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Cradle of the First People, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel
By Irina Pushkareva
Located in Yardley, PA
This is an original, one-of-a-kind painting on 0.9 (2.4 cm) thick wood panel done in oil. My
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Study Of Lions, 19th Century by M C FEHR (German)
Located in Blackwater, GB
before their den, oil on canvas by M C Fehr. Excellent quality and condition early study of a Lion and
Category
19th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$4,132 Sale Price
25% Off
Maurice Asselin (1882-1947) A Bunch of flowers in a vase, Signed oil on canvas
By Maurice Asselin
Located in Paris, FR
Maurice Asselin (1882-1947)
A Bunch of flowers in a vase
Signed lower left
Oil on canvas
In good
Category
1930s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Kuluso (Ant-Lion Larvae)
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
The artwork titled "Kuluso (Ant-Lion Larvae)" is a captivating piece that portrays a man standing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
$4,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Original Framed and Signed Painting of Lion Cub by Lori Benton Circa1988
Located in Seattle, WA
This Painting showcases a Lion Cub playing with a small beetle. Professionally framed and matted
Category
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Wood
William Huggins - 19th Century British Oil painting of Hens and Cockerel
By William Huggins
Located in London, GB
WILLIAM HUGGINS
(1820-1884)
Cockerel and Hens
Signed and dated l.r.: W Huggins 1880
Oil on board
Category
Late 19th Century Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lion Kitty (Tortoiseshell II)
By Daniel Handal
Located in New York, NY
images and hired a painter to turn them into oil paintings, one of art’s most traditional mediums? Would
Category
2010s Other Art Style Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Maurice Asselin (1882-1947) A bouquet of roses and nasturtiums, Signed oil
By Maurice Asselin
Located in Paris, FR
Maurice Asselin (1882-1947)
A Bouquet of roses and nasturtiums
Signed lower right
Oil on cardboard
Category
1930s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lion
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Lion" depicts the majestic presence and serene strength of the lion, a symbol of power and
Category
2010s Expressionist Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lion and Lioness On The Hunt
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
RÖTIG Georges-frédéric (1873-1961)
Lion and Lioness On The Hunt
Oil on canvas signed and dated
Category
1930s Academic Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Two Tribes (Diptych), Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
In this electrifying artwork, two mighty lions engage in a fierce battle of roars that reverberate
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Georgian Contemporary Art by Vakhtang Khelashvili - Lion King
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Vakhtang Khelashvili is a Georgian artist born in 1993 who lives and works in
Category
2010s Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Portrait/Animal_Good Luck Is A Lion Who Roars + Batts At The Moon_America Martin
By America Martin
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
America Martin
"Good Luck Is A Lion Who Roars And Batts At The Moon"
Oil & Acrylic on Canvas
72 x
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
America MartinPortrait/Animal_Good Luck Is A Lion Who Roars + Batts At The Moon_America Martin, 2024
$15,560 Sale Price
20% Off
Portrait of Bert Lahr as Burlesque Clown - The Cowardly Lion in the Wizard of Oz
By Walt Kuhn
Located in Miami, FL
The Cowardly Lion in the Wizard of OZ. Here he is depicted in his comedian's costume which he wears
Category
1940s American Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Foreground of a Lion - Original Pencil Drawing by Willy Lorenz - 1940s
By Wilhelm Lorenz
Located in Roma, IT
animals typically hunted as game. His highly detailed oil paintings evoke the texture and movement of
Category
1940s Animal Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Pencil
Olivia Holm-Møller: “Daniel in the Lions’ Den”, Tempera
Oil on Canvas
By Olivia Holm-Møller
Located in Kastrup, DK
lions’ den.
Created in tempera and oil on canvas, the painting features a bold and vibrant color palette
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
"Neon Watcher" (2023) - Medieval Armor Still-Life Oil Painting
By Elena Burykina
Located in Denver, CO
Elena Burykina's "Neon Watcher" (2023) is an original, handmade oil painting on panel.
Artist
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Early 20th Century Study of Jean Leon Gerome Ferris
Lion -- The Two Majesties
By Jean Leon Gerome Ferris
Located in Soquel, CA
Wonderful early 20th Century study of Jean Leon Gerome Ferris's 1885 Lion and Sun landscape "The
Category
1920s Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Geoportrait: Contemporary Oil Painting on Canvas, 2010s, Unframed
By Hédy Gobaa
Located in Montreal, Quebec
reappearances as there are losses of self.
By juxtaposing the paintings of three series the exhibition suddenly
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Rappelle-toi… Baisse Tes Yeux, Contemporary Oil Painting, 2010+
By Hédy Gobaa
Located in Montreal, Quebec
reappearances as there are losses of self.
By juxtaposing the paintings of three series the exhibition suddenly
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Untitled Contemporary Oil Painting on Canvas, 2010+, Unframed, 20x24
By Hédy Gobaa
Located in Montreal, Quebec
reappearances as there are losses of self.
By juxtaposing the paintings of three series the exhibition suddenly
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Leopard, Panther, Lion, Elephant, Zebra, Rhino, Peaceable Kingdom
By Gustavo Novoa
Located in Miami, FL
kid; and the calf and the young lion and the fatling together. The painting is titled on verso. " The
Category
1970s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
16th Century by Francesco Traballesi Portrait of a young man with a glove
Located in Milano, Lombardia
with a glove
Medium: Oil on panel
Dimensions: without frame 69.5 × 86.5 cm
Painting without frame
Not
Category
16th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Nature’s Way" Oil Painting 72" x 36" inch by Genevieve May
By Genevieve May
Located in Culver City, CA
"Nature’s Way" Oil Painting 72" x 36" inch by Genevieve May
Medium: Oil on canvas
Nature’s Way
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Self Portrait in Studio - British art 19th Century interior oil painting
Located in Hagley, England
A fine interior oil painting which dates to circa 1870 by listed artist Alfred Stevens. It is a
Category
19th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
$10,799 Sale Price
20% Off
Study of a Lions - Original Pencil on Paper by Wilhelm Lorenz - Late20th Century
By Wilhelm Lorenz
Located in Roma, IT
detailed oil paintings evoke the texture and movement of animals like boars, foxes, buffalos, and lions
Category
Late 20th Century Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Pencil
Maurice Asselin (1882-1947) A Reclining young woman, signed oil on canvas
By Maurice Asselin
Located in Paris, FR
Maurice Asselin (1882-1947)
A Reclining young woman
Signed upper right
Oil on canvas.
60 x 82 cm
Category
1930s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vue d’El Ghazela, Technopole - Contemporary Oil Painting on Canvas
By Hédy Gobaa
Located in Montreal, Quebec
reappearances as there are losses of self.
By juxtaposing the paintings of three series the exhibition suddenly
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Djerba, Été 2007 Oil Painting on Canvas, Contemporary, Unframed, 58x79
By Hédy Gobaa
Located in Montreal, Quebec
reappearances as there are losses of self.
By juxtaposing the paintings of three series the exhibition suddenly
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
The Grand Canal from St. Marks, Venice - Superb Large 19th Century Oil Painting
By Edward Pritchett
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘The Grand Canal from St. Mark’s, Venice’ by Edward Pritchett RWS (1807-1876). The painting hangs
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Maurice Asselin (1882-1947) Still life with fruits, Signed oil painting
By Maurice Asselin
Located in Paris, FR
Maurice Asselin (1882-1947)
Still life with fruits
Signed lower left
Oil on cardboard
In good
Category
1930s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Behind The Story - Large Portrait Painting Monochrome Black White Oil Canvas
Located in Sofia, BG
.
About the artwork:
TECHNIQUE: oil painting
STYLE: Contemporary
Edition : Unique, signed
Weight
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
L’enfer de l’autre, Contemporary Oil Painting on Canvas, 2010
By Hédy Gobaa
Located in Montreal, Quebec
reappearances as there are losses of self.
By juxtaposing the paintings of three series the exhibition suddenly
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Large Midcentury Oversize Oil on Canvas Painting of Tigers by Peter Colby
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Oil on canvas painting by artist Peter Colby. Large oversize canvas featuring two lions resting
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Judaica Oil Painting 1945 Palestine Old Jewish Man Polish Israeli Artist
By Ozer Shabat
Located in Surfside, FL
, architecture captured the lion's share of his paintings. Cities like Safed, Jaffa and Jerusalem are the subject
Category
1940s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Doorless Bar - Contemporary, Sky, Blue, White, Dream, Lion, Male
By Mihai Florea
Located in Baden-Baden, DE
Doorless Bar, 2019
Oil on canvas
31 1/2 H x 47 1/4 W in.
80 H x 120 W cm
The artwork was part of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1960
s Oil Painting Tennis Match Sports Scene After Leroy Neiman Sporting Art
By Paolo Corvino
Located in Surfside, FL
Oil on canvas 24 x 18 in., 27 x 21 in with frame.
This is a tribute painting, it was inspired and
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait/Figurative/Animal/Wait Till The Lion Goes Away_America Martin
By America Martin
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
America Martin
"Wait Till The Lion Goes Away"
Oil & Acrylic on Canvas
48 x 48 in.
Exploring the
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
$13,800 Sale Price
25% Off
Somewhere There Before Sunrise - Oil Painting Blue Red Grey Yellow White Black
By Milena Kirilova Mladenova
Located in Sofia, BG
"Somewhere there .. before sunrise" is a painting by Maestro Milena Mladenova.
The painting is
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The White Winged Lion - 21st Century, Sky, Blue, White, Dream, Fantasy, Winter
By Mihai Florea
Located in Baden-Baden, DE
The White Winged Lion, 2019
Oil on canvas
31 1/2 H x 47 1/4 W in.
80 H x 120 W cm
The artwork was
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Naive London Street Scene Folk Art Oil Painting Big Ben, Parliament, Union Jack
By Andrew Murray
Located in Surfside, FL
child of five he had his first lesson in painting from the son of another, the 10-year- old Mervyn Peake
Category
20th Century Folk Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Venice Landscape Italian Oil on Canvas Painting in Gilt Wood Frame, Belle Epoque
Located in Firenze, IT
This delightful turn of the century (early 20th century) oil on canvas painting represents an
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Spoken Shadows, Large Scale Modernist Southwest Adobe Oil Painting Gustavo Novoa
By Gustavo Novoa
Located in Surfside, FL
debut as an artist in the early 1960¹s selling oil paintings,watercolors and crayon drawings on the
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
The Battle of Flodden, English School Early 20th Century Oil, Knights
Located in London, GB
English School
1910
The Battle of Flodden
Oil on canvas, monogrammed and dated 1910 lower right
Category
Early 20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"A shepherd teaching a shepherdess to play the flute"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Flute"
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions (Framed): 115 x 100 cm
Dimensions (Canvas): 88 x 94 cm
This
Category
18th Century Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
18th Century Oil on Canvas Heraldic Funerary Hatchment Painting
Located in London, GB
18th Century Oil on Canvas Heraldic Funerary Hatchment Painting, Memento Mori Painting, Vanitas
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century British Gothic Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
A Love Match, Paperback Cover
By Robert Maguire
Located in Fort Washington, PA
, Ballantine, Ace, Signet, Dell, Berkley, Monarch, Hillman, and Lion Books. His work is marked by its
Category
1990s Other Art Style Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Study of Lion - Original Drawing by Wilhelm Lorenz - 1932
By Wilhelm Lorenz
Located in Roma, IT
specialized in paintings of animals typically hunted as a game. His highly detailed oil paintings evoke the
Category
1930s Modern Animal Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Pencil
"Mouse Trap in Lions Den" Abstract Oil Pastel on Board signed by Reginald K. Gee
By Reginald K. Gee
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Mouse Trap in Lions Den" is an original oil pastel drawing on rag board by Reginald K. Gee. The
Category
1980s Contemporary Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Oil Pastel, Board
Belly Energy, colorful nude in mirror w animals elephant lion
By Jenny Toth
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This is an oil painting done from life with a woman looking in the mirror with energy radiating
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Horses in a paddock
By Donald Grant
Located in Stoke, Hampshire
to sketch lions, cheetahs, elephants, and zebras in their natural settings. His paintings of these
Category
20th Century Modern Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Horses in a paddock
By Donald Grant
Located in Stoke, Hampshire
to sketch lions, cheetahs, elephants, and zebras in their natural settings. His paintings of these
Category
20th Century Modern Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Maurice Asselin (1882-1947) The House of the artist, Oil on canvas, signed
By Maurice Asselin
Located in Paris, FR
Maurice Asselin (1882-1947)
The House of the painter, Neuilly
signed lower left
oil on canvas
55 x
Category
1930s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Build me a Dream, Paperback Cover
By Robert Maguire
Located in Fort Washington, PA
, and Lion Books. His work is marked by its versatility and consistent high quality which is
Category
1980s Romantic Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Study of Lion - Drawing by Wilhelm Lorenz - Mid-20th Century
By Wilhelm Lorenz
Located in Roma, IT
animals typically hunted as a game. His highly detailed oil paintings evoke the texture and movement of
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Pencil
Study of lion - Original Pencil Drawing by Wilhelm Lorenz - 1933
By Wilhelm Lorenz
Located in Roma, IT
as a game. His highly detailed oil paintings evoke the texture and movement of animals like boars
Category
1930s Modern Animal Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Pencil
Mid Century Modern Italian Oil Painting Losi Cinello (1928-1982) Cityscape
By Losi Cinello
Located in Sarasota, FL
Fantastic oil on panel by Italian artist Losi Cinello (1928-1982 Italian)
Incredibly well done
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
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Oil Painting Of A Lion For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate oil painting of a lion for your needs in our varied inventory. You can easily find an example made in the Abstract style, while we also have 2 Abstract versions to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect oil painting of a lion among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those made as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right oil painting of a lion is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes brown, gray, black and beige. There have been many interesting oil painting of a lion examples over the years, but those made by Leslie Luverne Anderson, Emily Burling Waite, Agnija Germane, Ken Gun Min and Walt Kuhn are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and canvas, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
How Much is a Oil Painting Of A Lion?
The average selling price for an oil painting of a lion we offer is $2,450, while they’re typically $1,550 on the low end and $145,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Oil Painting Of A Lion
- 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.
- 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, 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.
- 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. - 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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, 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, 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, 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.
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