Question 1

Do vinegar and olive oil fix wood scratches?

Accepted Answer

Yes, vinegar and olive oil can remove wood scratches in some cases. Most often, people use apple cider vinegar for this DIY method, mixing it with an equal amount of olive oil. Then, the solution is left in place for several hours and then wiped away. If you wish to try this method, test the solution on an inconspicuous area to ensure that it doesn't damage the wood finish. Find a variety of wood furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 2

How do you maintain oil paintings?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

What is abstract oil painting?

Accepted Answer

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Question 4

How do I identify an oil painting?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 5

Who is the father of oil painting?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 6

When was oil paint invented?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 7

What is the difference between a lithograph and an oil painting?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 8

What makes an oil painting valuable?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 9

How much do oil paintings cost?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

Do oil paintings darken over time?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 11

How can I tell if an oil painting is real?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 12

How do you know if an oil painting is valuable?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 13

How much are oil paintings worth?

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

How do I find an artist of oil paintings?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 15

How do I find the artist of an oil painting?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 16

Does sunlight affect oil paintings?

Accepted Answer

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.

Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Question 17

Can you use oil paint on wood?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 18

How can you tell how old an oil painting is?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 19

Did Dali use oil paint?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 20

Where is the largest oil painting in the world?

Accepted Answer

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.

Olives Oil Paint

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Josine VignonOlive Tree Path to Provence Building Thick Oil Impasto Landscape, 1960 s

19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

French SchoolAntique French Impressionist Signed Oil Golden Light Olive Groves Provence

Antique 19th Century European Planters and Jardinieres

19th Century Mediterranean Terracotta Olive Oil Vessel

1980s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Ramon Lluis MonllaoSea of olive trees mediterranean landscape Spain oil on canvas painting, 1982

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Matthew HopkinsExtra Virgin (Small, Realistic Still Life Painting of Olive Oil Bottle), 2016

1960s Expressionist Figurative Paintings

François LombardiFrançois Lombardi, The Lane of Olive Trees, Oil on Canvas, 1960s, 1940s

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Josine Vignon1950s French Post Impressionist Signed Oil Olive Groves in Provence Village, 1950s

Late 19th Century Impressionist Paintings

Vincent van Gogh - "Olive Trees in a Mountainous Landscape" - hand-painted repr., 2021

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

The Olive Pickers, 1966

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Josine VignonOlive Trees in Provence French Post Impressionist Signed Oil 1960 s, 1960 s

Mid-20th Century Expressionist Landscape Paintings

AUGUSTE CHABAUD SIGNED OIL - OLIVE GROVES IN PROVENCE AT EVENING DUSK - BEAUTIFUL PAINTING

1890s Victorian Still-life Paintings

Oliver Clare“Dogwood Blossoms with Bird’s Nest”, Circa 1890

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Anastasia Gklava"Untamed", Elegant oil and gold leaf painting, olive tree, landscape, nature, 2020

Early 20th Century Naturalistic Still-life Paintings

Oliver ClareStill Life of Fruits, Not Dated

1960s Modern Landscape Paintings

Oliver FossScene in Greece, 1960s

19th Century Victorian Still-life Paintings

Oliver ClareStill Life of Fruit, pair, C1890

1970s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Luciano SaccoFlowers Among the Olive Trees - Original Oil Painting by Luciano Sacco - 1980s, 1980s

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings

Tom GreggOlives and Martini

19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

William Oliver19th Century genre painting of a woman holding an artist’s palette, 1876

1890s Academic Still-life Paintings

Oliver Clare"Plums", Circa 1890

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

French School1930 s French Post Impressionist Large Oil Painting Olive Groves in Provence

1920s Academic Still-life Paintings

Oliver Clare“Still Life with Fruit”, 1921

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Josine VignonGreen Provence Olive Tree Landscape French Post Impressionist Signed Oil 1960 s, 1960 s

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

20th Century French Post Impressionist Oil Olive Groves Provence, after Van Gogh, mid century

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Oliver MarreroRain Along Central Park, New York City, 2020

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

French SchoolLes Alpilles Provence Olive Groves in Landscape Signed 1960 s French Oil

1880s Victorian Still-life Paintings

Oliver ClarePair of Victorian still lives of fruit and flowers on a mossy bank landscape, Circa 1880

1880s Victorian Still-life Paintings

Oliver ClarePair of Victorian still lives of fruit and flowers on a mossy bank landscape, Circa 1880

19th Century Portrait Paintings

William OliverLost in Thought

1950s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Matt KahnMount of Olives, 1950, 1950

20th Century Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Oliver FossExpressionist Paris Street Scene Architectural Visionism

Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Georges Bordonove1950 s French Impressionist Oil Olive Groves Sunset over Spanish Old Town, 1959

Mid-19th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

French SchoolMid 20th Century 1950s French Post-Impressionist Oil Olive Trees Sunny Provence

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Josine VignonThe Olive Trees in Winter Provence French Post Impressionist Signed Oil 1960 s, 1960 s

1980s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Henri-André MartinHenri-André Martin Olive Tree Field in the Alpilles, Provence, Oil on Canvas, 1980s

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Jars

19th Century French Provencal Mustard Glazed Terracotta Olive Oil Jar Amphora

Antique Late 19th Century French Pitchers

19th Century French Saint Clement Barbotine Faience Olive Oil Duck Pitcher

21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Still-life Paintings

Heidi von FaberOlive oil and eggs/ Scones II/ Doughnuts/ Custom order 3 paintings Wendy, 2025

2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Anastasia GklavaMystery of the Olive - a romantic olive tree painting with gold leaf on canvas, 2017

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Industrial Bottles

Josine Vignon
Olive Tree Path to Provence Building Thick Oil Impasto Landscape, 1960 s

French School
Antique French Impressionist Signed Oil Golden Light Olive Groves Provence

Ramon Lluis Monllao
Sea of olive trees mediterranean landscape Spain oil on canvas painting, 1982

Matthew Hopkins
Extra Virgin (Small, Realistic Still Life Painting of Olive Oil Bottle), 2016

François Lombardi
François Lombardi, The Lane of Olive Trees, Oil on Canvas, 1960s, 1940s

Josine Vignon
1950s French Post Impressionist Signed Oil Olive Groves in Provence Village, 1950s

Josine Vignon
Olive Trees in Provence French Post Impressionist Signed Oil 1960 s, 1960 s

AUGUSTE CHABAUD
SIGNED OIL - OLIVE GROVES IN PROVENCE AT EVENING DUSK - BEAUTIFUL PAINTING

Oliver Clare
“Dogwood Blossoms with Bird’s Nest”, Circa 1890

Anastasia Gklava
"Untamed", Elegant oil and gold leaf painting, olive tree, landscape, nature, 2020

Oliver Clare
Still Life of Fruits, Not Dated

Oliver Foss
Scene in Greece, 1960s

Oliver Clare
Still Life of Fruit, pair, C1890

Luciano Sacco
Flowers Among the Olive Trees - Original Oil Painting by Luciano Sacco - 1980s, 1980s

Tom Gregg
Olives and Martini

William Oliver
19th Century genre painting of a woman holding an artist’s palette, 1876

Oliver Clare
"Plums", Circa 1890

French School
1930 s French Post Impressionist Large Oil Painting Olive Groves in Provence

Oliver Clare
“Still Life with Fruit”, 1921

Josine Vignon
Green Provence Olive Tree Landscape French Post Impressionist Signed Oil 1960 s, 1960 s

Oliver Marrero
Rain Along Central Park, New York City, 2020

French School
Les Alpilles Provence Olive Groves in Landscape Signed 1960 s French Oil

Oliver Clare
Pair of Victorian still lives of fruit and flowers on a mossy bank landscape, Circa 1880

Oliver Clare
Pair of Victorian still lives of fruit and flowers on a mossy bank landscape, Circa 1880

William Oliver
Lost in Thought

Matt Kahn
Mount of Olives, 1950, 1950

Oliver Foss
Expressionist Paris Street Scene Architectural Visionism

Georges Bordonove
1950 s French Impressionist Oil Olive Groves Sunset over Spanish Old Town, 1959

French School
Mid 20th Century 1950s French Post-Impressionist Oil Olive Trees Sunny Provence

Josine Vignon
The Olive Trees in Winter Provence French Post Impressionist Signed Oil 1960 s, 1960 s

Henri-André Martin
Henri-André Martin Olive Tree Field in the Alpilles, Provence, Oil on Canvas, 1980s

Heidi von Faber
Olive oil and eggs/ Scones II/ Doughnuts/ Custom order 3 paintings Wendy, 2025

Anastasia Gklava
Mystery of the Olive - a romantic olive tree painting with gold leaf on canvas, 2017

Isabelle Pardoe
The Olive Trees, Colourful French Landscape

Marius Chambaz
Rain in Provence and olive trees, 1975

Magí Oliver Bosch
Spring Landscape, 1920 s

Anastasia Gklava
"Make Room for the Time", oil and gold leaf painting of olive tree and blue sea, 2024

Olive Von Bergen
1940s Desert Red Rocks Landscape, 1940s

Elizabeth Paxton Oliver
“Petite Still Life”, Circa 1930

Daniel Oliver Sorenson
Zebras Racing, 1985

Henry Andrew Harper (Blunham, 1835 - London, 1900)
View of Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives, 1890, 1890

Denis Ribas
Old Olive Trees - landscape painting fauvist modern contemporary abstraction, 2020

Pierre Ambrogiani
Colourful Abstract French Landscape painting with figure Olive tree Paysage

Jos Leurs
Clavier, Olive Trees - Jos Leurs, 21st Century Contemporary by Dutch Artist, 2019

Anastasia Gklava
Gnarly - Realist earth toned ancient Olive Tree, golden background and nature, 2020