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Pool Party
By Tracy Stuckey
Located in Bozeman, MT
My paintings operate in a fictitious world that utilizes the mythologies and realities of the
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Soak In Soundless: Figurative Photorealist Painting of Swimmer in Aqua Pool
By Samantha French
Located in Hudson, NY
blue pool
"Soak in Soundless", painted by Hudson Valley artist, Samantha French, is 2019
oil on canvas
Category
2010s Photorealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Andromeda
Contemporary Underwater Portrait Painting of a Girl in a Pool
By Amy Devlin
Located in Utrecht, NL
uses. Her paintings show a fascination with the movement and texture of water, which is depicted in
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pool at 8.18 PM
Located in Zofingen, AG
reminds us of the infinite mystery that life holds. Whether it's the serene surface of a pool or vast
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Poseidon and Amphitrite
Contemporary Painting of Boy and Girl in Pool
By Amy Devlin
Located in Utrecht, NL
uses. Her paintings show a fascination with the movement and texture of water, which is depicted in
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Poseidon and Amphitrite
Contemporary Painting of Boy and Girl in Pool
By Amy Devlin
Located in Utrecht, NL
uses. Her paintings show a fascination with the movement and texture of water, which is depicted in
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Afternoon by the Pool
By Ayline Olukman
Located in New York, NY
relationship to America emerges. The images are re-interpreted by the oil painting and we know we are far from
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Photographic Paper, Stretcher Bars
Hebe, Amy Devlin, Original painting, Figurative art, Pool art, Sport art, 2022
Located in Deddington, GB
Hebe by Amy Devlin [2022]
original and hand signed by the artist
Oil Paint on Canvas
Image size: H
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Guest Room (paper)" Abstract painting of a woman in orange swimsuit, blue pool
By Carol Bennett
Located in Edgartown, MA
Abstract oil painting of a woman in an orange swimsuit in blue pool.
“I have an open and free
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Paper
A House Becomes a Home With you - Contemporary Architecture Pool House Painting
Located in DE
Lilly Muth's architectural paintings transport viewers on a visual journey to a different world
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Salad Days, Pink, Landscape Painting with Pool and Hose in Lavender and Pink
By Sophie Treppendahl
Located in Kent, CT
Warm, lively pinks and soft lavender fill this landscape painting by Sophie Treppendahl. A swimming
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Pool Side - Florence, Italy, 2020
Located in Hudson, NY
in sculpture and painting and completing his artistic education at Milano’s Brera Art Academy. He
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pool Chairs Raft and a Yellow Noodle, Bright Blue Water Pool, Red, Green Chairs
By Sophie Treppendahl
Located in Kent, CT
A peaceful backyard scene is the subject of this landscape painting, a pale pink pool float and
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Glyn Morgan (1926-2015) - Signed 1970 Welsh Oil, The Pool of The Nereids III
By Glyn Morgan
Located in Corsham, GB
An impressive oil painting by the well listed Welsh artist Glyn Morgan, expressively capturing the
Category
1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Salad Days, Hose, Landscape Painting with Pool and Hose in Soft Blue and Green
By Sophie Treppendahl
Located in Kent, CT
In this landscape painting by Sophie Treppendahl, a swimming pool with a green hose by the edge and
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Jewel (paper)" painting of a woman in a red swimsuit in a blue pool
By Carol Bennett
Located in Edgartown, MA
Oil painting of a woman in a red swimsuit in a blue pool.
"I throw myself into the water almost
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
The Emerald Pool by Edward Cucuel
By Edward Cucuel
Located in New Orleans, LA
Edward Alfred Cucuel
1875-1954 American
The Emerald Pool
Signed "Cucuel" (lower left)
Oil on
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"August Suspense (paper)" painting of a woman in a red swimsuit in a blue pool
By Carol Bennett
Located in Edgartown, MA
Oil painting of a woman in a red swimsuit in a blue pool.
"I throw myself into the water almost
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
"Tide Pool Sunset" Modern Impressionist California Seascape
By Bryan Mark Taylor
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Tide Pool Sunset" is a colorful example of Bryan Mark Taylor's modern approach to Impressionism
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Georgian Contemporary Art by Ilia Balavadze - Blue Pool
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Ilia Balavadze is a Georgian artist born in 1968 who lives and works in Tbilisi
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Georgian Contemporary Art by Ilia Balavadze - Blue Pool
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Nature Mort (The Pool Toy Series)
By Vera Barnett
Located in Dallas, TX
signed "Vera A. S. Barnett" at lower right
Category
1990s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Georgian Contemporary Art by Ilia Balavadze - Blue Pool 2
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Springboard (Abstract Landscape of Swimmer
Swimming Pool by David Konigsberg)
By David Konigsberg
Located in Hudson, NY
Gestural figurative painting of abstracted landscape and swimmer with blue pool by David Konigsberg
Category
Early 2000s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Poolside" Woman in Vintage Purple Bathing Suit with Turquoise Pool Water
By T.S. Harris
Located in Edgartown, MA
"Poolside" Woman in Vintage Purple Bathing Suit with Turquoise Pool Water
In her paintings, Tracey
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pool, Abstract Art, Contemporary Art, Reflection Series of Water &Glass
By Ellen Hart
Located in Houston, TX
Pool
Pool is part of C. Ellen Hart’s Reflection Series. The works feature reflections found on
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Skinnydipper, Summer Landscape, Swimmer in Pool Bright Blue Water, Red, Green
By Sophie Treppendahl
Located in Kent, CT
painting depicts a peaceful backyard scene, a skinny-dipper enjoying a swim in a cerulean blue pool
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
That Summer Feeling Is Gonna Haunt You, Outdoor Landscape Swimmers in Pool
By Sophie Treppendahl
Located in Kent, CT
This horizontal landscape painting depicts a peaceful backyard scene with a swimmer luxuriating in
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Chamber - Greek Doric Temple
Lush Green Gardens with Reflecting Pool, Framed
By John Hrehov
Located in Chicago, IL
painting is framed in a simple white float frame measuring 17.75 x 15.25 inches.
John Hrehov
Chamber
oil
Category
2010s Surrealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
Dave the Swimmer, Figure Swimming, White Shorts Bright Blue Pool Striped Yellow
By David Konigsberg
Located in Kent, CT
A male figure floats in a bright blue swimming pool. Signed, dated and titled on verso.
David
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mythography 134
aerial view on man standing at the edge of pool with shadow
By Elizabeth Lennie
Located in Edgartown, MA
northern Ontario and the aqua waters of the Caribbean. I work with oil paint on canvas, layering thin
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Floating Leaves on Grid Pool, Beach House Art, Contemporary Pastel Pink Shape
Located in Barcelona, ES
.
Details:
Title: Floating Leaves on Grid Pool
Medium: Mixed Media on Watercolor Paper
Size: 100x70 cm
Year
Category
2010s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Archival Ink, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Archival Paper
"Poolside" a woman wearing a sun hat relaxes next to the pool on a summer day
By Elizabeth Lennie
Located in Edgartown, MA
northern Ontario and the aqua waters of the Caribbean. I work with oil paint on canvas, layering thin
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
"Poolside" portrait of a woman in a red suit and cap in a blue pool
By Elise Remender
Located in Edgartown, MA
Portrait of a woman in a red suit and cap in a blue pool .
“Since I was young, I have loved nature
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Still Life in Primary Colors, Naïf Architectural Landscape Pool in Red and Green
Located in Barcelona, ES
"Still Life in Primary Colors" is an abstract painting by Spanish artist Natalia Roman. It is a
Category
2010s Minimalist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Archival Ink, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Archival Paper
"Poolside 3" a woman cools off in the pool, lounging in swim suit and sun hat
By Elizabeth Lennie
Located in Edgartown, MA
northern Ontario and the aqua waters of the Caribbean. I work with oil paint on canvas, layering thin
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Poolside 2" woman with a beach hat sits on a towel by the pool, her back to us
By Elizabeth Lennie
Located in Edgartown, MA
northern Ontario and the aqua waters of the Caribbean. I work with oil paint on canvas, layering thin
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Contemporary Unique Blue Red Pool with Chairs Scene Four Chairs by Poolside
By Debbie Carfagno
Located in Miami, FL
This work is the study for Pool Chairs. It is different chairs and also brightly colored but
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Oil Pastel, Watercolor
The Combination
By Mark Kostabi
Located in Long Island City, NY
. This dynamic oil painting shows a figure leaning over a pool table, cue in hand, about to make the shot
Category
1980s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Indoor Swimming Pool" Oil painting of swimmer in orange cap
By T.S. Harris
Located in Edgartown, MA
In her paintings, Tracey Sylvester Harris presents a dazzling, iconic vision of the female
form
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Study for Michaela’s Pool" oil painting of a woman in the pool with sunglasses
By Elizabeth Lennie
Located in Edgartown, MA
northern Ontario and the aqua waters of the Caribbean. I work with oil paint on canvas, layering thin
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
oil painting "Pool 5", Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Karina Antonczak
Located in Yardley, PA
hope that my paintings will give pleasure, joy and a little thoughtfulness as well. :: Painting
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Palm Springs Pool IV, Oil Painting
By Mandy Main
Located in San Francisco, CA
, landscape, representational, modern , oil painting, orangePalm Springs Pool IVMandy Main
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pool Party - Modern Expressive, Figurative Oil Painting, Swimming Pool Scene
By Bartosz Kolata
Located in Salzburg, AT
Bartosz Kolata was born in Torun, Poland in 1979. In 2006 he graduated in Art Conservation and Restoration from Nicolas Copernicus University UMK, securing a Master of Art degree. He...
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Swimming Pool Large 1970
s Oil Painting
By Jean Wheeler
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Superb 1970's original oil painting on canvas, depicting this interior scene of a modern swimming
Category
Late 20th Century Pop Art Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vibrant Fall Colors at the Creek - Autumn Landscape in Oil on Canvas
Located in Soquel, CA
. Pool began painting as a career in the 1940s, after working as a recovery operator in a plant that
Category
Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pool Bather with Roses. Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting
By John Hopwood
Located in Brecon, Powys
Really intricate piece, oil on canvas.
Framed
Category
Early 2000s Pointillist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Oil Painting by William B Rowe "The Woodland Pool"
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by William B Rowe "The Woodland Pool" 1854 -1933 Provincial painter of a rural English
Category
1910s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Portrait of a Horse (Pool with Two Figures)" Oil Painting
By Shelli Langdale
Located in Denver, CO
Shelli Langdale's "Portrait of a Horse (Pool with Two Figures)" is an original, handmade oil
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Swimming pool fauvist seascape original oil on board painting
By Lluis Mercader
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
Unframed
Lluís Mercader (Barcelona, 1898 - 1959) was a Spanish painter. Trained in Paris and Munich, he exhibited individually at the Dalmau Galleries in Barcelona (1925) and coll...
Category
1950s Fauvist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
"Pool Chill" Abstract oil painting of a woman in a white swimsuit in a blue pool
By Carol Bennett
Located in Edgartown, MA
Abstract oil painting of a woman in a white swimsuit in a blue pool.
"I throw myself into the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil, Acrylic
When time stands Still - Contemporary Architecture Pool House Oil Painting
Located in DE
Lilly Muth's architectural paintings transport viewers on a visual journey to a different world
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Fishing the Pool Antique British Victorian Oil Painting River Landscape Signed
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Fishing the Pool
by Joseph Yarnold (British, 1857-1957)
signed lower front corner
oil painting on
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Mid Century Pool" Original Oil Painting 18 in x 18 in
Located in Boca Raton, FL
"Mid Century Pool" is all about life in Palm Springs, California during the nostalgic mid century
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Hang Time" Oil painting of feet floating in a blue pool
By Carol Bennett
Located in Edgartown, MA
Oil painting of feet floating in a blue pool.
"I throw myself into the water almost every day- it
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
VICTORIAN 19TH CENTURY ENGLISH OIL PAINTING - CATTLE DRINKING FROM WOODLAND POOL
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
: oil painting on canvas, framed
Size: painting: 16 x 24 inches, frame: 18.75 x 26.75 inches
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Chaise 20, Minimalist Pop Art painting, Figurative, Pool, Oil, Charcoal, Female
By Jeffrey Palladini
Located in Riverdale, NY
Chaise #20 by California artist Jeffrey Palladini is a minimalist figurative painting. It is Oil
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Charcoal, Oil, Wood Panel
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Pool Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact pool oil painting you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. You can easily find an example made in the Abstract style, while we also have 22 Abstract versions to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a pool oil painting may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add a pool oil painting to create new energy in an otherwise neutral space in your home, you can find a work on 1stDibs that features elements of blue, gray, beige, black and more. A pool oil painting from Carol Bennett, T.S. Harris, Samantha French, Elizabeth Lennie and Jeffrey Palladini — each of whom created distinctive versions of this kind of work — is worth considering. Artworks like these — often created in paint, oil paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home. A large pool oil painting can prove too dominant for some spaces — a smaller pool oil painting, measuring 5.52 high and 3 wide, may better suit your needs.
How Much is a Pool Oil Painting?
The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a pool oil painting in our inventory may begin at $233 and can go as high as $88,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,900.
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- 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. - 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.
- 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. - Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 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 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.
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