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Koi and Water Lily
By Jarvis Wilcox
Located in Fairfield, CT
first objective is to intrigue the viewer into spending enough time with the painting to absorb the
Category
2010s Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
$6,400 Sale Price
20% Off
My Father the Titan Parting Water for My Creation
Located in New York, NY
This painting by Anthony Peyton Young, made with AI source imagery, and painted using bleach on
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Cattle watering in an open landscape
By Joshua Shaw
Located in Stoke, Hampshire
Joshua Shaw (Billingborough 1776-1860 New Jersey)
An open landscape with cattle watering
signed and
Category
18th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$16,133 Sale Price
24% Off
Athenian Woman Carrying a Water Jar In a White Dress
Located in Soquel, CA
artist circa 1890s (American 19th c). Oil painting of a Athenian woman holding a blue water vase on her
Category
1890s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
„Green water“ - minimalism sea, abstraction seascape
Located in Vienna, AT
Acrylic, Oil on Canvas
Artwork on supported wooden frame. Ready to hang. Framing on request
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
ARCHONTIA - Greece / Swimmer / Female / Realism / Water
Located in New York, NY
focus to painting. She sees painting as a form of communication and uses her work to explore human
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Water Wonder Land, Oil Painting
By George Peebles
Located in San Francisco, CA
, blueWater Wonder LandGeorge PeeblesOil painting on stretched canvasFinished
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
Boy and Horse at the Water Pump, Post Cover
By Leslie Thrasher
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Signed Lower Left by Artist
Cover of The Saturday Evening Post, September 6, 1913
Category
1910s Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Water Carrier by Eugen von Blaas
Located in New Orleans, LA
exceptional oil, entitled The Water Carrier. This luminous painting perfectly captures the spirit of Venice
Category
Late 19th Century Academic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pink Water Lily floral
By Katherine Kean
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A single water lily blossom presents bold pink floral color and form, against deep, liquid greens
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
$1,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Seascape navy - Sunset, skyline, Water waves
Located in Vienna, AT
calmness it exudes make this painting a meditative experience. It captures the essence of tranquility and
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
Seascape blue - Sunset, skyline, Water waves
Located in Vienna, AT
calmness it exudes make this painting a meditative experience. It captures the essence of tranquility and
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
I Flow Like Water IV (Universe)
By Arica Hilton
Located in Chicago, IL
Oil, Gesso,
Recycled Plastic on Canvas
68 x 62 in (173 x 157 cm)
(Due to the abstract
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Plastic
This is a Real Place! 1: large painting of lake or river w/ blue water
bridge
By Brooke Lanier
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
architecture and the colors and patterns of the water.
Making paintings in a series allows me to investigate
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Tempest in a Teapot" a charming painting of a baby playing with a bowl of water
By Timoleon Marie Lobrichon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Timoleon Lobrichon (1831-1914) French
Tempest in a Teapot
Oil on canvas, 6 1/2 x 8 1/4 inches
Category
Late 19th Century Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
This is a Real Place! 3: large painting of lake or river w/ blue water
bridge
By Brooke Lanier
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
architecture and the colors and patterns of the water.
Making paintings in a series allows me to investigate
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
This is a Real Place! 2: large painting of lake or river w/ blue water
bridge
By Brooke Lanier
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
architecture and the colors and patterns of the water.
Making paintings in a series allows me to investigate
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Summer sunset - seascape , water, Skyline , ocean
Located in Vienna, AT
darker and more reflective quality, reminiscent of a tranquil body of water. The fluid, almost wave-like
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
Summer seascape - skyline, water, sunset, ocean
Located in Vienna, AT
darker and more reflective quality, reminiscent of a tranquil body of water. The fluid, almost wave-like
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
"Still Life with Pears, Knife, and Glass of Water" American Folk Red Oil Paint
By Charlotte Andry Gibbs
Located in Wellesley, MA
Still Life with Pears, Knife, and Glass of Water Oil on Panel, 9 x 14.5 Inches
Charlotte Gibbs
Category
2010s Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Fish Out of Water" realistic bluefin tuna hopping out of the water
By Michel Brosseau
Located in Edgartown, MA
today,” says Brosseau. The French artist is known for his nautical paintings and draws inspiration from
Category
2010s Photorealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Fruit Traveling in Water
Located in Atlanta, GA
an artwork by this artist is a painting sold in 1997, at Odalys, and the most recent auction result
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Gesturing gardner with watering can, 1983
By Steven Campbell
Located in Atlanta, GA
Steven Campbell was a Scottish artist who created complex and humorous paintings with roots in
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Paper
Green seascape, skyline, water, sea 3d plaster
Located in Vienna, AT
expressionism.
Size: 150 H x 150 W cm
Oil on canvas
This painting depicted sea, water, field, water, dried-up
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
Oceania Celebration / Abstract / blue water / Sea, waves /
Located in Zofingen, AG
“Oceania Celebration” is an original abstract painting in blue colors that gives joy and
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
$461 Sale Price
35% Off
Russian Contemporary Art by Alla Kechedzhan - Shallow Water
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas,
Alla Kechedzhan is a Russian writer, artist, photographer born in 1971 who lives
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
“Green dark lake“ - minimalism abstraction seascape water
Located in Vienna, AT
Acrylic, Oil on Canvas
Artwork on supported wooden frame. Ready to hang. Framing on request
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
The English Lake District, Large Original British Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
, Derwent Water
Medium: oil painting on board, framed, inscribed verso and dated 1986
Size: 18 x 24 inches
Category
20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,633 Sale Price
20% Off
Classical Dutch Interior Still Life Painting of a Water Jug, Fruit, and Tapestry
Located in Houston, TX
Classical still life painting of a metal water jug, a collection of various fruits, and an ornate
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch School Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
“Green seascape” Minimalistic semi abstract seascape water
Located in Vienna, AT
, figurative, abstract.
This painting depicted cow, field, water, dried-up river, thirst, ecology, sunset
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
Nocturnal Water Lilies, Oil Painting
By Onelio Marrero
Located in San Francisco, CA
, evening, impressionism, nature, oil painting, purpleNocturnal Water LiliesOnelio
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
[Bruce Sargeant (1898-1938)] In and Out of the Water
By Mark Beard
Located in New York, NY
Price includes $500 additional cost for framing
Oil on canvas
Signed in red, u.l.
Category
20th Century Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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Reflection in the water. Lago di Garda.
Located in Zofingen, AG
of nature's resilience and energy. When you bring this painting into your home, every glance will
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
„Green mountain landscape“, abstraction minimalism seascape, water
Located in Vienna, AT
Acrylic, Oil on Canvas
Artwork on supported wooden frame. Ready to hang. Framing on request
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
Deep blue Waves - water Marine, seascape, skyline
Located in Vienna, AT
color rendition of computers and phones may differ from the original painting colors.
100x100x4
Oil on
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
Turquoise ocean - water, skyline, blue seascape, waves
Located in Vienna, AT
In this artwork, I've blended oil to cascade hues of tranquility and calm across the canvas. My
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
Water Lilly and Dragon Fly
By Jarvis Wilcox
Located in Fairfield, CT
first objective is to intrigue the viewer into spending enough time with the painting to absorb the
Category
2010s Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
$816 Sale Price
20% Off
Night Sea - dark minimalism landscape, water, seascape
Located in Vienna, AT
Acrylic, Oil on Canvas
Artwork on supported wooden frame. Ready to hang. Framing on request.
About
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
Sandy Beach - Impasto California Landscape with Water Inlet
By Kathleen Murray
Located in Soquel, CA
(American, b. 1958.)
This small oil painting depicts an atmospheric and intimate landscape where a sandy
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas, Illustration Board
Minimalism seascape- blue lake , water, Skyline , ocean
Located in Vienna, AT
hues to evoke the serene and infinite nature of an oceanic landscape. The painting features a delicate
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
Three Water Lillies, Oil Painting
By Sherri Aldawood
Located in San Francisco, CA
, impressionism, flora, representational, oil painting, greenThree Water LilliesSherri Aldawood
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
Beach: Abstract Contemporary Soft Pastel Color Pallete Landscape Oil Painting
By Alysha Grace Marko
Located in New York, NY
Beach is an abstract landscape contemporary oil painting of the water and land from above, painted
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
ETHEREAL- Blue Water / Female Swimmer / Floating Free / Photorealism
By Eric Zener
Located in New York, NY
Original oil painting by Eric Zener.
Eric Zener’s photorealistic paintings and resins are focused
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Stopping to water the driven horses Figurative
Located in Soquel, CA
Gorgeous European figurative of a simpler time. Horses being watered in the plains by Janos Viski
Category
1940s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
$2,080 Sale Price
20% Off
Sunny Day - blue lake , water, Skyline , ocean
Located in Vienna, AT
blue hues. The upper section of the painting is dominated by a vast, almost ethereal expanse of sky
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
Cattle Watering in the Shadows of Windsor
Located in Belgravia, London, London
Oil on canvas
Canvas size: 28 x 36 inches
Framed size: 41 x 48.75 inches
Category
19th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Harlingen Dutch Landscape Sail Boat Ship Water In Stock
By Frits Johan Goosen
Located in Utrecht, NL
Harlingen Dutch Landscape Sail Boat Ship Water In Stock
Frits Goosen (December 13, 1943
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"A Siamese Water Market" by Edwin Norbury
Located in Mere, GB
"A Siamese Water Market" by Edwin Norbury. Edwin Arthur Norbury. R.C.A 1849- 1918 was a founder
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$3,004 Sale Price
21% Off
Water Wings, Saturday Evening Post Cover, 1922
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature: Signed Lower Left
Sight Size 24.00" x 19.00", Framed 32.50" x
Category
1920s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Water Let in on a Field of Alfalfa
By Maxfield Parrish
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Signed with initials M.P. (lower right); inscribed Article III. "Irrigation" water let in on a
Category
Early 1900s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Victorian Barbazon School Landscape Oil Painting Cows and Calves in a Meadow
Located in ludlow, GB
Victorian Barbazon School Landscape Animal Oil Painting of Cattle watering in a Meadow.
A rather
Category
19th Century Barbizon School Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Portofino Memories" Italian Harbor With Brilliant Water Reflections
By Tom Swimm
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
quintessential example of Tom Swimm's enhanced realism. This colorful oil painting is on a large box canvas
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Capriccio and characters at the water
s edge
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas
Molded frame in wood and gilded plaster
66 x 76.5 x 4 cm
Category
19th Century Italian School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Cherries
Ink Bottles and Water (John’s Mug) Diptych
Located in Deddington, GB
pleasure of a simple arrangement.
Size: H:35 cm x W:37 cm
David Thomas
Water (John’s Mug)
Oil on board
Category
2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Water Let in on a Field of Alfalfa
By Maxfield Parrish
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Signed with initials M.P. (lower right); inscribed Article III. "Irrigation" water let in on a
Category
Early 1900s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Deep blue water - 3d plaster minimalism impressionist seascape
Located in Vienna, AT
, offering a serene escape. Let it infuse your space with the profound peace found at the water's edge, where
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
Aguagrams VIII- Deep Blue Water 31.5 X 23.5
By Patricia Claro
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Aguagramas VIII -Deep Blue Water 31.5 X 23.5
Oil on Linen
Patricia Claro was born in Santiago
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
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- 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.
- 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 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. - 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 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.
- 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 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. - 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.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 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, 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.
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