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Pair of Francis E. Jamieson Framed Oil Paintings of Scottish Highland Cows
By Francis E. Jamieson
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English oil on canvas paintings by Francis E. Jamieson (1895 - 1950) depicting Scottish
Category
Early 20th Century English Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Scottish Landscape Oil Painting - Goatfell Isle of Arran
By Sam Chadwick
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Superb original oil painting by the well listed British artist, Sam Chadwick (1902-1992). The
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th Century Scottish Antique Oil Painting of Dunbar Castle Ruins, Unsigned
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A glowing and most attractive little jewel, this fine mid-19th century painting boasts such
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Paintings
Scottish Superb Contemporary PORTRAIT OF A LADY Original Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: Ewan McClure (1975-) Scottish
TITLE: "Piortrait Of Singer Vilja Louise"
SIGNED: lower left
Category
Early 2000s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Scottish Oil Painting of John Knox House, circa 1840-1860
Located in Shippensburg, PA
camera for later painting, as was done in his collection of painted portraits of Scottish clergy. It is
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Scottish Romantic Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Loch Lomond - 19th Century Landscape Oil Painting of the Scottish Highlands
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
quality gold metal leaf swept frame.
As with all of the original antique oil paintings we sell it is
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Twilight, Loch Ness - Oil Painting of Evening in the Scottish Highlands
By Alfred de Breanski Jnr.
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
gold metal leaf swept frame.
As with all of the original antique oil paintings we sell it is offered
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sunset in the Scottish Highlands - Pair of Antique Signed Oil Paintings
By Francis E. Jamieson
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Utterly delightful pair of original oil paintings by the well listed British artist, Francis E
Category
Early 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Glen Sannox, Isle of Arran - 19th Century Scottish Highland Oil Painting
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
commissioned gold metal leaf swept frame.
As with all of the original antique oil paintings we sell it is
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Original Scottish Modernist Oil Painting c.1965 - PORTRAIT OF A LADY
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: Janet Patterson (1941-) Scottish
TITLE: “Portrait OF A Seated Lady”
SIGNED: lower right
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mid Century Scottish post impressionist oil painting STILL LIFE OF FLOWERS
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: Margery Noel Slaney RSW SSA GI (1915-2000) Scottish
TITLE: "Flowers And A Red Scarf
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Large Mid-19th Century Oil on Canvas Painting of Scottish Gentleman with Gun
Located in Middleburg, VA
Large Mid-19th Century Oil on Canvas Painting of Scottish Gentleman with Gun. Sophisticated
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Scottish Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Portrait Of A Woman With Plaited Hair, Vintage Original Oil Painting, Scottish
Located in Bristol, GB
ORIGINAL OIL ON CANVAS PAINTING DEPICTING A FEMALE SITTER, 20TH CENTURY
A characterful portrait
Category
Vintage 1930s Scottish Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood, Paint, Wood
Scottish oil painting by 20th Century artist McGlashan of two ladies relaxing
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Captivating early 20th Century oil painting by the Scottish artist Archibald McGlashan. This
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
ORIGINAL MID 20th Century SCOTTISH Portrait OIL PAINTING of a seated lady
By Ernest Burnett Hood
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: Ernest Burnett Hood R.G.I. (1932 - 1988) Scottish
TITLE: "Portrait of A Seated Lady
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Source of the Moon - 19th Century Scottish Highlands Landscape Oil Painting
By Benjamin Williams Leader
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘The Source of the Moon’ by Benjamin Williams Leader R.A. (1931-1923).
The painting is signed by
Category
1870s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
(1894-1970) Scottish IMPRESSIONIST OIL PAINTING colourful still life of flowers
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST:Colin Caairness Campbell (1894-1970) Scottish
TITLE: “Still Life Of Flowers
SIGNED: lower
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
18th Century Oil on Canvas Portrait of Scottish Children
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
18th century oil on canvas Portrait of Scottish Children. Unsigned. Minor losses. Label en verso
Category
Antique 18th Century Scottish Paintings
Materials
Paint
Portrait Of A Woman With A Bob, Vintage Original Oil Painting, Scottish, 1930s
Located in Bristol, GB
Portrait Of A Woman With A Bob, Vintage Original Oil Painting, Scottish, 1930S
ORIGINAL OIL ON
Category
Vintage 1930s Scottish Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Giltwood, Paint
Scottish Colourful Impressionist Oil Painting Still Life Of Flowers c.1970s
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: William Laidlaw Baillie RSA RSW (1923-2011) Scottish
TITLE: "The Yellow Vase"
SIGNED: lower
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of a Lady with Roses - Scottish Edwardian exh art portrait oil painting
By Robert Payton Reid
Located in Hagley, England
Scottish artist Robert Payton Reid painted this gorgeous Edwardian portrait oil painting in 1908
Category
Early 1900s Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait Of A Woman With A Wavy Bob, Vintage Original Oil Painting, Scottish
Located in Bristol, GB
ORIGINAL OIL ON CANVAS PAINTING DEPICTING A FEMALE SITTER, 20TH CENTURY
A characterful portrait
Category
Vintage 1930s Scottish Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Giltwood
(1897-1981) SCOTTISH LARGE 1920
s Portrait of A Lady ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING
By William Johnstone
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: William Johnstone OBE (1897-1981) SCOTTISH
TITLE: 'Half Length Portrait Of A Lady" (1922
Category
Early 20th Century Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
(1897-1981) SCOTTISH LARGE 1920
s Portrait of A Lady ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING
By William Johnstone
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: William Johnstone OBE (1897-1981) SCOTTISH
TITLE: 'Half Length Portrait Of A Lady" (1922
Category
Early 20th Century Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Scottish 20th Century naive oil painting of figures, dogs and birds in interior
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Catriona Millar (Scottish, b. 1956)
Holiday
Oil on canvas
Signed with initials (lower left)
19.5/8
Category
20th Century Folk Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Large Pair of Scottish 19th Century Country House Oil Paintings
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A large pair of Scottish 19th century oil on canvas Country House paintings of a castle above a
Category
Antique 19th Century European Country Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Scottish School 19th Century Oil - Master of The House
Located in Corsham, GB
holds a map pointing to Ross in Scotland, suggesting that he owns land in the area.
Unsigned. Well
Category
19th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pair of Antique Victorian Oil Paintings, Scottish Highlands by H. Leslie
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of antique Victorian oil paintings by the well known artist H. Leslie. He was a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Paintings
Materials
Paint
Scottish School 19th Century Oil - Lady of The House
Located in Corsham, GB
pair of oil portraits depicting husband and wife.
Unsigned. Presented in a bird's-eye maple frame with
Category
19th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Scottish Oil Painting STILL LIFE OF TULIP FLOWERS by Franc P Martin (1883-1966)
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: Francis Patrick Martin (1883-1966) Scottish
TITLE: "Still Life Of Tulips"
MEDIUM: oil on
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Large Post-Impressionist Oil Portrait of Scottish Lady in Highlands
By Raymonde Heudebert
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Absolutely stunning original oil painting by the well listed and much admired French painter
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Original Oil on Canvas Painting of Scottish Highland Cattle, circa 1880-90
Located in Round Top, TX
Original oil on canvas landscape with Scottish highland cattle grazing. Signed A. McCallum
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Scottish 20th Century oil painting by Brian Kenny of teapot, oranges and lemons
By Brian Keany
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Brian Keany RSW (Scottish b.1939)
Still life on a glass table
Acrylic on canvas laid down on panel
Category
20th Century Academic Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Panel
Scottish, 20th C Impressionist painting of lady with red parasol, summertime
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
This captivating oil painting exudes serenity and beauty, portraying a lady in repose, delicately
Category
20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
George William Miller (1919-1990) - Signed
Framed Oil, West Coast of Scotland
Located in Corsham, GB
A wonderful mid 20th century oil on board by George Miller. Here the artist has captured an
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Scottish Highland Landscape in Oil
Located in Madison, MS
This is a beautiful early 20th century oil painting of a Scottish Highland landscape. The frame in
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Paintings
Materials
Paint
$1,680 / set
Oil on panel Scotland “View of the Valley of Glencoe”, Edward Hargitt
Located in Valladolid, ES
for those who appreciate landscape painting and Scotland's rich cultural heritage.
Technical details
Category
1870s Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Panel
Framed Oil Painting of Highland Cattle by Tomson Laing
Located in Austin, TX
A framed oil painting of a rural Scottish country scene depicting Highland cattle gathered by a
Category
Early 20th Century Scottish Paintings
Pair of Oil Paintings of Highland Cattle by E. Heaton (Individually Priced)
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of Scottish Oil Paintings of Highland Cattle by E. Heaton
Priced for individual sale, each
Category
Antique 19th Century Scottish Paintings
Victorian style Highland Scottish cattle and sheep in the wilds of Scotland
Located in Woodbury, CT
William Harold Watson was a member of possibly the best known family of Scottish painters of
Category
1920s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Robert McGregor Genre Oil Painting of French Village Scene
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Robert McGregor genre oil painting of French village scene
Here we have a Robert McGregor (1848
Category
20th Century Scottish Paintings
Materials
Paint
19th Century Oil Painting of Horses near the Stables
Located in Dallas, TX
This quaint oil on canvas painting of horses is from 1885, by the Scottish painter Sam Fulton. The
Category
Antique 19th Century Scottish Paintings
Materials
Paint, Canvas
19th Century Oil Painting of Peasant Girl R Gavin RSA
Located in London, GB
This is an antique oil painting by Robert Gavin, circa 1870.
It is signed on the back: R.Gavin RSA
Category
Antique 1870s Scottish Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Antique Large Sunset Landscape of Scotland, Original Frame, Signed
By Francis E. Jamieson
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
-1950)
signed, lower right hand corner,
oil painting on canvas, framed
canvas: 16 x 24 inches
framed: 20
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Scottish Museum of Modern Art by Patrick Hughes
By Patrick Hughes
Located in New Orleans, LA
Patrick Hughes
b. 1939 British
The Scottish Museum of Modern Art
Oil on panel
Signed, titled and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Scottish Landscape Glen Sligachan, Black Cullin Hills Isle of Skye
By Jack R. Mould
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Superb original oil painting depicting the rugged and dramatic Black Cullin Hills on the Isle of
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Highland Path in the Shadows of Ben Nevis, Scotland
By Sidney Richard Percy
Located in Belgravia, London, London
Oil on canvas
Canvas size: 24 x 38 inches
Framed size: 30 x 44 inches
Signed and dated 1874 lower
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
“Autumn in the Scottish Highlands”
By Clarence Roe
Located in Southampton, NY
Beautiful oil on canvas painting of the Scottish Highlands in autumn by the well known British
Category
1880s Academic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ferry of the Loaf Historic Story, River Tay Scotland, Ship and Landscape
Located in Hillsborough, NC
of the Loaf' on the frame plate. Signed lower left, and dated 1905, this is an oil on canvas painting
Category
Early 1900s Naturalistic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Scottish 19th century Highland group of dogs in a landscape looking noble
By Sir Edwin Landseer
Located in Woodbury, CT
whilst in an extensive landscape in the highlands of Scotland.
The quality of the painting is first
Category
1860s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Three Fishing Boats on the Shore
, West coast of Scotland, Beach Scene
By Donald McIntyre
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
. The painting is full of life, with a wonderful bright colour palette, reminicent of Scotland at it's
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
19th century View of Musselburgh Racecourse Scotland with people in a landscape
By John Robertson Reid
Located in Woodbury, CT
This oil painting of Musselburgh Racecourse is a beautifully detailed snapshot of 19th-century
Category
1880s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Antique oil painting of Scottish Highland cattle near a Loch, Scotland
By Henry Hadfield Cubley
Located in Woodbury, CT
Antique oil painting of Scottish Highland cattle near a Loch, Scotland
Henry Hadfield Cubley was
Category
1890s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Warm Autumnal Mountain Lake Oil Painting of Scottish Highlands by British Artist
By Andrew Grant Kurtis
Located in Preston, GB
Warm Autumnal Mountain Lake Oil Painting of Scottish Highlands by British Artist, Andrew Grant
Category
20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Loch Katrine - 19th Century Landscape Oil Painting of Scottish Highlands
By William Langley
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
This is a large fine original 19th century Scottish landscape oil on canvas depicting the banks of
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Highlander - 19th Century Portrait Oil Painting of Scottish Highlander
By Robert Alexander Hillingford
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
This is a fine 19th century portrait oil on canvas depicting a distinguished Scottish Highland
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Loch Shiel - 19th Century Landscape Oil Painting of Scottish Highlands
By Clarence Roe
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
leaf swept frame.
As with all of the original antique oil paintings we sell it is offered in the very
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
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Oil Paintings Of Scotland For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the oil paintings of scotland you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. You can easily find an example made in the Old Masters style, while we also have 7 Old Masters versions to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an oil paintings of scotland may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding an oil paintings of scotland to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — find a piece on 1stDibs that incorporates elements of brown, black, gray, gold and more. Creating an oil paintings of scotland has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by David Cowan Dobson, Francis E. Jamieson, Joseph Denovan Adam, Clarence Roe and Alfred de Breanski Sr. are consistently popular. 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.
How Much is a Oil Paintings Of Scotland?
The price for an oil paintings of scotland in our collection starts at $609 and tops out at $59,457 with the average selling for $4,950.
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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.
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Questions About Oil Paintings Of Scotland
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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. - 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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