Oil Paintings By Unknown Artists
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Brass
1920s Realist Interior Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Antique 1850s Scottish Paintings
Paint
1870s Barbizon School Interior Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Late 18th Century Realist Portrait Paintings
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1950s Montenegrin Expressionist Paintings
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Canvas, Paint
Late 20th Century Modern Abstract Paintings
Paint
Early 20th Century American Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Oil
Vintage 1980s American Neoclassical Revival Paintings
Canvas, Wood, Paint
1960s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Oil
Vintage 1940s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Paint
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Canvas, Oil
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Late 20th Century Expressionist Portrait Paintings
Oil
Vintage 1950s Paintings
Aluminum
20th Century Tribal Landscape Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Paint
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century American Arts and Crafts Paintings
Canvas
1940s Realist Still-life Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Late 20th Century Portrait Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Late 20th Century North American Modern Paintings
Canvas, Paint
Vintage 1970s Serbian Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Glass, Paint
19th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Oil
1920s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
Mid-19th Century Barbizon School Paintings
Oil, Wood Panel
20th Century Portrait Paintings
Oil
1950s Modern Figurative Paintings
Oil
Early 2000s Modern Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1930s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Canvas
1990s Cubist Portrait Paintings
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Oil
1990s Danish Post-Modern Paintings
Canvas
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Canvas, Oil
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Late 20th Century North American Paintings
Wood, Paint
1870s Academic Interior Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Mid-20th Century Dutch Expressionist Paintings
Canvas
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Canvas, Oil
20th Century Belgian Baroque Revival Paintings
Canvas
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Canvas, Oil
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Canvas, Oil
20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Late 19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Oil, Wood Panel
1950s Modern Figurative Paintings
Oil
Mid-20th Century French Modern Paintings
Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings
Oil
1980s Abstract Paintings
Oil
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Gouache
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Late 20th Century North American Bohemian Paintings
Canvas, Wood, Paint
20th Century Modern Still-life Paintings
Oil
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How Much are Oil Paintings By Unknown Artists?
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, paintings by unknown artists may be worth something in some cases. When a painting’s maker isn't a well-known artist or is completely anonymous, factors like the visual appeal, historical significance, previous ownership and condition will determine the value of a painting. A certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can evaluate your piece using these criteria and provide you with an estimated value for your art. Shop a wide range of paintings on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023To identify an artist's oil painting signature, you can try photographing it with your smartphone and then conducting a reverse image search using a trusted search engine. You can also search for the name and consult trusted online resources to learn more about the artist. If these methods don't result in a successful identification, a certified art appraiser or art dealer may be able to assist you. Shop a range of oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024The name of the first artist to use oil paints isn't known. However, historians have traced the use of oils back to 7th-century Afghanistan. There, Buddhist artists used oil paintings to produce religious artworks. One of the first artists to be famous for their use of oil paints was Jan van Eyck, a Flemish artist who was active from 1422 to 1441. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of oil paintings.
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