Question 1

How do I identify an artist’s painting?

Accepted Answer

To identify an artist's painting, first try using the app Smartify. It allows you to take a photo of the artist's signature, and then it automatically searches a large database to identify who made it. If this search yields no results, you can try performing a reverse image search using a photo of the signature or the entire painting. Once you know who the artist is, you can use trusted online resources to determine the name and age of the piece. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer evaluate your painting and identify it for you. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of paintings.

Question 2

How do I find the artist of a painting?

Accepted Answer

To find the artist of a painting, first try photographing the painting with your smartphone and the artist's signature. Then, conduct a reverse image search on Google using the photographs, and study the results to see if you can determine the artist's name. You can also try using the app Smartify to scan the image and see if it appears in its database. If you have difficulty identifying the artist, consult a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of fine art.

Question 3

Who is the artist that paints bunnies?

Accepted Answer

Hunt Slonem is the artist who is known for painting bunnies. The American Neo-Expressionist painter also depicts other animals like tropical birds and butterflies in his work. Much of the inspiration for his paintings comes from his own aviary. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Hunt Slonem art.

Question 4

What Photorealist artist painted diners?

Accepted Answer

The Photorealist who painted diners is John Baeder. He is an American painter who is considered a frontrunner in the Photorealist movement. Baeder is known for his detailed paintings and prints of roadside diners. His work can be found in the collections of the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York, the Norton Museum of Art in ​​West Palm Beach, Florida and the Denver Art Museum in Denver, Colorado. On 1stDibs, shop a range of John Baeder art.

Question 5

Which artist is famous for painting apples?

Accepted Answer

There are actually two artists who are considered famous for painting apples. One is Paul Cézanne, who is best known for his still-life paintings, many of which contained apples. Examples of these works include The Basket of Apples and Still Life with Apples. Another painter associated with apples is René Magritte, whose Surrealist paintings often used apples as a symbol for original sin. Notable apple paintings by Magritte include The Son of Man and The Listening Room. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of fine art.

Question 6

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 7

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 8

What artist is known for stripe painting?

Accepted Answer

One artist best known for stripe painting is Bridget Riley. Since the 1970s, Riley has been experimenting with color, creating works like Nataraja (1993), made up of columns of brightly hued diagonal stripes that seem to pulse rhythmically. By using stripes to instill life, movement and energy into flat, geometric forms, she helped pioneer Op art. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Bridget Riley art.

Question 9

How do you identify an artist's oil painting signature?

Accepted Answer

To identify an artist's oil painting signature, you can try photographing it with your smartphone and then conducting a reverse image search using a trusted search engine. You can also search for the name and consult trusted online resources to learn more about the artist. If these methods don't result in a successful identification, a certified art appraiser or art dealer may be able to assist you. Shop a range of oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.

Question 10

Who was the first artist to use oil paint?

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The name of the first artist to use oil paints isn't known. However, historians have traced the use of oils back to 7th-century Afghanistan. There, Buddhist artists used oil paintings to produce religious artworks. One of the first artists to be famous for their use of oil paints was Jan van Eyck, a Flemish artist who was active from 1422 to 1441. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of oil paintings.

Question 11

What famous artist puts a mouse in his paintings?

Accepted Answer

The famous artist who put a mouse in his paintings was Terence Cuneo. He began adding the mouse around 1954, one year after he served as the official painter for Elizabeth II's coronation. Cuneo was a distinguished British painter famous for his scenes of railways, horses and military action. Explore a variety of Terence Cuneo art on 1stDibs.

Question 12

Are paintings by unknown artists worth anything?

Accepted Answer

Yes, paintings by unknown artists may be worth something in some cases. When a painting’s maker isn't a well-known artist or is completely anonymous, factors like the visual appeal, historical significance, previous ownership and condition will determine the value of a painting. A certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can evaluate your piece using these criteria and provide you with an estimated value for your art. Shop a wide range of paintings on 1stDibs.

Question 13

Who is the artist of the painting “New York City?”

Accepted Answer

The artist of the painting called "New York City" is the Dutch painter Piet Mondrian. He was a part of the De Stijl art movement, which emphasized depicting objects, scenes and figures as their basic geometric shapes in simple primary colors. You can see this approach reflected in "New York City," where the architecture of the Big Apple is depicted in simple grid lines in yellow, red and blue. Find a variety of abstract art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.

Question 14

Who was a German artist who painted realistic portraits?

Accepted Answer

Although many artists may fit this description, a famous German artist who painted realistic portraits is Wilhelm Leibl. As a printmaker and painter, Leibl worked during the second half of the 19th century and created many paintings of German peasants in traditional dress. Some of his most notable works include Three Women in Church, Die Dorfpolitiker, Farm Girl with a White Head Scarf and Die junge Pariserin (Die Kokotte). On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Realist art.

Question 15

Which British artist is famous for his spot paintings?

Accepted Answer

The British artist famous for his spot paintings is Damien Hirst. He began producing these pieces in the 1980s. One example, the 2005 painting Xylene Cyanol Dye Solution, is striking for its machinelike uniformity and almost childlike simplicity, a seeming rebuke to the idea of the artist-as-genius. Hirst is the most prominent of the Young British Artists, or YBAs, who began exhibiting together in warehouses and factories in the 1980s. Hirst is known for his use of unconventional materials and “shock tactics” in his paintings, prints, sculptures and other works. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Damien Hirst art.

Question 16

Who was the famous artist and co-founder of the Hudson River School artists who painted historical paintings and romantic landscapes?

Accepted Answer

The famous artist and co-founder of the Hudson River School artists who painted historical paintings and romantic landscapes was Thomas Cole. Born in England, he immigrated to the U.S. in 1818. During a trip to the Catskills, he first began producing paintings, and his work helped establish the tradition of landscape art in America. Shop a large selection of Hudson River School paintings on 1stDibs.

Question 17

Which painting of Munch’s clearly established him as an artist to watch for?

Accepted Answer

The Scream was the painting of Munch’s that clearly established him as an artist to watch for. He produced the expressionist painting in 1893, and the piece remains widely known to this day. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Edvard Munch art.

Question 18

Why would the artist George Catlin’s paintings from the 1800s be considered a form of artistic documentation?

Accepted Answer

The artist George Catlin's paintings from the 1800s are considered a form of artistic documentation because he depicted what he saw during his travels across North America. Catlin produced many images of Native Americans living their daily lives. In so doing, he provided a glimpse of what life was like for Indigenous people before the rapid westward expansion of settlers forcibly disrupted their traditions and culture. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of George Catlin art.

Question 19

Which French artist painted the famous painting which is titled Mont Sainte Victoire?

Accepted Answer

The French artist who painted the famous painting which is titled Mont Sainte Victoire is Paul Cézanne. He actually produced several landscape paintings of the mountain, which was located near his birthplace, Aix-en-Provence, France. Arguably the most famous piece from the series is a 1904-6 work now in the Musée d'Orsay in Paris, France. Other examples are in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, New York; the Courtauld Institute of Art in London, UK; the Scottish National Gallery in Edinburgh, Scotland; the Bridgestone Museum of Art in Tokyo, Japan; and the Princeton University Art Museum in Princeton, New Jersey. Shop a wide range of sculptures on 1stDibs.

Question 20

Who is the artist associated with Urban Realism and American Scene painting?

Accepted Answer

The artist associated with Urban Realism and American Scene painting is Edward Hopper. Throughout the early 20th century, he created paintings of New York City that captured the feelings of isolation associated with urban life. His best-known works include Nighthawks, Automat, Chop Suey and Office at Night. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Edward Hopper art.

Painting Nyc Artist

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Contemporary Art

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Postmodern Richard Birkett Fantasy Clock Louise Nevelson Style

1950s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Sylvia Rutkoff1950s "King" Oil Painting NYC Artist Brooklyn Museum, 1950s

1950s Abstract Abstract Paintings

1950s Abstract Painting NYC Artist Mid Century Original Painting, c. 1950s

Mid-20th Century American Modern Figurative Paintings

Donald Stacy1950s "Parisian Woman" Mid Century Figurative Painting NYC Artist, c. 1950s

Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings

George Jay Rogers1950s "Blue Bubbles" Mid Century Abstract Oil Painting NYC Artist, 1950s

1950s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Sylvia RutkoffMid Century "Man at the Bar" Impasto Oil Painting NYC Artist Sylvia Rutkoff, c 1950s

1950s Bauhaus Figurative Paintings

Agnes Mills1950s "Female Nude, Red Wall" Figurative Painting NYC Bauhaus Artist, 1950s

1950s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Sylvia Rutkoff1950s s NYC Female Artist Impasto Painting "Football Player" Brooklyn Museum, 1950s

1950s Modern Abstract Paintings

Sylvia Rutkoff"Mexican Night" 1950s Abstract Painting Female NYC Artist Brooklyn Museum, 1950s

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Paintings

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Mid-20th Century Minimalist Figurative Paintings

Edith Isaac-Rose1960s "Soldier" Acrylic and Charcoal Painting NYC Mid Century Female Artist, c. 1960s

Vintage 1940s American Paintings

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2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Angela WakefieldNew York City NYC Street Sunshine Landscape Painting by British Cityscape Artist, 2017

1990s Street Art Abstract Paintings

Tabo Toral1990 s Graffiti Artist. Mixed Media Painting Bold Colorful New Wave NYC Panama, c.1990 s

1990s Street Art Abstract Paintings

Tabo Toral1990 s Graffiti Artist. Mixed Media Painting Bold Colorful New Wave NYC Panama, c.1990 s

Antique Late 19th Century American Barbizon School Paintings

Olive Parker Black Landscape Painting Boston MA New York NY NYC Artist

2010s Street Art Figurative Paintings

BlusterOneHomeward by street artist BLUSTERONE, figurative sleeping NYC subway commuter, 2021

Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Sylvia Rutkoff"Doorway" 1950s Mixed Media Abstract Expressionism NYC Artist Brooklyn Museum, 1950s

Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings

Edith Isaac-Rose1960s Gouache and Pencil Abstract NYC Female Artist "Valentine Abstract", 1960s

Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Martin Rosenthal1964 "Twosome" Mid Century Encaustic Oil Paint Abstract NYC Artist, 1964

Mid-20th Century Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Edith Isaac-Rose"Hay in Front" Mid Century Original Impressionist Drawing NYC Artist, 1960s

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Still Life of Fruit Bowl Casein on Paper Painting by Anonymous NYC Artist 1950s

20th Century Expressionist Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Frank KleinholzMid-Century Watercolor Painting Over Lithograph WPA Artist NYC Frank Kleinholz, 1972

1970s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Edith Isaac-Rose"Could Be Healing" 1970s Watercolor Abstract Painting with Pencil NYC Artist, c. 1970

Mid-20th Century American Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Chaim GrossRare Chaim Gross Watercolor Painting Manhattan Skyscrapers Train NYC WPA Artist, c.1920s

Early 2000s American Paintings

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Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Martin Rosenthal1964 "Pieces Apart" Mid Century Encaustic Oil Paint Abstract NYC Artist, 1964

Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Martin Rosenthal1962 "Flowers Blooming" Mid Century Encaustic Oil Paint Abstract NYC Artist, 1962

Late 20th Century American Paintings

Wonderful Oil on Canvas by Noted NYC artist Marianne Stikas

Vintage 1930s American Paintings

1932 WPA oil board American artist Irving Brown NYC river scene

Vintage 1970s American Paintings

3 portraits from 1973 1974 Noted NYC Artist Philip Sherrod NA

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Angela WakefieldAmerican Diner Greenwich Village 6th Avenue New York City NYC by British Artist, 2018

1980s 85 New Wave Abstract Paintings

Tabo Toral1980 s Graffiti Artist. Mixed Media Artwork Bold Colorful New Wave NYC Panama, c.1980 s

Vintage 1950s American Paintings

Abstract Mixed Media Work by NYC Artist Sidney Geist circa 1955

Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Martin Rosenthal1965 "Cobalt in the Middle" Mid Century Encaustic Oil Paint Abstract NYC Artist, 1965

1980s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

John Peters1980s "Mustard DNA" Abstract Marker Drawing NYC Artist, c. 1980s

1950s Other Art Style Still-life Paintings

Sylvia Rutkoff1950s Double Sided Oil Impasto Still Life "The Chair" NYC Artist Sylvia Rutkoff, c 1950s

Mid-20th Century American Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Donald Stacy1950s "Reaching Praying" Mid Century Figurative Ink Line Drawing NYC Artist, c. 1950

Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Sylvia Rutkoff
1950s "King" Oil Painting NYC Artist Brooklyn Museum, 1950s

Donald Stacy
1950s "Parisian Woman" Mid Century Figurative Painting NYC Artist, c. 1950s

George Jay Rogers
1950s "Blue Bubbles" Mid Century Abstract Oil Painting NYC Artist, 1950s

Sylvia Rutkoff
Mid Century "Man at the Bar" Impasto Oil Painting NYC Artist Sylvia Rutkoff, c 1950s

Agnes Mills
1950s "Female Nude, Red Wall" Figurative Painting NYC Bauhaus Artist, 1950s

Sylvia Rutkoff
1950s s NYC Female Artist Impasto Painting "Football Player" Brooklyn Museum, 1950s

Sylvia Rutkoff
"Mexican Night" 1950s Abstract Painting Female NYC Artist Brooklyn Museum, 1950s

Edith Isaac-Rose
1960s "Soldier" Acrylic and Charcoal Painting NYC Mid Century Female Artist, c. 1960s

Angela Wakefield
New York City NYC Street Sunshine Landscape Painting by British Cityscape Artist, 2017

Tabo Toral
1990 s Graffiti Artist. Mixed Media Painting Bold Colorful New Wave NYC Panama, c.1990 s

Tabo Toral
1990 s Graffiti Artist. Mixed Media Painting Bold Colorful New Wave NYC Panama, c.1990 s

BlusterOne
Homeward by street artist BLUSTERONE, figurative sleeping NYC subway commuter, 2021

Sylvia Rutkoff
"Doorway" 1950s Mixed Media Abstract Expressionism NYC Artist Brooklyn Museum, 1950s

Edith Isaac-Rose
1960s Gouache and Pencil Abstract NYC Female Artist "Valentine Abstract", 1960s

Martin Rosenthal
1964 "Twosome" Mid Century Encaustic Oil Paint Abstract NYC Artist, 1964

Edith Isaac-Rose
"Hay in Front" Mid Century Original Impressionist Drawing NYC Artist, 1960s

Frank Kleinholz
Mid-Century Watercolor Painting Over Lithograph WPA Artist NYC Frank Kleinholz, 1972

Edith Isaac-Rose
"Could Be Healing" 1970s Watercolor Abstract Painting with Pencil NYC Artist, c. 1970

Chaim Gross
Rare Chaim Gross Watercolor Painting Manhattan Skyscrapers Train NYC WPA Artist, c.1920s

Martin Rosenthal
1964 "Pieces Apart" Mid Century Encaustic Oil Paint Abstract NYC Artist, 1964

Martin Rosenthal
1962 "Flowers Blooming" Mid Century Encaustic Oil Paint Abstract NYC Artist, 1962

Angela Wakefield
American Diner Greenwich Village 6th Avenue New York City NYC by British Artist, 2018

Tabo Toral
1980 s Graffiti Artist. Mixed Media Artwork Bold Colorful New Wave NYC Panama, c.1980 s

Martin Rosenthal
1965 "Cobalt in the Middle" Mid Century Encaustic Oil Paint Abstract NYC Artist, 1965

John Peters
1980s "Mustard DNA" Abstract Marker Drawing NYC Artist, c. 1980s

Sylvia Rutkoff
1950s Double Sided Oil Impasto Still Life "The Chair" NYC Artist Sylvia Rutkoff, c 1950s

Donald Stacy
1950s "Reaching Praying" Mid Century Figurative Ink Line Drawing NYC Artist, c. 1950

Michael Knigin
1967 "Abstract 1" Ink Brush Drawing NYC Artist Michael Knigin Mid Century, 1967

Michael Knigin
1967 "Abstract 3" Ink Brush Drawing NYC Artist Michael Knigin Mid Century, 1967

Michael Knigin
1967 "Abstract 7" Ink Brush Drawing NYC Artist Michael Knigin Mid Century, 1967

Michael Knigin
1967 "Abstract 4" Ink Brush Drawing NYC Artist Michael Knigin Mid Century, 1967

Michael Knigin
1967 "Abstract 9" Ink Brush Drawing NYC Artist Michael Knigin Mid Century, 1967

Michael Knigin
1967 "Abstract 18" Ink Brush Drawing NYC Artist Michael Knigin Mid Century, 1967

Loren Munk
Mixed Media Collage Neo Expressionist Painting, Drawing NYC Artist, 1989

Jenny Kemp
Jolly (Graphic Abstract Painting in Red, Raspberry, Navy, and Gold), 2019

Jenny Kemp
Free Thought (Graphic Abstract Painting in Peach, Raw Siena and Chartreuse), 2019

Jenny Kemp
Untitled 3: Graphic Abstract Painting on Paper in Lime Green, Pear Green Peach, 2019

Chris Riggs
Untitled, 2018

Jenny Kemp
Pressed (Framed Graphic Abstract Painting in Red, Dark Teal Light Green), 2018

Martin Rosenthal
1969 "Balancing Act" Mid Century Abstract Painting NYC Artist, 1969

Martin Rosenthal
1969 "White Circle Orange Circle" Mid Century Abstract Painting NYC Artist, 1969

Edith Isaac-Rose
1960s "Tea Kettle Still Life" Acrylic Still Life Painting NYC Artist, 1960s

Sylvia Rutkoff
Mid Century Abstract Painting "Cat" NYC Artist Sylvia Rutkoff, c. 1950s