Oil Paintings By Unknown Artists
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Oil
1970s Modern Landscape Paintings
Oil, Board
Early 20th Century Other Art Style Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Early 2000s Abstract Paintings
Oil
1980s Nude Paintings
Oil Pastel
20th Century Abstract Paintings
Board
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Oil
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Oil
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Oil
Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Canvas, Oil
1970s Photorealist Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Board
Mid-20th Century Modern Still-life Paintings
Canvas, Oil
19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings
Oil
Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Oil, Board
2010s Modern Abstract Paintings
Canvas, Oil
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Oil
Mid-20th Century Unknown Other Paintings
Canvas, Paint
Mid-20th Century Modern Still-life Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Vintage 1970s Serbian Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Canvas, Wood
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Oil
1860s Naturalistic Figurative Paintings
Oil
2010s Realist Paintings
Oil
1990s Realist Portrait Paintings
Oil
Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings
Acrylic
17th Century Academic Figurative Paintings
Oil, Panel
Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Canvas, Oil
18th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Oil
1960s Abstract Geometric Landscape Paintings
Canvas, Oil
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Paintings
Canvas, Acrylic
Mid-20th Century Modern Abstract Paintings
Oil, Canvas
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Oil
Mid-20th Century Modern Interior Paintings
Canvas, Oil
1970s Modern Portrait Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Late 20th Century American Paintings
Paper
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Oil
Early 20th Century American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Oil, Board
Early 2000s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Oil
2010s Modern Paintings
Paint, Canvas
19th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Vintage 1950s Dutch Paintings
Canvas, Paint
Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Canvas, Oil
20th Century American Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Canvas, Oil, Board
1890s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Oil, Canvas
Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Oil, Canvas
21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings
Canvas, Paint
Early 20th Century Unknown Other Paintings
Paint
19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Oil
1990s Realist Portrait Paintings
Oil
Mid-20th Century Cubist Portrait Paintings
Oil
1920s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Oil
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Oil
1940s Modern Abstract Paintings
Oil
Mid-20th Century Abstract Paintings
Acrylic
1930s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Canvas, 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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