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Oil Painting On Marble

Early 19th Century Set of Four Trompe-L’Oeil Oil Paintings on Marble with Putti
Located in Palm Desert, CA
An early 19th century set of four trompe-l’œil oil overdoor paintings on marble representing
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Antique Early 19th Century French Paintings

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Marble

Marble IV, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Carlos Bruscianelli
Located in Yardley, PA
When creating "Marble IV", I immersed myself in an artistic challenge that sought to capture the
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Oil

"Marble in Martini Glass" (2025) Oil Still-Life Painting on Panel
By Carlos Bruscianelli
Located in Denver, CO
Carlos Bruscianelli's "Marble in a Martini Glass" is an original, handmade oil painting on panel
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2010s Photorealist Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Panel

Caput Mortuum - Conceptual Encaustic Oil Painting, Marble Dust Ash On Canvas XXL
By Krzysztof Gliszczyński
Located in Salzburg, AT
, Oil, encaustic, pigments, marble dust on canvas, 200 x 300 cm (two parts, one part 200x150cm
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1990s Conceptual Abstract Paintings

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Marble

Marble on Marble
By Robert Zappalorti
Located in Greenwich, CT
an arrangement of perfume bottles.
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Early 2000s Realist Still-life Paintings

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Board, Oil

Penitent Magdalene and St. John the Baptist, oil on slate, early 17th century
Located in Milan, IT
theories: it is no coincidence that the painter who most often experimented with oil painting on marble was
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Early 17th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings

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Oil

"Everybody On The Same Page" Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting
By Sax Berlin
Located in Brecon, Powys
In classic Sharp Edge 21st Century New York Style, Berlin acknowledges and shows solidarity with the world mourning the cruel death of George Floyd in the United States, and starting...
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2010s Street Art Figurative Paintings

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Marble

Fine Classical Still Life of Ornate Flowers on Marble Plinth Signed English Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Ornate Still Life of Classical Flowers by Frank Lonsdale, British early 20th century signed oil on
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1930s Victorian Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Ocean Ships Landscape Mixed-Media Painting Oil on Linen Abstract Expressionism
By Alex Lazard
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
This 160 cm by 160 cm mixed-media large-scale painting is a piece by Jewish-Mexican painter, Alex
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2010s Mexican Modern Paintings

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Marble

Blue Chairs Mixed-Media Modern Painting Oil on Linen Abstract Expressionism
By Alex Lazard
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
This ceiling to floor large-scale painting is an intimate portrait of Lazard's workspace and
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2010s Mexican Modern Paintings

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Marble

Zebuwl 2, Abstract Oil on Masonite by Warren Wolf
By Warren Wolf
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Warren Wolf, American (1924 - 2003) Title: Zebuwl 2 Year: 1990 Medium: Oil and Marble Dust
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1990s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Marble

Still Life on a Marble Ledge
Located in Belgravia, London, London
Oil on canvas Canvas size: 10 x 12.25 inches Framed size: 14 x 16.25 inches Signed lower left
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19th Century Still-life Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Still Life on a Marble Ledge
Still Life on a Marble Ledge
$17,838
H 14 in W 16.25 in D 1.5 in
Yashal Aniyah #2, Abstract Oil on Masonite by Warren Wolf
By Warren Wolf
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Warren Wolf, American (1924 - 2003) Title: Yashal & 'Aniyah #2 Year: 1996 Medium: Oil and
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1990s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Marble

18th century Venetian Still life of flowers, classical vase on a marble ledge
Located in Woodbury, CT
, and execution. This exquisite floral still-life painting is a masterful example of 18th or early 19th
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1760s Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

17th Century Italian School Still Life of Fruit on a Marble Ledge with a Ewer
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
17th Century Italian School. A Still Life of Fruit on a Marble Ledge, with a Ewer to the side
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17th Century Old Masters Still-life Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

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"Work" Abstract Postwar Avant-Garde, Oil marble powder on canvas
Located in PARIS, FR
Aiko Miyawaki's 1960 painting stands as a rare and high-quality piece, distinguished by its unique
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Marble

"Mirage" Abstract Postwar Oil marble powder on canvas
Located in PARIS, FR
. In 1957, she left to study painting at the University of California and Santa Monica Municipal
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1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Adoration of the Magi - Oil on marble with gilt decorations - Flemish old master
Located in Antwerp, BE
Louis de Caullery (ca. 1580-1621) Adoration of the Magi Oil and gilt on marble H 38cm B 30cm H 50cm
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17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

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Marble

"Marble Cliff Memories", Cuban Art, Realism, Andres Conde, Oil on Canvas, 2018
Located in Coral Gables, FL
"Marble Cliff Memories" is an oil painting on canvas by the Cuban realist Andres Conde. The artist
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2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

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Oil

RIVER STREET CAT , 2010 Oil and marble dust on canvas 180 x 110 cm
Located in London, GB
'RIVER STREET CAT', 2010 Oil and marble dust on canvas 180 x 110 cm Signed and dated verso
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2010s Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Caprice - Painting on marble
Located in PARIS, FR
Oil on marble 18,5 x 35 cm (25 x 41,5 cm with frame) = 7.3 × 13.8 in (9.8 × 16.3 in with frame
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20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Marble

Blooms of Indigo III Oil and Marble on Canvas Abstracted Floral Painting
By Mia Frandsen
Located in Atlanta, GA
This abstracted floral painting by American artist Mia Frandsen is entitled 'Blooms of Indigo III
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

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Marble

Flagellation of Christ Italian School of 17th Oil on Marble Framed
Located in Roma, IT
a very interesting and beautiful oil on marble painting as typical of the Italian School of the
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17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

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Marble

Virgin with Child St John, oil on marble, late 16th century Florentine school
By Andrea Del Sarto
Located in PARIS, FR
with Child and St John the Baptiste Oil on white marble, h. 41,5 cm, w. 32 cm 17th Louis XIV carved
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16th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

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Marble

20th Century Italian Set Of Five Oil On Marble Paintings Of Gun Dogs c.1920
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A stunning set of five 20th Century oil on marble tile paintings of gun dogs, featuring an
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Vintage 1920s Italian Other Paintings

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Marble

Abstract Oil on Masonite by Warren Wolf
By Warren Wolf
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Warren Wolf, American (1924 - 2003) Title: Untitled Year: circa 1998 Medium: Oil and
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1990s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

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Marble

Hem Baqaq #1, Oil on Masonite by Warren Wolf
By Warren Wolf
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Warren Wolf, American (1924 - 2003) Title: Hem & Baqaq #1 Year: 2000 Medium: Oil and Marble
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Early 2000s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

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Marble

Abiyer Cashowk #5, Oil on Masonite by Warren Wolf
By Warren Wolf
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Warren Wolf, American (1924 - 2003) Title: Abiyer & Cashowk #5 Year: 1998 Medium: Oil and
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1990s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Marble

Abiyer Cashowk #8, Oil on Masonite by Warren Wolf
By Warren Wolf
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Warren Wolf, American (1924 - 2003) Title: Abiyer & Cashowk #8 Year: 1998 Medium: Oil and
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1990s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Marble

Abiyer Cashowk #6, Oil on Masonite by Warren Wolf
By Warren Wolf
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Warren Wolf, American (1924 - 2003) Title: Abiyer & Cashowk #6 Year: 1998 Medium: Oil and
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1990s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

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Marble

Adar Akzar #2, Abstract Oil on Masonite by Warren Wolf
By Warren Wolf
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Warren Wolf, American (1924 - 2003) Title: Adar & Akzar #2 Year: 1995 Medium: Oil and
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1990s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

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Marble

BLUE MARBLE, Marble on Table, Shadows, Blue, Green, Still-Life, Reflections
By Steve Mills
Located in New York, NY
Steve Mills creates seemingly impossible compositions in excruciating, minute detail. His paintings
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2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

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Oil, Board

LAWN CHAIR WITH MARBLES - Oil, enamel painting on canvas with marbles in resin
By Eleanor Aldrich
Located in Signal Mountain, TN
figure paintings and small, overfilled sculptures. Aldrich uses thick materials that protrude from the
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2010s Contemporary Mixed Media

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Marble, Enamel

Large moon abstract painting. French
Located in London, GB
A fabulous striking large circular abstract painting. Oil on canvas with marble and gold inclusions
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Late 20th Century French Modern Decorative Art

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Canvas, Paint

Virgin and Christ Child, Oil on Marble circa 1620
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Virgin and Christ Child Flemish School, circa 1620's oil painting on marble, framed framed
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Early 17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

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Marble

Bold Happy Grey by Petra Rös-Nickel - Colorful oil and marble powder on canvas
By Petra Rös-Nickel
Located in DE
Bold Happy Grey von Petra Rös-Nickel
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

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Marble

Colorful Swooshes and Swirls, Vigorous Black Brushstrokes on Marbling Background
Located in Barcelona, ES
"Colorful Swooshes and Swirls No.1" is an abstract painting by Spanish artist Natalia Roman. It is
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

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Marble

Still Life of Roses Marble Cherubs On A Mantle 18th Century
Located in Blackwater, GB
Dutch School still life study of roses and a marble plaque with cherubs on a mantle, oil on canvas
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18th Century Still-life Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Colorful Swooshes and Swirls No.1", 70x50 cm Mixed Media on Paper, Sumi Ink
Located in Barcelona, ES
"Colorful Swooshes and Swirls No.1" is an abstract painting by Spanish artist Natalia Roman. It is
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2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Marble

Blue Still Life, Oil on Panel, Painting with Seashell Collection Marble Bust
Located in Chicago, IL
This delicately rendered still life painting is a collection of seashells leaning on a marble bust
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2010s American Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Paint

"Composition" Abstract Postwar Avant-Garde, Oil marble powder on canvas
Located in PARIS, FR
. In 1957, she left to study painting at the University of California and Santa Monica Municipal
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1960s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Other Medium

Aiko Miyawaki -Oil and Marble Powder on Wood
By Aiko Miyawaki
Located in San Francisco, CA
Aiko Miyawaki. Untitled, 1962. Oil and Marble powder on wood. Signed and dated on verso. H
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Paintings

Materials

Wood

Oil on Canvas, Early 19th Century French School, Flowers on a Marble Ledge
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful and realist flowers on a marble ledge scene, French school early 19h century, circa
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Antique Early 19th Century French Paintings

Oil on Canvas Late 19th Century Fruits on a Marble Ledge Sign by Couder
By Jean Alexandre Rémy Couder
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
, plum, pear and walnuts on a marble ledge, signed on lower left by Couder Jean Alexandre Remy. Size
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Paintings

Materials

Paint

Camille Aimé Wolf Oil on Canvas Late 19th Century, Roses Bouquet on Marble Ledge
By Camille Aimé François Wolf
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
We are pleased to present you to a very nice little still of life, roses bouquet on a marble ledge
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Antique Late 19th Century French Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Adrianus Apol Oil on Panel, Mid-19th Century Bouquet of Roses on a Marble Ledge
By Adrianus Apol
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Netherlands school, oil on panel signed on lower right by Adrianus Apol and dated 1842. Painting was
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Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Paintings

Oil on Canvas, 19th Century French School, Flowers on a Marble Ledge
By Jan Frans van Dael
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Early 19h century, Oil on Canvas French School.  Very beautiful and realist Flowers scene, in
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Antique 1820s French Restauration Paintings

Materials

Canvas

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Vintage 1920s Dutch Fireplaces and Mantels

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Marble Fireplace Mantel 20th Century
$3,547
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1960s Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

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2010s Photorealist Still-life Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

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Oil

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Oil Painting On Marble For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the oil painting on marble you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Find Old Masters versions now, or shop for Old Masters creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. You’re likely to find the perfect oil painting on marble among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add an oil painting on marble to create new energy in an otherwise neutral space in your home, you can find a work on 1stDibs that features elements of brown, black, gray, blue and more. Creating an oil painting on marble has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Warren Wolf, Petra Rös-Nickel, Seymour Tubis, Eleanor Aldrich and Mia Frandsen are consistently popular. Artworks like these of any era or style can make for thoughtful decor in any space, but a selection from our variety of those made in paint, oil paint and marble can add an especially memorable touch.

How Much is a Oil Painting On Marble?

The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — an oil painting on marble in our inventory may begin at $258 and can go as high as $48,500, while the average can fetch as much as $4,300.
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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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    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.
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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.
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    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.)

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    You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
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    Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
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    To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
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    The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
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    Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.

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    A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
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    The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
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    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).

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    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.

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    To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
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    Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
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    On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.

  • 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, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.

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

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

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

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

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

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