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"The Water" (2024) By David Cheifetz, Oil on Aluminum Panel Painting
By David Cheifetz
Located in Denver, CO
David Cheifetz's "The Water" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts an odd and richly
Category
2010s Surrealist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Blue Water"- Horizontal surreal painting with blue
grey shades, oil on canvas
By Fernando Vignoli
Located in Miami, FL
creating canvases in oil on canvas, where he applies his own technique, which, according to him, allows a
Category
2010s Surrealist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sara MacCulloch "Beach from water" - Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas
By Sara MacCulloch
Located in New York, NY
Sara MacCulloch
Beach from water, 2022
oil on canvas
30 x 40 in.
(macc093)
This original oil
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Poésie Muette, Oil on Canvas, Contemporary painting, Water Reflections, Rain
Located in AIX-EN-PROVENCE, FR
Work : Original Oil Painting, Unique Work. Handmade artwork. Ready to Hang.
Medium : Oil and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Dérive, Oil on Canvas, Contemporary painting, Water Reflections, Leafs, Nature
Located in AIX-EN-PROVENCE, FR
Work : Original Oil Painting, Unique Work. Handmade artwork. Ready to Hang.
Medium : Oil and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Water reflection with blossoms impressionist oil painting by Gorm Hansen
Located in Gavere, BE
Water reflection with blossoms impressionist oil painting by Gorm Hansen
Gorm Hansen, born in 1886
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
White Water, Abstract Seascape Art, Textured Oil Painting, Coastal Artwork
Located in Deddington, GB
White Water by Georgie Dowling is an original oil painting portraying the scene of the sea crashing
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Reflections On The Water, Landscape Artwork, Original Oil Painting, Abstract Art
By Miles Cole
Located in Deddington, GB
Reflections On The Water is an evocative work inspired by a walk across the River Thames on a hot
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Dreams of the Shore", Abstract Landscape, Water, Purple, Blue, Oil Painting
By Catherine Picard-Gibbs
Located in Franklin, MA
quiet tension of the changing dawn light. This gestural and highly textural oil painting on canvas is
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Shawn Faust, "Water Stool" 12x16 Backstretch Equine Stable Oil Painting
By Shawn Faust
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This equine drawing, "Water Stool" is a 12x16 oil painting on canvas by artist Shawn Faust
Category
2010s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
"Rosy Cheeks", Water Blue Rose Bubbles Abstract Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Titled "Rosy Cheeks", this poetic abstract oil painting on linen canvas is a creation of Christine
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
House on the Water, Impressionist Oil Painting by Jacques Pergel
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Jacques Pergel, French
Title: House on the Water
Year: 1968
Medium: Oil on Canvas, signed
Category
1960s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Earth, Air, Fire, Water" Original Oil Painting 12"x16"
Located in Boca Raton, FL
"Earth, Air, Fire, Water" is an Original Oil Painting on cradled panel. Incorporating the four
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Traditional English Oil Painting Old Water Mill in Rural Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Old Water Mill
by Philip Kilner, English 20th century
signed oil on canvas, framed
framed
Category
Mid-20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Abstract Oil Painting
The Water Table
on Canvas, 60x84\", Unframed
By Judith Berry
Located in Montreal, Quebec
I think of my paintings primarily as landscapes. Recently, these landscapes appear to be more
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
![Abstract Oil Painting
The Water Table
on Canvas, 60x84\", Unframed](https://a.1stdibscdn.com/judith-berry-paintings-the-water-table-for-sale/a_476/a_76518321614712798981/The_Water_Table_master.jpg?width=240 "Judith Berry - Abstract Oil Painting
The Water Table
on Canvas, 60x84\\", Unframed")
Music of the sea. Transparent water. Large abstract Seascape Oil Painting.
Located in Zofingen, AG
Experience the serene beauty of autumn with "Golden Time," a large abstract landscape oil painting
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Linen
The Wind - Contemporary Nature Oil Painting, Abstract Plants And Water
By Aleksandra Batura
Located in Salzburg, AT
Own Technique on canvas: oil and thread
Aleksandra Batura (b. 1982 in Augustów) a Warsaw based
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Thread, Cotton Canvas, Oil
"Cottage by the Water" Impressionist Landscape Scene Oil Painting on Canvas
By Robert Waltsak
Located in New York, NY
capture light and movement rather than fine detail. This painting is oil on canvas, and it is signed by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Fetching Water by the River /// British Impressionism Yeend King Oil Painting
By Henry John Yeend King
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
King lower left
Circa: 1890
Medium: Original Oil Painting on Canvas
Framing: Framed in a gold gesso
Category
1890s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Paint, Oil
French Seascape Oil Painting of Traditional Sailboats Moored in Calm Water
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Seascape Oil Painting of Traditional Sailboats Moored in Calm Water
By Fanch Lel
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$471 Sale Price
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Antique 19th Century English Oil Painting Rydal Water Lake District Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Rydal Water, Lake District
by J.W.Eyre, signed lower right and titled verso
oil on canvas over
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Jung, "Follow the Water" 48x36 Textured Colorful Tree Landscape Oil Painting
By Mario Jung
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This dreamy piece, "Follow the Water", is a 48x36 oil painting on canvas by artist Mario Jung
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Impressionist Style Landscape Painting, Swamp, Water, Oil on Panel, Jill Hackney
By Jill Hackney
Located in St. Louis, MO
Impressionist Style Landscape Painting, Swamp, Water, Oil on Panel, Jill Hackney
"A native of New
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Varnish, Oil
Mythic Waters, oil painting of mysterious figure, water, African masks
By Audrey Anastasi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
deep emotion…
And, as in all her paintings since 1990, these works were painted with her left (non
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Large abstract impressionist painting woman oil canvas "I love water lilies"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
woman contemplating a painting where water lilies are featured.
This piece makes part of the artworks
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Impressionist Style Landscape Painting, Swamp, Water, Oil on Panel, Jill Hackney
By Jill Hackney
Located in St. Louis, MO
Impressionist Style Landscape Painting, Swamp, Water, Oil on Panel, Jill Hackney
"A native of New
Category
2010s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Varnish, Oil
Water Vessel Oil Painting on Wood Panel, Contemporary, 2010s, Unframed
By Holly King
Located in Montreal, Quebec
King’s interpretation of nature’s struggle takes the shape of small-format oil paintings, which
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Wood Panel, Oil
"Zurich" Mid Century Oil Painting on Canvas Abstract Landscape Bridge
Water
By Robert Freiman
Located in New York, NY
lines and color placement. A strong modernist oil painting depicted in 1965 with the bridge along the
Category
1950s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Gloucester Harbor" Impressionist Sail Boats on the Water Oil Painting Framed
By John Terelak
Located in New York, NY
reflective water with a glowing sun shimmering through the puffed clouds. An oil on board impressionist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board, Canvas
1957 Mid Century Modern Abstract Oil Painting - Village Across the Water
Located in Bristol, GB
VILLAGE ACROSS THE WATER
Oil on Board
Size: 40.5 x 59 cm (including frame)
A very atmospheric mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Deep Waters - water study realism seascape original modern oil painting photo
Located in London, Chelsea
oil on canvas masterpiece that invites the viewer to explore the depths of the sea. This painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Freshly Cut" Cantaloupe with Water Jug and Grapes Impressionistic Oil Painting
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
"Freshly Cut" is a lively oil on board still life depicting a sunlit water jug coupled with cut up
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Oil Water Landscape with Mountains
By Alfred Thompson Bricher
Located in Fredericksburg, VA
paintings, created "Boats Sailing Between Mountains." This piece exemplifies Bricher’s mastery in capturing
Category
Late 19th Century Hudson River School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
Figure In Peaceful Village Scene by the Water Charming Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Peaceful Village Scene by the Water
signed by Regine David (female French artist, 1910-2018)
oil
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$459 Sale Price
20% Off
Li Yunxian Impressionist Original Oil Painting "Next To Water And Mountain"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Next To Water And Mountain
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 15.5 x 19 inches
Frame: Framing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Flood Water, Original oil Painting, Canvas Art, One of a Kind
Located in Granada Hills, CA
" such an amazing oil painting.
In the painting, we see a fast stream of water, with paper boats caught
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
I Drank Water From Your Spring
Felt the Current, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Steven Miller
Located in Yardley, PA
Inspired By Nature, Observations, Color Theory And Dreams. My Abstract Paintings Are All About
Category
2010s Modern Paintings
Materials
Oil
La Terre, Le Ciel, Oil on Canvas, Contemporary painting, Water, Reflections
Located in AIX-EN-PROVENCE, FR
Work : Original Oil Painting, Unique Work. Handmade artwork. Ready to Hang.
Medium : Oil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Italy, Via di Streda. Original oil impasto painting, impressionism, water, sun
Located in Zofingen, AG
inspired me to create a series of paintings dedicated to the glory of Italian nature.
In this vibrant oil
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
3400 Seven water jumps at Iguazú, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Andres Vivo
Located in Yardley, PA
Majestic and beautifull water falls located near Paraguay between Brazil and Argentine borders
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
1981 Modern Swedish Expressive Mini Landscape Oil Painting -Garden by the Water
Located in Bristol, GB
GARDEN BY THE WATER
Size: 28.5 x 33 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
A small yet very effective
Category
1980s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Charming Village by the Water Vibrant Landscape Vintage French Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Charming Village by the Water
signed by Regine David (French mid 20th century, female)
dated 1967
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Water Carrier, Portrait, Still Life, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Anatoly Borisovich Tarabanov
Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Category
2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Let
s Try This Water Together" (2024) By Nadezda, Original Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Nadezda's beautiful new oil on panel painting "Let's Try This Water Together" (2024) is a
Category
2010s Surrealist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Evening Rest. Oil impasto painting, impressionism. Sea sunset, water, fine art.
Located in Zofingen, AG
.
Most of her oil paintings are created by a palette knife in the unique and remarkable style of mosaic
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
By The Water
s Edge, Waterscape, Blue, Water, Landscape, painting
By Betty Ball
Located in Riverdale, NY
By the Water's Edge by Betty Ball is part of her Land and Sea series. It is Oil on Linen, 36x36
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vibrant Sunset Over Water Red Orange Yellow Impressionist Oil Painting 1970
s
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
impressionist oil painting captures the radiant beauty of a sunset (or sunrise) over a tranquil body of water
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sunset I - Minimalistic Figurative Oil Painting, Seascape, Jump Into The Water
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
Sunset English Lake District Cattle Watering Waters Edge Signed Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
'High Crag & High Stile, Buttermere'
British School, early 20th century
signed lower corner
oil on
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Idyllic Countryside Scene with River Boat, Horses, Figures
Dogs in Sunshine
By Gudrun Sibbons
Located in Preston, GB
to give a sense of historical context, such as the peasant family in the oil painting Watering the
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Dahl Taylor, "Dinghies", 24x26 Boat and Water Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This piece, "Dinghies" by artist Dahl Taylor is a 24x26 oil painting on canvas featuring six
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$3,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Highland Loch Scene at Sunset, Beautiful Tranquil Water, Antique oil painting
By Antique British
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Scottish but possibly Irish.
Medium: oil painting on board, unframed.
board: 16 x 22 inches
Provenance
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,312 Sale Price
20% Off
Garden Lake Landscape with Bridge over Water Signed Impressionist Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Mira Oficijalska (Hungarian)
dated 2007
signed oil on canvas, framed
framed: 15.5 x 19 inches
Category
Early 2000s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Forest Scene with Stream" Large Impressionist Oil Painting of Trees Woods Water
Located in Austin, TX
Canvas Size: 32 x 39.5 in.
Frame size: 40 x 46 in.
Origional Oil on Canvas Painting
Signed
Category
1990s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Testing the Water" American Modernist Interior Scene Still Life Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Incredible and rare early American modernist interior scene still life. So finely painted and a very rare and provocative subject for its time. Signed lower left. Handsomely fram...
Category
1940s Modern Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$11,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Floating Weightlessly - Oil painting of nude female swimmer, turquoise sea water
By Anastasia Gklava
Located in Dallas, TX
"Floating Weightlessly" is a stunning oil painting of a beautiful nude swimmer, floating through
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Whats In The Water, Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting by Sue Bleakley
By Susan Bleakley
Located in Brecon, Powys
Beautifully intricate piece from Sue's studio nestling above the Atlantic Ocean.
Oil on canvas
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
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Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs.
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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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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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