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Victorian Sporting Oil Painting Spaniel Dogs Putting up Pheasant in Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Spaniels Putting up a Pheasant
English sporting artist, mid 19th century
Circle of George Armfield
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,653 Sale Price
20% Off
William Albert Clark, clumber spaniel, dog, oil painting.
By William Albert Clark
Located in York, GB
study of a seated clumber spaniel, oil on canvas, signed and dated 1929 lower
left. Housed in a
Category
1920s Old Masters Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
$4,437 Sale Price
25% Off
Contemporary Naïve Style Animal Mini Oil Painting - King Charles Spaniel
Located in Bristol, GB
KING CHARLES SPANIEL
Size: 33 x 43 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
A very endearing and engaging
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
SPANIELS CHASING THROUGH REED BEDS - LARGE OIL PAINTING ON CANVAS
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
x 20 inches
Superb oil painting on canvas depicting this characterful spaniel hunting dogs
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$881 Sale Price
20% Off
Spaniel
Located in Lexington, KY
this image of the spaniel we can see his classic style and fine lines throughout the painting.
Signed
Category
19th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
$2,850
Portrait of a Spaniel - British Edwardian art dog portrait oil painting
By Robert Morley
Located in Hagley, England
This gorgeous British Edwardian dog portrait oil painting is by noted animal artist Robert Morley
Category
1910s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
$8,265 Sale Price
20% Off
Portrait of a Springer Spaniel - British Victorian animal oil painting dog art
By Samuel Fulton
Located in Hagley, England
dog portrait oil painting and if you love dogs, how could you resist?
Signed lower right.
Provenance
Category
Early 1900s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
20th Century Portrait of a Red Setter/ Spaniel Dog Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Red Setter/Spaniel
English school, mid 20th century
oil on canvas, unframed
Canvas
Category
Mid-20th Century English School Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Spaniel Portrait - Fine Early 20th Century English Dog Oil on Canvas Painting
By Florence Mabel Hollams
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful early 20th century oil on canvas portrait of a prized spaniel, by Florence Mabel
Category
Early 20th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Spaniel Portrait - Mid 20th Century Belgian Oil on Canvas Dog Animal Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful signed and dated 1947 oil on canvas portrait of a beloved spaniel, by Belgian painter
Category
1940s Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Spaniel and Sleeping Cat
, Unknown, Oil on Canvas Painting, 19th c.
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This classic English school 12 x 16 in. Oil on Canvas framed painting features a pet Spaniel and
Category
Late 19th Century English School Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Antique English 19th Century Victorian Oil Painting Head Portrait of Spaniel Dog
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Spaniel
English School, 19th century
based on a comparable work by Sir Edwin Landseer
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique English Dog Oil Painting Portrait of Springer Spaniel Titled Dated 1920
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
'Budge'
Portrait of a Spaniel Dog (Springer spaniel?)
by George Paice (1854-1925) British Artist
Category
Early 20th Century English School Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th Century sporting horse portrait oil painting of a racehorse with spaniels
By George Henry Laporte
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
lovely sporting painting of a dark brown racehorse with two spaniels by George Henry Laporte. A small
Category
19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Game Keeper with Spaniel Dog Traditional Rural Life English Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Game Keeper
by John Edwards (English, 1940 - 2020)
signed oil on canvas, framed
framed: 29 x
Category
Mid-20th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Liquid Cocker Spaniel Figurative Oil Painting, Expressive Palette, 18x25 cm, New
Located in New York, NY
include oil painting.
Her works emerge from close observation of everyday details, seeking moments of
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Terrier Puppy
Spaniel Dog in Barn Antique British Signed 19thC Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Young Puppy
British School, 19th century
indistinctly signed with a monogram
oil on canvas
Category
Mid-20th Century Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
$2,424 Sale Price
20% Off
18thC English School Portrait Of A Young Lady Seated With Spaniel, Oil Painting
By John Verelst
Located in Cheltenham, GB
conveys a sense of grandeur and the permanency of the aristocracy. The inclusion of an obedient spaniel is
Category
Early 18th Century Rococo Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Oil painting on canvas Spaniel and Terrier dog in a kennel by Samuel Fulton
By Samuel Fulton
Located in Gavere, BE
Oil painting on canvas Spaniel and Terrier dog in a kennel by Samuel Fulton . A Portrait of a Dog
Category
1920s English School Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Oil on Canvas Cocker Spaniel Portrait
Located in Houston, TX
Oil on Canvas Cocker Spaniel Portrait by Houston artist Martha Goodrum
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Oil on Canvas Cocker Spaniel Portrait
Located in Houston, TX
Oil on Canvas Cocker Spaniel Portrait by Houston artist Martha Goodrum
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Oil on Canvas Cocker Spaniel Portrait
Located in Houston, TX
Oil on Canvas Cocker Spaniel Portrait by Houston artist Martha Goodrum
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Vintagte English Miniature Painting Portrait of Spaniel Dog
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Head Portrait of a Spaniel
English School, mid 20th century
signed oil on board, framed
framed: 3 x
Category
Mid-20th Century English School Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Late 19th Century Oil Painting of Two Dogs King Charles Spaniel
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful antique painting with a scene of two dogs.
Oil on wood panel.
The painting is framed in
Category
Antique 1880s French Belle Époque Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Two Spaniels and a Hound, large oil painting of wooded early 19th C landscape
Located in Hillsborough, NC
oil painting, 38" by 50" in a beautifully presented frame, after one of the most renowned animal
Category
20th Century English School Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Spaniel and Pups 18th century scene, oil on canvas, British
Located in Hillsborough, NC
Charming King Charles Cavalier Spaniel and her Pups is an oil on old canvas painting in folk
Category
18th Century English School Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Duke, a springer spaniel
By Thomas Ivester Lloyd
Located in London, GB
. (20.9 x 25.1 cm.)
This charming oil painting by Thomas Ivester Lloyd depicts a liver-and-white Springer
Category
Early 1900s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Oil on Board Painting of King Charles Spaniels After Landseer, circa 1900
By Sir Edwin Henry Landseer
Located in Atlanta, GA
A charming late 19th-century oil on board painting depicting two King Charles Spaniels nestled in a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Paintings
Materials
Wood, Burl
European Oil On Canvas Of Two Spaniels
Located in Essex, MA
Featuring two spaniels one seated and one standing. In a distressed giltwood frame.
Category
Antique 1750s Italian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
19th Century Oil Painting of Reclining Spaniels in Interior Signed by Armfield
By Edward Armfield
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th century oil painting, framed in a rectangular giltwood molded and carved frame, depicts
Category
Antique 19th Century English Paintings
Materials
Paint, Giltwood
19th Century Oil Painting Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Dogs and a Cat
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful antique painting, oil on panel, depicting two King Charles Cavalier Spaniels and a cat
Category
Antique 1890s French Belle Époque Paintings
Materials
Fruitwood, Paint
Toy Spaniel pets with Blue Bows, 19th century oil on canvas
Located in Hillsborough, NC
canvas with soulful eyes. These two are French, painted by animal portrait artist Isabelle Venat. Oil on
Category
19th Century French School Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Fiberboard
$1,950 Sale Price
25% Off
After Sir Edwin Henry Landseer - Early 20th Century Oil, King Charles Spaniels
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming oil study after Sir Edwin Henry Landseer depicting King Charles Spaniels resting on a
Category
20th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Midcentury American Framed Oil on Board Painting of a King Charles Spaniel Dog
Located in Atlanta, GA
An American oil on board painting from the mid 20th century depicting a King Charles Spaniel dog
Category
Mid-20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint, Giltwood
Oil on canvas of a spaniel unframed c1790
Located in Bakewell, GB
Oil on canvas of a spaniel unframed C1790
size 44cms x 36cms
c1790 in good condition
Category
Antique 1790s Paintings
Materials
Paint
A basket upgrade (springer spaniel)
Located in London, GB
and loyal character of a liver-and-white Springer Spaniel. Seated with dignity on a blue cushion and
Category
1920s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Setter Dogs/ Spaniels in Sporting Landscape Original Victorian English Dog Oil
By Robert Cleminson
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
"The Days Bag"
by ROBERT CLEMINSON (British, 1864-1903)
signed
oil on canvas, framed
framed: 24 x
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
$2,204 Sale Price
20% Off
J.G. Clonney Signed Oil on Board Portrait Royal Dog Spaniel Painting Gold Frame
Located in Philadelphia, PA
J.G. Clonney signed oil on board royal dog spaniel painting. Item feature oil on panel, gold finish
Category
20th Century American Classical Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century Primitive Oil on Canvas of a Spaniel
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Primitive Oil on Canvas Springer Spaniel in liver and white. wonderfully posed "on point", walking
Category
Early 20th Century French Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Colonel Mellish
s Spaniels, Mother
Puppies, 18th Century
By Henry Bernard Chalon
Located in Blackwater, GB
(1770-1849)
Large 18th Century portrait of Colonel Mellish's hunting spaniels, mother and puppies, oil
Category
Mid-18th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
$3,512 Sale Price
25% Off
1930s "English Toy Spaniel" Oil on Canvas in Burl Frame
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Attractive oil on canvas depicting an English toy spaniel, circa 1930s. Original frame is a
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Burl
Dog Portrait of "Laddy" English Golden Spaniel, circa 1930
By Florence Mabel Hollams
Located in Blackwater, GB
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Large circa 1930 portrait of Laddy, an English Golden Spaniel, oil on panel by Francis Mabel Hollams
Category
Early 20th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
$2,634 Sale Price
25% Off
Late 19th Century Primitive Oil on Canvas Portrait of "Dash" Clumber Spaniel
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Late 19th Century primitive oil on canvas portrait of a Clumber Spaniel "Dash" by E Daulby to Mr R
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Oil on Canvas of Lady with King Charles Cavalier Spaniel on Lap
Located in Charleston, SC
Oil on canvas of lady with King Charles Cavalier spaniel on lap.
Category
Antique 1880s Great Britain (UK) Paintings
Boy with a Spaniel
, Water Dog, Americana, Folk Art, Tonalist, Victoriana
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
A charming and antique oil portrait of a young boy shown seated beside his spaniel and gazing
Category
1850s Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Two well-behaved clumber spaniels, seated on a Witney blanket
Located in London, GB
Spaniels posed atop a boldly striped Witney blanket. With their dense, feathered coats and dignified
Category
Early 1900s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Southdale Jock
, thought to be a field or English springer spaniel
Located in London, GB
English springer spaniel
signed and dated 'W LLucas 1926' (lower right) and inscribed "Southdale Jock
Category
1920s Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
Portrait of a King Charles Spaniel, 18th Century CIRLCE OF George STUBBS
By George Stubbs
Located in Blackwater, GB
Century English School portrait of a King Charles Spaniel, oil on canvas. Excellent quality and condition
Category
19th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$3,925 Sale Price
25% Off
Portrait Of "Honey
Napoleon", A Pair Of English Springer Spaniels, circa 1910
Located in Blackwater, GB
Spaniels, oil on board by John Murray Thompson. Excellent quality and condition double portrait and early
Category
Early 19th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$2,996 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid Century portrait of a Irish Setter or Spaniel dog laying down
Located in Woodbury, CT
Raymond J. Cress (American, mid-20th century)
Portrait of a Resting Irish Setter or Spaniel, circa
Category
1950s American Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Pastel, Oil
Maryann, A Chestnut hunter and a Spaniel in front of Kirby Mallory Hall
By William Webb
Located in Taunton, GB
Maryann, A Chestnut hunter and a Spaniel in front of Kirby Mallory Hall, Leicestershire
Signed and
Category
Late 19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
English Victorian 19th century portrait of a Spaniel standing in a landscape
Located in Woodbury, CT
This unsigned painting, attributed to the circle of Martin Theodore Ward around 1840, is an
Category
1840s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
English 19th century portrait of two seated King Charles Cavalier Spaniels dogs
By James Cassie
Located in Woodbury, CT
in 1879 he was elected an Academician.
This piece is framed in its original frame and the painting
Category
1850s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
King Charles Cavalier Spaniel, 19th century English portrait of a dogs head
By George Earl
Located in Woodbury, CT
!9th century English portrait of a King Charles Cavalier Spaniel
Wonderful portrait study of this
Category
1860s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$2,065 Sale Price
30% Off
Investment Oil on Canvas. Portrait of a Black Spaniel with a Duck by John Emms
By John Emms
Located in San Francisco, CA
Oil on canvas. Portrait of a black spaniel with a duck by John Emms, (Blofield, Norfolk, 1841-1912
Category
Antique 1890s English Victorian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
$22,000 Sale Price
20% Off
English Victorian 19th century portrait of a brown and white Spaniel dog
By George Earl
Located in Woodbury, CT
exhibited nineteen paintings at the Royal Academy between 1857 and 1882, although only two were of dogs (a
Category
1850s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
$5,565 Sale Price
30% Off
18th century portrait of a Spaniel dog with fruit in a wooded landscape.
By Tobias Stranover
Located in Woodbury, CT
Outstanding early 18th-century portrait of a seated Spaniel dog in a landscape with an array of
Category
1730s Old Masters Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
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Oil Painting Spaniels For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of oil painting spaniels available on 1stDibs. A selection of these works in the Old Masters, Impressionist and Surrealist styles can be found today in our inventory. These items have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add oil painting spaniels that pop against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of brown, black, gray, beige and more. George Armfield, Dorothy Alexandra Johnson, Beth Carlson, John Trickett and Robert Cleminson took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and fabric, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
How Much are Oil Painting Spaniels?
The average selling price for oil painting spaniels we offer is $3,342, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $375,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Oil Painting Spaniels
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 1stDibs 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.
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