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Surfers at Cornwall original landscape painting
By Robert E. Wells
Located in London, Chelsea
The original oil painting by Robert E Wells RBA is framed and ready to be displayed.
Robert E
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
HUGE ! English Original Impressionist oil painting TAMAR BRIDGE DEVON CORNWALL
By Alan Cotton
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: Alan Cotton (1938-) British
TITLE: “The Tamar Bridge" (Saltash Devon / Plymouth Cornwall
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Concarneau DESIRE-LUCAS French 20th painting Oil Interior Brittany Cornwall
Located in PARIS, FR
Louis DESIRE-LUCAS Fort-de-France (Martinique), 1869 - Douarnenez, 1949 Oil on canvas 56 x 45 cm
Category
Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
"St. Michaels Mount Nocturne" oil painting, tidal island near Penzance, Cornwall
By Rachel Personett
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"St. Michaels Mount Nocturne" is a realist oil painting. This nocturne shows the silhouette of a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Vivian Cornwall - 1945 Oil, Carmel Mission
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming study of Carmel Mission in California. The artist captures the Catholic Mission church of a beautiful summer's day with the gardens in full bloom. Signed and dated to the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Original Oil Painting of Polperro Harbour Cornwall by Cyril Lavenstein RBA
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: Cyril Lavenstein RBSA (1891-1986) British
TITLE: ‘Polperro Cornwall”
SIGNED: unsigned
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Christopher Baker - 20th Century Oil, Portloe, Cornwall
Located in Corsham, GB
An expressive oil painting by Christopher Baker, depicting a coastal view of Portloe, Cornwall. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
St. Michaels Mount, Cornwall Fishing Boats at Dusk - Framed Antique Oil painting
By William Anslow Thornley
Located in ludlow, GB
WILLIAM ANSLOW THORNLEY RBA
Fl. later part of 19th century
St. Michaels Mount in Cornwall
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Oil Paintings Seascape Lizard Dawlish Cornwall Devon, 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
This pair of oil paintings are entitled 'Tide At The Ebb'
Gorgeous pair showing two dramatic
Category
Antique 1880s Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Oil Painting by David Bates "Mill on the Inny, Cornwall" Rural Victorian
By David Bates b.1840
Located in Mere, GB
“Mill on the Inny, Cornwall” by David Bates 1840-1921 was a popular Worcester painter of rural
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Modern British oil painting of St. Michaels Mount, Cornwall by Simeon Stafford
By Simeon Stafford
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Simeon Stafford (British, b.1956)
St Michael’s Mount
oil on board
Signed `Simeon’ (lower right) and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
English Original large impressionist oil painting of PORT ISAAC CORNWALL C.1965
By Arnold Beauvais
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: Arnold Beauvais (1886-1982) EnglIsh
TITLE: "Port Isaac Cornwall"
SIGNED: lower right
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Modern British oil painting by Alan Furneaux of St. Ives beach Cornwall
By Alan Furneaux
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Alan Furneaux (British, b.1953)
Summer’s day St Ives
Oil on canvas
Signed `AFurneaux’ (lower right
Category
20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sunbathers - Cornwall
By Ken Howard
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
A wonderful oil on board image of sunbathers in the south of England county of Cornwall by the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
J.A. Pusey - Contemporary Oil, St Ives, Cornwall
Located in Corsham, GB
A painting depicting the harbour at St Ives, Cornwall, at low tide. Presented in a wooden frame
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Joanna Howell - Impressionist 1970 Oil, Respryn Bridge, Cornwall
Located in Corsham, GB
A wonderful impressionist study of Respryn Bridge in Cornwall. With impasto detail and a cool blue
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Joanna Howell - Impressionist 1970 Oil, Respryn Bridge, Cornwall
Located in Corsham, GB
A wonderful impressionist study of Respryn Bridge in Cornwall. With impasto detail and a cool blue
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
English Original St.Ives School Cornwall Still LIFE OIL PAINTING of FRUIT
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: Terry Whybrow (1932-2020) British
TITLE: “Still Life Of Apples”
SIGNED: verso
MEDIUM: oil
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Garstin Cox, Large British Impressionist painting of Cornwall
Located in Harkstead, GB
inland from St Ives, Cornwall. Painted with great panache, the artist employing a vivid palette and
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mirror Pools, Cornwall
By Laura Rich
Located in Deddington, GB
Laura Rich's original painting ‘Mirror Pools' is an original abstract seascape painting inspired by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Trevor Tucker (b.1946) - 20th Century Oil, Mevagissey, Cornwall
Located in Corsham, GB
This vibrant oil painting captures the essence of a bustling harbour, with fishing boats in the
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Coast of Cornwall"
By Walter Elmer Schofield
Located in Lambertville, NJ
St. Ives in Cornwall. Although Schofield established his residence in England, he made annual trips
Category
1920s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Cliff Farm, Cornwall"
By Walter Elmer Schofield
Located in Lambertville, NJ
of Murielle Redmayne. In 1901, they moved to St. Ives in Cornwall. Although Schofield established his
Category
1920s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Trevor Tucker (b.1946) - 20th Century Oil, Mousehole, Cornwall
Located in Corsham, GB
This delightful oil scene depicts a serene harbour with boats gently floating on rippling water
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Dorothy Rimmer - Framed Early 20th Century Oil, St Ives, Cornwall
Located in Corsham, GB
An original oil painting by Dorothy Rimmer. A coastal view near St Ives, Cornwall. Well presented
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Cape Cornwall, contemporary painting for sale by Trevor Waugh
By Trevor Waugh
Located in Deddington, GB
Trevor Waugh
Cape Cornwall
Trevor Waugh
Oil on canvas
Size : H 40.6 cm x W 50.8 cm
Unframed work
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Cape Cornwall, Calm Pink
By Paul Wadsworth
Located in Brecon, Powys
Paul continues to explore Cornwall and its coast, wild and ragged. He is a leading light in the
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Figures on Beach - Cornwall
By Ken Howard
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
A delightful oil on board illustration of the Cornwall scenery. Wonderfully expressive in its
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
A. Dallas-Simpson - Large 20th Century Oil, Little Harbour, Cornwall
Located in Corsham, GB
A panoramic harbour scene on the Cornish coast. Presented in a distressed gilt-effect wooden frame. Signed to the lower-left edge. Title inscribed verso. On canvas on stretchers.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Housatonic River at Cornwall
By John William Casilear
Located in Milford, NH
landscape painting with Asher Durand. To earn money, Casilear worked for many years as an engraver for the
Category
1860s Hudson River School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Winter Twilight by Cornwall Artist Charles Cardale Luck, Oil on Board
Located in Stockholm, SE
places, France and England - where he became associated with the Cornwall art movement.
His paintings
Category
1910s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Trevor Tucker (b.1946) - 20th Century Oil, Low Tide, Mousehole, Cornwall
Located in Corsham, GB
A delightful coastal scene depicting beached fishing boats at Mousehole in Cornwall. Signed in the
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Paul Stephens (b.1957)- Framed Contemporary Oil, Beyond Paradise, Looe, Cornwall
Located in Corsham, GB
Paul Stephens (b. 1957). Pointillist scene in oil. Presented in a white moulded frame. Boldly
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Maude Barnett - Framed Early 20th Century Oil, The Gull Flock, Cornwall
Located in Corsham, GB
painting adds to its charm and it is well presented in a contemporary frame. Signed and inscribed. On board.
Category
Early 20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Trevor Tucker (b.1946) - 20th Century Oil, Low Tide, Mevagissey, Cornwall
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming coastal scene depicting a bustling boatyard filled with vessels in various states of repair. The artist uses a muted, warm palette filled with earthy tones to create a coh...
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Luminous Seas, Original Seascape Painting, Coastal Art of Cornwall, Blue Art
Located in Deddington, GB
An original oil painting on canvas portraying a view of the white bright sun hitting the sea in
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Off the Lizard, Cornwall
Seascape Impressionist oil on canvas circa 1930
s
By Albert Julius Olsson
Located in Frome, Somerset
A good large oil by the Modern British artist Julius Olsson R.A. (1864-1944) circa 1930's.
oil on
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
British Landscape Painting of Coastal Summer Path by Cornwall Seascape Artist UK
By Amanda Hoskin
Located in Preston, GB
British Landscape Painting of Coastal Summer Path by Cornwall Seascape Artist Amanda Hoskin
Category
Early 2000s Land Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
The Bridge, St Austell, Cornwall, England
By Hayley Lever
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
This painting is untitled. From our research we think the subject is a bridge in St Austell
Category
Early 1900s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Crashing waves of the coast of Cornwall, England
By David James
Located in Woodbury, CT
remains elusive. Prolific in his output of quality sea pictures. Paintings by David James have been
Category
1880s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Victorian 19th century English shoreline scene in Cornwall, UK
By Charles Ede
Located in Woodbury, CT
century. He mostly painted in the West of England, around the area of Cornwall and Devon.
Category
1850s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Wonderful moonlight scene on the cliffs above a cove in Cornwall, England
By Walter Williams
Located in Woodbury, CT
museum quality painting.
Category
1850s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
An English Cottage scene with pony, ducks and chickens being fed, in Cornwall.
By Charles Collins
Located in Woodbury, CT
Charles Collins, as he was known, was born in Hampstead in 1851. He began painting pictures at a
Category
1880s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Ges Wilson (b.1954) - Framed Contemporary Oil, Big Bay Shining
Located in Corsham, GB
An original oil painting by Cornwall based artist and educator, Ges Wilson. The vibrant composition
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Cornwall - Textural Abstract Boho Original Oil Painting
By Susan Washington
Located in Los Angeles, CA
thought-provoking.
This one-of-a-kind 48-inch tall by 36-inch wide oil artwork on canvas is wired and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Cape Cornwall Sunset Contemporary Coastal Landscape Original Oil Painting
By Minty Ramsey
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Cape Cornwall Sunset Contemporary Coastal Landscape Original Oil Painting
by Minty Ramsey
Category
20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
" River Fowey, Cornwall, river and hilly landscape Oil Painting
By Georgina Martha de L
Aubiniere
Located in ludlow, GB
GEORGINA MARTHA de L’AUBINIERE
British 1848 – 1930
Oil on board, signed and framed.
Georgina
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Hayle - Cornwall - British 19thC Impressionist oil painting estuary landscape
By Alfred East
Located in Hagley, England
of Landscape Painting in Oil Colour"; in its preface, he made the observation: "The greatest errors
Category
19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
River Fal Cornwall - British Impressionist art 19thC landscape oil painting
By Georgina Martha de L
Aubiniere
Located in Hagley, England
A very fine and delicately painted oil on panel by Georgina de L'Aubiniere which depicts a marine
Category
19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Trevone Bay Cornwall - British Victorian art exhibited seascape oil painting
By Harvey Allport
Located in Hagley, England
This stunning British Victorian Cornish seascape oil painting is by exhibited artist Harvey Allport
Category
19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
St Ives - British Impressionist art oil painting horse Sloop Inn Cornwall
By Harry Fidler
Located in Hagley, England
A stunning oil on canvas by a listed British artist Harry Fidler ROI RBA who worked in St Ives
Category
19th Century Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mullion Cove Cornwall - British 1921 art marine seascape oil painting RA exhib.
By Gordon Crosby
Located in Hagley, England
This beautiful and impressive Royal Academy exhibited British Impressionist landscape oil painting
Category
1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
St Ives Harbour-British art Cornish seascape oil painting female artist Cornwall
By Francis Tysoe Smith
Located in Hagley, England
A delightful impressionist oil on canvas painting by British Cornish School female artist Francis
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Cornwall Bridge
By Eric Sloane
Located in New York, NY
Cornwall Bridge
Oil on canvas
30 ½ x 24 ¾ inches unframed (77.47 x 62.865 cm)
Signed and inscribed
Category
20th Century Hudson River School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil painting, 19th century English scene of Children with horses Newlyn Cornwall
Located in Woodbury, CT
Fairlie Harmar was born in Weymouth, Dorset, and studied at the Slade School of Fine Art. On her marriage to Ernest Arthur George Pomeroy, 7th Viscount Harberton, she became Viscount...
Category
1890s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Joanna Howell - Impressionist 1970 Oil, Respryn Bridge, Cornwall
Located in Corsham, GB
A wonderful impressionist study of Respryn Bridge in Cornwall. With impasto detail and a cool blue
Category
Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Golden Afternoon - Cornwall
By Julius Olsson
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
A large and truly exquisite, Cornwall, England seascape and beach. oil on canvas. Accomplished
Category
Early 1900s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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You are likely to find exactly the oil painting cornwall you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. There are many Impressionist, Contemporary and Modern versions of these works for sale. Making the right choice when shopping for an oil painting cornwall may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add an oil painting cornwall to create new energy in an otherwise neutral space in your home, you can find a work on 1stDibs that features elements of gray, brown, black, purple and more. Finding an appealing oil painting cornwall — no matter the origin — is easy, but Hayley Lever, Trevor Waugh, Nancy Bailey, Walter Elmer Schofield and David James each produced popular versions that are worth a look. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paint, oil paint and canvas.
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The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — an oil painting cornwall in our inventory may begin at $461 and can go as high as $181,250, while the average can fetch as much as $4,584.
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- 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 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.
- 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.
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Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 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.
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- 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.
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