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Nest
Located in Denver, CO
Nest, 2018
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Nest: Black Swallowtails - Still Life Oil Painting on Gold Leaf, Woman Artist
Located in Denton, TX
Nest: Black Swallowtails by Pam Burnley-Schol is a detailed oil painting on gold leaf. This
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Nest: Black Swallowtails - Still Life Oil Painting on Gold Leaf, Woman Artist
Located in Denton, TX
Nest: Black Swallowtails by Pam Burnley-Schol is a detailed oil painting on gold leaf. This
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Nido (Nest)
By Jeri Ledbetter
Located in Tulsa, OK
Living on the Mississippi River, I find nature’s oddities compelling and inspiring. I see man-made structures, a fence, a barge, the cobble stones, all striving for survival with wat...
Category

Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Bernard Carolan (1912-1981) - Mid 20th Century Oil, Nests
Located in Corsham, GB
A striking abstract study depicting a tree with three birds nests. The artist captures the egg
Category

20th Century Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Nest: Visitor
Located in Denton, TX
Nest: Visitor, 2020 Signed, titled, and dated on back of frame by Pam Burnley-Schol Oil painting on
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Empty Nest
By Steven J. Levin
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Levin imbues his viewers with emotion even with his still lifes. This depiction of an empty nest
Category

2010s American Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Birds Nest
By Steven J. Levin
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
, rests lightly on a nest with a hatched egg inside. The chick has gone on and learned to fly.
Category

2010s American Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Crow s Nest
By Olivia (Ollie) McConnell
Located in Buffalo, NY
An original modern expressionist landscape painting by American female artist Olivia “Ollie
Category

1940s Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Attrib. Oliver Clare (1853-1927) - Oil, Birds Nest and Clematis
By Oliver Clare
Located in Corsham, GB
depicting a bird nest filled with blue eggs with draping clematis. Bears signature to the lower right
Category

Early 20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Lead Nest, Oil, Chinese Ink and Graphite on Nepalese Mitsumata Paper, 2018
By Lluis Lleó
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Lead Nest by Lluís Lleó 40 in. H x 30 in. W Oil, Chinese Ink and Graphite on Nepalese Mitsumata
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Ink, Oil, Washi Paper, Graphite

English 1869 Still-Life Oil Painting of Bird’s Nest with Fruit by G. Broome
Located in Shippensburg, PA
G.J. BROOME British, active 1867-1873 Still-Life with Bird's Nest, Grapes and Strawberries Oil on
Category

Antique 19th Century English Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

English Antique 1869 Still-Life Oil Painting of Bird’s Nest w/ Fruit by G.Broome
Located in Shippensburg, PA
G.J. BROOME 
British, active 1867-1873

 Still-Life with Bird's Nest, Grapes and Strawberries
Category

Antique 19th Century British Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Predrag Stojanovic. Oil on canvas. Surrealist composition with bird s nest.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Predrag Stojanovic, Serbian artist. Oil on canvas. Surrealist composition with bird's nest
Category

1990s Serbian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

“Dogwood Blossoms with Bird’s Nest”
By Oliver Clare
Located in Southampton, NY
Beautiful original oil on canvas painting by the well known Briitish artist, Oliver Clare. Signed
Category

1890s Victorian Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

“Still Life with Bird’s Nest”
By Oliver Clare
Located in Southampton, NY
Very well executed oil painting on heavy card stock of a still life of flowers with a active bird’s
Category

1920s Academic Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

"Three Hats" classical still life with birds nest and egg
By Steven J. Levin
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Three Hats" is part of Levin's "plumage" series, where he contrasts hats to birds nests, put
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

George Clare, Still Life With Primroses, Bird’s Nest Mossy Bank
By George Clare
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This splendid 19th-century oil painting by British artist George Clare (1835-1890) depicts a mossy
Category

1880s English School Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Still life of Bird s Nest and Flowers on a Mossy Bank
By Oliver Clare
Located in Belgravia, London, London
Oil on canvas Canvas size: 10 x 12 inches Framed size: 18 x 20 inches Signed lower right
Category

19th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th century English still life of fruit, apples, pears, birds nest, flowers
Located in Woodbury, CT
19th century English still life of flowers , fruit, birds nest in on a mossy bank by Ellen Ladell
Category

1880s Victorian Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Still life of flowers in a vase with ants and flies with Roses and a birds nest
By George Frederik Ziesel
Located in Woodbury, CT
Remarkable 18th century flower painting by a very rare Flemish painter. Ziesel was a classically
Category

1760s Old Masters Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Nest, Oil Painting
By Judy Mackey
Located in San Francisco, CA
, representational, oil paintingNestJudy MackeyOil painting on stretched canvasFinished white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique American Oil Painting Birds Nest Female Artist Framed Bright 1888
Located in Buffalo, NY
An original oil on canvas painting by American female artist Eleanor Ecob Morse. This charming
Category

1880s American Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th Century genre oil painting of two girls with a bird’s nest
By Edward Charles Barnes
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
Edward Charles Barnes British, (1836-1882) The Bird’s Nest Oil on canvas, signed & dated 1875 Image
Category

19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Pigeon s Nest - forest painting Contemporary Impressionism 21st
By Erika Toliusis
Located in London, Chelsea
these dramatic works in oil, with a palette knife as her only painting tool. In seeking the familiar
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Nest
By Lyubena Fox
Located in Sofia, BG
"The Nest" In this painting, nature is put in a theatrical setting in order to highlight her
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Fine Victorian English Still Life Oil Painting Birds Nest Mossy Earth Flowers
By Oliver Clare
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Flowers & Birds Nest by Oliver Clare (English, 1853-1927) signed lower right oil on canvas, framed
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Max Sinclair - Signed 1882 Irish Oil, Eagle s Nest, Killarney
By Max Sinclair
Located in Corsham, GB
A very fine 1882 Irish oil painting depicting the Eagle's Nest Mountain in Killarney, County Kerry
Category

1880s Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Still Life of Spring Flowers and Birds Nest - British Victorian art oil painting
By George Clare
Located in Hagley, England
This lovely British Victorian still life oil painting is by noted still life Birmingham artist
Category

1870s Victorian Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Still Life of Birds Nest with Primroses - British 19th century art oil painting
Located in Hagley, England
This charming British Victorian still life oil painting is by noted artist John Fitz Marshall
Category

19th Century Victorian Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Nest In Undergrowth
By Bernard Carter
Located in Brecon, Powys
Nest In Undergrowth, Bernard Carter 1909- 2006 Oil on Canvas Great abstract wildlife
Category

1960s Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Bird in Nest
By Edwina Lucas
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
role in her life. At the age of five, Lucas was taught the fundamentals of oil painting by her mother
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Framed 19th Century Oil - Two Children with a Birds Nest
Located in Corsham, GB
An interesting mid to late 19th century oil depicting two young children with a birds nest. The
Category

19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century pair of still life oil paintings of birds nest with flowers fruit
By Oliver Clare
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
Clare British, (1853-1927) Still Life of Bird’s nest with Flowers & Still Life of Fruit Oil on canvas
Category

19th Century Victorian Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Nest: Monarchs
Located in Denton, TX
Signed, titled, and dated on back of frame by Pam Burnley-Schol Oil painting on gold leaf 30x 30 x
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Painting 19th Century - Still-Life Bird Nest in a Busch
By Narcisse Vivien
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Narcisse VIVIEN (19th Century) Bird Nest in a Busch Oil on canvas signed low left Golden Frame Dim
Category

1880s Academic Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

British Framed Oil on Canvas Painting "The Bird s Nest", Tom Hold, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
19th century framed painting on canvas, The Bird's Nest, signed lower right T Hold (Tom Hold
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Fine English Still Life Eggs in Mossy Nest with Wild Flowers, signed oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Cherry and the Tree Pipit nest with male orange tip butterflies. Medium: oil on board, framed Framed
Category

20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Winter Wood (A nest for the moon)
By Miles Cleveland Goodwin
Located in Dallas, TX
confronting life as it is. The honest intention and lack of guile behind the paintings resonates within us
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A happy nest - 17th century Italian painting bird animal - The nesting doves
Located in Aartselaar, BE
17th century Italian Baroque painting is both a symbol of a happy and warm home (nest) as well as a
Category

Mid-17th Century Baroque Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

“Dogwood Blossoms with Bird’s Nest”
By Oliver Clare
Located in Southampton, NY
Beautiful original oil on canvas painting by the well known Briitish artist, Oliver Clare. Signed
Category

1890s Victorian Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Classical Still Life of Flowers with Birds Nest Wine Urn Signed British Oil
By Robert Dumont-Smith
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Still Life of Flowers and Birds Nest by Robert Dumont-Smith (British 1908-1994) signed oil on
Category

Mid-20th Century Old Masters Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Birds Nest and Apple Blossoms Oil on Linen Gump s S.F. Store 1900 by Rose Elliot
Located in Soquel, CA
Birds Nest and Apple Blossoms Oil on Linen Gump's S.F. Store 1900 by Rose Elliot Very well executed
Category

Early 1900s American Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

English Flowers and Birds nest with birds eggs on a mossy bank
By Vincent Clare
Located in Woodbury, CT
Vincent Clare was a Birmingham painter of fruit and flower subjects. He was the son of George Clare and brother of Oliver Clare, also both painters. Vincent lived for most of his li...
Category

1870s Victorian Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

English still life Flowers and birds nest by a Basket on a moss bank
By Vincent Clare
Located in Woodbury, CT
19th C English still life Flowers and birds nest by a Basket on a moss bank Clare was a Birmingham
Category

19th Century Victorian Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Nest
By Ben Henriques
Located in London, GB
. Elsewhere the artist’s tools, his oil paints and brushes, become the focus of his gaze, in a reflective work
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Slate

Nest
By Ben Henriques
Located in London, GB
Henriques’ paintings find beauty in the everyday objects that populate and document our lives.
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Slate

Nest
By Sofia Quirno
Located in New York, NY
Discourse constructed through a personal abstraction and reinterpretation of reality.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Linen, Oil

Nest Egg
By Marie Figge Wise
Located in Basalt, CO
A small sweet nest on a branch from Houston artist Marie Figge Wise
Category

2010s Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Nest
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Nest Egg
By Marie Figge Wise
Located in Basalt, CO
Marie Figge Wise travels to paint and is constantly photographing the world around her, looking for that special atmosphere that makes her want to capture it on canvas.
Category

2010s Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Feathering My Nest
By Susie Pryor
Located in Atlanta, GA
Oil on canvas
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Vincent Clare, Oil on Canvas, Birds Nest
By Vincent Clare
Located in Pewsey, GB
Vincent Clare – Oil On Canvas – Birds Nest dated 1894. width 40 cm, height 46 cm, depth 6 cm
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Paintings

Materials

Paint

Vase and Two Nests
By David Kroll
Located in New York, NY
LITTLEJOHN CONTEMPORARY OFFERING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH GARVEY|SIMON SUITE 207: 547 WEST 27TH STREET NYC 10001
Category

Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Still Life Oil on Canvas of Boxes and Nest
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Beautifully painted still life oil on canvas of boxes, egg and nest.
Category

20th Century American Paintings

The Forest of Nested Things
By Joshua Flint
Located in Mill Valley, CA
An abstract painting of a woman.
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Vase, Nest and Flowering Vine" still life painting vase bird flowers landscape
By David Kroll
Located in Phoenix, AZ
David Kroll Vase, Nest and Flowering Vine, 2005 oil on linen 48" x 58" Artist David Kroll is
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

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Oil Painting Nest For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the oil painting nest you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. In our selection of items, you can find Contemporary examples as well as a Abstract version. Making the right choice when shopping for an oil painting nest may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right oil painting nest for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, gray, black and pink. An oil painting nest from Catherine Christiano, Vincent Clare, Oliver Clare, Ben Henriques and Jennifer Ross — each of whom created distinctive versions of this kind of work — is worth considering. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and fabric, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much is a Oil Painting Nest?

The average selling price for an oil painting nest we offer is $2,400, while they’re typically $375 on the low end and $175,000 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.

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Questions About Oil Painting Nest
  • 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.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.

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

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

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

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

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021
    Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.

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

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

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

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

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 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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