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The Loud One at the Party (Abstract Painting)
By Ashlynn Browning
Located in London, GB
The Loud One at the Party (Abstract Painting) Oil on panel - Unframed Ashlynn Browning's
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

The Loud One at the Party (Abstract Painting)
By Ashlynn Browning
Located in London, GB
The Loud One at the Party (Abstract Painting) Oil on panel - Unframed Ashlynn Browning's
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

The Loud One at the Party (Abstract Painting)
By Ashlynn Browning
Located in London, GB
The Loud One at the Party (Abstract Painting) Oil on panel - Unframed Ashlynn Browning's
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Antique Oil on Canvas Painting "Party Picnicking" After Watteau 18th Century
By Jean-Antoine Watteau
Located in London, GB
This is a large delightful antique oil on canvas painting after Watteau, depicting a "Party
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Vintage Midcentury Still Life Oil Painting on Canvas After the Party
By Wayne Thiebaud
Located in Chicago, IL
Early Modernist, Impressionist style oil on canvas still life painting of an "After the Party
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

"Party Down Productions" Contemporary Colorful Abstract Expressionist Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Abstract expressionist oil painting by contemporary Houston artist Benji Stiles. The work features
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

An Elegant Hawking Party, A Pair of Paintings
By August Querfurt
Located in Wiscasett, ME
A pair of old master paintings by August Querfurt (1696-1761). Oil on panel, one signed with
Category

Early 18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Holiday Party"
By Michael Carson
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Mike Carson is a Minneapolis painter, and graduate of the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, whose artwork can be found in private and corporate collections throughout the Unite...
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Cocktail party
By Arpad Bardocz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental Art Deco oil painting on canvas by renown Hungarian artist Arpad Bardocz. In good
Category

1930s Art Deco Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Garden Party
Located in Columbia, MO
Garden Party c. 2020 Mixed media on panel 20 x 16 inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil

"Abundance Mentality" Oil on canvas, cats, balloons, party scene
By Katherine Fraser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Southern Review, the Best of American Oil Painting, and more. Her work may be found in many permanent and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

20th Century Spanish Party Painting Oil on Canvas by Riccardo Pellegrini
By Pellegrini
Located in Milan, IT
Riccardo Pellegrini (Milan 1863 - Crescenzago 1934) Spanish party before the bullfight Oil on
Category

20th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

"The Party (Study)". Figurative, Human figure, Realism, oil on panel
Located in MADRID, ES
Hand signed by artist "The Party (Study)". Figurative, Human figure, Realism, oil on panel
Category

2010s Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel, Wood Panel

The Dinner Party
By Ron Lesser
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Board Cover Illustration for the New York Times Best Seller, The Dinner Party
Category

1980s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Late to the Party
By Adam Umbach
Located in Greenwich, CT
collection at the Art Institute of Chicago, he received his BFA in painting from the University of Wisconsin
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Enamel

"Crash the Party" - original oil and acrylic on wood
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Morley is a Los Angeles-based street artist. Blending humor, hope and his unique perspective on life, he specializes in bold, typographic posters which he wheatpastes within the urba...
Category

2010s Street Art Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Rococò Italian painter - 18th century landscape painting - Festival party
Located in Varmo, IT
cm with frame. Old oil painting on canvas, unframed (not signed). Condition report: Lined canvas
Category

Mid-17th Century Rococo Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

American Impressionist Painting - Boating Party, Sudbury River near Boston, Mass
Located in Baltimore, MD
This bright and cheerful painting is notated as “A Boating Party - Sudbury River”. It is by listed
Category

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Calm Afternoon", Willi Bauer, Oil/Canvas, 24x36, Impressionist Garden Party
By Willi Bauer
Located in Dallas, TX
garden parties and rustic villages. His paintings are composed of all aspects of life from depictions of
Category

1980s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mid-Century Painting of Party by African-American from Detroit.
Located in Marco Island, FL
The scale of this dynamic party painting by Leroy Foster (1925-1993) makes you feel like you are in
Category

1950s American Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Hunt Slonem "Lawn Party" Butterflies
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Slonem, Hunt Title: Lawn Party Date: 2024 Medium: Oil on wood Unframed Dimensions: 10
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Garden Party" (2025) By John McCaw, Oil on Canvas, Abstract Original
By John McCaw
Located in Denver, CO
John McCaw's (US based) "Garden Party" is an abstract oil painting in greens, grey, black and
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Tea Party", Greg Harris, Original Oil, Figurative, Landscape, 24x36 in.
By Greg Harris
Located in Dallas, TX
"Tea Party" By Greg Harris is a perfect example of his most sought after paintings. Measuring 24x36
Category

1980s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Party of Sails
Located in Zofingen, AG
Embarking on a tapestry of vibrant emotions, my painting encapsulates the essence of freedom found
Category

2010s Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Party Seen Through Beer Glass
By Gilbert Riswald
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Board Signature: Signed Lower Center Advertisement for Budweiser Beer, 1956. Party
Category

1950s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Vintage American School Signed Watercolor 80s Dance Party Scene Framed Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American school modernist interior dance party painting. Watercolor and on paper. Signed
Category

1980s Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Paper, Watercolor

Celebration Party Oil American Impressionistic Style Traveling Painter, Chess
Located in Houston, TX
Party Glasses displays the American Impressionistic Style . The artist describes himself as one of
Category

2010s American Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Early 20th Century Oil on Canvas Painting Boy Girl Playing Tea Party, Signed
Located in Round Top, TX
Original oil painting of two children playing tea party. Vibrant colors of green, blue, and red in
Category

Early 20th Century Danish Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Looking for faith at the party - Contemporary Abstract Painting, geometric
By Michael Giles
Located in Signal Mountain, TN
"Looking for faith at the party" stems from finding pattern and rhythm in the world around him
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Coast Night Party
Located in Genève, GE
Work on wood Golden wooden frame 23 x 25 x 3 cm
Category

Early 20th Century Dutch School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"My Horizon - Hamptons Cocktail Party" Color Field Contemporary Painting Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
An acrylic, oil and diamond dust on heavy weight paper piece with bright use of color and texture
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic, Archival Paper, Glass

Tea party , 80x70cm, acrylic on canvas
By Aleksandra Mato
Located in Yerevan, AM
Tea party 80x70 cm
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil Pastel, Acrylic

Jamaica Island Party Goers
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-3188a Oil on artist board Set in a vintage wood frame
Category

1980s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Party, Oil Painting
By George Peebles
Located in San Francisco, CA
PartyGeorge PeeblesOil painting on stretched canvasFinished edgesVarnished and Ready to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

Tea party , 80x70cm, acrylic on canvas
By Aleksandra Mato
Located in Yerevan, AM
Tea party 80x70 cm
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil Pastel, Acrylic

The Boating Party near Giverny, oil on canvas, signed lower right
Located in PARIS, FR
Conditions : Good overall Conditions. Relined and protected canvas. Signed bottom right H Burger Provenance: Sold at Christie's in 1978, bought by the historian Friedrich Gorissen (...
Category

Late 19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Masquerade Party with PINK Metal Grid" Acrylic and oil on canvas
By Ceravolo
Located in Southampton, NY
, Linda Ronstadt, Frank Zappa, Neil Young and Hall and Oates. This Acrylic and Oil painting with spray
Category

2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Metal

Party!- 21st Century Contemporary Impressionistic Painting of a Garden
By Keimpe van der Kooi
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
Keimpe van der Kooi Garden Party 122 x 122 cm Framed: 132 x 132 cm ( This frame is included) Oil on
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Garden Party- 21st Century Contemporary Dutch Impressionistic Garden Painting
By Keimpe van der Kooi
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
Keimpe van der Kooi Garden Party 101 x 116 cm Framed: 110 x 124 cm ( This frame is included) Oil on
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

High Priced Party Girl
By Bernard Safran
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvasboard Signature: Signed Lower Left This illustration was published as the
Category

1950s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Board

LARGE 1980 S BRITISH IMPRESSIONIST SIGNED OIL - THE BRIDGE GROOM WEDDING PARTY
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
: The Wedding Party (with further work verso). Medium: oil painting, on canvas. Size: frame: 31.5 x
Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Villa After Dark" realist nocturne painting of Italian farmhouse dinner party
By Carl Bretzke
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Villa After Dark" is a realist nocturne painting of Italian farmhouse & dinner party under the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Linen, Oil

Before the Party abstraction
Located in New York, NY
Before the Party is an intriguing abstraction that speaks to fantasy and imagination. Wemaere is
Category

1990s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Tea Party , New York Art Students League, Fechin Institute, Santa Fe, Large Oil
By Gregory Frank Harris
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
painting, Plymouth, Massachusetts 1992 First place, oil painting, Duxbury Art Museum, Duxbury
Category

1980s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

"Village near St. Petersburg" cm. 66 x 71 Oil 1959 Countryside, Party, Summer
By Gleb Savinov
Located in Torino, IT
Countryside, Party, Summer,Green, Signed in the bottom right corner. Shipment included in the price
Category

1950s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Before the Party Abstract
Located in New York, NY
Avant la Fête or “Before the Party” is a superb and vibrant work by Wemaere who is a well
Category

1990s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Janet and Bill, Surrealist Painting of Woman and Cat w/ Party Hats
By Mary Spain
Located in Beachwood, OH
Mary Spain (American, 1934–1983) Janet and Bill, 1970s Oil on canvas Signed middle right, titled
Category

1970s Surrealist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Tea Party with Birds, 120x100cm, acrylic on canvas
By Aleksandra Mato
Located in Yerevan, AM
Tea Party with Birds, 120x100cm, acrylic on canvas
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil Pastel, Acrylic

"Andalousian Party", Oil on Tablex, Jean-Louis Paguenaud
Located in Madrid, ES
"Fiesta andaluza", oil on tablex, Jean-Louis Paguenaud (1876-1952). Signed and dedicated
Category

Early 20th Century European Other Paintings

Materials

Wood

"Close Encounters, " Oil Painting
By Zoa Ace
Located in Denver, CO
Zoa Ace's (US based) "Close Encounters" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a party
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Musicians At a Party 2022 colorful Abstract oil on canvas ARMENIAN Artist VATCHE
By Vatche Geuvdjelian
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Musicians At a Party is a colorful, abstract, surrealist painting by Armenian artist, Vatche
Category

2010s Surrealist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Fox Hunting Party Foxhounds, 19th Century
By John Ferneley Senior
Located in Blackwater, GB
Century English Fox Hunting Party and Foxhounds, oil on canvas. Excellent quality and condition large
Category

19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Georges-Marie-Julien Girardo (French 1856-1914) Oil on Canvas "A Wedding Party"
Located in LA, CA
" (Before the Wedding) A Palatial and Impressive French 19th Century Oil on Canvas depicting a joyous patio
Category

19th Century Academic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Party Among The Angels - large Painting Red White Blue Orange Brown Yellow Green
By Danielle Le Bricquir
Located in Sofia, BG
"Party among the angels" is a painting by the French artist Maestro Danielle Le Bricquir. Through
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Stadium Party - Golden Age of Illustration
By John Philip Falter
Located in Miami, FL
Stadium Party depicts at wholesome all-american tail gate party from the 1950's. Stadium Party
Category

1950s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Party - oil on canvas - New York City town house at night - 20th century
By Aaron Berkman
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Oil on canvas 30 x 24 inches Signed verso Not framed Provenance: Private collection, USA Aaron
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Georgian Contemporary Art by Elene Melikidze - Party
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas Elene Melikidze is a Georgian artist born in 1999 who lives & works in Tbilisi
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate oil painting party for your needs in our varied inventory. Find Impressionist versions now, or shop for Impressionist creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. Finding the perfect oil painting party may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding an oil painting party to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — find a piece on 1stDibs that incorporates elements of brown, gray, black, blue and more. There have been many interesting oil painting party examples over the years, but those made by Marek Okrassa, Frank Hill, Michael Carson, Michael William Eggleston and Robert Freeman are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

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An oil painting party can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $4,776, while the lowest priced sells for $325 and the highest can go for as much as $280,000.

Finding the Right Paintings for You

Painting is an art form that has spanned innumerable cultures, with artists using the medium to tell stories, explore and communicate ideas and express themselves. To bring abstract paintings, landscape paintings, still-life paintings and other original paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.

When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.

Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs.

Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.

No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel.

Download the 1stDibs app, which includes a handy “View on Wall” feature that allows you to see how a particular artwork will look on a particular wall, and read about how to arrange wall art. And if you’re searching for the perfect palette for your interior design project, what better place to turn than to the art world’s masters of color

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Questions About Oil Painting Party
  • 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 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 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
    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, 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.
  • 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, 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 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 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 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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