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Tong Wu Impressionist Original Oil On Canvas "Water Village - Sunset"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Water Village 11
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 23 x 19 inches
Frame: Framing options
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Tong Wu Impressionist Original Oil On Canvas "Water Village - Spring"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Water Village - Spring
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 23 x 19 inches
Frame: Framing options
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Water lilies"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
This painting was inspired by nature, specifically the beauty of water lilies. It was painted
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Late 19th Century Oil - Girl Beside a Water Fountain
Located in Corsham, GB
Initialled 'R.M.' lower left. On canvas on stretchers.
Category
Late 19th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Ning Yu Landscape Original Oil On Canvas "Gurgling Spring Water"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Gurgling Spring Water
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 35 x 47 inches
Frame: Framing options
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
ShuMin Huang Landscape Original Oil On Canvas "Water And Sky"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Water And Sky
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 20 x 27 inches
Frame: Framing options
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Hobbs Blue, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Michelle Howard
Located in Yardley, PA
Original oil painting of evening light on water by award winning artist. :: Painting
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Water Lily World" Contemporary Realistic Texas Nature Landscape Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Contemporary realistic Texas landscape nature painting by Houston based artist Jerry Greenberg. The
Category
2010s Naturalistic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Evening Glow Impressionist Landscape painting of Venice, water reflections
By Antoine Bouvard Snr.
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
canal in the soft warmth of twilight. The foreground captures gently rippling water reflecting the fiery
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
River Landscape Water Michout 17/18th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
Théobald Michou (Tournai, 1676 – Antwerp, 1765)
River landscape with village
Oil on canvas 62
Category
17th Century Old Masters Paintings
Materials
Oil
$7,281 Sale Price
20% Off
Summer Afternoon Impressionist Provence Landscape painting, figures, water, boat
By Marcel Dyf
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
, shimmering water dominates the left and middle, while the right side features two figures; a man fishing near
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Cows Watering" - Framed 19th Century Antique Landscape Painting
Located in New Orleans, LA
19th-century painting of cows grazing in a swamp, you might find they were really notable – because the
Category
19th Century Naturalistic Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
$960 Sale Price
20% Off
Water flowers
By Katarina Joys
Located in London, London
DESCRIPTION:
A luminous, fluid abstract painting inspired by the movement of water and layered
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Nude
By Betty Rees Heredia
Located in San Francisco, CA
artist. She was well noted for her work in oil painting, water color, wax pencil, charcoal, sumi ink
Category
Late 20th Century American Impressionist Nude Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor
Water lily
Located in Zofingen, AG
the water lilies, symbolizing growth, resilience, and the elegant dance of life. This painting is a
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"High water"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
the trees in the water.
- **Emotions and atmosphere:** The painting creates an atmosphere of calm and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Water Lilies
Located in Zofingen, AG
Imagine yourself on the shore of a lake surrounded by water lilies, where the mirrored surface
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Shuting Yang Landscape Original Oil On Canvas "Water Flowing By"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Water Flowing By
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 19 x 23 inches
Frame: Framing options
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Wei Wang Impressionist Original Oil On Canvas "Water Reflection - Cyan"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Water Reflection - Cyan
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 23 x 23 inches
Frame: Framing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Water Lilies
Located in Atlanta, GA
for painting as he went to Joong Wang Art School. Through his rigorous training and practice of his
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$2,120 Sale Price
20% Off
Dejun Wang Landscape Original Oil On Canvas "Water Town Sunset"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Water Town Sunset
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 23 x 31 inches
Frame: Framing options
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Across Five Mile, Waterscape, Reflections, Blue, Water, Landscape, painting
By Betty Ball
Located in Riverdale, NY
Across Five Mile by Betty Ball is part of her Land and Sea series. It is Oil on Linen, 30x30. It
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
MAURICE MAZEILIE FRENCH IMPRESSIONIST SIGNED OIL - CATTLE WATERING UNDER TREE
By Maurice Mazeilie
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
""Cattle Watering"
by Maurice Mazeilie (French)
oil painting on canvas, unframed, signed
painting
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Water Roses by Christophe Dupety - Contemporary painting, flora, bright colours
By Christophe Dupety
Located in Paris, FR
Water Roses is a unique oil on canvas painting by contemporary artist Christophe Dupety, dimensions
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Darling, Oil, Acrylic, Sailboat, Textured, Water, Beach House, Blue, Sailing
By Jason Wright
Located in Riverdale, NY
Darling by artist Jason Wright is a textured oil and acrylic painting on wood panel. It is 18x24
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic, Wood Panel
BE WATER
Located in Zofingen, AG
She floats where silence begins — just beneath the skin of the water.
Her form is neither here nor
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Sheng Hui Landscape Original Oil On Canvas "Mountains and Water I"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Mountains and Water I
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 15.75 x 19.75 inches
Frame: Framing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Oil, acrylic enamel
water color on paper 33x48" Framed
By Louisa Chase
Located in Southampton, NY
and pencil painting by Louisa Chase created in her classic abstract energetic style. It is from the
Category
1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Enamel
Moulded by Water, Abstract Landscape Painting, Contemporary Scottish Art
By Scott Naismith
Located in Deddington, GB
Scott Naismith’s painting Moulded by Water is an original painting that has been created using oil
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
Water Lilies
By George Henry Hall
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
Water Lilies, 1881
Oil on canvas, 7 1/2 x 12 inches (19.1 x 30.5 cm)
Framed dimensions: 16 1/8 x 21
Category
1880s Hudson River School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Water Street
Located in New York, NY
Water Street
by Annette Werndl
24 x 31 inch
Oil Paint
Vibrant and colorful abstract oil painting
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Blue water- seascape , 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
Patricia Tucker - 20th Century Oil, A Morning on the Water
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming oil depiction of sailing boats at a quayside with two figures preparing them for the day
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sea Water Landscape Painting, Contemporary, Figurative, Ricky Lee Gordon
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
interconnectedness of all life. Working under the aegis of painting nature with nature, he explores a variety of
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Carbon Pencil, Pigment, Oil
William Manners (1860-1930) - Framed Oil, The Village Water Pump
Located in Corsham, GB
Landscape in oil. Signed and dated, 1910. Presented in a gilt frame with elaborate floral mouldings
Category
Late 19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Water lillies
Located in Zofingen, AG
Water lillies
size: 31.5" x 23.5" (80cm x 60cm), 2023
acr. oil, canvas
“Pond with water lilies” is
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
Beach See Water Hubertus Van Hove Signed Paint Oil on table 19th Century Flemish
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
) -
Coastal landscape with the beach of Scheveningen
Oil on panel
62 x 80 cm. - Framed 84 x 102 cm
Category
1830s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
$14,563 Sale Price
20% Off
"Water Carriers" by Armand Cacheux - Oil on Canvas - 132x100 cm
By Armand Cacheux
Located in Geneva, CH
Arts starting in 1903.
Cacheux's oeuvre includes paintings, wood engravings, and illustrations. He
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Water Boy
By Ruth Owens
Located in New Orleans, LA
the black archive, and she uses personal super-8 film references in her painting and video art. Artist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$20,000
French Cottages and Fishing Boats Reflected in Water Coastal Painting
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Cottages and Fishing Boats Reflected in Water Coastal Painting
by Fanch Lel (French b
Category
20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
$538 Sale Price
35% Off
"Water horses", Irene Lagut, Picasso
s lover, Woman Artist, Painting 1940
Located in New York, NY
Irène Lagut (1893-1994)
Water horses, 1940s
Oil on canvas
Artwork: 13 x 18 1/8 in. l 33 x 46 cm
Category
1940s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Moving Water
By Frank Corso
Located in Greenwich, CT
Landscape oil painting of a river.
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
Water Lilies
Located in Zofingen, AG
In creating this piece, I was captivated by the vivid dance of colors and emotions. Harnessing oil
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Satin Paper
In the Water - Original Oil on Canvas by Anastasia Kurakina - 2019
By Anastasia Kurakina
Located in Roma, IT
In The Water is an original artwork realized in 2019 by Anastasia Kurakina.
Original oil painting
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Falling Water
By Rajab Ali Sayed
Located in New York, NY
Original piece by Rajab Ali Sayed. Showing at The Queer Show Part II.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Jose Casanova (1933-1989) - 20th Century Oil, Reflections on the Water
Located in Corsham, GB
artist has expertly captured technicolour reflections dancing atop the water as the figures set off to
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Landscape Paint Oil on canvas 18th Century Old master Roma Italy River Water Art
By Paolo Anesi (Rome 1697 - 1773)
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
II half XVIII century
oil on canvas, (cm.) 37 x 54, framed x 55 x 62
The painting has characters
Category
18th Century Old Masters Paintings
Materials
Oil
$5,985 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Scale Surrealist Oil on Canvas,
At the Watering Hole
.
Located in Cotignac, FR
Large late 20th century oil on canvas of animals at the watering hole by British artist Derek
Category
Late 20th Century Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$5,506 Sale Price
31% Off
Moving Water
By Frank P. Corso
Located in Greenwich, CT
Vermont landscape oil painting depicting small rapids in a river.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
Impressionist Brittany Landscape Painting of Beach, Sand, Water
Low Tide
By Pierre de Clausade
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
sandy expanses, gentle dunes, and a calm inlet of water in the foreground. The muted palette; soft
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Hendrik Spetter (1902-1985) - Framed Oil, Water-rich Landscape with Windmills
Located in Corsham, GB
This impressive mid-century landscape captures the serene beauty of the Netherlands, water-rich and
Category
Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Water Patterns
By Connie Borup
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Water Patterns, oil on canvas, 40 x 30 inches (Framed size: 43 x 33 inches), $4,800
“Connie
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Swimming in a Female Water - oil paint by J. Carruana - 1977
By Jorge Carruana
Located in Roma, IT
Swimming in a Female Water is an oil on canvas realized by the cuban Artist Jorge Carruana in 1977
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Victorian Landscape Oil of Highland Cattle watering at Dovedale, Peak District
By Alfred de Breanski Sr.
Located in ludlow, GB
Victorian Landscape painting of Cattle watering at Dovedale in the Peak District England by one of
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Troubled Water
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
. His vigorous, broken brushstrokes and bold, bright palette owe to Garber's personal painting style as
Category
1920s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Water tower
By Georges Fustier
Located in Genève, GE
Work on panel
Golden wooden frame
41 x 51.5 x 4.5 cm
Category
1930s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Under the Water
By Donna McGinnis
Located in Burlingame, CA
'Under the Water' is a beautiful abstract painting in clear blue, with touches of warmth, that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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- 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. - 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 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.
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.
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