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Chong Liu Abstract Original Oil Painting "Colors"
Located in New York, NY
! Condition: The painting appears to be in excellent condition. Year: 2000 Circa Artist: Chong Liu
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Chong Liu Abstract Original Oil Painting "The Beginning Of Nature - Red"
Located in New York, NY
available! Condition: The painting appears to be in excellent condition. Year: 2000 Circa Artist: Chong Liu
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Chong Liu Impressionist Original Oil On Canvas "Untitled"
Located in New York, NY
! Condition: The painting appears to be in excellent condition. Year: 2000 Circa Artist: Chong Liu
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Chong Liu Abstract Original Oil On Canvas "Untitled - Green"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Untitled - Green Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 30 x 25 inches Frame: Framing options
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Yifan Liu Still Life Original Oil On Canvas "Little Pumpkin"
Located in New York, NY
available! Condition: The painting appears to be in excellent condition. Year: 2011 Artist: Yifan Liu
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Chong Liu Abstract Original Oil On Canvas "The Beginning Of Nature- Green"
Located in New York, NY
Title: The Beginning Of Nature 82 Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 23.5 x 15.5 inches Frame: Framing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Chinese Contemporary Art by Liu Guoyi - Abstract - Green House
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas Liu Guoyi is a Chinese artist born in 1974 who lives & works in Beijing in China. He
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Xuzeng Liu Surrealist Original Oil Painting "New World 1"
Located in New York, NY
Title: New World 1 Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 23.5 x 31.5 inches Frame: Framing options
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Abstract Photography

Materials

Oil

Expectancy
By Liu Yuanshou (劉元壽)
Located in Sofia, BG
"Expectancy" is a nude figurative art line painting by the famous Chinese Maestro Liu Yuanshou, [劉元
Category

2010s Realist Nude Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Waiting
By Liu Yuanshou (劉元壽)
Located in Sofia, BG
"Waiting" is an nude figurative painting by the famous Chinese Maestro Liu Yuanshou, [劉元壽] , “The
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Reality
By Liu Yuanshou (劉元壽)
Located in Sofia, BG
"Reality" is a nude figurative art line painting by the famous Chinese Maestro Liu Yuanshou, [劉元壽
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Creator
By Liu Yuanshou (劉元壽)
Located in Sofia, BG
"The Creator" is a figurative realist art line painting by the famous Chinese Maestro Liu Yuanshou
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Four Statements Of The Spirit
By Liu Yuanshou (劉元壽)
Located in Sofia, BG
Liu Yuanshou, [劉元壽] , His paintings combine a realistic observation of the human state, both
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Shuzeng Liu Landscape Original Oil On Canvas "New World 2"
Located in New York, NY
available! Condition: The painting appears to be in excellent condition. Year: 2013 Artist: Shuzeng Liu
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Liu Shuang Still Life Original Oil On Canvas "Flower In Spring"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Flower In Spring Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 20 x 24 inches Frame: Framing options available
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Shuang Liu Still Life Original Oil On Canvas "Have Some Fruits II"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Have Some Fruits II Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 19 x 23 inches Frame: Framing options
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Morning in Venice, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Morning in VeniceDavid Qiyi LiuOil painting on stretched linenFinished white edgesReady
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Untitled
Located in New York, NY
Liu Shuishi Untitled, 2022 Oil on Canvas 20h x 16w in
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Reversion of Thinking
Located in New York, NY
Liu Shuishi Reversion of Thinking, 2020 Oil on Canvas 59h x 47.25w in
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Power of Solitude
Located in New York, NY
Liu Shuishi The Power of Solitude, 2016 Oil on Canvas 125.98h x 78.74w in
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Valentine s Day
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Oil painting based off of historical Dust-Bowl era photographs.
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Thunder
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Oil painting based off of historical Dust-Bowl era photographs.
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Dandelion 13A
Located in Santa Fe, NM
This spectacular original oil painting by artist Hung Liu is a signature work. For Hung Liu, the
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Dandelion 10
Located in Santa Fe, NM
A powerful and moving oil on canvas diptych by renowned artist, Hung Liu.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Camp Children
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Camp Children is an exquisite original oil painting by artist Hung Liu, part of her American series
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Dandelion 12A
Located in Santa Fe, NM
trained in the Socialist Realist style, Liu studied mural painting as a graduate student at the Central
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Menders: Mother and Daughter
Located in Santa Fe, NM
An original oil by famed Chinese-American artist Hung Liu is an homage to the simple life and hard
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Equus II
Located in Santa Fe, NM
trained in the Socialist Realist style, Liu studied mural painting as a graduate student at the Central
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel, Lithograph

Remote Portrait VII (White)
Located in Santa Fe, NM
trained in the Socialist Realist style, Liu studied mural painting as a graduate student at the Central
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel, Lithograph

Manchu Lady with Cherry Lips
Located in Santa Fe, NM
trained in the Socialist Realist style, Liu studied mural painting as a graduate student at the Central
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel, Lithograph

Bygone Time II
Located in Santa Fe, NM
trained in the Socialist Realist style, Liu studied mural painting as a graduate student at the Central
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel, Lithograph

Peaches
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu, Peaches mixed media painting on panel 41 x 34" 2018
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel

South
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu continues to explore the very personal themes of human migration and displacement through
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Laborer: Mexican Child
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu continues to explore the very personal themes of human migration and displacement through
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Breast Milk
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu continues to explore the very personal themes of human migration and displacement through
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Dandelion - Yellow I
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu, Dandelion - Yellow I mixed media painting on panel 12 x 12" 2018
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel

Da Fan Che - Red Blossoms
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu, Da Fan Che mixed media on panel 41 x 41" 2017
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil

Spring with Cynical Fish
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Think impasto oils render Hung Liu's iconic imagery commenting on the social structure imbedded in
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Red Wash
Located in Santa Fe, NM
believe these paintings are among the most artistically significant Hung Liu has created in her long
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel

Summertime
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu, Summertime mixed media on panel 41 x41" 2018
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel

Sisterhood
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu, Sisterhood mixed media on panel 41 x 41" 2018
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel

January
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu, January mixed media on panel 20.5 x 20.5" 2012
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel

Ophelia
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu, Ophelia mixed media on panel 41 x 41" 2015
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel

Book Club
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu, Book Club mixed media on panel 41 x 41" 2018
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel

Peaches - Silver
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu, Peaches - Silver mixed media on panel 41 x 34" 2018
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel

Devotee Study
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu, Devotee Study mixed media on panel 20.5 x 20.5" 2018
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel

Weaver Study
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu, Weaver Study mixed media on panel 32 x 41" 2018
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel

Crow Song
Located in Santa Fe, NM
In her iconic style, Hung Liu portrays classical imagery from her Chinese heritage.
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Lady Cotton - Silver
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu, Lady Cotton - Silver mixed media on panel 41 x 41" 2018
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel

Soul Mates V
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu, Soul Mates V mixed media on panel 20.5 x 20.5" 2017
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel

Persephone
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu, Persephone mixed media on panel 20.5 x 20.5" 5/9 2014
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel

Lady Cotton Study I
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu, Lady Cotton Study I mixed media on panel 20.5 x 20.5" 2018
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel

Temple (red blossoms) Study III
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu, Temple (red blossoms) Study III mixed media on panel 13 x 13" 2013
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel

Four Kings and a Woman
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu, Four Kings and a Woman mixed media on panel 20.5 x 82" 2014
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel

White Blossoms
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu combines imagery from multiple sources in her commentary on the social structures within
Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Oil, Panel, Lithograph

Dandelion with Dragonflies
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Hung Liu, Dandelion with Dragonflies mixed media on panel 41 x 41" 2018
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Garden Scene
Located in Santa Fe, NM
oil on canvas
Category

Early 2000s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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  • 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.
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    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.
  • 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.
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

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    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.
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    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.
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    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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    The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
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    Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.

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    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.
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    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.
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    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.

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

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    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.
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    To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.

    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

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