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Still Life Painting - Chinese Tray with Fruit
By Julius Bloch
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Julius Bloch (1888-1966) German/American painter - Lovely Still Life Oil on Canvas. Created in the
Category

Early 20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Pritchard Davis - Framed 1951 Oil, The Chinese Vase
Located in Corsham, GB
Dramatic summer flowers pop against the colourful slip decoration of this elegant Chinese vase
Category

Mid-20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique Chinese Reverse Painting on Glass "Family Gathering" 1920 s
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5000 Antique Chinese Reverse painting on glass et in a period frame with brass hanger
Category

1920s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Tea Time", Contemporary Still Life, Brown, Yellow, Orange, Gold, Oil Painting
By Marcia Wise
Located in Franklin, MA
“Tea Time” by Marcia Wise is a 24 x 30 inch still life oil painting from the artist’s china cup
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Large Abstract Expressionist Taiwanese Painting Chihung Yang Chinese Art
Located in Surfside, FL
, developing a sound foundation in oil painting under the tutelage of famous Taiwanese artists of the Japanese
Category

1980s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Archival Paper

The Chinese Moon - Oil on Canvas by G. Lo Fermo - 2020
By Giorgio Lo Fermo
Located in Roma, IT
Fermo in 2020. Original oil painting on canvas. Hand-signed and dated on the back by the artist: olio
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

China Camp State Park Old Fishing Village - San Rafael California Original Oil
Located in Soquel, CA
China Camp Fishing Village - San Rafael California - Abstract Impressionist Wonderfully vivid
Category

1940s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Large Abstract Expressionist Lotus Flower Taiwanese Chinese Painting Kuo Yu-Lun
Located in Surfside, FL
KUO YU-LUN (GUO YULUN, CHINA, 1930-2001) Important Chinese Artist Modernist Yu-Lun Kuo Oil
Category

1960s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

1930 s French Impressionist Oil Still Life Interior China Ornaments Elephant
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
oil painting on board, unframed double sided measures: 9.5 high by 13 inches wide condition: overall
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Chinese Contemporary Art by Cao Fan - Abstract Painting Series 3
By Cao Fan
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Yellow Cowslip Flowers in Chinese Vase - 21st Century Dutch Still-life Painting
By Ingrid Smuling
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
cm ( Frame is included) Oil on wood panel Ingrid Smuling, the Grand Lady of Still life painting is
Category

2010s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Sympathy - Blue Suits Figurative Oil Painting on Canvas
By Darwin Estacio Martinez
Located in Los Angeles, CA
recently participated in the esteemed 2nd Dafen International Oil Painting Biennale in Shenzhen, China, and
Category

2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Maitreya. Spring. Suzhou, China
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Painting "MATTER. The spring of Suzhou, China" takes us to the depths of Chinese culture, opening
Category

Early 2000s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Guqin 1"- Softly Colored Mixed Media Painting with Chinese Musical Characters
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Loy Luo is a Chinese artist based in New York. She received a Master’s Degree from the Beijing
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil

Bridge in Usa. China
Located in Edinburgh, GB
The painting "Bridge in Wuxi" opens before us the magical world of the ancient Chinese city of Wuxi
Category

Early 2000s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Chinese Dolls- 21st Century Contemporary Still-Life Painting
By Ingrid Smuling
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
most in her element when she is painting in her beautiful studio in the middle of The Hague. One of the
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

View of the Hongs, Canton
By 19th Century Chinese school
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
boomed with the opening of the China Trade by way of the sailing ship. The surviving paintings which
Category

1850s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Blue, Yellow, and Salmon - Colorful Contemporary Figurative Fashion Oil Painting
By Darwin Estacio Martinez
Located in Los Angeles, CA
in the esteemed 2nd Dafen International Oil Painting Biennale in Shenzhen, China, and showcased his
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

(4) Chinese Export Oil on Canvas Exterior Scenes C. 1840 National Gallery Prov.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese Export, mid 19th century. An exceptional and original 4 piece set of Chinese Export oil
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Oil on Canvas Depicting a Porcelain Sales Woman, Chinese School, 18th Century
Located in Langweer, NL
Interesting 18th century painting, Chinese School, for the European market, depicting a porcelain
Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Graham Evernden (b.1947) - Framed Contemporary Oil, China Cup with Fig
Located in Corsham, GB
Graham Evernden (b.1947) Contemporary, oil on board. China Cup with Fig. Signed with initials to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Macao
By 19th Century Chinese school
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
craft only. From the Chinese artists who produced port and ship paintings directly for their nautical
Category

1860s Other Art Style Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Loquats Chinese Bowl Contemporary photorealist still life painting, yellow
By Barbara Vanhove
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Contemporary Still Life Painting 'Loquats & Chinese Bowl' by Barbara Vanhove. Inspired by the Dutch
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Chinese Chinoiserie Scene Portrait
Located in Queens, NY
2 Asian Chinese style oil painting portrait on canvas of figural chinoiserie scene of man holding
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Chinese Chinoiserie Scene Portrait
Located in Queens, NY
Asian Chinese style oil painting portrait on canvas of figural chinoiserie scene of man and servant
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Framed Vintage Chinese Oil Canvas by Katherine Lewis
Located in Locust Valley, NY
The framed vintage Chinese oil canvas titled "Lewis" features an impressionist portrayal of a
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Wood

Dragon Boats Chinese New Year San Francisco Bay Area Original Oil on Canvas 1960
By Peter Lowe
Located in Soquel, CA
Dragon Boats Chinese New Year San Francisco Bay Area Original Oil on Canvas 1960s A seminal
Category

1960s Post-Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil Crayon

19th Century China Trade Painting of Clipper Ship Tin Sing off Hong Kong
Located in London, GB
Anonymous Chinese Painter Clipper Ship Tin Sing of Hong Kong Oil on Canvas 25 X 32 inches
Category

19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large 20th Century Modernist Abstract Oil Painting by Lily Huang
By Lily Huang
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Stunning large scale modernist oil painting by the contemporary Chinese artist Lily Huang. The work
Category

Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Still life with Chinese vase. 2020. Oil on canvas, 60x40 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Still life with Chinese vase. 2020. Oil on canvas, 60x40 cm
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Hibiscus Chinese
By Simon Kozhin
Located in Zofingen, AG
Many have read the fairy tale “The Scarlet Flower” by the writer Sergei Timofeevich Aksakov, and probably remember the miracle that kindness and love creates. When I saw this red flo...
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Cardboard

China Plight
Located in Atlanta, GA
, outrageously bright and scandalously juicy paintings that were recently on view at the Besharat Gallery in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Esther Kjerner (1873-1952) - Framed 1935 Oil, Still Life of Chinese Lanterns
Located in Corsham, GB
This striking still life painting depicts a bouquet of Chinese Red Lanterns arranged in an antique
Category

Early 20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Yanping Sun Still Life Original Oil On Canvas "Fruit and China Vase"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Fruit and China Vase Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 18 x 26 inches Frame: Framing options
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

China Cat
By David A. Dreyer
Located in Dallas, TX
David A. Dreyer was born in Dallas in 1958, and earned his BFA and MFA at Southern Methodist University. He was a recipient of the Moss/Chumley Award from the Meadows Museum and has ...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Graphite, Oil

George Weissbort (1928-2013)- Framed 20th Century Oil, Chinese Vase with Flowers
By George Weissbort
Located in Corsham, GB
Still Life, oil on board. Signed 'G. Weissbort' lower left. Dated 1967. Well presented in a
Category

20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

"China Rocks" Landscape
By Duane Albert Armstrong
Located in Soquel, CA
Serene atmospheric styled landscape scene of peaks in China with soft sunrise in the background by
Category

1980s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Stunning Oil painting on Canvas, Seascape, Sailing Ships at Sunset, Framed
Located in Palm Coast, FL
This is a stunning impressive original oil painting on canvas depicting Chinese ships in the open
Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil Painting, Asian River Scene, Signed
Located in Somis, CA
intense color blends with the rest perfectly. The painting is painted by a Chinese painter and signed on
Category

2010s Chinese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Canvas

Chinese Report #2
By Liu Bolin
Located in Long Island City, NY
Chinese Report #2 by Liu Bolin, Chinese (1973) Date: 2008 Inkjet and Oil on Canvas, signed and
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Inkjet

China Patch Abstract
By John Thomson
Located in Soquel, CA
Compelling and vibrant oil abstract work by Monterey Bay artist and gallery owner John O. Thomson
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

An Oil on Canvas Titled "The Nude Model Girl" by Chinese Artist Zhai Xinjian
By Zhai Xinjian 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Zhai Xinjian (China, b. 1950) "The Nude Model Girl" oil on canvas depicting a female nude model
Category

Vintage 1980s Chinese Other Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood

Grace Larner (1926-2022) - Oil, Still Life With Apples and Chinese Lanterens 89
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming depiction of Chinese Lanterns and apples on patterned green cloth. Unsigned. Acquired as
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Chinese vase
Located in Zofingen, AG
work is painted from life on a quality 100% linen canvas with oil color of high quality. The painting
Category

2010s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Chinese Martial Arts Diagram
By Macauley Norman
Located in Jersey City, NJ
"Chinese Martial Arts Diagram", oil on canvas, figurative, pastel.
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Oil On Canvas "Still life with flowers and Chinese vase" By Julien Stappers
Located in Gavere, BE
Oil On Canvas "Still life with flowers and Chinese vase" By Julien Stappers Biography: Julien
Category

1920s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Chinese Garden, Huntington Library
By Calvin Liang
Located in Pasadena, CA
Provenance Acquired by the gallery directly from the artist. FRAMED: 15.5" x 18.5" x 1.125"; UNFRAMED: 9" x 12"
Category

2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Chinese Chinoiserie Scene Portrait
Located in Queens, NY
2 Asian Chinese style oil painting portraits on canvas of figural chinoiserie scene of man holding
Category

20th Century Chinese Export Paintings

Materials

Gold

China - 21st Century, Flag, Red, Pink, White, Great Wall of China, Pagoda
By Mihai Florea
Located in Baden-Baden, DE
China, 2010 Oil on canvas (Signed, front right middle) 14.96 H x 18.11 W in. 38 H x 46 W cm. The
Category

2010s Photorealist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Chinese Man
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Lazlo Tatz (Hungary 1888 - Philippines 1951) Portrait of a Chinese man Oil on canvas, H. 50 x W
Category

Early 20th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A Chinese Company playing Droughts
Located in Amsterdam, NL
certainly never was in China. This painting was made in Europe, presumably in the China Town of Berlin
Category

1920s Art Deco Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Home Sweet Home; Kaiping, China
By John Budicin
Located in Pasadena, CA
good time laughing and teasing." —John Budicin Exhibited China's Crown Jewel; Recent Paintings by
Category

2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Panel

Chinese Contemporary Art by Su Yu - Manufacture
By Su Yu
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas Su Yu is a Chinese artist born in 1987 who lives and works in Beijing. He was an old
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Chinese Contemporary Art by Su Yu - Ship
By Su Yu
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas Su Yu is a Chinese artist born in 1987 who lives and works in Beijing. He was an old
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Chinese Contemporary Art by Su Yu - Beach
By Su Yu
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas Su Yu is a Chinese artist born in 1987 who lives and works in Beijing. He was an old
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A Sudden Shower; Kaiping, China
By John Budicin
Located in Pasadena, CA
Exhibited China's Crown Jewel; Recent Paintings by American Artists, American Legacy Fine Arts, June 21
Category

2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Panel

Chinese Contemporary Art by Hongda - Guard
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on sailcloth Hongda is a Chinese artist born in 1984 who lives and works in Beijing, China. He
Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Sailcloth, Oil

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There is a broad range of oil painting chinese for sale on 1stDibs. A selection of these works in the Contemporary, Abstract and Art Deco styles can be found today in our inventory. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. You can search the oil painting chinese that we have for sale on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of black, gray, brown and red. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Angela China, Bryan Mark Taylor, Olga Antonova, Ingrid Smuling and Nie Jian Bing are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and fabric, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

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Prices for art of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — oil painting chinese in our inventory begin at $280 and can go as high as $65,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,520.

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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.

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Questions About Oil Painting Chinese
  • 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.
  • 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 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.
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    Yes, you can paint your Chinese cabinet, though unless it is in poor condition, doing so is usually frowned upon. You will have to sand down the surface beforehand, as most Chinese cabinets have a lacquer finish.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese ancestor paintings are portraits of the deceased ancestors of a Chinese family. These portraits would be done by an artist to honor and remember their ancestors, and legend had it that if these paintings were properly cared for, the ancestors would bring fortune to the family. Shop an array of Chinese ancestor 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 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.

    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 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, 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 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.

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