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Wildflowers in The French Alps Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-3299 Alps Landscape, vintage acrylic palette technique on board,set in a wood frame,signed by
Category
1970s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$325 Sale Price
50% Off
"Walk in the Woods - Spring" Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Westport, CT
cool green tones in the rest of the forestscape. The painting is made with oil paint on gallery wrapped
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Fruit Market in Haiti oil on canvas painting
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
, with frame included
Description of the Artwork
This painting captures a lively Haitian market scene
Category
1990s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Balearic Islands Terrace" Original Oil Painting 16 in x 20 in
Located in Boca Raton, FL
painting was made using high quality oil paints on cradled hardwood panel and framed in a black floater
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,320 Sale Price
20% Off
Cubist Oil Painting in the Style of Juan Gris – Framed
By Juan Gris
Located in Barcelona, ES
This captivating Cubist oil painting, executed in the style of Juan Gris, showcases a masterful
Category
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Wood
$2,452 Sale Price
30% Off
1940s Expressionist French Oil Painting in a Biedermeier Walnut Frame
Located in Berlin, DE
Frame, the painting not only captures the essence of a historical moment but also reflects the period's
Category
Vintage 1940s French Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Walnut
$855 Sale Price
40% Off
Rustic Adirondack Landscape Oil Painting in a Hewn Wood Frame
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Adirondack-style landscape oil painting on canvas of a road with a small bridge next to a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Paintings
Materials
Paint
XXV (White Painting ENW9) - Minimalist Abstract Oil Painting in White + Blue
By Richard Allen
Located in Kingsclere, GB
Richard Allen 1933-1999
XXV (White Painting ENW9), 1995 circa
oil on canvas
24 1/8 x 24 1/8 in
61 x
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Apollo in Gold, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel
Located in Yardley, PA
My new painting “Apollo in Goldâ€
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique American Impressionist in Venice Italy Framed Canal Cityscape Painting
By Warren W. Sheppard
Located in Buffalo, NY
19th century American artist painting in Italy. Venice cityscape oil painting by Warren W
Category
1890s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique English Oil Painting Tranquil River Cottage in Landscape signed painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
on canvas, framed
Framed: 15 x 23 inches
Painting: 12 x 20 inches
Provenance: private collection
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Nude Woman in Robe In Sunlit Orange Setting 20th Century Framed French Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Sunset Nude Painting
by Annie Faure (French 1940-2021)
signed lower corner
oil painting on board
Category
Late 20th Century French School Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil
$603 Sale Price
32% Off
After Harold Harvey - Framed 20th Century Oil, In the Whiting Ground
Located in Corsham, GB
Oil on canvas. Presented in a wooden frame. Unsigned.
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
In the Louvre, oil painting, in the American Impressionistic Style.
Located in Houston, TX
Impressionist painting Inside the Louvre which was painted in Paris.
In the Louvre shows the visual approach
Category
2010s American Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,280 Sale Price
20% Off
Walk a Mile In My Shoes!, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Vlado Vesselinov
Located in Yardley, PA
work with the frame are: 75/60/3 cm :: Painting :: Pop-Art :: This piece comes with an official
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Paintings
Materials
Oil
Framed 20th Century Oil - Flowers in a Terracotta Pot
Located in Corsham, GB
green stems spring with fullness from the bold ceramic pot. The oil has been well presented in a painted
Category
20th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Panther in the Grass, Oil Painting, Landscape, Animal Painting, Illustrator
Located in Houston, TX
builds up a texture of the oil paints used in this landscape/animal painting. Wild cats that have a dark
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Wood Panel
$1,840 Sale Price
20% Off
“Dunes in Napeague” landscape oil painting, Montauk stretch, Long Island beach
By Terry Elkins
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Oil painting of sand dunes in Napeague, the long stretch of sand between Amagansett and Montauk
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Bertram Walter Priestman (1868-1951) - Framed Oil, Cows in Dappled Shade
Located in Corsham, GB
An accomplished, British School, oil by Bertram Walter Priestman (1868-1951), depicting cows
Category
Early 20th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
1950
s FRENCH MODERNIST OIL PAINTING - CITY STREET SCENE - CARVED WOOD FRAME
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
.
Medium: oil painting, on board, in carved wood frame.
Size: frame: 21 x 24 inches
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Oil Painting of Boat at Sea in Giltwood Frame
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Antique oil painting of boat at sea in giltwood frame
Unsigned, this oil painting on canvas is
Category
20th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
$1,112 Sale Price
20% Off
Anna in My Studio - Portrait of a Woman, Original Oil Painting on Panel, Framed
Located in Chicago, IL
solitude. This artwork is framed. The painting is framed in a simple black frame with a small antiqued
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
A.H - Framed 1964 Oil, Pig in the Olive Grove
Located in Corsham, GB
presented in a moulded gilt frame and wide linen slip. Indistinctly inscribed, verso. On canvas on
Category
Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Rustic Wood Framed Oil Painting of a Horse in Stable
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Indulge in the timeless allure of this extraordinary oil painting on canvas, capturing the essence
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Abstracted Floral Oil Painting -- Magnolias in Morning Mist
Located in Soquel, CA
Abstracted Floral Oil Painting -- Magnolias in Morning Mist
Evocative and moody floral of pink
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
$1,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Oil Painting of a Landscape in a Venetian Style Frame
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-century oil painting of an abstracted landscape in a Venetian style gilt frame with linen mat
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Autumn in Tuscany Italian artist Florence Realism Italian Landscape Oil Framed
By Barbara Castrucci
Located in Houston, TX
Autumn in Tuscany Italian artist Florence Realism Italian Landscape Oil Framed is an oil
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Oil Painting by Arthur Joseph Woolmer "Reading in the Park"
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by Arthur Joseph Woolmer RBA "Reading in the Park" 1805 - 1892 Fine painter of
Category
19th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Framed Portrait of Woman in Green with Flowers Oil Painting
Located in Queens, NY
Vintage (20th Century) oil painting of a woman dressed in green, seated at a table next to an
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Framed Portrait of Woman in Green with Flowers Oil Painting
Located in Queens, NY
Vintage (20th Century) oil painting of a woman dressed in green, seated at a table next to an
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Giltwood
Highway Signage (Oil Painting of Signs in the Distance)
Located in Hudson, NY
Highway Signage (Oil Painting of Signs in the Distance)
Made in 2023 by Berkshire based artist
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th century oil painting, Mail coach in snow, oil, John Charles Maggs
By John Charles Maggs
Located in York, GB
A fine 19th century oil painting on canvas depicting a Mail coach outside the Swan Inn, in the snow
Category
19th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Walter Savage Cooper (1861-1943) - Framed 1924 Oil, Lady in Thought
Located in Corsham, GB
This delicate early 20th century oil depicts a lady at her desk. The artist uses a muted colour
Category
Early 20th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Cecile Hertz-Eyrolles (1875-1974) - Framed Oil, Stooks in Summer Fields
Located in Corsham, GB
Cecile Hertz-Eyrolles (1875-1974), Oil on canvas. Summer landscape with golden stooks and several
Category
Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Contemporary British Framed Oil Painting on Canvas (Lilies in a Jug)
Located in Austin, TX
A fine contemporary British still life oil painting on canvas of white lilies in a jug displaying a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Paintings
Materials
Silver Leaf
February Sunset in the Village of Bolshoy Borok, Oil on Canvas, Framed
By Simon Kozhin
Located in Zofingen, AG
region. The sketch conveys the quiet frosty mood of the winter landscape. In the center of the painting
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Portrait of Woman Oil Painting in a Fauvist Palette -- Framed
Located in Austin, TX
An arresting piece! Rendered with a Fauvist intensity. This oil painting has strong appeal and
Category
Late 20th Century American Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
"Cornwall Cove in the Afternoon" Original Oil painting
By Jon Doran
Located in Denver, CO
, captures the breathtaking beauty of the Cornish landscape in a stunning oil rendition. Presented on a
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Gerhard Windisch (1895-1961) - Framed Oil, Early Morning in the City
Located in Corsham, GB
Gerhard Windisch (1895-1961). City view, oil on canvas. Signed in the lower left. Well presented in
Category
Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
woman in white oil on canvas painting portrait
By Ignasi Mundó
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
Ignasi Mundó Marcet (1918-2012) - woman in white - Oil on canvas
Canvas measures 73x60 cm.
Frame
Category
1940s Fauvist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
$712 Sale Price
50% Off
"Susan in red, white and blue, " Oil painting
By Hollis Dunlap
Located in Denver, CO
Hollis Dunlap's (US based) "Susan in red, white and blue" is an original, handmade oil painting
Category
2010s American Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Original Oil Painting by Helen Ferne Slimp in Ornate Frame
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely original oil on 16 x 20 canvas by American artist Helen Ferne Slimp (1890-1995) having horn
Category
Vintage 1950s American Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
Overlook and Valley - Original Oil Painting with Serene, Cloud Filled Sky Framed
By Ahzad Bogosian
Located in Chicago, IL
reflection is seen on the pond below adding to the serene calm of this original oil painting. It is framed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Landscape in Italy, oil painting by Françoise Juvin
Located in Montfort l’Amaury, FR
.
25,5 x 31 cm frame included (21 x 26 cm without frame)
This work is painted with oil on a paper that is
Category
1980s French School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,330 Sale Price
20% Off
Traditional British Landscape Figures Gathering the Harvest Oil in Gilt Frame
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Gathering the Harvest
English School, 20 th century, painted in an earlier style
oil painting on
Category
20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th C Early Still Life Oil Painting in Original Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Fine 19th c still life painting is in the original gilded frame. This Folk Art painting is in
Category
Antique 19th Century American Adirondack Paintings
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Paint
$1,516 Sale Price
20% Off
Jan Arie Versteeg (1877-1927) - Framed Oil, Thatched Cottages in a Forest
Located in Corsham, GB
right. The painting is beautifully presented in a complementing gilt effect frame. On canvas on
Category
Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
In Valdumentina, Impressionist Oil Painting by Ugo Setti
By Ugo Setti
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Ugo Setti, Italian (1915 - )
Title: In Valdumentina
Year: circa 1960
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Category
1960s Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sleeping In Summer Warmth. Contemporary Oil Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
nice comfy spot in the sun. This comfy spot was in the middle of my stil life!
In the frame 80 x 95 cm
Category
2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Working in the Hayfields
Signed oil painting on canvas
Located in St. Albans, GB
)
Signed oil painting on canvas
Exhibition Period 1900 – 1930
Harry Pennell (1879-1934) was a British
Category
Early 1900s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$3,509 Sale Price
20% Off
Framed Mid 20th Century Oil - Gentlemen in a Horse Drawn Phaeton
Located in Corsham, GB
wonderful late 19th century gilt frame with bead course, laurel and foliate running patterns. On board.
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Very Large French Surrealist Oil Floating Figures in Sky, Colorful Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
a space like atmosphere.
Medium: signed verso, oil painting on canvas, unframed.
canvas: 32 x
Category
20th Century Symbolist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$2,632 Sale Price
20% Off
E.H.S - Framed 1896 Oil, Hay Cart in the Farmyard
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming late 19th century oil depicting a quiet farmyard scene with free range chickens pecking
Category
Late 19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Ida Bagus Swela - Framed 20th Century Oil, Working in the Field
Located in Corsham, GB
Signed to the lower right. Presented in a decorative wood frame with carved running patterns. On
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oval Oil Painting on Gilt Wood Frame, Still Life of Flowers in a Vase with Grape
Located in Jacksonville, FL
ornate gilt oval frame, this oil painting measures 27.5 inches high by 23.5 inches across. Its convex
Category
20th Century Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
House in the Countryside - Impressionist Oil Painting, c. 1888
By Piet Mondrian
Located in Palm Desert, CA
"House in the Countryside," a rare early oil on canvas by Piet Mondrian circa 1898, offers a window
Category
Late 19th Century Dutch School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Santa Cruz Boardwalk" Original Oil Painting 18 in x 24 in
Located in Boca Raton, FL
"Santa Cruz boardwalk"
2016
Oil on 1 in deep cradled panel
18 in x 24 in
"Santa cruz boardwalk
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,125 Sale Price
62% Off
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Oil Paintings In Frames For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of oil paintings in frames is available on 1stDibs. A selection of these works in the Impressionist, contemporary and Post-Impressionist styles can be found today in our inventory. These items have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. You can search the oil paintings in frames that we have for sale on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, gray, black and blue. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Cindy Shaoul, Hunt Slonem, Karina Gentinetta, Giovanni Tommasi Ferroni and Marc Dalessio are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paint, oil paint and fabric.
How Much are Oil Paintings In Frames?
Prices for art of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — oil paintings in frames in our inventory begin at $0 and can go as high as $8,000,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,556.
Finding the Right Paintings for You
Painting is an art form that has spanned innumerable cultures, with artists using the medium to tell stories, explore and communicate ideas and express themselves. To bring abstract paintings, landscape paintings, still-life paintings and other original paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.
When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.
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.
Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.
No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel.
Download the 1stDibs app, which includes a handy “View on Wall” feature that allows you to see how a particular artwork will look on a particular wall, and read about how to arrange wall art. And if you’re searching for the perfect palette for your interior design project, what better place to turn than to the art world’s masters of color?
On 1stDibs, you’ll find an expansive collection of paintings and other fine art for your home or office. Browse abstract paintings, portrait paintings, paintings by emerging artists and more today.
Questions About Oil Paintings In Frames
- 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.
- 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 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. - 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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