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Czech Switzerland, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Attila Vencel
Located in Yardley, PA
role model. :: Painting :: Romanticism :: This piece comes with an official certificate of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Romantic Paintings
Materials
Oil
Notes To Oneself, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By William Oxer F.R.S.A.
Located in Yardley, PA
Oil on canvas :: Painting :: Romanticism :: This piece comes with an official certificate of
Category
2010s Romantic Paintings
Materials
Oil
red flowers II, Painting, Oil on Paper
By Federico Cortese
Located in Yardley, PA
from the series “Botany’s notebookâ€
Category
2010s Romantic Paintings
Materials
Oil
The gondola ride., Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
She went Venice on last October. She said, “I was fascinated by the history of gondola, how people used to travelâ€
Category
2010s Romantic Paintings
Materials
Oil
David Stirling, American Artist Oil Painting in Frame of Romantic Mountain Scene
By David Stirling
Located in Atlanta, GA
A romantic landscape oil painting by David Stirling, American artist (1887-1971). The soft light in
Category
20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
The Feminine Mystique, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By William Oxer F.R.S.A.
Located in Yardley, PA
including bespoke hand finished frame to suit approximately 40cm x 55cm. :: Painting :: Romanticism :: This
Category
2010s Romantic Paintings
Materials
Oil
French Neo-Romantic Surrealist Painting "Circus" by Kristians Tonny
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Kristians Tonny
(French, born Holland; 1907-1977)
Circus
Oil on prepared board, 16 1/2 x 13 inches
Category
1920s Surrealist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Into The Light
, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By William Oxer F.R.S.A.
Located in Yardley, PA
‘Into The Light’. Rublev and Michael Harding Oils on primed gessoed cotton canvas, hand made frame of the highest quality to suit, to Guild of Framers archival standard. 12â€
Category
2010s Romantic Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage Framed Modernist Romantic Leaves Falling Waterfall Landscape Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist landscape oil painting. Oil on canvas. Framed. Signed verso.
Category
1950s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$636 Sale Price
20% Off
In Praise Of Solitude, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By William Oxer F.R.S.A.
Located in Yardley, PA
Oil on canvas, approximately 16â€
Category
2010s Romantic Paintings
Materials
Oil
Blue Rose l, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Khrystyna Kozyuk
Located in Yardley, PA
It is an ORIGINAL painting not a print or reproduction or mass produced art! I personally pack my
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Romantic Paintings
Materials
Oil
Romantic Stroll - Landscape Painting Blue White Green Yellow Brown
By Krasimira Mihailova
Located in Sofia, BG
"Romantic Stroll" is an impressionist painting by Maestro Krassimira Mihaylova.
About the artwork
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Champagne on deck, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
and along the horizon. - palette knife. :: Painting :: Romanticism :: This piece comes with an
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Romantic Paintings
Materials
Oil
My sister and me, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Federico Cortese
Located in Yardley, PA
From the series “Family portraitsâ€
Category
2010s Romantic Paintings
Materials
Oil
Xin in Michelangelo mood, Painting, Oil on Paper
By Federico Cortese
Located in Yardley, PA
from the series “Sistine moodâ€
Category
2010s Romantic Paintings
Materials
Oil
Romantic gift
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this painting, I've captured the serene whisper of a meadow at dawn, blending impressionism with
Category
2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Barnyard Scene, Original Oil Painting
By George William Horlor
Located in Naples, Florida
established himself as an artist. It was around this time that he began producing sporting paintings often set
Category
Late 19th Century Romantic Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
$6,120 Sale Price
20% Off
Continental School (19th Century European) [Moonlit River] Romantic Oil on Board
By Continental School
Located in Miami, FL
CONTINENTAL SCHOOL (19TH CENTURY EUROPEAN) – [MOONLIT RIVER]
⚜ Oil on Board ⚜ 19th Century
Category
19th Century Folk Art Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
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$2,660 Sale Price
30% Off
A Romantic Recital
By Vittorio Reggianini
Located in Belgravia, London, London
Oil on canvas
Canvas size: 27.5 x 19.5 inches
Framed size: 33.75 x 26 inches
Signed upper left
Category
19th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Offering oil on canvas painting young woman
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
)
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 100 × 80 cm (39.4 × 31.5 in)
Support / Mounting: Relined canvas
Category
1960s Romantic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Georg HÖHN german romantic painter landscape snow large painting 19th
Located in PARIS, FR
Georg HÖHN Neustrelitz, 1812 – Dessau, 1879
Oil on canvas 67 x 97 cm (89 x 120 cm with the frame
Category
Mid-19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$3,322 Sale Price
20% Off
Love lyrics,
a romantic Italian genre painting by Antonio Paoletti
By Antonio Ermolao Paoletti
Located in London, GB
'Love lyrics,' a romantic Italian genre painting by Antonio Paoletti
Italian, Late 19th Century
Category
Late 19th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Sunset Oil on Hardboard Framed Impressionist Sailing Boat Romantic Yellow Blue
Located in Neuss, NW
. Monogrammed oil on hardboard from the late 19th century. Glued on a white-painted wooden plate in an ash wood
Category
Antique Late 19th Century German Romantic Paintings
Materials
Ash
Large American Romantic Surrealism Oil Painting by Francis W. Cowell, circa 1949
Located in Buffalo, NY
Large surrealist outsider oil painting executed by Francis W Cowell, circa 1949. Titled "THE
Category
Mid-20th Century American Outsider Art Paintings
Materials
Canvas
"Detriment of Romance" - Contemporary Romantic Expressionist Figurative Artwork
Located in Carmel, CA
Rizaldy Celi Jr. (American, Filipino-Vietnamese, born 1983)
"Detriment of Romance" 2025
Oil Paint
Category
2010s Romantic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
‘The Freedom Of Dreamsâe Painting, Oil on Canvas
By William Oxer F.R.S.A.
Located in Yardley, PA
Oil on canvas framed to Guild of Framers Museum Standard. 10â€
Category
2010s Romantic Paintings
Materials
Oil
1857 Swedish Romantic Oil Seascape Sailing Fishing Boats Signed by Marcus Larson
Located in Stockholm, SE
This seascape oil painting was created in Paris in 1857 by the renowned Swedish master Simeon
Category
Mid-19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Oil
20th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Romantic Painting Walk in the park, 1920s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Great Italian painting from the first half of the 20th century. Oil on canvas framework with
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
$5,221 Sale Price
20% Off
Mountain landscape, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Attila Vencel
Located in Yardley, PA
the surface that we see. It is beautiful to behold and hard to capture the 'moment'. :: Painting
Category
2010s Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Gibraltar, Landscape Painting, 19th Century Marine Oil Painting on Canvas
By Laurits Bernhard Holst
Located in Stockholm, SE
This atmospheric marine painting, Twilight in Gibraltar, is a characteristic work by the Danish
Category
Late 19th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
WAAGEN German Romantic Landscape Tegern Lake Montains Bavaria Mid 19th
Located in PARIS, FR
Oil on panel
Signed and dated lower left "A. Waagen. 1857"
Located on the reverse "Gegend am Tegern
Category
1850s Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Jan KOBELL Romantic Landscape ruins mountains river Dutch 19th
Located in PARIS, FR
Jan KOBELL the elder
Delfshaven (Rotterdam), 1756 – 1833
Landscape with ruins, bridge and river
Oil
Category
Early 19th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Chichio Female Study Oil on Hardboard Romantic Framed 1 928 Light Blue
Located in Neuss, NW
Chichio Female Study, Oil on wooden Plate. Painting from 1928. Provided with a wooden frame on the
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Romantic Paintings
Materials
Wood
Golden Light on Shepherd and Flock, Romantic 19th century
By John Linnell (b.1792)
Located in Hillsborough, NC
light. This painting certainly exemplifies light. This is an oil on canvas, signed J. Linnell lower
Category
Mid-19th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$8,720 Sale Price
20% Off
Cousin Lydia
s Last Dream Ride - romantic, narrative, figurative oil on canvas
Located in Bloomfield, ON
the main painting creating a segmented panel. Known for her richly detailed, romantic work, Warkov’s
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
boy with flowers in the hair, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Federico Cortese
Located in Yardley, PA
From the series “Imaginary portraitsâ€
Category
2010s Romantic Paintings
Materials
Oil
Romantic French Shepherdess 19th Century Landscape Painting by Jean Beauduin
By Jean Beauduin
Located in Rochester, NY
French shepherdess at twilight by Jean Beauduin (1851-1916). Oil on canvas mounted on board
Category
19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Panel
Residue Of Yesterday, Daniel Ludwig, Nude Painting, Original Oil Painting
By Daniel Ludwig
Located in Deddington, GB
Daniel Ludwig.
Residue of Yesterday- this work of art is an original oil painting on linen.
Size
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Romantic Nude Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Antique oil Painting, atmospheric Seascape. 19th Century. Oil on canvas.
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique oil painting, atmospheric seascape. 19th century.
Oil on canvas. Unsigned.
Dimensions
Category
19th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$5,221 Sale Price
20% Off
Landscape with Stream, 19th Century Romantic Oil on Canvas, Signed, 19th Century
Located in Stockholm, SE
Arvid Mauritz Lindström (1849–1923), a Fall Landscape
The painting presents a vast autumn landscape
Category
Late 19th Century Naturalistic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Digital Lavender romantic sunsetfg
Located in Vienna, AT
silence speaks and the soul listens.
70x100x4.5
Oil on canvas
2022
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
Pair of Romantic Bavarian Paintings by Karl Adolf Wilhelm Chelius - 1889
Located in Roma, IT
Pair of romantic Bavarian paintings is an old master artwork realized in 1889 by the master Karl
Category
1880s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Seine (The Self Romantic)
By Ajegbomogun Damilola
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
painting, and at the same time, Making research and investigation for an answer, creating works that bring
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
SERRA AUQUE Portrait spanish girl romantic painter costume 19th
By Enrique Serra y Auque
Located in PARIS, FR
Enrique SERRA AUQUE Barcelona, 1859 - Rome, 1918 Oil on canvas Signed and dated lower left “ENRIQUE
Category
Late 19th Century Romantic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mother and Child oil on canvas painting
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
Author: Rosendo González Carbonell
Title: Mother and Child
Technique: Oil on canvas
Style
Category
1960s Romantic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$712 Sale Price
40% Off
Salon Painting pittoresque French Romantic BARMONT mid 19th view town Germany
Located in PARIS, FR
Honoré BARMONT Paris, 1810 – Paris, 1851 Oil on canvas 36 x 25 cm (48 x 38 cm with the frame
Category
1840s French School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Romantic Portraits, Herman Richir, Brussels 1866 – 1942, Belgian Painter
Located in Knokke, BE
Romantic Portraits
Richir Herman
Brussels 1866 – 1942
Belgian Painter
Signature: Attributed to
Category
20th Century Romantic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Superb French Louis XV Period 1790s era Trumeau Mirror with Oil Painting
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
XV curves. The upper panel is adorned with a romantic oil painting depicting a finely dressed couple
Category
Antique 1790s French Louis XV Trumeau Mirrors
Materials
Walnut
$2,796 Sale Price
20% Off
Waiting for the memories to come, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Danko Merin
Located in Yardley, PA
work of art is painted in the oil technique, with the application of relief details and acrylics. This
Category
2010s Romantic Paintings
Materials
Oil
Waiting for the memories to come, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Danko Merin
Located in Yardley, PA
work of art is painted in the oil technique, with the application of relief details and acrylics. This
Category
2010s Romantic Paintings
Materials
Oil
Romantic Light 18th Century Dutch Oil Pastoral Scene Bergers Cattle by River
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Pastoral Landscape
Dutch painter, 18th century
oil on canvas, framed in antique frame
framed: 22 x
Category
18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Goyesque man oil on canvas painting portrait
By Jose Puyet
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
José Puyet Padilla (1922-2004) - Goyesque man - Oil on canvas
Oil measures 100x79 cm.
Frameless
Category
1980s Romantic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Goyesque man oil on canvas painting portrait
By Jose Puyet
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
José Puyet Padilla (1922-2004) - Goyesque man - Oil on canvas
Oil measures 100x80 cm.
Frameless
Category
1980s Romantic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,068 Sale Price
50% Off
Romantic English River Landscape with Angler at Sunset early 19th Century Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Fishing at Sunset
English School, early 19th century
circle of Sebastian Pether (1793-1844)
oil on
Category
Early 19th Century English School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,369 Sale Price
20% Off
Sheltering from the storm / - Romantic landscape illuminated by lightning bolt -
By George Morland
Located in Berlin, DE
George Morland (1763 London - 1804 Brighton). Sheltering from the Storm. Oil on canvas, relined
Category
1790s Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Homenaje a Waterhouse" Romantic scene in the Pre-Raphaelite style. Oil on panel
Located in Segovia, ES
"Homenaje a Waterhouse" (Homage to Waterhouse). Oil on panel. 2000-2010.
Dimensions: 146.5 x 97.5 x
Category
Early 2000s Pre-Raphaelite Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"The green tree" Sheila Querre. Green monumental landscape. Romantic style
By Sheila Querre
Located in Segovia, ES
"The green tree, monumental landscape" in Romantic style by English artist Sheila Querre.
Dimension
Category
1980s Romantic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
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The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a romantic oil painting in our inventory may begin at $271 and can go as high as $350,047, while the average can fetch as much as $3,699.
Questions About Romantic 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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Bronze Pharaoh Sculptures
Bronze Quail
Bronze Race Horse
Bronze Samurai Warriors