ansgar Dressler
Located in Yardley, PA
painting using high-quality oil colors on professional gallery canvas stretched over solid wooden 4.5 x 3.0
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Yosemite Valley Fall Colors, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Tatyana Fogarty
Located in Yardley, PA
with a coat of Gamvar varnish. The painting is unframed, it is wired in the back on the stretcher bars
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Kids, Murray and Lilac, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Steven Boksenbaum
Located in Yardley, PA
rectangles surrounded by light. Oil on cotton canvas stretched over pine bars, ready to hang but can be
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

The winter of our discontent when we took the bar to the ebb , Newport, Wales
Located in Stoke, Hampshire
John Brett A.R.A. (1831-1902) The winter of our discontent when we took the bar to the ebb
Category

19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique Scottish Highlands Oil Painting Golden Harvest Field by the River Bank
By Francis E. Jamieson
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
"Aberfeldy" by F. E. Jamieson (British 1895-1950) signed lower corner inscribed verso oil painting
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Waiting to cross Murray, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Steven Boksenbaum
Located in Yardley, PA
pine bars, it is ready to hang or can be framed by the purchaser. :: Painting :: Contemporary :: This
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

THE NEW WINE FESTIVAL- Elio Ferrara- Italian Figurative Oil on canvas Painting
By Elio Ferrara
Located in Napoli, IT
La Festa del Vino Nuovo - Oil on canvas Elio Ferrara, Italy, 1980s Elio Ferrara was born in Naples
Category

1980s Italian School Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Kids, Murray and Lilac, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Steven Boksenbaum
Located in Yardley, PA
rectangles surrounded by light. Oil on cotton canvas stretched over pine bars, ready to hang but can be
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Recharging" - Vibrant Colorful Contemporary Woman Figurative Oil Painting
Located in Carmel, CA
Frida Willis (Swedish, born 1971) "Recharging" 2022 Oil paint, Canvas, Stretcher bars The artist
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Between paintings. Realistic figurative oil painting, Emerging Polish artist
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary figurative oil on canvas painting by Polish artist Agnieszka Staak-Janczarska. The
Category

2010s Naturalistic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

In the Beach, figurative art Impressionism, Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Ara H. Hakobyan Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Oil on
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Pleasure of the Sea, Figurative, Coastal, Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Ara H. Hakobyan Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Oil on
Category

2010s Academic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

In the Garden, Blossom trees Impressionism, Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Ara H. Hakobyan Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Oil on
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Song in the village of Sula, Figurative, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Alexander Litvinov Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

A Corner of the Picturesque Sumy Region, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Downtown" - Vibrant Colorful Contemporary Abstract Cityscape Oil Painting
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "Downtown" 2023 Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

"San Francisco" by Rehfeld - Post-Modern Figurative Scene of Woman at the Beach
By Steven H. Rehfeld
Located in Carmel, CA
Steven H. Rehfeld (American, born 1954) "San Francisco" 2023 Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The
Category

2010s Post-Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Landscape - Contemporary Oil Painting, Polish artist
By Monika Rossa
Located in Warsaw, PL
MONIKA ROSSA studied painting at the University of Arizona, in the Ecole des Beaux Arts in Paris
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Landscape - Contemporary Oil Painting, Polish artist
By Monika Rossa
Located in Warsaw, PL
MONIKA ROSSA studied painting at the University of Arizona, in the Ecole des Beaux Arts in Paris
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Moses saved at waters edge
By Jean Jansem
Located in New York, NY
Galerie Matignon, Paris France. The painting is titled on the reverse on the stretcher bar. It is signed
Category

20th Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Oil

Freesia, Abstract Oil Painting, 2019
By Usha Shukla
Located in Boston, MA
of painting: Instead of conventional tools like brushes, I paint with air. I dilute the oil paints
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cotton Canvas

French school Still Life Oil painting Signed
Located in Zofingen, AG
as oil paintings like "Église Saint-Rémi à Maisons-Alfort." This painting is a still life
Category

Early 20th Century Tonalist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Linen, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Zinnia, Abstract Oil Painting, 2020
By Usha Shukla
Located in Boston, MA
painting - Created in California, USA - Professional grade oil paints on archival-quality natural cotton
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cotton Canvas

At the Beach, Mexico near Sayulita , Santa Cruz, California Woman Artist
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
); additionally signed verso, on stretcher bar, and dated 2006. A substantial figural coastal landscape showing a
Category

Early 2000s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sunrise on Nantucket Island Fisherman Gazing at the Sky 1929
Located in Soquel, CA
-pastoral landscape painting. Barker has a heavy impasto and extensive brushwork throughout and captures
Category

1920s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

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Questions About Oil Painting At The Bar
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2024
    To 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, 2022
    The 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.

  • 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 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Because 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, 2021
    Any 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, 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.

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