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19th Century Dutch Oil on Canvas Painting of Old Man Smoking a Pipe Part Suite
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original 19th century Dutch oil on canvas of an old
Category
Antique 1880s Danish French Provincial Picture Frames
Materials
Pine, Paint
"Mexican Landscape Scene of Mother with Children" Expressionistic Style Painting
By Michael Baxte
Located in New York, NY
A strong modernist oil painting depicted in 1962 by Russian painter Michael Baxte. Mostly known for
Category
1960s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Masonite
Early 19thc Oil Portrait Painting Of Three Angelic Children
Located in Leicester, GB
This is a beautiful large scale oil painting on canvas depicting three young angelic looking
Category
1820s Romantic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil Painting of a Beautiful Landscape with Two Childrens
Located in Guadalajara, Jalisco, MX
This is a unique and beautiful oil painting on canvas, perfect for decorating any Home, Hotel or
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Paint
COPILOT - nostalgic painting of children on tricycle
By Pamela Murphy
Located in Seattle, WA
Nostalgic painting of children on tricycle - Baby - Boy
Pamela Murphy’s oil paintings have a
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Mother with Children", oil on board
Located in Glenview, IL
"Mother with Children" by unknown painter is a modern oil on board presented in a black wood frame
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Children of the Sun
By Dale Nichols
Located in Hudson, NY
A rare and important early work from the artist's Arizona period.
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Twin Children of the Sun VI
By Alfred Jensen
Located in New York, NY
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Portrait of children and a dog, painting, Great-Britain, romantism, academy
By James Ramsay
Located in PARIS, FR
Large painting, oil on canvas
Signed and dated 1844
Painting: 127 x 102 cm
Beautiful modern frame: 141 x
Category
19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of a Mother and Two Children
By William Mouat Loudan
Located in New Orleans, LA
this splendid work. The family grouping of an aristocratic woman with her two children is well
Category
Early 1900s Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Oil
Children playing on the beach of Katwijk
By Jan Zoetelief Tromp
Located in Ede, NL
-Indië) 1872-1947 Breteuil-sur-Iton (Frankrijk)
Children playing on the beach of Katwijk
oil on canvas
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Fine French 19th century framed oil of Pan with bathing children
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fine French 19th century framed oil of Pan with bathing children, signed, "Lupiac."
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Category
Antique 19th Century French Paintings
The Three Eldest Children of King Charles I (1600 -1649)
By (After) Anthony Van Dyck
Located in Bristol, GB
The Three Eldest Children of Charles I
The Three Eldest Children of Charles I is an oil painting on
Category
Early 20th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Regency Sisters, A Portrait of Two Children - Fredrick Yeates Hurlestone
By Frederick Yeates Hurlestone
Located in Lincoln, GB
Frederick Yeates Hurlestone (1800 – 1869) Regency Sisters
Oil on Canvas
Size: 153cm x 126cm framed
Category
19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Genre Scene of Teacher with School Children by Henri Jules Geoffroy
By Henri Jules Jean Geoffroy
Located in Washington, DC
the Third Republic. More than ever, his paintings of children served as a relief to a public then
Category
Late 19th Century Academic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Genre Scene of Children at a Park Fountain by Henri Jules Geoffroy
By Henri Jules Jean Geoffroy
Located in Washington, DC
the Third Republic. More than ever, his paintings of children served as a relief to a public then
Category
Late 19th Century Academic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Contemporary American Nostalgic Sign of a Children
s
Play Land
on a Rainy Day
Located in Fort Worth, TX
Playland, 2018, Daniel Blagg, Oil on panel, 26 x 50"
By meticulously depicting forgotten road
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas, Acrylic
The Pet Bullfinch, A Portrait of Two Children by James Sant 19th / 20th Century
By James Sant
Located in Lincoln, GB
‘The Pet Bullfinch’ James Sant CVO RA (1820-1916)
oil on canvas 30 x 25 in. (76.2 x 63.5 cm
Category
20th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Johannes Boesen Sunny Day at the Park with Children Playing
By Johannes Boesen
Located in Virum, DK
Johannes Boesen: Sunny day at the park with children playing. Signed and dated J. Boesen 188? Oil
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Danish Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Pair of paintings - Two Children Playing
Located in Boston, MA
well as taking on major mural commissions. This charming pair of paintings, each of two children
Category
Early 19th Century Romantic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
A bright, colourful 20th Century French Impressionist oil painting of children
By Ernest Bouard
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
frame)
28 x 49.1/2in. (including frame)
A lovely, bright and well executed oil painting of children
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
20th C British large oil painting of children trampolining on a beach in Royan
By Andrew Macara
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
A really fun and joyous large oil painting of children trampolining on a beach in Royan, West Coast
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
City Kids, figurative oil painting of children sitting on curb
By Ruth Shively
Located in New York, NY
"I work largely with the figure, concentrating on women. In awe of the strength women behold, I feel the need to express their character through my work. I can't explain how I choose...
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Oil painting of children, 19 th century by Rg Wagner
Located in Houston, TX
The charming group of children at play making bubbles
Brings the feeling of pleasant experiences
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Paintings
Materials
Paint
La Cote D
Emeraude
Contemporary Beach Oil Painting of Children Playing
By Ewa Rzeznik
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Polish artist Ewa Rzeznik reflects reality in her colorful paintings: Fishermen along the
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Looking for Seashells
Contemporary Oil Painting of Children on the Beach
By Ewa Rzeznik
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Polish artist Ewa Rzeznik reflects reality in her colorful paintings: Fishermen along the
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Original 19th Century Antique Oil Painting of Children Playing, Viggo Pedersen
Located in Round Top, TX
Antique 19th century Danish landscape oil painting of two children playing near a pond. In this
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Danish Paintings
Antique 19th Century Oil Painting of Children Playing, Signed Edwin Roberts
Located in Round Top, TX
Original oil on canvas of four children playing in a country setting with a cottage in the
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Paintings
In the Surf
Contemporary Oil Painting of Children Playing on the Beach
By Ewa Rzeznik
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Polish artist Ewa Rzeznik reflects reality in her colorful paintings: Fishermen along the
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
19th Century British oil painting of children learning by William Henry Knight
By William Henry Knight
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
William Henry Knight (British, 1823 – 1863)
Academic endeavours
Oil on canvas
Signed ‘W Knight
Category
19th Century Academic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique Oil Painting of Children Playing Game (Parcheesi) by T. Chartran, c1889
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique genre painting offers oil on canvas interior scene with children playing Parecheessi
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Jeux D
enfants
Contemporary Oil Painting of Children playing on a Beach, Dog
By Ewa Rzeznik
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Polish artist Ewa Rzeznik reflects reality in her colorful paintings: Fishermen along the
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Peche a Pied en Famille
Contemporary Oil Painting of Children on a Beach
By Ewa Rzeznik
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Polish artist Ewa Rzeznik reflects reality in her colorful paintings: Fishermen along the
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Danish Painting by Ejnar R. Kragh "Children Bathing" Oil on Canvas Midcentury
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
impressionistic oil painting of children bathing in the sea.
Oil on canvas in wooden frame with gold.
Measures
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Pine
The Wary Steed
Located in Milford, NH
A fine genre interior oil painting of children with their dog titled “The Wary Steed” by Belgian
Category
Mid-19th Century Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Portrait of a Young Gentleman Boy
Pet Dog, Children Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in London, GB
member of the gentry. Until the late eighteenth century children were dressed as adults - boys were
Category
18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Helen S. JOHNSTON (1888-1931) Glasgow School Kirkcubright Scottish Oil Painting
Located in Holywell, GB
A delightful oil painting of children playing on the quay at Kirkcubright harbor by Helen Johnston
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Dreaming - Oil Figure Painting of Children Playing Hula Hoop Impressionist
By Samantha Buller
Located in Morgan Hill, CA
"Dreaming" is an oil figure painting on wood panel by Bay Area artist Samantha Buller. Two young
Category
2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th Century French Oil Painting of Victorian Children
Located in Culver City, CA
Oil on canvas portrait painting of the children of a Victorian family.
Category
Antique 19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Oil Painting of Three Children by Jean Lydis
Located in Pomona, CA
moody portraits. Influenced by the paintings of Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita, Lydis’s work often exuded a
Category
Vintage 1950s South American Paintings
Materials
Paint
La Fratrie
Contemporary Oil Painting of Three Children on the Beach
By Ewa Rzeznik
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Polish artist Ewa Rzeznik reflects reality in her colorful paintings: Fishermen along the
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Oil Painting on Board of Children, Signed Henri Baron
By Henri Baron
Located in Lambertville, NJ
HENRI BARON (1816-1885) French 19th C Oil Painting on Board. Boy playing flute for two girls
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Paintings
Danish oil on canvas painting of children playing in the park (1930)
Located in Oostende, BE
Very innocent painting of children playing in a park. Made in 1930, by Danish painter V. Nielsen.
Category
Early 20th Century Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Oil Painting of a Women and Young Children Genre Scene
Located in Manhasset, NY
A 19th Century oil on canvas painting of a woman and her young children. Mother feeding pet while
Category
Antique 19th Century English Paintings
At the Beach
Scene of Children Playing, Marie Stobbe, Oil on Masonite Painting
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
In Stobbe's oil on masonite painting, two children happily play splashing in the water at the beach
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
The Children Of Havana II - Oil Painting Colors Red Yellow White Blue Brown Pink
By Maria Raycheva
Located in Sofia, BG
"The Children Of Havana II" iis a painting by Maestro impressionist Maria Raycheva.
The painting
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Children Of Havana I - Oil Painting Colors Red Yellow White Blue Brown Pink
By Maria Raycheva
Located in Sofia, BG
"The Children Of Havana I" is a painting by Maestro impressionist Maria Raycheva.
The painting is
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
20th Century Oil - Children in a Field of Flowers
Located in Corsham, GB
A delightful scene depicting two children and their nanny frolicking in a meadow filled with summer
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
“An Early Spring, an oil painting depicting the joy of children playing in water
By Elizabeth Lennie
Located in Edgartown, MA
northern Ontario and the aqua waters of the Caribbean. I work with oil paint on canvas, layering thin
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Edmund Franklin Ward American Oil Painting of a Woman and Children
By Edmund Franklin Ward
Located in Astoria, NY
American oil on canvas painting of a woman standing in front of two children amidst a bucolic rural
Category
Vintage 1920s American Beaux Arts Paintings
Materials
Wood, Canvas
"Mine" Colorful Contemporary Surrealist Painting of Fighting Skelton Children
By Henry David Potwin
Located in Houston, TX
Colorful surrealist painting by contemporary Texas artist Henry David Potwin. The work features a
Category
Early 2000s Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique European Oil on Canvas Painting of Traveling Peasant Mother and Children
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique European oil on canvas painting depicts scene of traveling peasant woman with her children
Category
Antique 19th Century European Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Pair of Primitive Folky Oil Paintings on Board of Children by Karl Mann
Located in Palm Beach, FL
By creating this line of naive, folky primitive paintings on board Karl Mann and associates
Category
20th Century American Folk Art Paintings
Modern Impressionist Beach Scene Oil of Three children playing on beach
By Rene Jerome Legrand
Located in ludlow, GB
Modern Impressionist Beach Scene Oil Painting of Three Children fishing in a Rockpool at the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Folk Art Oil on Canvas Painting of Children in Boat, Circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Folk Art oil painting on canvas depicts river scene with swimming dogs and children in a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Folk Art Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Oil on Canvas Painting of Children Playing, Signed F.W. Lawson, circa 1895
Located in Round Top, TX
Original oil on canvas interior scene of children playing by Francis Wilfred Lawson, 1842 - 1935
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Paintings
Dutch 17th Century Old Master painting of three young children aristocrats
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Circle of Jacob Geritsz Cuyp (Dutch, 1594 - 1651)
The young aristocrats
Oil on canvas
40.1/2 x 39.1
Category
17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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Oil Paintings Of Children For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of oil paintings of children is available on 1stDibs. Finding the ideal Impressionist, Modern or Expressionist examples of these works for your living room, whether you’re looking for small- or large-size pieces, is no easy task — start by shopping our selection today. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a colorful pieces of art to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — see the oil paintings of children on 1stDibs that include elements of brown, beige, black, gold and more. Many versions of these artworks are appealing in their rich colors and composition, but Jeanne Brandsma, Frederick Yeates Hurlestone, Pamela Murphy, Maria Raycheva and Edmund Adler produced especially popular works that are worth a look. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and canvas, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
How Much are Oil Paintings Of Children?
Oil paintings of children can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $3,900, while the lowest priced sells for $415 and the highest can go for as much as $175,000.
Questions About Oil Paintings Of Children
- 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.
- 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. - 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.
- 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.
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