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Oil on Canvas Young Boy With Shell Signed Marchetti 1938 Italy
Located in palm beach, FL
Oil painting on canvas young man holding a shell
Marchetti sign date 1938 Italy
This portrait
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Paintings
Materials
Paint
Yellow Basket with Shell
Located in New York, NY
Harriman) at the New York outpost of Jansen. Richly hued and patterned oil paintings of interior still
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Shell Bowl (Realist Still Life of Iridescent Shell Against a Stormy Landscape)
By Ann Getsinger
Located in Hudson, NY
imaginative compositions.
Ann Getsinger’s oil paintings have been described as ‘realism with a twist.’ Real
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Once in a Blue Moon Shell
Located in Austin, TX
"Once in a Blue Moon Shell" is an abstract expressionist painting by Rebecca Sobin executed in oil
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wax, Oil, Wood Panel
Three Shells, realistic still life sea shell subtle grey, tan composition
By Douglas Newton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A still life painting of three sea shells from my collection. They are softly lit from the left
Category
2010s American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Cubistic Floral in a Sea Shell By Marc
By Marc Zimmerman
Located in Carmel, CA
Floral in a Sea Shell - Abstract Painting - Oil On Canvas By Marc Zimmerman
Marc Zimmerman creates
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$5,520 Sale Price
20% Off
Georgian Contemporary Art by Tamar Sulakvelidze - Shell
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Table with Shells - Paint by Gino Guida - 1980s
By Gino Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on plywood realized by Gino Guida in 1980s.
Hand signed lower right.
Hand signed and titled
Category
1980s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Plywood, Oil
$618 Sale Price
20% Off
SEARCHING SHELLS, Yuri Krotov 1964 Russian contemporary artist
By Yuri Krotov
Located in Pollenca, Illes Baleares
State Academic Art Institute named after V.I. Surikov.
His style of impressionist painting blossomed on
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Figs, Shells and Hills - Paint by Gino Guida - 1980s
By Gino Guida
Located in Roma, IT
Oil on plyood realized by Gino Guida in 1980s.
Hand signed lower right. Hand signed and titled on
Category
1980s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Plywood
Pair of Artworks "The Element Water: Poseidon Standing on a Shell"
By Paolo de Matteis
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Offered here as a single, exceptional lot are two compelling oil on canvas paintings attributed to the
Category
18th Century Nude Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Geranium and Abalone Shell Still Life
By Rose Campbell
Located in Soquel, CA
Still life with geraniums and abalone shells by Rose Lillian Campbell (American, 1888-1965
Category
1940s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
$1,480 Sale Price
20% Off
Golden Skies: Seashell - Oil Painting on Gold Leaf, Still Life, Ocean, Nature
Located in Denton, TX
Golden Skies: Seashell by Pam Burnley Schol is a oil painting of a pink conch shell on gold leaf
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
Shells, realistic image cool subtle blues and earth tones
By Douglas Newton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
textures of the shells are challenging to capture in oil paint. I paint directly from life, not using
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
British Contemporary Art by Tobias Harrison - Coming Out of Her Shell
By Tobias Harrison
Located in Paris, IDF
Tobias Harrison is a British figurative painter born in 1950 who lives & works in Menton, France.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
BEACH HOUSE - Hyperrealism / Portrait of crab with conch shell on the beach
By Will Wilson
Located in New York, NY
Gallery in 1980, where he had 15 solo shows. His paintings have been featured in numerous group
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
" Still life with shell" cm. 53 x 42 , 1970
By Enzo FARAONI
Located in Torino, IT
still life, shell
Enzo FARAONI (S. Stefano Magra, La Spezia, 1920/2017)
Enzo Faraoni is a great
Category
1970s Italian School Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
TOWER WITH GOLD SHELL CUP - Contemporary Still life / Teacups / Realism
By Olga Antonova
Located in New York, NY
Original oil painting by Olga Antonova
Olga Antonova (b. 1956, Volgograd, Russia) completed her
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Small Study in White" - surrealist still life, lace, skull, patterns, shell
By Guy Robinson
Located in Atlanta, GA
This painting features the colors of the rainbow as they appear in white objects.
Guy Robinson is
Category
2010s Surrealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Small Study in White 3" - surrealist still life, lace, skull, patterns, shell
By Guy Robinson
Located in Atlanta, GA
This painting features the colors of the rainbow as they appear in white objects.
Guy Robinson is
Category
2010s Surrealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Small Study in White 3" - surrealist still life, lace, skull, patterns, shell
By Guy Robinson
Located in Atlanta, GA
This painting features the colors of the rainbow as they appear in white objects.
Guy Robinson is
Category
2010s Surrealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Shell oil advertising study in crayon
pencil on paper by British Rex Whistler
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
– 1944)
Shell oil advertising study
inscribed ‘Shell / that’s my increase – that was!’
pencil and crayon
Category
20th Century Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Crayon, Pencil
English gilt metal mounted tortoise shell box with oil painting of Caesar
Located in Buchanan, MI
English gilt metal mounted tortoise shell box with oil painting of Julias Caesar.
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Boxes
Materials
Metal
Woman with Shell - Original Oil Painting by Sergio Vacchi - 1976
By Sergio Vacchi
Located in Roma, IT
Woman with Shell is an oil painting on canvas realized by Sergio Vacchi in 1976.
Hand-signed and
Category
1970s Figurative Prints
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sea Shells
Water Bottle on Lacquer Tray, Oil on Panel, Still Life Painting
Located in Chicago, IL
Academy of Fine Arts. Courses she has taught include Painting Materials and Methods (oil and water media
Category
2010s American Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Paint
Early Work of Sylvia Hommert LA, Untitled Painting
By Sylvia Hommert 1
Located in New York, NY
Early work of Sylvia Hommert 2002 LA #501 untitled painting. Oil, beeswax, paua shell, and resin on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Canvas, Resin
Still Life with Bread, Shell and Eggs
By Amy Weiskopf
Located in New York, NY
Oil on linen, 20 x 26 in.
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
San Pedro Harbor
By Paul Sample
Located in New York, NY
as an artist/correspondent for Life magazine. His oil painting, Shell Factory, a view of a munitions
Category
20th Century American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Black and White, Oil Painting, Small, Hand, Shell,
Located in London, GB
muted tones. She uses meticulously curated scenes combined with a lively style of painting to open
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sea Yarn, Sea shell, Surrealist, Small Oil Painting
Located in London, GB
Sea Yarn, 2021
Oil painting
Sarah Rozell White captivates us with her stunning combination of
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Shell Girl, Oil on Canvas Painting by Allison Schulnik, 2012
By Allison Schulnik
Located in Orange, CA
Shell Girl, Oil on Canvas Painting by Allison Schulnik, 2012
Additional information:
Medium: Oil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
Shell, Sea Life, Humor, Pop Culture, Surrealist, Small Oil Painting
Located in London, GB
and muted tones. She uses meticulously curated scenes combined with a lively style of painting to open
Category
2010s Conceptual Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Outerbanks Whelk Shell and Distaff Spindle, still-life, realism, oil painting
Located in Memphis, TN
pursue a career in painting. He completed a BFA in Painting and Printmaking at Virginia Commonwealth
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Shelling
By Carol Devereaux
Located in San Antonio, TX
”, her preferred mediums are oil and pastel. She is known for her loose painterly paintings of portraits
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Panel
“ Collecting Shells “ David Ahlsted Oil on Canvas, 24 x 24”
Located in Cleveland, OH
David Ahlsted
“ Collecting Shells"
Oil on Canvas
24 x 24”
Retail $ 2,400.00
David Ahlsted is an
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Shell
Located in London, GB
Original Painting By Contemporary British Artist Siân Hopkinson.
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil, Panel
$4,617
Iris Fish and Shell N°469
By Clément Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
Clément Rosenthal
Iris Fish and Shell N°469
2017
Oil on Canvas
56.2 x 53.5 in, 143 x 136 cm
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Orchid and Shell, ca. 2002
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Orchid and Shell is is indicative of an Anne Lyne still life with its typical mixture of gestural
Category
Early 2000s Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Shell
Located in Provincetown, MA
.
Craig was a painter’s painter, as proven by the near-photorealism of this tenderly rendered shell
Category
20th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
LISTEN TO A SHELL
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Genre: Modern
Subject: Abstract
Medium: Oil
Surface: Canvas
Dimensions: 24" x 18" x 3/4"
Category
Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Still Life - Shell
By Gertrude Abercrombie
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Midwest eccentricity in miniature...
Presenting a Magical Realist still life of a shell and a
Category
1950s Surrealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
Sunset Over Fan Shell Beach
By Brian Blood
Located in San Francisco, CA
Imagine a magical evening at the beach...
Category
Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Shells and Flowers
By Oliver Chaffee
Located in Provincetown, MA
This undated, whimsical floral dares the viewer to find patterns, and its two-dimensional presentation evokes native and indigenous art and the printmaking that flourished among New ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Shell Can and Nautilus
Located in Woodbury, CT
inches high x 33 inches wide x 1.88 inches deep. Sold framed.
The “Shell” brand oil tin, nautilus, and
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Sound of the Shell
By Paul Resika
Located in Provincetown, MA
figurative paintings and is celebrated for his bold mastery of color, as evidenced by this playful oil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Classroom I, Contemporary Interior Still Life Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Bradley Kerl
Located in Austin, TX
. This oil painting depicts sea shells, plants, ropes, and various other items atop a rolling table
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Cloisonne, Tortoise Shell, Crystal and Brass
By Sheldon Berkowitz
Located in Boston, MA
antique doorknobs.
Berkowitz begins each painting with a pencil drawing on archival paper that has been
Category
2010s Photorealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Watercolor, Archival Paper
Anthony Ackrill - Enlightened Whelk Shell
By Anthony Ackrill
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
scene but showing it in an unusual way – a flying shell if you will. Ackrill adds, “My paintings are
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Scallop Shells", Oil Painting
By Scott Fraser
Located in Denver, CO
Scott Fraser's "Scallop Shells" is an oil painting created in 2020 that depicts two weathered
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
"Poppies and Shells" Oil Painting
By Zoa Ace
Located in Denver, CO
Zoa Ace's "Poppies and Shells" is an original, handmade oil painting.
About the Artist:
"My work
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Snail Shells original oil painting
By Tobias Harrison
Located in London, Chelsea
The original painting "Snail Shells " by Tobias Harrison is framed, stringed and ready to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Circle of Shells - Original Oil Painting on Silver Leaf, Sea Shell Arrangement
By Helen Oh
Located in Chicago, IL
is framed. The framed dimensions are H 24 x W 30 inches.
Helen Oh
Circle of Shells
oil and silver
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Silver
"Companions, " Oil Painting by Zoa Ace, Two Donkeys with Shells
By Zoa Ace
Located in Denver, CO
Zoa Ace's (US based) "Companions" is an original, handmade oil painting portraying two donkeys with
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sea Shell Still Life (Red), Original Oil Painting with Shells, Coins and Orb
By Helen Oh
Located in Chicago, IL
Academy of Fine Arts. Courses she has taught include Painting Materials and Methods (oil and water media
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Ray Simonini, "Perfect Oyster" 16x12 Shell Impressionist Oil Painting on Canvas
By Ray Simonini
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This painting by artist Ray Simonini titled " Perfect Oyster" is a 16x12 nautical oil painting on
Category
2010s Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ray Simonini "Shucked" 8x10 Oyster Shell Impressionist Oil Painting on Canvas
By Ray Simonini
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This painting by artist Ray Simonini titled "Shucked" is a 8x10 nautical oil painting on canvas
Category
2010s Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Shells with Reflections, Original Oil Painting, Oil and Silver Leaf on Panel
By Helen Oh
Located in Chicago, IL
19w inches.
Helen Oh
Shells with Reflections
oil and silver leaf on panel
24h x 18w in
Helen Oh, b
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Silver
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Questions About Oil Painting Shell
- 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. - 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 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.
- 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 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.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 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.
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.
- 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, 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. - 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.
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See Kent Monkman’s Magical Realist Take on Frontier History
With a solo show at the Denver Art Museum and a commission from the Met, the Cree Canadian painter has become an international sensation.
Yale’s Trove of British Art Is Back on View in a Refreshed Louis Kahn Building
After a two-year closure, they Yale Center for British Art opens its doors again, with all sorts of changes to its building and programming.
At 89, Artist Lucio Pozzi Is Reaching New Career Heights
The Italian-American’s 2020 abstract painting “The Hoe” personifies his “art of not knowing.”
The 1stDibs Guide to Types of Abstract Art
Get to know the key movements and artists who have influenced visual culture for more than a century.
With a Show at MoMA, Marlon Mullen Paints Pictures That Are beyond Words
The nonspeaking California artist is having a moment, with vivacious paintings that play on art-magazine covers as well as more mysterious abstractions.
The Vibrant Beauty of Orphist Art Supersedes Its Perplexing Name
This kaleidoscopic early-modern art style has long deserved another look. Now, the Guggenheim museum is doing just that.