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John Haskins (b.1938) - Framed 20th Century Oil, Summer Rain, Hertfordshire
By John Haskins
Located in Corsham, GB
An original oil painting by the British artist John Haskins (b.1938). Entitled 'Summer Rain
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Rain Puddles, Hudson River (Modern Fauvist Style Abstracted Landscape Painting)
By Dan Rupe
Located in Hudson, NY
Contemporary, fauvist style abstract landscape on Hudson River
Oil on linen in dark wood frame
22
Category
2010s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
A Summer Rain
By Pauline Ziegen
Located in Santa Fe, NM
24 x 24" oil, gold leaf on panel
Pauline Ziegen’s earliest landscape paintings were painted
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
Through the Rain
By Matt Flint
Located in Bozeman, MT
around him. Now he spends time with his family, painting, and exploring the rugged Wind River Mountains
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Oil, Panel
Rain Line by Julie Houck, Framed Post-Impressionist Landscape Painting
By Julie Houck
Located in Atlanta, GA
'Rain Line' is a small framed Post-Impressionist landscape painting created by American artist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Contemporary Landscape Painting
Spring Rain
a Spanish artist Miguel Peidro
By Miguel Peidro
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
A stunning contemporary landscape painting by Miguel Peidro.
Peidro has an empathy to nature
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Norman J. Battershill RBA ROI PS (1922-2010) - 1979 Oil, Rain
Located in Corsham, GB
A moody and atmospheric landscape in oil, showing a country road under grey skies. The artist has
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Hill after the Rain
By Vahe Yeremyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan
Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind
Medium: Oil on
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Dating in the rain
Located in Zofingen, AG
A young man hurries after a beautiful young woman, wanting to meet her, despite the rain and bad
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Rain at the Flatiron
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
This painting depicts an impressionistic scene of New York City at night in the rain by the
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Waiting For The Rain
Located in Deddington, GB
Waiting For The Rain by Louisa Longstaff-Scales [2021]
original
oil on cradled panel
Image size: H
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
After a Spring Rain
By Jane Schmidt
Located in Westport, CT
SCHMIDT
Jane Schmidt is a landscape painter. She received her Master of Fine Arts in Painting from
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
After the Summer Rain
By Le Thanh Son
Located in Rye, NY
and North America. He has received numerous honors and awards and his paintings are held in public and
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
After the Rain, beach art, seascape art, original painting, landscape art
Located in Deddington, GB
before giving it up in 2015 to focus on painting and the family."
After the Rain, Sanna [2022]
original
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
After the Summer Rain
By Le Thanh Son
Located in Rye, NY
and North America. He has received numerous honors and awards and his paintings are held in public and
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
City After the Rain
Located in Zofingen, AG
intense emotion. Here, symbolic elements hint at the urban hustle, now quieted by rain's cleansing
Category
2010s Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Wrong About the Rain: Abstract Expressionist Painting by Hue Thi Hoffmaster
Located in Hudson, NY
Abstract Expressionist painting featuring energized strokes of oil paint in bold hues of red
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
When the Rain Came
By Victoria Veedell
Located in Napa, CA
natural world in her softly glowing landscape paintings. Inspired by her travels throughout Iceland
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Rain Table, Grey Interior Painting Botanical Still Life, Lake Landscape, Fruits
By Melanie Parke
Located in Kent, CT
painting is a pleasure seeking process, the artist arranges the pictorial space intuitively, in broad and
Category
2010s Contemporary Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Paris after the Rain - Impressionist Oil, Figures in Cityscape by Edouard Cortes
By Édouard Leon Cortès
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
A wonderful oil on original canvas circa 1930 by sought after French impressionist painter Edouard
Category
1930s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Zhilin Zheng Impressionist Original Oil On Canvas "Raining Bamboo Grove 3"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Raining Bamboo Grove 3
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 23.5 x 23.5 inches
Frame: Framing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Rained Out Birthday Party
By Stevan Dohanos
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Cover of The Saturday Evening Post, May 22, 1954
Category
1950s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Become Rain and Distance
By Pauline Ziegen
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Pauline Ziegen
oil, gold leaf, mixed media on panel
blue pink white gold
Pauline Ziegen’s earliest
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
The Rain Makes Still
By Pauline Ziegen
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Pauline Ziegen
oil, gold leaf, mixed media on panel
coral, pink, white gold, teal, aqua, rust, blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
A Raining Day In Italy
By Alina Khrapchynska
Located in Sofia, BG
"A Raining Day In Italy" is an impressionist painting, oil on canvas by Maestro Alina Khrapchynska
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Morning Rain" Le Thanh Son Oil on Canvas Landscape Purple Green Yellow Red
By Le Thanh Son
Located in Rye, NY
Cinematography in 1986 and is a member of the Vietnamese Fine Art Association. This is a beautiful oil on canvas
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Snow Turning to Rain 3
By Willy Bo Richardson
Located in New York, NY
Oil on aluminum panel
This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located in New York City.
Willy Bo
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Snow Turning to Rain 5
By Willy Bo Richardson
Located in New York, NY
Oil on aluminum panel
This artwork is offered by ClampArt, located in New York City.
Willy Bo
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
And I Love the Rain
By Pauline Ziegen
Located in Santa Fe, NM
12 x 12" oil, aluminum leaf on panel
Pauline Ziegen’s earliest landscape paintings were painted
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Rain Moving Along the Marsh
By Ken Elliott
Located in Westport, CT
Oil on Canvas, Sides Painted Neutral Gray. Ready To Hang.
ARTIST STATEMENT
“My involvement in the
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
City After the Rain 2
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this energetic creation, I've blended acrylics and oils to capture the vivid aftermath of rain
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic, Canvas
Capturing the Sound of Rain
By Pauline Ziegen
Located in Santa Fe, NM
44 x 42" oil, gold leaf on panel
Pauline Ziegen’s earliest landscape paintings were painted
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
New York Rain Painting of Manhattan Street by British Urban Landscape Artist UK
By Angela Wakefield
Located in Preston, GB
'New York Rain II' Painting of Manhattan by British Urban Landscape Artist. This New York street
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Acrylic, Linen, Oil
After the Rain an impressionist oil by Victor Mirabelli
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Mirabelli that our gallery has the pleasure to represent.
The painting is titled "After the Rain" and is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Spring Rain (abstract expressionist landscape)
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
Beautiful abstract landscape by American artist, Judith Ingram (1926-2012). Spring Rain, ca. 1967
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
The Gathering After the Rain
By Heather Barron
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Breath of Fresh Air, oil on panel, 48 x 36 inches, $6,000
Having grown up in England, Heather
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Seaside Village, After the Rain
By Tim McGuire
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Los Angeles for 10 years, McGuire moved to Florence, Italy where he studied painting. McGuires work
Category
2010s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Shiffman Twins" Diptych
By Rainer Gross
Located in Surfside, FL
., Montreal.
Ihor Holubizky. "The Look of Art. The Paintings of Rainer Gross." March 1989.
Frankfurter
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Mixed Media
I Think I have got it in my Rain Coat I Abstract Seascape Painting
By Garry Raymond-Pereira
Located in London, Chelsea
The original oil painting I Think I have got it in my Rain Coat III by Garry R Pereira is part 3
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Smell of Rain, Square Abstract Painting with Blue, Pink, Yellow Ochre, Black
By Janna Watson
Located in Kent, CT
The Smell of Rain is a square multicolored abstract painting set against a dark midnight blue and
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Archival Ink, Acrylic, Gouache, Wood Panel
Figures in a market in the rain - French Impressionist Oil by Frank Myers Boggs
By Frank Myers Boggs
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
A lovely oil on board by French Impressionist painter Frank Myers Boggs depicting people visiting a
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Rare Heavy Rain Causes Ocotillo Bloom, Big Bend, Texas
By Jim Stoker
Located in Dallas, TX
Texas artist Jim Stoker began developing his confetti-splatter technique of painting in 2000 to
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
It Is Summer Warm Rain At Sunset
Located in Zofingen, AG
An evening cityscape with a beautiful sky and rain creates an immersive effect. The painting evokes
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Rain Has Fallen All the Day
By Pauline Ziegen
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Pauline Ziegen
oil, gold leaf, mixed media on panel
blue green white gold
Pauline Ziegen’s
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
Rain
Marlene Dietrich Portrait by Lillian Cotton Oil on Canvas
By Lillian Cotton
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful oil on canvas by Lillian Cotten of Marlena Dietrich signed lower left old label is from
Category
Vintage 1930s American Hollywood Regency Paintings
Flowers In The Rain - Still Life Painting Green Brown Blue Yellow White Pink
By Olga Kashshay
Located in Sofia, BG
"Flowers In The Rain" is an impressionist painting, oil on canvas by Maestro Olga Kashshay .
About
Category
2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ocotillo After the Rain, Big Bend Area
By Jim Stoker
Located in Dallas, TX
Texas artist Jim Stoker has developed his Confetti/Splatter technique of painting over the past 15
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
1940
s/50
s FRENCH SIGNED OIL - PARIS IN THE RAIN - BUSY SCENE AT DUSK WITH CARS
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
"Paris"
French School, signed indistinctly lower left
oil painting on board, framed
painting: 22cm
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Rain Walker" Contemporary Impressionist Scene of San Francisco
By Pil Ho Lee
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Rain Walker" is a dynamic oil that captures the energy and movement of a richly glistening street
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"I Cold Watch Rain All Day"
By John Schieffer
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
his artistic abilities, although it was not an outlet for a serious painting career.
John moved on to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
RAIN - large scale contemporary abstract mixed media artwork
By Laura Letchinger
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extra large scale abstract painting with an urban industrial, minimalist, street or pop art edge
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Ink, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Rain in Amsterdam- 21st Century Contemporary Dutch Cityscape Oilpainting
By Richard van Mensvoort
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
This painting is painted by Dutch artist Richard van Mensvoort (1972)
Already as a child, was
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Rain on the water - Dreamy light blue abstract water landscape
By Jennifer L. Baker
Located in Silverthorne, CO
"Rain on water" is an ethereal and dreamy atmospheric abstract landscape depicting water and the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Swiss Contemporary Art by Olivier Furter - After the Rain III
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on linen canvas - Framed 64.3 x 64.3 x 3.4 cm
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Oil
Martin Grelle, "Welcome Rain" , Western CA Cowboy Artist of America
By Martin Grelle
Located in San Antonio, TX
Martin Grelle
(Born 1954)
Clifton Texas Artist
Image Size: 9 x 12
Frame Size: 16 x 19
Medium: Oil
Category
1990s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Heavenly ocean" whales in the sky, seascape, sky, clouds, storm, rain
Located in Zofingen, AG
Original painting by Lesia Danilina. Oil on canvas.
Oil painting on canvas "Heavenly ocean" about
Category
2010s Surrealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Cass Arkansas After A Rain" Circa Late 1920s Dallas/Arkansas/Colorado Artist
By Olin Travis
Located in San Antonio, TX
: Oil on Canvas Late 1920s "Cass Arkansas After a Rain"
Biography
Olin Travis (1888-1975)
Travis
Category
1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
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You are likely to find exactly the rain oil painting you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Find Impressionist versions now, or shop for Impressionist creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. If you’re looking for a rain 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. Adding a rain oil painting to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — find a piece on 1stDibs that incorporates elements of gray, black, brown, beige and more. Creating a rain oil painting has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Pauline Ziegen, Paul Manes, Michael Steinbrick, Angela Wakefield and Chin H Shin are consistently popular. 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 Rain Oil Painting?
A rain oil painting can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $3,801, while the lowest priced sells for $350 and the highest can go for as much as $280,000.
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When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.
Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs.
Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.
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- 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.
- 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.
- 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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The Real World Portraitist of “The Gilded Age,” Season Three
Only the best painter could suit the calculatedly extravagant Bertha Russell.
See Kent Monkman’s Magical Realist Take on Frontier History
With a solo show at the Denver Art Museum and a commission from the Met, the Cree Canadian painter has become an international sensation.
Yale’s Trove of British Art Is Back on View in a Refreshed Louis Kahn Building
After a two-year closure, they Yale Center for British Art opens its doors again, with all sorts of changes to its building and programming.
At 89, Artist Lucio Pozzi Is Reaching New Career Heights
The Italian-American’s 2020 abstract painting “The Hoe” personifies his “art of not knowing.”
The 1stDibs Guide to Types of Abstract Art
Get to know the key movements and artists who have influenced visual culture for more than a century.
With a Show at MoMA, Marlon Mullen Paints Pictures That Are beyond Words
The nonspeaking California artist is having a moment, with vivacious paintings that play on art-magazine covers as well as more mysterious abstractions.
The Vibrant Beauty of Orphist Art Supersedes Its Perplexing Name
This kaleidoscopic early-modern art style has long deserved another look. Now, the Guggenheim museum is doing just that.