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African Tribal Portrait of a man Sadhu, Varanesi , red orange, traditional
By Ignacio Trelis
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
'Sadhu, Varanesi' a highly detailed portrait painting of a tribal African black man with jewellery
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

French Impressionist Portrait of an Elderly Man in Blue Seated in Reflection
By Bernadette Kelly
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Kelly (French b. 1933) Unsigned Medium: oil painting on board, unframed Painting size: 9.25 inches
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century French Oil on Canvas “Portrait of a Man in a White Shirt”
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
Early 19th century “Portrait of a Man in a White Shirt”, from the French school. Showing a young
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Turkmen Contemporary Art by Amir Kerr - Son Of A Man
By Amir Kerr
Located in Paris, IDF
Signed on reverse Born in Turkmenistan, in the sunny city of Ashkhabad. From his youth was into artistic activities, currently the earlier works are kept in the family archives. In ...
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of Tattooed Man - Original Oil Paste on Canvas - Late 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Portrait of Tattooed Man is a colored artwork realized in the late XX century. Oil Pastel on
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Canvas, Oil Pastel

"Portrait of a Man", Oil on Linen, Framed, signed by Roth, Mid-20th Century, USA
Located in San Francisco, CA
This small, expressive portrait uses bold, shadowy brushstrokes to depict a man's face in profile
Category

Mid-20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Linen, Wood

Mid 20th Century Vintage Boho Original Figural of Young Man Oil on Canvas, Frame
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This original oil on canvas depicts a young boy in jeans smirking with his hands in his pockets
Category

Mid-20th Century North American American Classical Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

The Griffin - Long abstract figure of man in grey, orange background patterns
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
The Griffin Oil on canvas 60 × 36 × 1.75 in 152 × 91 × 4 cm In The Griffin, Michele Mikesell
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Saint Joseph -- Surreal figurative abstract of flying man and hot air balloons
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
Saint Joseph Oil on canvas 36 × 60 in 91 × 152 cm Michele Mikesell’s Saint Joseph unfolds as a
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Belorussian Contemporary Art by Ihar Barkhatkou - Portrait of an Old Man
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas Ihar Barkhatkou is a Belorussian artist born in 1988 who lives and works in Tbilisi
Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

17th Century by Bernardo Strozzi Portrait of a man with white collar
By Bernardo Strozzi
Located in Milano, Lombardia
– Venice, Italy, 1644) Title: Portrait of a man with white collar Medium: Oil on canvas Dimensions: without
Category

17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mid 20th Century Portrait of Man in Spectacles French/ Polish artist
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait signed by Jacob Markiel (Polish 1911-2008) *See notes oil on board , unframed board: 25 x
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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

Pair of English Nobel Figural Man Woman Oval Oil on Canvas Portraits, C 1790
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of English Nobel figural oil on canvas oval portraits of male posing with hunting canine
Category

Antique 1790s English George III Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Wood, Giltwood

Portrait of Man San Francisco Bay Area Figurative Movement Peter Witwer
By Peter Witwer
Located in Soquel, CA
Portrait of Man San Francisco Bay Area Figurative Movement Figurative portrait of a man by San
Category

1950s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

“Portrait of a North African Man, 1872” Orientalist Portrait Black Model 19th C.
Located in Yardley, PA
“Portrait of a North African Man, 1872” by August Holmberg (1851-1911) This striking oil painting
Category

1870s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Paper, Canvas

Portrait of a Man in Armchair, Mid Century Short Story Illustration
Located in Soquel, CA
Excellent figurative oil painting of a man seated in an armchair with papers strewn about the
Category

1930s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Portrait of Old Man with Cat in Capestrano - Paint by Sirio Pellegrini - 1968
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on cardboard realized by Sirio Pellegrini in 1968. Hand signed. Includes a wooden frame
Category

1960s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

"The Art Critic" portrait of a man in the suit in front of the cactuses
Located in Edgartown, MA
plan after that was to set up an atelier in Paris and spend my days painting the pretty and elongated
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Man of the Mountains by Steven Rehfeld - Surrealist Green Landscape Art
By Steven H. Rehfeld
Located in Carmel, CA
Steven H. Rehfeld (American, born 1954) 'The Man of the Mountains' 1993 Oil paint, Canvas
Category

1990s Surrealist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Stretcher Bars, Oil

James Vullo Oil on canvas .. W.P.A. /ASHCAN Portrait of a Man 1930 s
By James Vullo
Located in Buffalo, NY
James Vullo Oil on canvas .. W.P.A. /ASHCAN Portrait of a Man 1930's ..Powerful image.. retains
Category

Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Native American "Portrait of a Jolly Man" -Emin Abbasov (b. 1950, Azerbaijan)
Located in SANTA FE, NM
Native American "Portrait of a Jolly Man" Emin Abbasov (b. 1950, Azerbaijan) Oil on cardboard
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

French School 19th Century, Portrait of a young man, 1891, signed and dated
Located in Paris, FR
French School of the 19th century Portrait of a young man, 1891 Signed (illegible) and dated 91 on
Category

1890s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Man with No Eyes, social justice interpretation of civil rights crime victim
By Audrey Anastasi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oil and oil stick on canvas Interpretation of beating and blinding of Issac Woodard sparking
Category

2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

“God Save the Children” Early Figurative Portrait of an Anguished Black Man
By Buford Evans
Located in Houston, TX
Early figurative portrait painting by Houston-based artist Buford Evans. The work features a black
Category

1970s Naturalistic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Panel

Belorussian Contemporary Art by Ihar Barkhatkou - Portrait of a Man (Umber Face)
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas Ihar Barkhatkou is a Belorussian artist born in 1988 who lives and works in Tbilisi
Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Myth of Sisyphus X (A Man Defines Himself by his make-believe)
By Vivian Liddell
Located in Gilroy, CA
"Myth of Sisyphus X (A Man Defines Himself by his make-believe)" is an original contemporary
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Acrylic

Man Running with Dog - No Thorough Fare, Golden Age of Illustration
By William Henry Dethlef Koerner
Located in Miami, FL
Signed lower right. Titled verso on stretcher, Artist to the current owner's Aunt. unframed
Category

1930s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Colorful Purple, Pink, Green Modern Portrait of Man Playing Billiards or Pool
By Gerald Garston
Located in Houston, TX
Colorful modern figurative portrait of a man playing billiards or pool by Connecticut artist Gerald
Category

1970s Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Head Study of a Young Man with Open Collar, French School circa 1820–1840
Located in Firenze, IT
Head Study of a Young Man with Open Collar, French School circa 1820–1840 Oil on canvas, 50 × 44 cm
Category

Early 19th Century Romantic Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A Charming Mid-Century Modern Portrait of a Young Man by Francis Chapin
By Francis Chapin
Located in Chicago, IL
A Charming, 1960s Mid-Century Modern Portrait of a Young Man by Francis Chapin (Am. 1899-1965
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Oil

Portrait of A Man Wearing A Top Hat , attributed to Tom Roberts 1888
By Tom Roberts
Located in Gavere, BE
the artwork : Title: Portrait of a man wearing a top hat Médium: oil on canvas Signature: signed
Category

1880s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Expressionist Portrait of a Man in a Red Sweater Against a Bold Blue Abstract
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Man signed by Fanch Lel (French b. 1930) size: 10.75 x 9 inches oil painting on board
Category

20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Victorian Balding Man Portrait
Located in Queens, NY
Wood carved framed oval oil painting portrait of balding man with collar.
Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Paintings

Materials

Paint

Louis XVI Style Oil Painting of a Domestic Interior Scene
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XVI style (20th Cent) gilt framed oil painting of 18th Century man with 2 ladies in
Category

20th Century Louis XVI Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Impressionist Oil Sponge Man, Khan El-Khalili Cairo 1993 Signed Roy Pettitt
Located in London, GB
A fine impressionist gilt framed oil on board 'Sponge Man, Khan El-Khalili Cairo' dated 1993
Category

20th Century English Paintings

Materials

Paint

Portrait of Man - Oil Pastel on board by Paul Ascan Demmé - Early 20th Century
By Paul Ascan Demmé
Located in Roma, IT
Portrait of man is an original modern artwork realized by Paul Ascan Demmé (Bern 1866 - 1953 Paris
Category

Early 20th Century Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Board, Oil Pastel

American Portrait Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in Haywards Heath, GB
Oil on canvas portrait painting of a man in smart attire in the original gilt frame American 1880
Category

Antique 19th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

19th century Irish portrait of a man, smoking a Pipe, seated in a barn interior.
Located in Woodbury, CT
painting is an excellent piece of history, both in how the man is painted and also the scene. Framed in a
Category

1890s Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

American Victorian Man Portrait
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian gilt framed oil painting portrait of 19th Century man with stick pin and white
Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Paintings

Materials

Paint

19th Century historical Italian genre scene of a woman baby sat next to a man
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
transcribed from the original. Condition: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is
Category

19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

American, 1912 portrait of a man in a red tie by female artist Elizabeth Grandin
By Elizabeth Grandin
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Elizabeth Grandin (American, 1889 – 1970) ‘Man with red tie’, 1912 Oil on canvas Signed with studio
Category

20th Century Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th Century Dutch Portrait of an Elderly Man Framed
Located in Queens, NY
Dutch Old Master style (19th Cent) black framed oil painting portrait of old man writing in a book
Category

Antique 19th Century Other Paintings

Materials

Paint

Early 19th Century Portraits of a Man and Woman
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A pair early 19th century French oil on canvas paintings of a man and woman, probably husband and
Category

Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Paintings

Materials

Paint

Dutch Old Man Writing Portrait
Located in Queens, NY
Dutch Old Master style (19th Cent) black framed oil painting portrait of old man writing in a book
Category

Antique 19th Century Dutch Biedermeier Paintings

Materials

Paint

19th Century Wouter Verschuur original oil painting
By Wouterur Verschuur
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
17th Century Wouterur Verschuur original oil painting of 2 horses and man greeting woman and child
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Danish Baroque Revival Paintings

Materials

Paint

American Victorian Bearded Man Portrait
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian gilt framed oil painting portrait of bearded man lighting pipe
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Paintings

Materials

Paint

English Georgian Robed Man Portrait
Located in Queens, NY
Gilt framed oil painting portrait of 18th Century man wearing white scarf and brown robe.
Category

Antique 18th Century British Georgian Paintings

Materials

Paint

American Victorian Man with Beard Portrait
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian oil painting portrait of man with beard and red tie in gold beaded frame.
Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Paintings

Materials

Gold

French Louis XVI Young Man Portrait
By Jean-Marc Nattier
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XVI (18th Cent) oil painting portrait of a young man in a brown jacket leaning on a
Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Paintings

Materials

Paint

Dutch Man with Large Hat Portrait
Located in Queens, NY
Dutch Old Master style (19th Cent) black framed oil painting portrait of man with large hat and
Category

Antique 19th Century Dutch Biedermeier Paintings

Materials

Paint

Oil on Canvas Painting of Couple Near Lake Garda, Italy Signed Dated 1884
Located in Round Top, TX
Original large oil on canvas painting of older man courting a younger lady on a sunny road near
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Isaac L. Williams Signed Portrait of Man with Beard, 19th Century
Located in Doylestown, PA
Signed oil on canvas portrait painting of man with a white beard by Isaac L. Williams (1817-1895
Category

Antique 19th Century North American Victorian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

American Federal Man in Black Portrait
Located in Queens, NY
American Federal gilt framed oil portrait painting of man in black holding large white paper
Category

20th Century American Federal Paintings

Materials

Paint

English Georgian Man in Black Portrait
Located in Queens, NY
English Georgian gilt framed oil portrait painting of 18th Century man in black with long hair
Category

Antique 18th Century British Georgian Paintings

Materials

Paint

Spanish Renaissance Man in a Ruff Portrait
Located in Queens, NY
Spanish Renaissance-style oil painting of a man in a ruff in a rectangular gilt wood frame
Category

20th Century Spanish Renaissance Paintings

Materials

Paint

American Victorian Style Bearded Man Portrait
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian style gilt framed oval oil portrait, painting of bearded man wearing black tie
Category

20th Century American Victorian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

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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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  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 19, 2025
    The famous painting of a man looking over a cliff is Wanderer Above the Sea of Fog. Caspar David Friedrich produced the work in 1818. Today, it hangs in the Hamburger Kunsthalle in Hamburg, Germany. Explore a variety of fine art 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.
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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.
  • 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.

  • 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.
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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.
  • 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
    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.
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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.
  • 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.

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