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Purple Lovers (trees, birches, purple, white, landscape oil on canvas painting)
By Allison Green
Located in New York, NY
Couple / Lovers / Pair / Love / Nature /
“Purple Lovers” is part of a series of representational
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lovers, Sky, Canvas Art, Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Located in Granada Hills, CA
lifetime? Look no further than this stunning oil painting, titled "Lovers." The piece features a beautiful
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Two Lovers, Waiting For The Day, Large Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
a crimson plant motif to show the harmony and the binding of their love and of their life.
Oil on
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lovers
By Alina Khrapchynska
Located in Sofia, BG
"Lovers" is an impressionist painting, oil on canvas by Maestro Alina Khrapchynska
About the
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lovers
Located in Zofingen, AG
I wanted Lovers to look comfortable, ageless, of indeterminate origin or nationality and without
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
LOVERS UNDER STARS- Colorful vertical Painting
Located in Miami, FL
Oil on canvas, height 39.3 in, width 31.5 in, the painting shown on the wall may not be
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lovers
By Pierre de Belair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fine French romantic painting, Framed.
Category
1920s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
French School 19th Century Oil - The Lovers
Located in Corsham, GB
An atmospheric scene depicting two lovers captured in an embrace in a darkened room. Unsigned
Category
19th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lovers
Located in Zofingen, AG
I once said it would be easier for me to walk on the moon than become an artist.I left school at 12 to work in the rice fields; at 13, I worked in a sweatshop in Bangkok making shirt...
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lovers forever
Located in Zofingen, AG
I wanted “The Lovers in Love to look comfortable, ageless, of indeterminate origin or nationality
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Young Lovers
By Konstantin Razumov
Located in Belgravia, London, London
Oil on canvas
Canvas size: 19.5 x 24 inches
Framed size: 25.75 x 30 inches
Signed lower right
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Paris is For Lovers" Oil Painting on Paper Breakfast by Eiffel Tower and Coffee
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
controlled movement. "Paris is For Lovers" demonstrates a whimsical expression of femininity and formality; a
Category
2010s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Archival Paper
Lovers 4084
By Kate Salenfriend
Located in Napa, CA
Oil on Canvas with Gold Composition Leaf
Surrounded by artistic inspiration from a very early age
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
The Kiss - Lovers in the Rain: Oil on Canvas
By David Hinchliffe
Located in London, GB
STRETCHING & FRAMING OPTIONS AVAILABLE
Since the age of 12, David Hinchliffe has been painting
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Art Lovers Series
By Magola Moreno
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Art Lovers Serie, 2021 by Magola Moreno
Oil on Canvas
70 cm H x 50 cm W
Unframed
It is a series
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Art Lovers Series
By Magola Moreno
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Art Lovers Series, 2021 by Magola Moreno
Oil on Canvas
70 cm H x 50 cm W
Unframed
It is a series
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lovers in love
Located in Zofingen, AG
family, my Lovers Jazz Conspirators and Ladies in Red.
Ta is a best-selling artist. She is an exciting
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Art Lovers Serie
By Magola Moreno
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Art Lovers Serie, 2021 by Magola Moreno
Oil on Canvas
70 cm H x 50 cm W
Unframed
It is a series
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Paris is For Lovers" Figure in Paris by the Eiffel Tower Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
of painting began at the age of 18 when she was on Thanksgiving break from college. She painted a 9
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Archival Paper
Half Moon Lovers
By Rocky Hawkins
Located in Bozeman, MT
This is an framed original painting on canvas. Rocky Hawkins was born in 1950 in Seattle
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Summer Is For Lovers
Oil painting of couple on a boat in a blue lake kissing
By T.S. Harris
Located in Edgartown, MA
In her paintings, Tracey Sylvester Harris presents a dazzling, iconic vision of the female form
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Framed 19th Century Oil - Lovers Parting at the Kissing Gate
Located in Corsham, GB
A romantic landscape with the setting sun just about to drop behind a distant mountain. Lovers hold
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Lovers 3209
By Kate Salenfriend
Located in Napa, CA
now inform the sculptural texture and layers of oil paint in each of her works. Salenfriend evokes the
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
Signed Antique Oil Painting on Canvas of Two Lovers in a Boat
Located in Round Top, TX
Antique English painting on canvas of a young couple in a boat, by English artist William Richard
Category
Early 20th Century English Paintings
Lovers. Early 19th century, Oil on canvas, 37, 5x27, 5 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Lovers. Early 19th century, Oil on canvas, 37,5x27,5 cm
The painting depicts a couple of lovers
Category
Early 19th Century Romantic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Dawn in Paris 50X50 oil on canvas, PARIS - CITY OF LOVERS
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this vibrant oil painting, I've captured the romance of twilight caressing Paris. My
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lovers - Original Oil on Canvas by Mario Asnago - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Lovers is an original contemporary artwork realized by Mario Asnago in the mid-20th Century.
Mixed
Category
1950s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
James Eckford Lauder (1811-1869) - Mid 19th Century Oil, Lovers in the Moors
Located in Corsham, GB
A wild and rugged landscape serves as the setting for this romantic scene. Lovers embrace while a
Category
Mid-19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lovers in the storm - Brown and pink warm abstract floral painting
By Jennifer L. Baker
Located in Silverthorne, CO
In this abstract floral painting, I used rich browns and delicate pinks to create an emotional
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"The Lovers" by Betsy Podlach
By Betsy Podlach
Located in Carmel, CA
Betsy- 'The Lovers', oil on canvas.
Some of Betsy's paintings were printed on apparel at Marni
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
From the Art Lovers series
By Magola Moreno
Located in Miami Beach, FL
From the Art Lovers series, 2021 by Magola Moreno
Oil on Canvas
70 cm H x 50 cm W
Unframed
It is a
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Divine Lovers" Abstract Painting 82" x 63" inch by Vera Kochubey
By Vera Kochubey
Located in Culver City, CA
"Divine Lovers" Abstract Painting 82" x 63" inch by Vera Kochubey
* * * SHIPPED: ROLLED CANVAS
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic, Spray Paint
1890s Lovers Bridge and Swans
Located in Soquel, CA
Victorian era oil painting of a romantic outing in a rowboat. Circa 1890. Signed "F. O. Mckheen
Category
Late 19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Lovers In The Garden"
By Joseph Lorusso
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
, Lorusso majored in watercolor and considers himself self-taught as an oil painter. He learned to paint by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"Dollar, Money Lovers" Oil On Canvas By Eva Kudukhashvili
Located in Chicago, IL
Abstract dollar bill oil on canvas with mob in silhouette by Russian artist Eva Yelizarova
Category
Late 20th Century Russian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
The Lovers on the Park Bench
, French School
Located in London, GB
'The Lovers on the Park Bench', oil on canvas, signed 'Simon', an artist in the 'Ecole de Paris
Category
1950s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
20th Century Lovers Eye Portrait Oil on Board Signed T O
Donnell
By T O
Donnell
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A Fine and intimate oil on board of a eye, signed lower left
Housed in a gilt bull nose frame
Category
Late 20th Century European Paintings
Materials
Giltwood, Paint
Déjeuner (Male Lovers
Picnic in Mountainscape by Mark Beard)
By Mark Beard
Located in Hudson, NY
Academic style figurative painting of two men in the mountains.
43 X 57.5 inches in silver leaf
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Louis Stanislas Faivre-Duffer (1818-1897) Two lovers, an orientalist scene
Located in Paris, FR
Louis Stanislas Faivre-Duffer (1818-1897)
Two lovers, an orientalist scene
Signed lower right
Oil
Category
1850s Romantic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lovers in the Garden, two abstracted figures in field, green and yellow
By Emily LaCour
Located in New York, NY
As a twin, I have a lifelong fascination with paralleling bodies in stasis. This subjective perception has continued in my relationships and my visual fascination with parallel state...
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
18th c. French Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18th c. French Oil Painting on Canvas of Lovers at Sea. The Painting has been cleaned and re-lined
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Paintings
20th Century Russian Oil Painting of Lovers in the Manner of Marc Chagall
By Marc Chagall
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A colorful, oil on wood painting in the manner of Marc Chagall in a hand carved gilded wood frame
Category
Mid-20th Century Russian Decorative Art
Materials
Giltwood
Romantic Tall Carved Wood Mirror with Interior Oil Painting
Located in Hopewell, NJ
painting of lovers. Top with molding is 48 W. Overall piece is 42.5 W.
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mirrors
Materials
Wood, Mirror
18th Century English school oil painting of lovers
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
English School, 18th Century
Lovebirds
Oil on card laid down on panel
Indistinctly inscribed on an
Category
18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Oil painting of young lovers by Schweninger the Younger
By Carl Schweninger the Younger
Located in London, GB
This charming painting of two young lovers was created by Karl Schweninger the Younger (1854-1903
Category
Late 19th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lovers IX - Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting, Love Theme, Couple Portrait
By Jarek Puczel
Located in Salzburg, AT
The Polish artist Jarek Puczel catches the calmness of apparently simple and unspectacular situations with an impressive modesty and apparent ease. He creates an interesting and tens...
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
20th Century German Modernist Oil Painting Moody Colors, Nude Couple Lovers
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
rediscovered again.
Title: The Lovers
Medium: oil painting on canvas, unframed
Size: 13 x 9.5 inches
Category
20th Century Modern Nude Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lovers
By Allison Green
Located in New York, NY
“Lovers” is part of a series of representational nature paintings by Allison Green. This colorful
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lovers
By Pierre de Belair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
PIERRE DE BELAIR
"LOVERS"
OIL ON PANEL, SIGNED
FRANCE, C.1920
15.25 X 11.25 INCHES
Category
1920s Art Deco Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Signed Early 20th Century Modernist Male Lovers Gay Erotic Portrait Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American signed modernist nude male landscape oil painting. Oil on canvas. Signed
Category
1930s Modern Nude Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lovers
By Hal Hurst
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature: Signed Lower Right
Image of a couple in an outdoor setting.
Category
Late 19th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$10,500
"Lovers in the Rain" Impressionistic Oil Painting of Figures by Eiffel Tower
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
This painting depicts an impressionistic Plein Air scene of a couple under an umbrella by the
Category
2010s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Lovers V and Lovers VIII
By Jarek Puczel
Located in Salzburg, AT
The Polish artist Jarek Puczel catches the calmness of apparently simple and unspectacular situations with an impressive modesty and apparent ease. He creates an interesting and tens...
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lovers. Cardboard, oil, 44x28 cm + gift book
By Vladimir Glushenkov
Located in Riga, LV
Lovers. 1968, cardboard, oil, 44x28 cm + gift book about artist Vladimirs Glušenkovs
published in
Category
1970s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Cardboard, Oil
Raphael Soyer Lovers Signed Vintage Modern Figurative Original Oil Painting
By Raphael Soyer
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An original introspective oil painting on canvas titled “Lovers” by American artist Raphael Soyer
Category
Vintage 1950s Paintings
Materials
Paint
The Lovers
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
Geza Udvary (1872-1932). The Lovers, ca. 1900. Oil on wood panel, 6.25 x 10.5 inches, 11.5 x 16
Category
Late 19th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Genre Painting, Parting Lovers French, 19th Century Oil on Canvas
Located in Lantau, HK
Painting depicting a scene of a couple, saying good-byes.
The lady seated on a chair and wearing
Category
Antique 19th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas
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Find a variety of oil painting lovers available on 1stDibs. There are many Contemporary, Impressionist and Expressionist versions of these works for sale. These items have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add oil painting lovers that pop against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of black, gray, brown, blue and more. Many versions of these artworks are appealing in their rich colors and composition, but Allison Green, Modesto Faustini, Cindy Shaoul, Andrea Vandoni and Aibek Begalin produced especially popular works that are worth a look. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in oil paint, paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.
How Much are Oil Painting Lovers?
The average selling price for oil painting lovers we offer is $4,675, while they’re typically $371 on the low end and $70,400 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Paintings for You
Painting is an art form that has spanned innumerable cultures, with artists using the medium to tell stories, explore and communicate ideas and express themselves. To bring abstract paintings, landscape paintings, still-life paintings and other original paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.
When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.
Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs.
Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.
No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel.
Download the 1stDibs app, which includes a handy “View on Wall” feature that allows you to see how a particular artwork will look on a particular wall, and read about how to arrange wall art. And if you’re searching for the perfect palette for your interior design project, what better place to turn than to the art world’s masters of color?
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Questions About Oil Painting Lovers
- What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, 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.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
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The Real World Portraitist of “The Gilded Age,” Season Three
Only the best painter could suit the calculatedly extravagant Bertha Russell.
See Kent Monkman’s Magical Realist Take on Frontier History
With a solo show at the Denver Art Museum and a commission from the Met, the Cree Canadian painter has become an international sensation.
Yale’s Trove of British Art Is Back on View in a Refreshed Louis Kahn Building
After a two-year closure, they Yale Center for British Art opens its doors again, with all sorts of changes to its building and programming.
At 89, Artist Lucio Pozzi Is Reaching New Career Heights
The Italian-American’s 2020 abstract painting “The Hoe” personifies his “art of not knowing.”
The 1stDibs Guide to Types of Abstract Art
Get to know the key movements and artists who have influenced visual culture for more than a century.
With a Show at MoMA, Marlon Mullen Paints Pictures That Are beyond Words
The nonspeaking California artist is having a moment, with vivacious paintings that play on art-magazine covers as well as more mysterious abstractions.
The Vibrant Beauty of Orphist Art Supersedes Its Perplexing Name
This kaleidoscopic early-modern art style has long deserved another look. Now, the Guggenheim museum is doing just that.