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Austerity - original oversized yellow abstract oil painting by Tyrone Layne
By Tyrone Layne
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Austerity" by Tyrone Layne is a unique oil on canvas abstract painting signed by the artist. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Divided America - original oversized abstract painting by Tyrone Layne
By Tyrone Layne
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Divided America" by Tyrone Layne is a unique oil on canvas abstract painting signed by the artist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
United Keepers
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$11,500
The Proof
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$9,000
Resistance
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$7,250
Broken Silence
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Blade I
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$8,500
Patience
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$9,000
Saving I
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$14,250
The Blessing II
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Jump
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$9,000
The Flight VII
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Heart III
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Heart II
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Unveiling I
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$10,000
Ballet XV
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$8,000
The Peacemaker
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Falcor
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$13,250
Point d
éveil VI
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Heart I
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Long Hot Summer II - original oversized yellow abstract painting by Tyrone Layne
By Tyrone Layne
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Long Hot Summer II" by Tyrone Layne is a unique oil on canvas abstract painting signed by the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Oversize abstract oil on canvas by Adja Yunkers
By Adja Yunkers
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
An oversize ( 80"x 66") abstract mixed media on canvas by well listed Latvian American Artist Adja
Category
Vintage 1970s American Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Canvas
Oversized Contemporary Oil Painting "Stella" by Eric Stefanski
Located in Chicago, IL
Oversized contemporary oil painting "Stella" by Eric Stefanski.
Category
2010s American Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, Paint
Very Large Framed Nude Painting Sgd, dated 1950
By Moyner
Located in Pasadena, CA
Oversized oil on canvas painting of a voluptuous nude woman reclining upon a bed with red drape and
Category
Vintage 1950s European Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Antique Oversized Oil Painting, Russian Soldiers on Horseback, by Dakar, 20th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique and oversized Orientalist oil on canvas painting depicts Russian soldiers on horseback
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
Bouquet of Flowers
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-1033 Oversized oil painting of blue and white flowers in a custom wood frame. Signed D. Eckstein
Category
Vintage 1970s Paintings
$1,450
Wine Tasting
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-1028 Oversized oil painting on canvas of a wine tasting in a dark wood frame. Signed Jordana
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Paintings
$1,675
Afternoon Tea
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-1029 Oversized oil painting of a table setting in a beautiful garden in a light wood frame.
Category
Late 20th Century Paintings
$1,400
Square Dance
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-1475 An oversized oil painting on stretched canvas of abstract squares, in a wood frame. Signed
Category
Late 20th Century Paintings
$1,800
Aberdeen Boat Works
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-910 Oversized oil painting of a colorful boat at drydock in custom wood frame signed lower right
Category
Vintage 1970s American Paintings
Brooklyn Bridge
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-1488 An oversized oil painting on stretched canvas of the Brooklyn Bridge in a metal frame
Category
Vintage 1970s Paintings
$1,975
Huge Oil Painting from Belgium Titled, Spring Garden Picnic Over 7
High
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
, doing huge, oversize oil paintings and in the 1990s, we would import them, well, this extra-large oil
Category
1990s Belgian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
English Country Village
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-1032 Oversized oil painting of a English country village by a flowing stream in a carved wood
Category
Vintage 1940s Paintings
$2,400
Day At The Zoo
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-767 Oversized oil painting of mother with children at the zoo
Set in a custom made frame
Category
Late 20th Century American Decorative Art
Materials
Wood
$2,800
Oversized Abstract Oil Painting
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A fantastic, large-scale abstract oil painting rendered in reds, oranges, black and green. Signed
Category
Vintage 1960s American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Crime and Punishment - Original Oil Painting of Fictional Oversized Book Cover
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
combining editorial cartooning, oil painting and graphic design. I
am attracted to those handsome
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
George Orwell, 2017 - Original Oil Painting of Fictional Oversized Book Cover
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
myself from disappearing into the ruins,
I adopt a strategy combining editorial cartooning, oil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Much Ado" Oversized Acrylic, Oil Pastels and Pencil Abstract Painting, 7ftx5ft
By Karina Gentinetta
Located in New York, NY
"Much Ado", 2020, 84" x 60". Oversized large abstract painting consisting of acrylic, pencils
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Watercolor, Carbon Pencil, Color Pencil
Year of the Eclipse - Original Oil Painting of Fictional Oversized Book Cover
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
editorial cartooning, oil painting and graphic design. I
am attracted to those handsome publisher’s design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Writing on the Wall" Oversize Abstract Acrylic, Oil Pastels and Pencil Painting
By Karina Gentinetta
Located in New York, NY
"Writing on the Wall", 2020, 72" x 108". Oversized large abstract painting consisting of acrylic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Watercolor, Carbon Pencil, Color Pencil
Oversized Antique Impressionistic Landscape Oil on Canvas Painting, Signed C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
A large impressionist painting offers oil on canvas fall landscape scene with trees and forest road
Category
Early 20th Century Paintings
Materials
Paint, Canvas
"6 Feet Apart" Oversized Acrylic , Pencils and Oil Pastels Painting, 72" x 60"
By Karina Gentinetta
Located in New York, NY
"6 Feet Apart" 2020, 72" x 60" acrylic, pencil and oil pastel on canvas by Argentine born artist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Carbon Pencil
Fine Oversized Guiseppe Camino Oil on Canvas Painting, circa 1850
Located in Big Flats, NY
Very fine oversized oil on canvas depicting lake and village scene features fine detail and vibrant
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting C1968
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting Signed by Sharie Jones
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting C1968
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting of Nude Woman Signed by
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting C1968
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting of Seated Nude Woman
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting C1968
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil On Canvas Painting Of A Standing Nude Woman
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting C1968
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting Signed by Sharie Jones
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting C1968
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting Signed by Sharie Jones
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting C1968
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting of A Seated Nude Woman
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting C1968
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting of Reading Woman Signed
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Oversized Antique Oil On Canvas Portrait Painting of a Baron C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
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Oversized Antique Oil On Canvas Portrait Painting of a Baron, Giltwood Framed, C1890
Measures - 55.75"H x
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
Stephen Ellis "SE-E-95" Modern Abstract Oversized Oil
Alkyd Painting
Located in Astoria, NY
Stephen Ellis (American, b. 1951) "Untitled (SE-E-95)," 1995, modern oversized oil and alkyd on
Category
1990s American Modern Paintings
Materials
Linen
Oversized French Style Oil on Canvas Floral Still Life Painting, Signed
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized French style oil on canvas painting depicts still life of floral bouquet in vase in
Category
Mid-20th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Oversized Oil on Canvas Painting by Herbert C. Sheppard, Dutch Landscape
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized oil on canvas painting of Dutch landscape with windmill by listed artist Herbert Charles
Category
Early 20th Century English Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mahogany
Oversized English Oil on Canvas Landscape Painting Attributed J. Constable, RA
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized oil on canvas painting depicts English landscape with stone bridge and cottage, gold gilt
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
Antique Oversized Allegorical Oil on Canvas Old Master Painting Signed Toti
Located in Big Flats, NY
An Italian antique allegorical old master oil on canvas painting depicts neoclassical scene of
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Paintings
Materials
Giltwood, Canvas
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Oversized Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact oversized oil painting you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. In our selection of items, you can find contemporary examples as well as an abstract version. If you’re looking for a oversized oil painting from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right oversized oil painting is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes gray, black, brown and blue. There have been many interesting oversized oil painting examples over the years, but those made by Rose Freymuth-Frazier, Bruce Rubenstein, Ognian Zekoff, Karina Gentinetta and Fréderique Assaël are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. 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 paint, oil paint and fabric can add an especially memorable touch.
How Much is a Oversized Oil Painting?
The average selling price for a oversized oil painting we offer is $3,205, while they’re typically $244 on the low end and $75,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Oversized Oil Painting
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
- Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
- La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
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