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"Sunset Surf" Figurative portrait of a VW Bus on a beach at sunset.
By Rob Brooks
Located in Edgartown, MA
neighborhood corner store, Rob Brooks offers us a visual journey from the real to surreal. Rob Brooks paintings
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Sunset Surf" Figurative portrait of a VW Bus on a beach at sunset.
By Rob Brooks
Located in Edgartown, MA
neighborhood corner store, Rob Brooks offers us a visual journey from the real to surreal. Rob Brooks paintings
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Posing at the Shore" Woman in Vintage Orange Bathing Suit Standing in the Surf
By T.S. Harris
Located in Edgartown, MA
"Posing at the Shore" Woman in Vintage Orange Bathing Suit Standing in the Surf
In her paintings
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Santa Barbara California Coast Beach Ocean Mountains Clouds surf Plein Air #0-72
By Francis Draper Jr.
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Estate signed verso. Painted between the years 1916 and 1926. This painting is identified in the
Category
Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
"Surf and Turf" Coastal Oil Painting
Located in Westport, CT
features a cool palette and loose, painterly style. The painting is made with oil paint on gallery wrapped
Category
2010s Naturalistic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Dripping Dots - Monaco Surf" Colorful Abstract Oil Painting on a Surf Board
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
elegant style, and thus the name "Monaco Surf" is given to compliment the emotion which is felt while
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Glass, Mixed Media, Oil, Found Objects
Antique American Impressionist Crashing Surf New England Seascape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
American impressionist seascape oil painting. Framed. Oil on canvas board. Signed verso. Image
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Surfing - Modern Figurative Minimalistic Oil Painting, Sea View, Realism, Blue
By Julita Malinowska
Located in Salzburg, AT
Artodyssey
"Julita Malinowska's paintings belong to those, which once seen - are never forgotten
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sunlit Surf - Cornish Seascape - British Newlyn School art marine oil painting
By Julius Olsson
Located in Hagley, England
. Painted circa 1920 and entitled Sunlit Surf, it is a mass of foamy crashing waves, beautifully lit by
Category
1920s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Impressionistic Seascape Oil Painting Michael Budden Beach Ocean Sail Boat Surf
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
An oil painting on panel by award winning contemporary artist Michael Budden that showcases a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Impressionistic Seascape Oil Painting Michael Budden Beach Ocean Sail Boat Surf
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
An oil painting on panel by award winning contemporary artist Michael Budden that showcases a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Surf
By T.S. Harris
Located in Edgartown, MA
In her paintings, Tracey Sylvester Harris presents a dazzling iconic vision of the female form that
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,350
French Coastal Oil Painting of Ouessant Lighthouse with Ocean Surf and Shore
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Coastal Oil Painting of Ouessant Lighthouse with Ocean Surf and Shore
By Fanch Lel
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
1963 "Surf of Sunset" Oil Painting by Robert Wood
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Oil on canvas landscape titled "Surf of Sunset" by Robert Wood, circa 1963. Comes in its original
Category
Vintage 1960s American American Classical Paintings
Materials
Canvas
"Crashing Surf”
By William Columbus Ehrig
Located in Southampton, NY
Oil on canvas painting by the American artist, William Columbus Ehrig.
Signed lower right. Canvas
Category
1960s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Crashing Surf
By Henry Benson
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
Beautiful c.1960s pointilist seascape painting by American artist, Henry Benson (1930-1998). Oil
Category
1960s Pointillist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Incoming Surf"
By Wayne Beam Morrell
Located in Southampton, NY
Original oil on canvas painting by American artist, Wayne Beam Morrell. Circa 1980. Signed lower
Category
1980s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil Crayon
“Storm Surf”
By Alexander Dzigurski
Located in Southampton, NY
Original oil on canvas painting of a California storm surf painting by Alexander Dzigurski Signed
Category
1960s Academic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Rolling Surf
By Ann Larsen
Located in Westport, CT
and being outside was the start of her love of painting the landscape. Ann attended Indiana University
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
SURF DAY
By Angel Rivas
Located in CÓRDOBA, ES
Acrylic painting on canvas
Shipped roll in a tube.
Category
2010s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
“Incoming Surf”
By Josef M. Arentz
Located in Southampton, NY
Oil on canvas painting by the well known American marine artist, Josef M. Arentz. Most likely the
Category
1960s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
October Surfing, Figurative Painting, Beach Painting, Beach House Coastal Art
Located in Deddington, GB
with her husband and son, two dogs and 50 dorset sheep.
October Surfing [2021]
original
Oil on wood
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
Arthur Sarnoff, Oil on Board,
Riding the Crest
Surfing Painting
By Arthur Saron Sarnoff
Located in Pymble, NSW
An original oil on board signed painting by Arthur Sarnoff, circa 1950s. Framed in a cerused timber
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Surf Surprise
Located in Atlanta, GA
This painting is in excellent condition and has only been shown in a gallery setting.
Ivana Mlinar
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic
"Surf and Spray"
By Fred Pye
Located in Southampton, NY
Original oil on canvas painting by Fred Pye. Signed lower right. Circa 1950. Craquelure in many
Category
1950s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Big Surf at Makapu
u " Hawaii Plein Air Painting
By Jacobus Baas
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Big Surf at Makapu'u"" is an atmospheric oil painted on location in Hawaii by noted California
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique American Impressionist California Beach Scene Nocturnal Surf Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American impressionist oil painting. Oil on canvas, circa 1968. Signed Image size, 23L x
Category
1960s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique American Impressionist Monhegan Maine Crashing Surf Seascape Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Very nicely painted American impressionist seascape painting. Oil on canvas. Signed. Housed in a
Category
1940s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Crashing Surf, Pebble Beach
By David Dalgety
Located in Soquel, CA
Crashing surf, Pebble Beach by David Dalgety (American, 20th Century). Presented in a wooden frame
Category
1980s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Surf Spray" American Impressionist New England Coastal Sunset Seascape Painting
By Dennis Sheehan
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nicely painted impressionist beach scene by Dennis Sheehan (b.1950). Oil on canvas. Signed
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Surf at High Noon
By Frederick Waugh
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
Signed lower right.
A noted seascape painter especially of surf churning against white froth on
Category
Late 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
Sanibel Surf - Ocean Landscape, Sanibel Island, Florida, Oil on Panel, Framed
By Art Chartow
Located in Chicago, IL
waves recede back into the sea in Art Chartow's small landscape entitled "Sanibel Surf". The painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Mighty Surf
Blue Powerful Realist Wave Seascape painting with rocks
horizon.
By Marc Esteve
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
'Mighty Surf' truly conveys the power of the ocean, Hyperrealist panting of the sea and the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage Signed American Pop Art Superman Comic Art Surfing Framed Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Interesting and rare American School pop art landscape.
Framed. Oil on canvas. Signed. Image
Category
1960s Modern Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Hubbub-R -contemporary abstract yellow and grey surf seascape oil on canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
mysterious echo. His feelings towards the paintings create an unease of something that appears to have
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Carmel Rocks
Surf " - California Seascape
Located in Soquel, CA
titled "Carmel- Rocks & Surf" on verso. Displayed in a rustic giltwood frame. Image size: 14"H x 17.25"W
Category
1980s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Study for Surf and Clouds-Original Oil on Unstretched Canvas, comes with COA
By Alex Perez
Located in Chesterfield, MI
Original Oil on Unstretched Canvas. Signed by the artist and comes with a Certificate of
Category
Early 2000s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage Signed American Pop Art Star Wars Storm Trooper Surfing Framed Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Interesting and rare American School pop art landscape.
Framed. Oil on canvas. Signed. Image
Category
1960s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Path to the Surf" Landscape painting of short sand dunes leading to the sea.
By Larry Horowitz
Located in Edgartown, MA
“People sometimes ask me how I start a painting. Starting a painting is easy. I just put down two
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Laguna Surf Seascape by Robert W. Wood
By Robert William Wood
Located in Soquel, CA
"Robert Wood" and titled on verso "Surf at Laguna" with the artists' stamp "Reproduction Rights Reserved
Category
1960s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Silver Moonlight, Rolling Surf
, California Pacific Evening Seascape
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
and delicately painted oil seascape showing a view of silvery moonlight illuminating breaking waves
Category
1950s Naturalistic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Crashing Surf on the California Coastline by George Bickerstaff
By George Sanders Bickerstaff
Located in Buffalo, NY
An original oil on board painting by American California Impressionist, George Bickerstaff (1893
Category
1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board, Canvas
"Invisible Surf", Large-Scale Impasto Abstract Dreamscape by Duane Bousfield
By Duane Bousfield
Located in Soquel, CA
abstract expressionist oil painting by Duane Bousfield (American, b. 1960.) 1994. In this large-scale
Category
1990s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Early 20th Century Pebble Beach Surf Seascape by Abel Warshawsky
By Abel Warshawsky
Located in Soquel, CA
20th century Plein Air seascape painting of crashing surf at Pebble Beach by listed California artist
Category
1920s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Masonite
Pacific Surf at Sunset
, Los Angeles, Oakland Museum, SFAA, California, Benezit
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
the original and period, hand-carved giltwood frame.
Painting dimensions: 23.5 H x 29.5 W x .75 D
Category
1930s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
HANA SURF, photo-realistic waterscape, wave hitting the beach, blue, white, sand
Located in New York, NY
When you look at Todd Kenyon's paintings, the obvious adjective to describe them is realistic
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Outer Surf" on the California Coast 1949 by Rockwell Smith Brank Jr.
Located in Soquel, CA
"Outer Surf" on the California Coast 1949 by Rockwell Smith Brank Jr.
Crashing waves off the
Category
1940s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Illustration Board
Blue surf boards, Bude
By Andrew Macara
Located in London, GB
Summer seaside day out. School holiday, family vacation. The beach, sun, and surf. Blue sky, blue
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Surf
By Andrey Inozemtsev
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
.
Inozemtsev is a graduate of the Kiev Art Institute in Ukraine. There is a collection of his paintings in the
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Ashton Howard Large Oil Painting on Canvas Original Signed Seascape Surf Wave
By Ashton Howard
Located in Bloomington, MN
Ashton Howard Authentic & Large Original Oil Painting on Canvas, Professionally Custom Framed and
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Stormy Surf
By Andrey Inozemtsev
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Andrey Inozemtsev is considered to be a master of Russian impressionism. "Stormy Surf" is a
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Gathering Surf
By Jeff Erickson
Located in Baltimore, MD
eye towards texture and abstraction. His paintings have a minimal and literal landscape element
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wax, Oil, Panel
Soberannes Surf
By Lilli-anne Price
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Plein Air out and about on the cliffs of Soberannes. Oil painting on board framed in a
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Golf and Surf
By Lilli-anne Price
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Inspired from Carmel Point on Scenic Drive. Framed in a subtle gold lip with 2 inch warm wood by Todd Elliott
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Surf Riders
By Sherri Belassen
Located in Baltimore, MD
. Full of imagination and different fields of thought, Belassen's paintings evoke a sense of freedom and
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Promenade Surf Break
By Sandy Ostrau
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Promenade Surf Break
2022
36" x 36"
oil on canvas (framed)
I take scenes of everyday life-- people
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Afternoon Surf, Fire Island
By Jacob Collins
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful, framed oil on canvas on panel of the seashore on Fire Island.
A leading figure in the
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
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- 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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The Real World Portraitist of “The Gilded Age,” Season Three
Only the best painter could suit the calculatedly extravagant Bertha Russell.
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.