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Spanish 18th Century Oil Painting of the Nativity
Located in Round Top, TX
A stunning Spanish 18th century oil painting of the nativity housed in its original giltwood frame
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Set of 4 19th Century Spanish Oil Paintings
Located in Round Top, TX
A charming set of 4 oval shaped 19th century oil on board paintings of the Majorcan countryside
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Antique 19th Century Spanish Paintings

Materials

Wood

Mid-19th-Century, Port Of Tarifa, Spain, Oil Painting
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This mid-19th-century oil painting depicts the sun-drenched port of Tarifa in southern Spain. It’s
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1840s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Peter Keil Expressionist Oil Painting of a Spanish Lady
By Peter Keil
Located in Astoria, NY
Expressionist framed oil painting titled 'Spanish Lady', painted in 1972 by Peter Robert Keil in
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Large 19th Century Spanish oil painting of villagers dancing under blue skies
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Spanish School, 19th Century La Ronde Oil on canvas Unsigned 64.1/4 x 42.1/2 in. (163.2 x 108 cm
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19th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Morning in Barcelona Contemporary Oil Painting of a Girl in Barcelona, Spain
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Spanish artist Mònica Castanys is inspired by everyday scenes. Moments, femininity and light
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2010s Contemporary Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

19th Century Oil Painting Portrait of Beautiful Spanish Girl in Summer Andalucia
By Edward Charles Barnes
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
London, painting romantic figural scenes and portraits of exotic Spanish beauties, which in the 1860s and
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1860s Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century Oil Painting Portrait of Beautiful Spanish Girl in Summer Andalucia
By Edward Charles Barnes
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
London, painting romantic figural scenes and portraits of exotic Spanish beauties, which in the 1860s and
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1860s English School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

La Ciutadella - Original Oil Painting of Citadel Park, Barcelona, Spain
By Keiko Ogawa
Located in Chicago, IL
This painting's loose brush strokes with splashes of red, yellow and green beautifully capture the
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

19th Painting Portrait of Spanish Bourgeois, Oil on Canvas, Gilt Carved Frame
Located in Valladolid, ES
Amazing Spanish School 19th century oil on canvas, "Spanish Bourgeois Portrait. Great
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Antique 1860s Spanish Victorian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

17th Century Oil on Canvas Mythological Spanish Painting The Rape of Europe 1680
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Antique Spanish painting from the second half of the 17th century. Oil on canvas framework
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Antique Late 17th Century Spanish Paintings

Materials

Canvas

ANN ORAM RSW (1956-) English Original Oil Painting of a SPANISH LANDSCAPE 1992
Located in Cirencester, GB
Artist: Ann Oram RSW (1956-) British Title: "Vejer De La Frontera, Spain" Size: 62cm x 52cm inc
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Late 20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sea Blue - Large Oil Painting of the Sea by Spanish Painter Albert Vidal
By Albert Vidal Moreno
Located in Chicago, IL
the painting in as a whole, the sea comes to life, becoming real. This bottom of the painting is
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Antique and Fine Spanish School Oil on Canvas Portrait Painting of Young Woman
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique finely executed oil on canvas portrait painting of young woman in formal attire, framed
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Antique 19th Century Spanish Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Painting of a Spanish Matador Oil on Canvas Signed Greco
By Greco
Located in Miami, FL
Signed lower right, 'Greco'. A bold, modernist oil of a matador wearing his suit.  
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

"Vision of Spain", 20th Century oil on canvas by Spanish artist Pedro Flores
Located in Madrid, ES
PEDRO FLORES Spanish, 1897 - 1967 VISION OF SPAIN signed "Flores" (middle right) oil on canvas 21
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1950s Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Spanish Oil on Canvas Painting Portrait of a Lady with Flowers, 19th Century
Located in Cypress, CA
Fabulous large 19 century Spanish painting portrait of a flower girl. The canvas is laid on
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Antique 19th Century Spanish Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Masonite, Paint

19th Century Painting of Spanish Infanta after Diego Velázquez
By Diego Velã¡zquez
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This excellent oil painting of a Spanish Infanta is highly decorative and imposing, circa 19th
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Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Spanish School 18th Century Oil - Portrait of a Saint
Located in Corsham, GB
A naive depiction of a Saint clutching a cross to his chest as he gazes towards the heavens. Well presented in a simple gilt effect frame. Signed with initials in the upper left-hand...
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Early 18th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait Painting of a Spanish Dancer by Reza Samimi
Located in Uppingham, GB
A portrait of a Spanish dancer by Reza Samimi Very sharp detail, with a modern swept frame
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1960s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Spanish Shepherd by Jean Baudet, Mid-Century Modern Oil Painting, 1966
By Jean Baudet
Located in London, GB
'The Spanish Shepherd' (Le Berger Espagnol), oil on canvas (1966), by Jean Baudet (1914 - 1989). A
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1960s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique Old Master Copy Oil Portrait Painting of a Spanish Conquistador 19thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Old Master Copy Oil Portrait Painting of a Spanish Conquistador 19thC Measures- 31.25''H x
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Antique 19th Century Paintings

Materials

Paint

Antique Oil on Canvas Genre Painting of Spanish Courtyard with Dancing, c1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique painting offers oil on canvas Spanish genre scene with figures dancing in a courtyard
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Early 20th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Portrait of a Girl Oil on Canvas Spain XVII Century
Located in Milan, IT
Oil painting on canvas. Spanish school of the seventeenth century. Inside a garden, a young girl is
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17th Century Other Art Style Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil Painting on Copper of Saint Jerome
Located in Dallas, TX
Spanish Colonial painting oil on copper, depicting Saint Jerome, on blocked back.
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Antique Early 18th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Copper

Portrait of a Child Oil on Canvas Spain XVII Century
Located in Milan, IT
A life-size portrait of a boy in a black dress and white stockings, in the style of the Spanish
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17th Century Other Art Style Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Calle En Emperadores" Modern Impressionist Oil of Spain by Maria Bertran
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Calle En Emperadores" is an beautiful oil painted on location in Southern Spain by Maria Bertran
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2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pair of 1950s Abstract Oil Paintings
Located in London, GB
A pair of polychrome abstract oil on canvas in bespoke modern box frames Spain, circa 1950.    
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Portrait of a Noblewoman Oil on Wooden Table Spain XVII Century
Located in Milan, IT
Oil on the table. Spanish school of the seventeenth century. The gaze of this little girl is
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17th Century Other Art Style Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

"ALGECIRAS" PORT CITY IN THE SOUTH OF SPAIN. MUSEUM EXHIBITED PAINTING
By Jose Arpa
Located in San Antonio, TX
solid enough that the Spanish government sent four of his paintings as part of the exhibition to the
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1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Fine Signed James Webb Oil Painting Gilded Frame of Cartagena Spain 19th Century
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Spain and is in good original antique condition. The painting measures 35.25 tall x 45 wide x 4.5 deep
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Antique 1850s Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Fruitwood

W. Walters - Fine Early 20th Century Oil, Portrait of a Spanish Dama
Located in Corsham, GB
A very finely presented and rather beguiling portrait of a Spanish dama in oil, by the artist W
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20th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

"The Private Audience!" Spanish Realist Painting of Musician Serenading a Group
Located in Houston, TX
Beautifully detailed Spanish realist painting of a musician serenading a well dressed group that
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1880s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"The Private Audience!" Spanish Realist Painting of Musician Serenading a Group
Located in Houston, TX
Beautifully detailed Spanish realist painting of a musician serenading a well dressed group that
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1880s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

C. Alarcón, 20th Century Gilt Framed Oil - Portrait of a Spanish Woman
Located in Corsham, GB
An exceptional 20th century Spanish half length portrait of a Spanish woman with flowers in her
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20th Century Romantic Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

16th Century Spanish School "St Catalina of Alejandría" Polychrome Oil on Panel
Located in Valladolid, ES
Awesome 16th century Spanish school polychrome oil on panel “ST Catalina of Alejandria”. An amazing
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Antique 16th Century Spanish Gothic Paintings

Materials

Wood

Promenade of Agaro, Spain
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas
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1960s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of Philip V of Spain
Located in London, GB
King Philip IV of Spain (1605 - 1665) was the son of Philip III and Margaret of Austria. Philip V
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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Midcentury Oil Painting on Canvas of Boys Fishing
By Alvarez Ortega
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Midcentury oil painting on canvas of three boys with poles uniquely portrayed as a deconstructed
Category

20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

"Boats of Hondarribia", 20th Century Oil on Panel by Spanish Artist Menchu Gal
By Menchu Gal
Located in Madrid, ES
MENCHU GAL Spanish, 1919 - 2008 BOATS OF HONDARRIBIA signed "Menchu Gal" (lower left) oil on panel
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1980s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

A 17th Century Spanish Life-Size Oil on Canvas of a Nobleman
Located in Atlanta, GA
a nobleman standing atop a mountain with rolling hills behind, in period finery and carrying a walking stick and having a sword at his side, signed lower left and upper left Pleas...
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Spanish Paintings

Nasser Ovissi, Iranian, Born 1934 "Queen Isabella I of Spain" Oil on Canvas
By Nasser Ovissi
Located in Queens, NY
Nasser Ovissi, (Iranian, Born 1934) "Queen Isabella I of Spain" oil on canvas painting Very fine
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20th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil on canvas Spanish “Portrait Toribio of Velasco and Viguri”
Located in Valladolid, ES
Outstanding oil on canvas portrait depicting a child, Toribio de Velasco y Viguri, whose name
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1850s Romantic Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Portrait of a Spanish Lady
By Maude Matilda Hughey Kemper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
MAUDE MATILDA HUGHELY KEMPER "SPANISH LADY" OIL ON CANVAS, SIGNED CALIFORNIA, C.1930 22 X 16
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1930s Art Deco Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Framed Oil on Board of a Spanish Woman
Located in Essex, MA
Indistinctly signed. Featuring a young woman in festive dress. Giltwood frame.
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Antique Late 19th Century European Paintings

Materials

Wood

Antique Painting of Madre Dolorosa, Oil on Copper
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this antique painting of Madre Dolorosa, oil on Copper.
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Antique 19th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Paintings

Materials

Copper

Abstract Spanish Yellow, Brown, and Red Portrait of a Man in Sombrero Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Colorful oil painting portrait of a man in a yellow sombrero by Spanish artist, Luis Solleiro. The
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20th Century Abstract Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Interior Scene of Spanish Dancer
By Jacques Zucker
Located in New York, NY
This painting depicts an interior scene of a woman posing in front of a mantel. The fun details are
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20th Century Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vintage Spanish Oil on Canvas Still Life of Fruit Wine by V. Lazaro
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage Spanish oil on canvas still life painting by V. Lazaro representing fruit and wine
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20th Century Spanish Paintings

Materials

Giltwood, Canvas

"Portrait of Lady from Carmona" Spain 1886 Texas / Spanish Artist Exhibited
By Jose Arpa
Located in San Antonio, TX
: Oil Dated 1886 Portrait. "Carmona" Arpa's home town. Details This painting was exhibited in 2016
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1880s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Peter Keil Expressionist Oil Painting of a Bird, Framed
By Peter Keil
Located in Astoria, NY
Expressionist oil painting of a 'Bird' created in 1969 by Peter Robert Keil. The piece is signed
Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Expressionist Paintings

Studio of Miguel Canals (Spanish 1925-1995) Cherries, Birds Flowers Oil Canvas
Located in Queens, NY
Studio of Miguel Canals (Spanish, 1925-1995) Bowl of Cherries, Birds and Flowers Oil on Canvas
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20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

China Blue Oil/ Canvas "The City of Colums, Cuba" Spanish Schol Contemporary Art
Located in Valladolid, ES
"The City of Columns," oil on canvas, J.SENDINO. Pictorial work based on the combination of
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Early 2000s Spanish Modern Paintings

Materials

Other

1970s Oil Painting on Framed Canvas of Sevillian Dancer
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Oil Painting on Framed Canvas of Sevillian Dancer
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Late 20th Century Spanish Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Colonial Spanish oil on canvas " Saint Rose of Lima"
By Colonial Furniture Company
Located in Valladolid, ES
One of a kind oil on canvas made in the 18th century depicting Saint Rose of Lima with the Child
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Antique 1780s Peruvian Baroque Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Vintage Oil on Canvas Spanish Dancer
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An impressionistic oil-on-canvas painting of a Spanish dancer in a red dress- lively movement to
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Mid-20th Century French Romantic Paintings

Materials

Paint

1970s Decorative Painting of Family Painted in Oil on Cardboard
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Decorative Painting of Family Painted in Oil on Cardboard
Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Paintings

Materials

Plywood

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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.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    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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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.