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reading, abstract geometric still life, books, library, oil on canvas, modern
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
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picture of a library with colorful books. Close to geometric abstraction, books remain very present. As
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
the library, oil on canas, books, white, gray, impasto, modern, minimalism
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
touch of vitality introduced by a few discreetly green books thoughtfully placed in the lower right
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
colorful books, abstract geometric still life, library, oil on canvas, modern
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
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picture of a library with colorful books. Close to geometric abstraction, books remain very present. As
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
pocket books, blue abstract, minimalism, library series, oil on canvas, modern
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
Table of very material books in shades of turquoise blue and ocher on linen canvas.
Close to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Books and Butterflies #7
By Steven J. Levin
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Books and Butterflies #7" is a contemporary American realist painting. The still life shows a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
stories without name, abstract geometric still life, books, library, oil, modern
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
the subject of countless representations in Western painting since the Middle Ages. Sophie Dumont has
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
pele mele, oil on canvas, blue abstract, library, books expressionism, colorfull
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
form and tone.
This oil on canvas, measuring 87 x 87 cm (34.3 x 34.3 inches) framed, is a vibrant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Blossoms and Books
By Tim McGuire
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
A large oil painting of a wooden table, bountiful with books, apple blossoms, and scattered fruit
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Boris Trofimenko (b.1919) - Russian 20th Century Oil, School Girl Reading Books
Located in Corsham, GB
Boris Trofimenko (b. 1919) 'School Girl Reading Books', oil on board. Signed to the lower right
Category
20th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
New tales, abstract geometric still life, books, library, oil on canvas, modern
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
painting on linen presents a stylized and simplified representation of a library, with vibrant books
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still life with open books – Original Oil paint – 26 x 21.7 in
Located in Montfort l’Amaury, FR
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Pierre Coquet (1926–2021)
Still life with open books
Oil on paper laid on board, 66 x 55 x 2 cm (26 x
Category
1980s French School Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Laid Paper
The ochers, Abstract Geometric Still life, books, library, oil on canvas, modern
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
been the subject of countless representations in Western painting since the Middle Ages. Sophie Dumont
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Bloomsbury School Early 20th Century Oil - Still Life with Books
Candlestick
Located in Corsham, GB
A beautiful still life in the Bloomsbury School style, depicting three stacked books, tobacco pipes
Category
20th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Books with Wine Glass
By Steven J. Levin
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Levin continues his "Books and Butterflies" series with this dynamic still-life. Butterflies flit
Category
2010s American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Tulips Ranunculus and Books
By Amy Florence
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
A still life oil painting of a table with flowers in the process of being cut and arranged. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Green book" figurative painting of woman resting with her books, patterned room
By Kelly Carmody
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
traditional in subject and composition; however, she further transforms her skilled hand by painting a single
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
The Art of Books, Abstract Library, Oil on canvas, Geometric, Modern, Minimalism
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
The Art of Books" is a contemporary piece by Sophie Dumont, capturing the essence of literature
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
George Weissbort (1928-2013)- Oil, Bronze Figurine, Fruit
Books on White Cloth
By George Weissbort
Located in Corsham, GB
Still life in oil. Signed lower right and dated 1970. Fixed with Messum's label verso. On canvas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lewis McLeod After Vincent van Gogh - 1988 Oil, Vase with Oleanders
Books
Located in Corsham, GB
A very good copy of Van Gogh's 1888 study. The original is currently on view at The Met. Signed and dated to the reverse. On canvas on stretchers.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Reclining Nude with Books and Pencils on Lawn
By Fernando Botero
Located in Long Island City, NY
A oil on canvas painting by Latin American Master, Fernando Botero. Featuring a beautiful
Category
1980s Contemporary Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil
Early Realistic Still Life Painting of Stack of Books Against a Black Background
Located in Houston, TX
Early realist still life painting of a stack of books set against a black background. Signed Kaplan
Category
20th Century Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
library 7, abstract expressionism, library, contemporary, textured, books
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
painting of abstract and colorful books presented in a library, the artist communicates to us his passion
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
books, abstract, library, french artist, minimalism, textured, expressionism
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
, combining lines, colors and imaginary texts.
Table of a library with books worked in material, oil and knife
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Academie, white abstract, monochrome, collage, minimalism, textured, books
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
to form a unique composition.
The painting portrays a library composed of entirely white books, each
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Elephant, Books and Oranges Still Life
By Anita De Carlo
Located in Soquel, CA
Charming still life of a ceramic green elephant, books and oranges by Anita De Carlo (American
Category
1970s American Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Codex, Abstract Library, Books, French artist, Expressionism, Contemporary
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
"Codex" is a masterful work by the globally renowned artist Sophie Dumont. This painting, created
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Art et lecture, Abstract Library, Books, French, Expressionism, Contemporary
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
Sophie Dumont, a contemporary artist of undeniable talent, presents "Art and Reading," an oil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Trilogie des sens white abstract, library, books expressionism, Monochrom
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
mastery of oil painting. The knife technique creates a rich materiality, adding tactile depth to the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Evanescence of Knowledge white abstract, library, books expressionism, Monochrom
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
measuring 42.12 x 42.12 in framed.
This painting features an abstract composition of rows of books
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
les bouquins, abstract, blue, huile sur toile, library, books, minimalism
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
Blue abstract painting on the theme of books displayed in a library.
The book appears more as an
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sweet dream Still life, Books, French artist, Expressionism Contemporary Collage
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
is an oil and fabric collage on canvas. The black frame around the painting highlights the colors and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Un mot après l
autre, Abstract books, Expressionism, Contemporary library
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
signature of Dumont’s work, enriches the texture and lends the books an almost tangible presence.
Here, oil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Still Life with Orange Books and Boxes by Vilhelm Lundstrøm
By Vilhelm Lundstrøm
Located in New Orleans, LA
Vilhelm Lundstrøm
1893-1950 Danish
Still Life with Orange, Books and Boxes
Signed (on
Category
20th Century Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Floating Books and Butterflies - 2023 Surrealist still life and skyscape
By Steven J. Levin
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Another masterful books and butterflies painting from realist painter Steven J. Levin.
Framed
Category
2010s Surrealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Un Histoire Ancienne" contemporary realist still life of books and objects
By Daniela Astone
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Un Histoire Ancienne" is a classical style contemporary realist still life of collected books and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Still life study of treasures, dolls, shells, teddy , flowers, books, glass.
By Deborah Jones
Located in Woodbury, CT
painting, she lived in a house where the shelves where filled with classical art books close to volumes of
Category
1970s American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Early 20th Century Provençal Sill Life. Glazed Water Jug, Flowers and Books.
By Jean Hippolyte Tavernier
Located in Cotignac, FR
oil painting on canvas is a triumph of the study of light and shade. The intense Mediterranean sun in
Category
Early 20th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
THE PAINTER, still-life, photo-realism, balloon dog, blue, art books
By Robert Jackson
Located in New York, NY
Utilizing a cast of characters that includes fruit, balloon dogs, pastries, toys, and wooden soda-pop crates, Robert C. Jackson calls forth imagery that spans from the ridiculous to ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
French Cubist blue still life with candle, books and fruit by Clement Serveau
By Henri Clement-Serveau
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
(still life with candle, books and fruit)
Gouache and ink on paper
Signed twice ‘Clement Serveau’ (lower
Category
20th Century Cubist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mid Century Modern British still life of flowers and stacked books by Kapp, 1956
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Edmond Xavier Kapp (British, 1890 – 1978)
Still life of flowers and books
Oil on card
Signed and
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
P08-P11 (portfolio) - Richter, Contemporary, 21st Century, C Print, Brushstrokes
By Gerhard Richter
Located in Zug, CH
onwards he has produced prints, photographs, oil paintings, artist's books, multiples, and posters in the
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Prints
Materials
C Print
P08-P11 (portfolio) - Richter, Contemporary, 21st Century, C Print, Brushstrokes
By Gerhard Richter
Located in Zug, CH
1965 onwards he has produced prints, photographs, oil paintings, artist's books, multiples, and posters
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Prints
Materials
C Print
Mid Century French Abstract Oil Painting Books with Horn Stands
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: French School, mid 20th century
Title: abstract still life study of books
Medium
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Embrace of Books - Abstract library, textured painting, Oil on canvas
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
— architectures of memory rendered in tactile layers of oil. In Book Embrace, the artist builds a harmonious
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Books
Tunes" Impressionist Oil Painting Interior Scene of Park Ave Apartment
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
beauty. This painting is signed lower right and it comes displayed in an antique frame with hanging wire
Category
2010s American Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
La Chambre des Livres – Abstract Oil Painting of Stacked Books, Framed, French
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
Medium: Oil on linen canvas
Canvas size: 50 x 50 cm (19.68 x 19.68 in)
Framed size: 57 x 57 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Books and Butterflies 6" oil painting, literature w orange sunset sky, surreal
By Steven J. Levin
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Books and Butterflies #6" is a contemporary American realist painting. The still life shows a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"White Wings" Poetic Realistic Oil Painting with Flying Books and Red Cherry
By Sylvain Loisant
Located in Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Between the real and the unreal, a poetic artwork by the talented French artist Sylvain Loisant.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage still life oil painting of flowers and books by Louise Alix
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Mid-century original still life oil painting by French artist, Louise Alix, signed in the lower
Category
1940s Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sweetness, Abstract Library, colors, Geometric, Contemporary, Oil collage, Books
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
Sweetness
Medium: Oil and collage on linen canvas
Dimensions (unframed): 25.6 x 21.3 inches
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Modern Impressionist Oil Painting Blue Interior Table Scene Blue Jugs and Books
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Blue Interior Scene
by Helen Greenfield (British 20th century)
signed oil painting on board, framed
Category
20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Still life with books 1" Oil Painting 43" x 43" in by Sanjar Djabbarov
Located in Culver City, CA
"Still life with books 1" Oil Painting 43" x 43" in by Sanjar Djabbarov
ABOUT
Sanjar Djabbarov
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Tendance lecture, Abstract Library, Geometric, Contemporary, Oil, Books, green
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
This oil on canvas painting, created by the internationally renowned artist Sophie Dumont, is a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Blue stories, Abstract Library, Geometric, Contemporary, Oil, Books, multicolor
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
.
The painting also plays with ideas of separation and unity, as the books are arranged in a regular
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Freedom of words, Abstract Library, Geometric, Contemporary, Oil, Books
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
structure of the painting is based on dynamic vertical lines representing books aligned on shelves. Yet
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pantone 2025, French Abstract, Geometric, Contemporary, Oil, Books, multicolor
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
vision.
A Dialogue Between Tradition and Modernity
The vertical arrangement of books evokes a sense of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
artbooks, multicolor geometric still life, minimalism, books, modern, oil
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
the subject of countless representations in Western painting since the Middle Ages. Sophie Dumont has
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
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Find a variety of oil painting books available on 1stDibs. There are many Contemporary, Impressionist and Photorealist versions of these works for sale. These items have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. You can search the oil painting books that we have for sale on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of gray, brown, black and green. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Ian Robinson, Nathan Neven, Cornelius Volker, Benjamin Duke and Ekaterina Popova are often thought to be among the most beautiful. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in oil paint, paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home. Large oil painting books can be an attractive addition to some spaces, while the smaller iterations available — each spanning 4.38 inches in width — may make for a better choice for a more modest living area.
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Painting is an art form that has spanned innumerable cultures, with artists using the medium to tell stories, explore and communicate ideas and express themselves. To bring abstract paintings, landscape paintings, still-life paintings and other original paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.
When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.
Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs.
Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.
No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel.
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Questions About Oil Painting Books
- 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs 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.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 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, 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. - 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.
- 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.
- 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 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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