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Moat, Green Water and Rope, Abstract Oil Painting on Wood Panel, 2010+
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, Wood Panel
Impressionist Oil Painting of Watering Horses by George Smith Early 20th Century
By George Smith
Located in St. Albans, GB
and movement.
Very fond of the district around Stirling as a painting country, he also found
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Along the Water - Figurative Oil Painting Pink Green White Blue Brown Yellow
By Florence Metge
Located in Sofia, BG
"Along the water" is a painting by the French artist Maestro Florence Metge.
Through her art, she
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
White water - large color blend blue and white abstract stripe oil painting
Located in New York, NY
. Painted with oil on canvas mounted on wood board, the softly undulating stripes of light and dark generate
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Autumn Riverside View With Trees And Homes Beside Calm Water French Oil Painting
By Pierre Neveu
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Autumn Riverside View With Trees
Artist: Pierre Neveu (French b.1929)
Medium: oil on canvas
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Wind and Water, Oil on Canvas Painting by William Alfred Gibson
By William Alfred Gibson
Located in Kingsclere, GB
Wind and Water, Oil on Canvas Painting by William Alfred Gibson
Additional information:
Medium
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas
"June Evening" oil painting, sunlit landscape with tree, a view of water, framed
By Kelly Carmody
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
An oil painting of two trees basking in the summer's golden sun. The sea can be seen in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Lily Pond - Welsh Abstract art 1990 oil painting nature lilies water green blue
By Glyn Morgan
Located in Hagley, England
Bonnard. This piece is a stunning large vibrant oil on canvas of a lily pond in wonderful tones of blue
Category
20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$3,505 Sale Price
20% Off
Il Tritone i Neptuno Neptune Water Oil Painting on Canvas Rome In Stock
By Giovanni Tommasi Ferroni
Located in Utrecht, NL
Il Tritone i Neptuno Neptune Water Oil Painting on Canvas Rome Contemporary In Stock - Size 30 x 40
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Classic Tallship at Sea with Whale in Water off Coastline, English Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
James Hardy (British contemporary, 21st century)
signed oil painting on board, framed
board: 8 x 10
Category
2010s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Sea and Sky 09.05.2024" oil painting of blue water and sky, sail, impressionism
By Nelson H. White
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Sea and Sky 09.05.2024" is an impressionist oil painting, painted from life outdoors.
Signed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"See Water (Bottles) oil painting of a woman swimming underwater with red suit
By Carol Bennett
Located in Edgartown, MA
"I throw myself into the water almost every day- it grounds me, the body floats and the mind drifts
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
Union of earth and water, Classic art, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Alexander Litvinov
Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Medium
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Frosted Tips", Oil Painting of Medieval Water Feature on Handcrafted paper
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Frosted Tips" is an original piece by Megan Rea made from oil on hand crafted paper. This pieces
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Handmade Paper
"Summer Traveler" oil painting of a woman in red bikini in turquoise water
By Carol Bennett
Located in Edgartown, MA
"I throw myself into the water almost every day- it grounds me, the body floats and the mind drifts
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Moose Habitat II" Oil painting through the woods, water
pink sky in distance
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
Canvas, Oil
Water – Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas, 92×110 cm, Original Art, Ready to Hang
By Marilina Marchica
Located in Agrigento, AG
Title: Water
Artist: Marilina Marchica (1984, Italy)
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 92 × 110 cm
Year
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
17th Century Italian Old Master Oil Painting Moses Striking Water from the Rock
By Pier (Pietro) Dandini
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Moses Striking Water from the Rock;
Circle of Pietro Dandini, Italian 1646-1712
Italian School
Category
Early 18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$6,846 Sale Price
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Sunset over Mountain Lakes Cattle Watering from Water Large Tranquil Oil Canvas
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
English School, late 20th century
oil on canvas, framed
framed: 23 x 30 inches
canvas: 16 x 24
Category
Late 20th Century Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,637 Sale Price
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“Water scene”
Located in Warren, NJ
Felix Ramos Original Oil On Canvas “water Landscape”. In good condition measures 25x21
Category
20th Century Paintings
Materials
Oil
La belleza del agua IV - The beauty of water IV, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
its bold color palette. This is an oil painting, where most of the paint is applied very fluidly
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lucht Land Water Riet Oil Painting on Canvas Nature Modern Sky Outdoors In Stock
By Gertjan Scholte-Albers
Located in Utrecht, NL
Lucht Land Water Riet Oil Painting on Canvas Nature Modern Sky Outdoors In Stock
Born in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
12 Stones - Contemporary Landscape Oil Pastel Painting, Water-View
By Janusz Kokot
Located in Salzburg, AT
the next. During my 30 year career I have used many mediums including water colours and oil paints
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Oil Pastel
Italian 20th Century Signed Oil Painting Blossom Twig in Glass of Water
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
a clear glass with water.
Medium: oil painting on canvas, framed
Size:
framed: 14 x 12.5 inches
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
“Water scene”
Located in Warren, NJ
This is an Jacques Eitel Original Painting Large Oil On Canvas French Signed Art. Painting has some
Category
20th Century Paintings
Materials
Oil
Impasto Oil Painting of Derwent Water in Keswick in the Lake District of England
By Colin Halliday
Located in Preston, GB
Impasto Oil Painting of Derwent Water in Keswick in the Lake District of England by British
Category
2010s Land Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Varnish, Mixed Media, Oil
"Kissing the Ground" abstract oil painting of woman in red suit under blue water
By Carol Bennett
Located in Edgartown, MA
"I throw myself into the water almost every day- it grounds me, the body floats and the mind drifts
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Jiwei Chen Floral Original Oil On Canvas "Water lily"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Water lily
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 15.25 x 11.25 inches
Frame: Framing options
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$455 Sale Price
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“Water scene”
By Jean-Claude Quilici
Located in Warren, NJ
This is an Jean-Claude Quilici original oil painting on canvas. The condition is good. Measures
Category
Late 20th Century Paintings
Materials
Oil
Ye Huang Landscape Original Oil On Canvas "Water Town"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Water Town
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 20.5 x 17.5 inches
Frame: Framing options
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$650 Sale Price
35% Off
Catte Watering from the Loch
s Waters, signed oil
By Jameson Lainge
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Lainge"
oil painting on canvas
painting: 20 x 24 inches
provenance: private collection, England
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,916 Sale Price
20% Off
“Body of Water 1”- oil on linen, framed
Located in West Hollywood, CA
.
“Body of Water 1”- oil on linen 9x12 is an original piece of art
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Linen
“Body of Water 11”- oil on linen, framed
Located in West Hollywood, CA
.
“Body of Water 11”- oil on linen 9x12 is an original piece of art
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Gathering Water
By Emile Munier
Located in Mc Lean, VA
Academic artist) THe quality is amazing.
Oil on canvas on board - dated 1890
Private collection
Category
1890s Paintings
Materials
Oil
“Water Scene”
Located in Warren, NJ
One of his best paintings on canvas. In good condition. Measures 43x56
Category
20th Century Paintings
Materials
Oil
$2,000
The Dance of water oil on canvas 1968
Located in Soquel, CA
The Dance of water oil on canvas 1968
Abstract expressionist painting of three fish circling the
Category
1960s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$440 Sale Price
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The Abyss - Original Oil Painting of Nude Figures Wandering Into a Body of Water
By Bruno Surdo
Located in Chicago, IL
classically inspired artworks.
Bruno Surdo
The Abyss
oil on canvas
24h x 48w in
60.96h x 121.92w cm
Bruno A
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Near The Water - original sunny landscape, painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
painting comes with the Certificate of Authenticity.
Materials used: oil on canvas board.
Dimensions
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
Clearing The Water Jump Oil on Board by Paul Brown
Located in Bristol, CT
Art Sz: 14"H x 18"W
Oil on masonite board
Provenance: The Estate of Paul Desmond Brown
Paul
Category
20th Century Paintings
Materials
Oil, Masonite
"Water Lillies in Fall", Photorealistic Oil Painting on Canvas, Framed in Pine
By Jeffrey Vaughn
Located in St. Louis, MO
College, Macon, GA
"Water Lillies in Fall", Photorealistic Oil Painting on Canvas, Framed in Pine
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Jiwei Chen Floral Original Oil On Canvas "Water Lily"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Water Lily
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 11.5 x 7.5 inches
Frame: Framing options
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Horse Galloping in Shallow Water" Equine Painting
Located in Austin, TX
Artist: Daniela Nikolova
Medium: Oil and sand on canvas
Size: 39.3" x 47.2"
About the artist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Continental School Mid 20th Century Oil - Fetching Water
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming continental school portrait depicting a young maid collecting water in a pitcher. The
Category
20th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Brackish Water, black and white abstract landscape painting, large painting
By Gina Parr
Located in Deddington, GB
Contemporary abstract seascape painting ” Brackish Water ” from Gina Parr’s series ” River meets
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
"Movements in the water" Oil cm. 55 x 45 2022 Water, Swimmers, blue, light blue
By Birgitte Lykke Madsen
Located in Torino, IT
creates in our mind. My hereby presented oil paintings are describing people in water. The secret life
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Water lilies. 2019. Oil on canvas, 40x80 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Water lilies. 2019. Oil on canvas, 40x80 cm
Valery Bayda (1958)
Valery Bayda was born in 1958 in
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$2,297 Sale Price
20% Off
Guoxian Yu Contemporary Original Oil On Canvas "Water, One"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Water, One
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 15 x 19 inches
Frame: Framing options available
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Quiet water sound. 2018, canvas, oil, 63x128 cm
By Igor Leontiev
Located in Riga, LV
Quiet water sound. 2018, canvas, oil, 63x128 cm
Abstract composition in earth colors
Igor Leontiev
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Water Jump
Oil on Canvas
Located in Bristol, CT
Classic steeplechase c1960s image of horses taking a water jump in acrylic on board in the manner
Category
1960s Animal Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Gardiners Bay at 5:59 am, oil painting of a kitesurfer on water at sunrise
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully designed painting depicts the sunrise on Gardiners Bay in East Hampton, Long
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
painting, colorful, abstract, canvas, contemporary, "Stories - Water Tower"
By Richard Taylor
Located in Milwaukee, WI
painting, colorful, abstract, canvas, contemporary, symbols; My "Stories Paintings" tell tales
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
“Water Melon” unique surrealist fruit on vintage food tray, pop art oil painting
By Anthony Ackrill
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Ackrill presents to us his humor in "Water Melon." A juicy slice floats gently above a surreal body
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Still-life Paintings
Materials
Found Objects, Oil, Plastic
Into the Blues, Original Abstract painting, Oil on canvas, Sky and Water art
By Jo Jenkins
Located in Deddington, GB
reminiscent of sky and water imagery. It contains strong rhythms which can be seen in the natural world and
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media
Venetian Façade Atmospheric Impressionist Painting of Venice Canals, Water
By Edward Seago
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
characteristic elegance and restraint. Rendered in soft, muted tones, the painting depicts a quiet canal-front
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
First Open Water
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Original painting signed by the Artist on lower right corner.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Yuan Zhou Contemporary Original Oil On Canvas "Mountains and Water"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Mountains and Water
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 23.5 x 19.75 inches
Frame: Framing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Venice Landscape See Tironi Paint 18th Century Oil on canvas Old master Water
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
Ponte delle Guglie
oil on canvas 59 x 75 cm. - with frame 72 x 88 cm.
Work accompanied by a
Category
18th Century Old Masters Paintings
Materials
Oil
$11,724 Sale Price
20% Off
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You are likely to find exactly the oil painting water you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. In our selection of items, you can find Contemporary examples as well as a Abstract version. You’re likely to find the perfect oil painting water among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those made as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right oil painting water is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes gray, blue, brown and beige. An oil painting water from Elizabeth Lennie, Irina Cumberland, Tom Swimm, Carol Bennett and Larry Horowitz — each of whom created distinctive versions of this kind of work — is worth considering. Artworks like these — often created in paint, oil paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home. If space is limited, you can find a small oil painting water measuring 3.75 high and 5 wide, while our inventory also includes works up to 180 across to better suit those in the market for a large oil painting water.
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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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Questions About Oil Painting Water
- 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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