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To the Vanquished, Saturday Evening Post Cover, March 10, 1934
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Date: 1934
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 32.00" x 24.00"
Signature: Signed Lower Left
Category
1930s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
George Washington, Study for Saturday Evening Post Cover
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature: Signed Lower Left
Saturday Evening Post Cover, February 25, 1939
Category
1930s Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Spring- Apollo and Animals
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature: Signed Lower Right
Cover of The Saturday Evening Post, March 30
Category
1920s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Study for
Who, Me Work?
Saturday Evening Post Cover
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Board
Signature: Signed Center Left
Study for Saturday Evening Post Cover 'Who, Me
Category
1920s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Study for Saturday Evening Post, Thanksgiving edition (Nov. 29, 1924)
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature: Unsigned
Study for the Saturday Evening Post cover - Thanksgiving
Category
1920s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"The Postman Always Drinks Twice", Preliminary Study for Life Magazine
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature: Unsigned
Preliminary study for Life magazine, Circa 1941
Category
1940s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Study for
Christmas Peek,
Saturday Evening Post Cover
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil and Pencil on Canvas Laid Down on Board
Study for the December 23rd, 1939 issue The
Category
1930s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board, Pencil
Soldier Kneeling at French Memorial
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature: Signed Lower Right
The Saturday Evening Post, June 1, 1918
Category
1910s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Challenge to Liberty
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature: Signed Lower Right
Featured in The Saturday Evening Post
Category
1930s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Fourth of July (George Washington), SEP Cover Study, 1917
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas Laid on Board
Signature: Unsigned
Sight Size 11.50" x 14.50;" Framed 18.00" x
Category
1910s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
Robert E. Lee on Traveler
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Signature: Unsigned
Framed Dimensions: 34.38" x 22.50"
Study for Saturday Evening Post Cover, January 20, 1940
Civil War general, Robert E. Lee in confederate uniform on his horse....
Category
1940s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Discus Thrower, Collier
s Magazine Cover
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Signed by Artist Signed Lower Right
The Discus Thrower, The American Victory at Athens, Collier's Weekly magazine cover, June 9, 1906
LITERATURE:
L.S. Cutler and J.G. Cutler, J.C. ...
Category
Early 1900s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Bonneted Lady in Church, Easter Saturday Evening Post Cover
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Board
Signature: Signed Middle Left
Cover of Saturday Evening Post magazine (Easter
Category
Early 1900s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Bringing in the Turkey, Thanksgiving Saturday Evening Post Cover
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature: Signed Lower Center
Bringing in the Turkey, Saturday Evening Post
Category
1930s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Yard Work, Saturday Evening Post Cover Study
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas laid on Board
Signature: Unsigned
Saturday Evening Post cover study
Category
1930s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
General Vandegrift
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature: Signed Lower Left
Joseph Christian Leyendecker was born in
Category
1940s Other Art Style Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Study for Double Page Kuppenheimer Ad
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature: Unsigned
Size: 27.5" x 14.75"
A study for the double page
Category
Early 20th Century American Modern Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Study for Saturday Evening Post Cover
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil with Pencil on Canvas
Signature: Signed Monogram Lower Right
Study for Saturday
Category
1930s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Queen of the May, Saturday Evening Post Cover
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Date: 1937
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 31.00" x 24.00", Framed 38.00" x 32.00"
Signature
Category
1930s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
This is my Busy Day! (Valentine
s Day Cherub)
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature: Signed Lower Right
Cover of The Saturday Evening Post, February
Category
1910s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Looks Good for 48 by J.C. Leyendecker
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in New Orleans, LA
Joseph Christian Leyendecker
1874-1951 American
Looks Good for '48
Signed "JCL” (lower left)
Oil
Category
Mid-20th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Kuppenheimer Study
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
article “Learning From Masters of the Past” by Walt and Roger Reed
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature
Category
1980s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
New Year
s Baby, Saturday Evening Post Cover
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
PRICE UPON REQUEST.
Beginning to Rain, New Years Baby, Saturday Evening Post Cover, December 31, 1927.
Exhibitions:
JC Leyendecker and The Saturday Evening Post, Norman Roc...
Category
1920s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Boy Holding Pumpkin Carving of Teddy Roosevelt
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in New Orleans, LA
Executed for the October 26, 1912 cover of the Saturday Evening Post, Boy Holding a Pumpkin Carving of Teddy Roosevelt encapsulates J.C. Leyendecker's signature style. Bold and chee...
Category
Early 20th Century Other Art Style Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Three Wise Men
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in New Orleans, LA
The three wise men present their gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh to the newborn baby Jesus in this elegant, well-finished study by J.C. Leyendecker. Created in preparation for ...
Category
Early 20th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Madonna and Child with Infant Saint John the Baptist and the Lamb
Located in Dallas, TX
Catholic picture / religious painting / Christian oil on board, framed in an elaborate gilded frame
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Christian Asmussen, European Cityscape With River, Oil Painting
By Christian Asmussen
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This early 20th-century oil painting by Danish artist Christian Asmussen (1873-1940) depicts a
Category
1920s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Christian Berthelsen, Coastal Landscape With Cattle, Oil Painting
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This enchanting 19th-century oil painting by Danish artist Christian Berthelsen (1839-1909) depicts
Category
1870s Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Christian Gardair Oil on Canvas Painting 1985
By Christian Gardair
Located in Washington, DC
Oil on canvas painting by Christian Gardair (French, b.1938). Signed, titled and dated 1985 on
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Christian Radich Ship, signed oil painting
By Louis Letouche
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Christian Radich, 1937
by Louis Letouche (French 1924-2015)
oil painting on linen canvas, stretched
Category
1990s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Christian Spruell "Samson and Dilouadid, 1995" Multi Media Abstract Painting
Located in San Rafael, CA
Christian Spruell (American, born 1971)
Samson and Dilouadid, 1995
Multi Media oil, spray paint
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Spray Paint, Screen
Orthodox Christian Church in Winter
, Expressionist Landscape Oil Painting
Located in London, GB
'Orthodox Christian Church in Winter', oil on board, by unknown Eastern European artist (circa
Category
1970s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Danish Lake Landscape-Oil Painting with Gold Frame
Located in Chesterfield, MI
Measures 17.25 x 27 x 1.75 inches with frame. Painting is in Good Condition. Frame has cosmetic
Category
Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Portrait of a Man by Christian Wilhelm Dietrich, Oil on Panel, 18th Century
By Christian Wilhelm Dietrich
Located in Stockholm, SE
CHRISTIAN WILHELM ERNST DIETRICH (Attributed to) (1712-1774)
PORTRAIT OF A MAN
oil on panel
panel
Category
Late 18th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Original 19th Century Oil Painting by Christian Schussele
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Original 19th Century Oil Painting by Christian Schussele
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Neoclassical Paintings
Materials
Paint
Our Lady of Włodzimierz-XXI century Oil figurative painting Religious Christian
By Marlena Nizio
Located in Warsaw, PL
MARLENA NIZIO Studied painting under prof. Jerzy Nowosielski at the Academy of Fine Arts in Cracow
Category
2010s Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique Signed Italian Luminous Street Scene Sunset Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique German oil painting by Christian Johannes Wilberg (1839 - 1882). Oil on canvas. Signed
Category
1880s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Danish Fish Market Scene early 20th century Oil Painting Signed
Located in Stockholm, SE
- standing at the edge of the market with his easel and paints... Oil Painting, signed, framed.
Size app.: 37
Category
1940s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Cotton Canvas, Oil
Violinist in an Interior - British Impressionist 19thC art musical oil painting
Located in Hagley, England
This superb British Impressionist 19th century oil painting is by noted artist William Christian
Category
1880s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Christian Berthelsen, Village Landscape With Thatched Cottage
Storks
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This charming 19th-century oil painting by Danish artist Christian Berthelsen (1839-1909) depicts a
Category
Early 1900s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique Christian Paintings, Madonna and Child Jesus, Oil on Canvas, XIX
Located in Breganze, VI
This is a Antique Christian paintings Artwork, portraits of the Madonna and Child Jesus placing
a
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Charles X Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Christian Bergeron Original Acrylic Cityscape Oil Painting New York City Taxi
Located in Dayton, OH
A large and impressive cityscape oil painting by Christian Bergeron featuring New York City. Aptly
Category
Late 20th Century Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Frederik Christian Kiærskou, Picturesque Landscape With Farmer Driving Oxon
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This fine mid-19th-century oil painting by Danish artist Frederik Christian Kiærskou (1805-1891
Category
1850s Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Saulo Against The Christians Oil On Canvas 17th Century
Located in Milan, IT
Oil on canvas.
In the big scene there are two figures of knights in arms, richly harnessed; the
Category
17th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Djupadal in Blekinge, Sweden by Danish Artist Frederik Christian Kiaerskou, 1855
Located in Stockholm, SE
Discover the beauty of Danish artist Frederik Christian Kiaerskou with this exquisite oil sketch
Category
1850s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Danish Coast and Hills by Christian Frederick Rix Walsted
By Christian Frederick Rix Walsted
Located in Soquel, CA
Christian Frederick Rix Walsted (Denmark, 1871-1938). Oil on Canvas. Unframed.
Biographical
Category
Early 1900s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Portrait of an Old Bearded Man by a Follower of Christian Wilhelm Dietrich
By Christian Wilhelm Dietrich
Located in Stockholm, SE
Follower of Christian Wilhelm Dietrich
Portrait of an Old Bearded Man
oil on panel
approx from
Category
Early 19th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Portrait of a Bearded Man With a Beret, Follower of Christian Wilhelm Dietrich
By Christian Wilhelm Dietrich
Located in Stockholm, SE
Follower of Christian Wilhelm Dietrich
Portrait of a Bearded Man With a Beret
oil on panel
approx
Category
Early 19th Century Dutch School Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Small Oil on Copper Christian Paintings with Jesus Christ and the Virgin Mary
Located in Dallas, TX
beautifully painted oil on copper, framed
Jesus Christ with Crown of Thorns (upper right)
8
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century European Baroque Revival Paintings
Manner of Christian Wilhelm Ernst Dietrich - 19th Century Oil, The Scholar
Located in Corsham, GB
A wonderfully atmospheric study of an elderly gentleman, possibly a scholar or artist. Completed in the style of the 18th-century artist Dietrich. Excellently presented in a dark woo...
Category
19th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of an Old Man by a Follower of Christian Wilhelm Ernst Dietrich, 1800s
Located in Stockholm, SE
This painting, which we have for sale, is a beautiful piece of artwork created by a follower of the
Category
19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Portrait of an Old Man, Painted in Christian Wilhelm Ernst Dietrich Circle
Located in Stockholm, SE
We are delighted to present an exquisite painting from the circle of Christian Wilhelm Ernst
Category
19th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Standing Stream with Shading Trees and Sunlit Clearing, 19th century oil.
By Christian Zacho
Located in Stockholm, SE
Mørch Christian Zacho (1843 - 1913). Oil on canvas laid on board. Signed C.Z. Probably painted in the
Category
Late 19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
Neo-Classical Ballerina
, Paris, Royal Danish Academy Oil, Student of Matisse
By Carl Christian Forup
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
emphasize the painting's Neo-Classical atmosphere.
Described by the art historian and critic Christian
Category
1910s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Original Painting -
Stream in Winter Forest’ by Danish Landscape Artist
By Jens Christian Bennedsen
Located in Preston, GB
Original Painting - 'Stream in Winter Forest’ by Jens Christian Bennedsen (1893-1967) - a Danish
Category
Early 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Oil
Christian Valdemar Clausen Young Woman in Interior, Oil on Canvas
Located in København, Copenhagen
Christian Valdemar Clausen (1862-1911).
Young woman in interior.
Oil on canvas.
Signed
Category
Antique 1880s Danish Paintings
Søren Christian Bjulf, Denmark, Oil on Canvas, Fishermen and Traders
Located in København, Copenhagen
Søren Christian Bjulf (1890-1958), Denmark. Oil on canvas.
Fishermen and traders on The Old Dock
Category
Vintage 1920s Danish Paintings
Materials
Canvas
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Questions About Oil Painting Christian
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
- La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
- Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
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