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Very Shiny Very Red Apple
By Dani Humberstone
Located in Deddington, GB
realistic oil paintings of fruit with a nod to baroque still life painting. The paintings are set in a heavy
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

“Pears” Contemporary Fine Realist Still-Life Painting of Pears, Fruit
Located in Utrecht, NL
of great value in painting his realistic still life’s. In "Pears" the artist's attention to fine
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Fruit of the Womb
By John Randall Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
John Randall Nelson’s paintings are layered with his own personal language consisting of patterns
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic, Panel

Bright Colorful French Modernist Signed oil Oriental Lamp Bowl of Fruit
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
x 27 inches provenance: private collection, France Absolutely beautiful original painting by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Still Life Oil Painting on Canvas of Fruit Bowl from France Circa 1900
Located in Los Angeles, CA
artist, known for his still-life oil paintings of natural subjects. His paintings often deal in
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Paintings

Materials

Paint

"Two Nudes and Bowl of Fruit, " Masterful Cubist-Influenced Art Deco Oil Painting
By Jules Schyl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, among others. The painting is oil on canvas, and is beautifully framed. Dimensions include the frame.
Category

Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Paintings

Materials

Paint

Diptych of Pocket Yellowy Orange Clementine and Very Shiny Very Red Apple
By Dani Humberstone
Located in Deddington, GB
realistic oil paintings of fruit with a nod to baroque still life painting. The paintings are set in a heavy
Category

2010s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Manner of Floris Hendrik Verster (1861-1927) - Framed Oil, Bowl of Fruit
Located in Corsham, GB
Expressive still life scene in oil . A bowl of fruit upon a table. Presented in a painted wooden
Category

Mid-20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Len Gray - 1993 Oil, Still Life of a Fruit Bowl
Located in Corsham, GB
A strikingly bold and colourful still life composition by Len Gray. Signed and dated to the lower right. Presented in a gilt-effect frame with a canvas slip. On board.
Category

20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large 20th Century French painting of fruit gatherers by Paul Deltombe
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Paul Deltombe (French, 1878 – 1978) Allegorie des recoltes Oil on canvas Signed ‘Deltombe’ (lower
Category

20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th Century Oil on Board Still Life of Fruit
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a beautiful early 19th century oil on board. It's a lovely example of still life of warm
Category

Antique 19th Century English Paintings

Materials

Wood

Framed Oil Still Life Painting of a Wine Bottle with Flowers and Fruit
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century oil still life painting depicting a blue wine bottle holding a flowering branch next
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Giltwood, Canvas

Framed Oil Still Life Painting of a Wine Bottle With Flowers and Fruit
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century oil still life painting depicting a blue wine bottle holding a flowering branch next
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood

Margaret McClean - Framed 20th Century Oil, Still Life of Fruit
Located in Corsham, GB
A wonderful still life study of fruit on a table with various coloured glassware. Well presented in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pair of Oil Paintings, Still Life with Fruit by Eddy Passauro, Dated 1932
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Atmospheric paintings, oil on board, made by Eddy (Edmond) Passauro. The works were made clear by
Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Paintings

Materials

Paint

"Mandarins" realistic still life painting, bouquet of fruit with greens
By Daniela Astone
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Mandarins" is a realistic oil painting on panel of a bouquet of mandarin branches and fruit
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

"Purple Grapes" Contemporary Fine Dutch Realist Still-Life Painting of Fruit
Located in Utrecht, NL
of great value in painting his realistic still life’s. In "Purple Grapes" the artist's attention to
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Cherries” Contemporary Fine Realist Still-Life Painting of Red Cherries, Fruit
Located in Utrecht, NL
of great value in painting his realistic still life’s. In "Cherries" the artist's attention to fine
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Cherries” Contemporary Fine Realist Still-Life Painting of Red Cherries, Fruit
Located in Utrecht, NL
of great value in painting his realistic still life’s. In "Cherries" the artist's attention to fine
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

“5 Peaches” Contemporary Fine Realist Still-Life Painting of Peaches, Fruit
Located in Utrecht, NL
of great value in painting his realistic still life’s. In "5 Peaches" the artist's attention to
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

"Peaches in the Sun" oil painting, still life, fruit, summer light, cool tones
By Kelly Carmody
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
An oil painting of a plate of fruit, grapes and peaches, situted on a picnic table outdoors. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Ripe (Realistic Still Life Fruit Painting of Watermelon Forest Landscape)
By Ann Getsinger
Located in Hudson, NY
expressive details and imaginative compositions. Ann Getsinger’s oil paintings have been described as
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Large Mid Century Colourful Oil of Still Life With Bottles, Fruit and Charger
Located in Cotignac, FR
Mid century oil on board interior still life by English artist Betty 'Beit' Walters Flashtig. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Framed Still Life Oil Painting of a Bounty of Grapes and Fruit with a Perching R
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-century still life oil painting depicting a wooden table laden with a variety of grapes and
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood, Canvas

Large Framed Still Life Oil Painting of an Urn of Flowers and Fruit on a Garden
Located in Queens, NY
Large mid-century oil still life painting depicting an urn of assorted flowers on an outdoor stone
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood, Canvas, Giltwood

Large Framed Still Life Oil Painting of an Urn of Flowers and Fruit on a Garden
Located in Queens, NY
Large mid-century oil still life painting depicting an urn of assorted flowers on an outdoor stone
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Giltwood

Keith Cresswell (1940-1989) - Framed Oil, Still Life of Fruit Foilage
Located in Corsham, GB
A classical still life composition depicting a variety of fruits, including grapes, peaches, pears and strawberries amongst woodland foliage. Well presented in a swept gilt effect fr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

English Victorian Fruit Tree Painting
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian style (modern) birds eye maple and gilt trimmed framed oil painting of a fruit
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Paintings

Materials

Paint

English Victorian Fruit Tree Painting
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian style (modern) birds eye maple and gilt trimmed framed oil painting of a fruit
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Paintings

Materials

Porcelain

English Victorian Fruit Tree Painting
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian style (modern) birds eye maple and gilt trimmed framed oil painting of a fruit
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Paintings

Materials

Porcelain

English Victorian Fruit Tree Painting
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian style (modern) birds eye maple and gilt trimmed framed oil painting of a fruit
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Paintings

Materials

Porcelain

English Victorian Fruit Tree Painting
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian style (modern) birds eye maple and gilt trimmed framed oil painting of a fruit
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Paintings

Materials

Paint

Still life painting of fruit and flowers by Eugène Boudin
By Eugène Louis Boudin
Located in London, GB
Still life painting of fruit and flowers by Eugène Boudin French, 1869 Canvas: Height 90cm, width
Category

1860s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

1930 s French Post-Impressionist Oil Still Life Fruit Portrait of Van Gogh
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
: This intriguing mid-20th-century still life oil painting combines the traditional elements of a still
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

George Weissbort (1928-2013) - 20th Century Oil, Still Life of Fruit
By George Weissbort
Located in Corsham, GB
Unsigned. On board.
Category

20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Still Life of Fruit
By William Hughes
Located in Belgravia, London, London
Oil on board Board size: 14 x 18 inches Framed size: 18.25 x 22.75 inches Signed lower left
Category

19th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Framed 20th Century Oil - Still Life of Fruit and a Vase
Located in Corsham, GB
soft fruits on a marble ledge. The oil has been well-presented in a bright gilt-effect frame with
Category

20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Very Large Classical Oil Still Life Study Of Fruit and Flowers
By Emilio Greco
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Manner of Emilio Greco, 20th Century oil on board, framed framed: 24 x 29 inches board: 16 x 20
Category

20th Century Old Masters Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Post-Impressionist Signed Oil Still Life Fruit Glass of Wine 20th Cent
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
signed Sinai French Post-Impressionist School, late 20th century oil painting on canvas, unframed
Category

20th Century Post-Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Bowl of Peaches - 21st Century Contemporary Realistic Still Life Fruit Painting
By Bart Koning
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
Bart Koning (Dutch artist) Bowl of Peaches 29 x 40 cm (not framed) Oil paint on wood panel We're
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Two Peaches -21st Century Contemporary Realistic Still life Painting of Fruit
By Bart Koning
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
Bart Koning (Dutch artist) Two Peaches 24,9 x 34,7 cm ( framed included 25,3 x 35,1 cm) Oil paint
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Still life with Pears -21st Century Contemporary Realistic Painting of Fruit
By Bart Koning
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
) Oil paint on wood panel We're proud to introduce Dutch/ German artist Bart Koning. Incredibly clever
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Two Pears -21st Century Contemporary Realistic Still life Painting of Fruit
By Bart Koning
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
Bart Koning (Dutch artist) Two Pears 23,5 x 33 cm ( framed included 23,9 x 33,4 cm) Oil paint on
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Portrait of a Spanish fruit seller
Located in Douglas, Isle of Man
Thomas Brooks 1819- 1891, was an English painter who was born in Kingston upon Hull, his works were deemed typical of the 19th Century depicting genre scenes of the times, including ...
Category

1860s Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Charles Betremieux (1919-1997) - Framed 20th Century Oil, A Plate of Fruit
By Charles Betremieux
Located in Corsham, GB
A modernist still life work by the artist Charles Betremieux (1919-1997). Well presented in a contemporary tray-style frame. Signed 'Betremieux' to the lower right. On board. Image s...
Category

20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of a Boy Peeling Fruit
By Eugene von Blaas
Located in Milford, NH
A wonderful three quarter portrait of a boy in a straw hat peeling a piece of fruit, probably an
Category

1880s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Still Life of Fruit in Bowl 1960 s French Post Impressionist Colorful Oil Paint
By Josine Vignon
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Still Life of Fruit by Josine Vignon (French 1922-2022) signed and stamped verso oil painting on
Category

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Young Girl with a Basket of Fruit
By Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Located in Paris, Île-de-France
Basket of Fruit Oil on canvas, preparatory work, Unsigned 39 x 31 cm Provenance: Private collection
Category

1790s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Contemporary Still Life with Limes Painting of glass, fruit and candle
By Paco Yuste
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Contemporary 'Still Life with Limes' Painting of glass, fruit and candle with drapery. Photorealism
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Still Life of Tulips and Fruit - British 1920 s art floral oil flowers
By William Nicholson
Located in Hagley, England
This superb British still life oil painting is attributed to circle of William Nicholson. Painted
Category

1920s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Clementine Roses Still Life photorealist painting of vase, flowers and fruit
By Mark Lijftogt
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
painting thus started to form the point of departure for what over time would develop into his beautifully
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

"Bowl of Fruit, Clock and Demitasse" Still-Life American Folk Contemporary Oil
By Charlotte Andry Gibbs
Located in Wellesley, MA
accomplished and trained artist, reveals her love of folk art and naive painting in these beautifully painted
Category

2010s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th century English oil of still life of fruit, German Stein with silver lid
By CHARLES THOMAS BALE
Located in Woodbury, CT
paintings predominantly of fruit, but he frequently incorporated baskets, a homage to his family’s
Category

1890s Victorian Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Still Life with Grapes Contemporary painting of Silverware, Coffee pot Fruit
By Manolo Higueras
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Contemporary Still Life painting 'Still life with Red Grapes' is a beautiful composed work that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Young Boy Carrying a Fruit Basket, 18th Century Oil on Canvas
By Thomas Beach
Located in London, GB
Oil on canvas Image size: 30 x 25 inches (76 x 63.5 cm) Contemporary hand-carved frame This is a
Category

18th Century English School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Young Boy Carrying a Fruit Basket, 18th Century Oil on Canvas
By Sir William Beechey
Located in London, GB
Oil on canvas Image size: 30 x 25 inches (76 x 63.5 cm) Hand carved gilt frame This is a charming
Category

18th Century English School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

1960 s French Signed Modernist Oil Colorful Still Life of Fruit on Table
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
''Still Life of Fruit" French School, circa 1960's signed lower corner oil on canvas, unframed
Category

20th Century Abstract Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

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Oil Paintings Of Fruit For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact oil paintings of fruit you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. In our selection of items, you can find Impressionist examples as well as an Old Masters version. Finding the perfect oil paintings of fruit may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right oil paintings of fruit for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, black, gray and green. Finding an appealing oil paintings of fruit — no matter the origin — is easy, but Dale Payson, Oliver Clare, Maximilian Ciccone, René Smoorenburg and CHARLES THOMAS BALE each produced popular versions that are worth a look. Artworks like these of any era or style can make for thoughtful decor in any space, but a selection from our variety of those made in oil paint, paint and fabric can add an especially memorable touch.

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The average selling price for an oil paintings of fruit we offer is $4,275, while they’re typically $350 on the low end and $254,236 for the highest priced.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    Jan 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Oil 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.
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An 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, 2024
    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.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To 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.
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    Yes, 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.
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    The 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, 2024
    A 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.
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    The 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, 2024
    Yes, 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.

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    To 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, 2023
    Because 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, 2021
    Any 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.
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    On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.

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    The 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.
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    To 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, 2024
    Yes, 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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