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COLLECTABLE SMALL 21X28CM ANTIQUE VICTORIAN OIL PAINTING OF A BEACH SCENE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
oil painting of a beach scene in a small giltwood frame
It on a period Winsor & Newton canvas and is
Category
Antique 1880s European High Victorian Paintings
Materials
Giltwood
SUBLIME ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN OIL PAINTING OF A YOUNG BOY (FISHERMAN) PLAYING A PIPE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original circa 1880 oil
Category
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
EXQUISITE 1894 SiGNED
DATED OIL ON CANVAS IN ORIGINAL FRAME OF FARM COTTAGE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
and dated scenery painting of a farm cottage with a young girl in oil on Winsor & Newton stamped
Category
Antique 1890s European Late Victorian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
"Royal Donut, " Oil Painting
By Samantha Buller
Located in Denver, CO
Samantha Buller's (US based) "Royal Donut" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Royal Seven, Oil Painting
By Nicole Lamothe
Located in San Francisco, CA
, representational, oil painting, blueRoyal SevenNicole LamotheOil painting on paper
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Princess Royal", Contemporary, Abstract, Oil Painting, Canvas
By Brian Smith
Located in St. Louis, MO
, Washington D.C., and Dallas, TX
Husch Blackwell, Denver, CO
"Princess Royal", Contemporary, Abstract, Oil
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mary Queen of Scots - 19th Century Royal Academy Oil Painting Royal Portrait
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
of 1857.
Between 1838 and 1879 Henry O’Neil exhibited 94 paintings at the Royal Academy, 34 at the
Category
1860s Pre-Raphaelite Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Half Afraid - 19th Century Royal Academy Oil Painting 1894
By George Hillyard Swinstead
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
the Royal Academy in 1894. The painting is signed by the artist and hangs in a superb quality newly
Category
1890s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil Painting by Hugh Church "The Humblest Royal Residence"
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by Hugh Church "The Humblest Royal Residence in England, the Cottage at Kew Garden
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Falling Leaves - Large Edwardian Royal Academy Oil Painting 1906
By Edgar Barclay
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
frame.
As with all of the original antique oil paintings we sell it is offered in excellent condition
Category
Early 1800s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Indian Landscape with Royal Caravan - Oil Painting - 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Indian Landscape with Royal Caravan is an artwork realized by an orientalist painter in the mid
Category
19th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Girl with Oranges - 19th Century Royal Academy Oil Painting 1863
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
Covent Garden – was the first painting by Tayler, then aged 21, to be exhibited at the Royal Academy. It
Category
1860s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Storyteller. Humorous Early Victorian Original Oil Painting. Royal Academy.
By William Collins (b.1788)
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
This original oil painting by William Collins, dated 1843, is presented and supplied in a mid 20th
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Untitled (Bunny on Royal Yellow) Oil Painting on Wood Panel
By Hunt Slonem
Located in New York, NY
wonderful antique frame. Inspired by nature and a genuine love for animals, Slonem's paintings encompass
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Untitled (Bunny on Royal Yellow) Oil Painting on Wood Panel
By Hunt Slonem
Located in New York, NY
gestural figure of a black bunny on a royal yellow background with thick use of paint. It is housed in a
Category
2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Mount Snowdon - 19th Century Royal Academy Welsh Mountain Oil Painting Landscape
By Edward Charles Williams
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
signed by the artist and dated 1863. The following year the painting was exhibited at the Royal Academy
Category
1860s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Rye Harbour - British Impressionist oil painting by President of Royal Academy
Located in London, GB
and inscribed on a fragmented label on the frame
Oil on canvas board
30.5 by 40.5 cm., 12 by 16 in
Category
Early 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Large 19th Century Royal Academy English Summer Harvest Landscape Oil Painting
By James Thomas Linnell
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
.
Between 1850 and 1888 James Linnell exhibited 38 paintings at the Royal Academy. His style and subject
Category
1870s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Animal Painting Dog Oil Royal College Art Artist Modern Bedlington Terrier
By Margaret Thomas
Located in Norfolk, GB
. In 1943 she exhibited her first oil painting at the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition in London. She
Category
1940s Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Jackie O (Bunny on Royal Yellow) Oil Painting on Wood Panel
By Hunt Slonem
Located in New York, NY
wonderful antique frame. Inspired by nature and a genuine love for animals, Slonem's paintings encompass
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Rosalind
Celia, As You Like It - 19thC Oil Painting Shakespeare Royal Academy
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
. It was in this year that the painting was exhibited at the Royal Academy in London where O’Neil
Category
1850s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Le Vie in Chateau - cityscape landscape royal wildlife oil painting contemporary
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
passions were growing, drawing and painting everything around him.
With His strong desire to make his dream
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Tombs of the Sultans - 19th Century Orientalist Oil Painting Royal Academy 1873
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
Gallery, and the Royal Society of British Artists. Today, oil paintings by Frank Dillon can be found in
Category
1870s English School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Morning Landscape - British 1800 Royal Academy Exh Old Master art oil painting
Located in Hagley, England
This charming British Old Master exhibited landscape oil painting is by noted artist John Rathbone
Category
1890s Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Llyn-y-Ddinas, North Wales - 19th Century Landscape Royal Academy Oil Painting
By Sidney Richard Percy
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
1864, this large fine 19th century oil painting was exhibited at the Royal Academy in London in that
Category
1860s English School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
View Over Strömparterren and the Royal Swedish Opera in Stockholm, Oil Painting
Located in Stockholm, SE
studied at Althin's painting school in Stockholm 1908-1909 and 1910-1913 at the Royal Academy of Arts
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
Children of the New Forest - Large Royal Academy Oil Painting 1901 Exhibition
By Edgar Barclay
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
in winter woodland, this very large painting is signed by the artist and was exhibited at the Royal
Category
Late 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
River Thames near Windsor - 19th Century Landscape Oil Painting of Royal Castle
By Edward H. Niemann
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
frame.
As with all of the original antique oil paintings we sell it is offered in excellent condition
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Ronald Morton ESQ Portrait - British 60
s art oil painting Royal Academy artist
By Christopher Sanders
Located in Hagley, England
An original circa 1960 oil on canvas painting by Royal Academy artist Christopher Sanders. A fine
Category
1960s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Jackie O - Yellow (Bunny on Royal Yellow) Oil Painting on Wood Panel
By Hunt Slonem
Located in New York, NY
gestural figure of a black bunny on a royal yellow background with thick use of paint. It is housed in a
Category
2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Hal" (Black Bunny on Royal Yellow Background) Oil Painting on Wood Panel
By Hunt Slonem
Located in New York, NY
gestural figure of a black bunny on a royal yellow background with thick use of paint. It is housed in a
Category
2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Jacqueline" (Black Outlined Bunny on Royal Yellow) Oil Painting on Wood Panel
By Hunt Slonem
Located in New York, NY
gestural figure of a black bunny on a royal yellow background with thick use of paint. It is housed in a
Category
2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
View of the Royal Palace on the Bosphorus - Oil Painting Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
View of the Royal Palace on the Bosphorus is an interesting original oil painting on zinc, realized
Category
Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Le Pont Royal - 1930
s French Post-Impressionist Seine Paris City Oil Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful 1930's French post-impressionist oil on canvas depicting the Pont Royal bridge on the
Category
1930s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Setting the Royals - Very Large Marine Oil Painting - Tall Sailing Ship at Sea
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
'.
Medium: oil painting on canvas, framed, signed.
Size: frame: 31.75 x 42.75 inches
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Impasto Oil Painting of Connemara Ireland by UK Royal British Artist Alan Cotton
By Alan Cotton
Located in Preston, GB
Impasto Oil Painting by Royal British Artist Alan Cotton of Connemara, ‘The Road Round the Bay
Category
1980s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Gesso, Board
"My Royal Blue Heart" Pop Oil Painting on Wood with White Floater Frame
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
spoil yourself or someone you love, this stunning original oil painting brings style and grace to any
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
"Jackie O. 5" - (Black Bunny on Royal Yellow) Oil Painting on Wood Panel
By Hunt Slonem
Located in New York, NY
gestural figure of a black bunny on a royal yellow background with thick use of paint. It is housed in a
Category
2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Melo" Black Outlined Bunny on Royal Yellow Oil Painting on Wood Panel Framed
By Hunt Slonem
Located in New York, NY
gestural figure of a black bunny on a royal yellow background with thick use of paint. It is housed in a
Category
2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Summer Hill - V Large 19th Century Royal Academy Oil Painting of King Charles II
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
century oil on canvas depicts the royal court of King Charles II in the gardens of an English stately home
Category
1850s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Royal horsemen - Oil on canvas 41x30 cm
Located in Geneva, CH
Oil on canvas sold with frame
Total size with frame 40x50 cm
Signed
Artist unknown from the
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Old Adobe, Early 20th Century California Hills Landscape by Royal Frank Rollins
Located in Soquel, CA
Old Adobe, Early 20th Century California Hills Landscape by Royal Frank Rollins
Beautiful early
Category
Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"My Royal Heart" Red
Gold Pop Oil Painting on Wood with White Floater Frame
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
gift to spoil yourself or someone you love, this stunning original oil painting brings style and grace
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Glass, Mixed Media, Oil, Board
Waiting for Father, Scottish seaside circa 1900
Located in Hillsborough, NC
Watercolor, Royal Oil Painting Institute) with his work included in numerous exhibitions, represented in
Category
Late 19th Century Impressionist Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Canvas, Watercolor
Spring Landscape
, Paris, Modernist Oil, Danish Royal Academy, Charlottenborg
By Viggo Rorup
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
'Spring Landscape' by Viggo Rorup, 1966.
Paris, Modernist Oil, Danish Royal Academy, Charlottenborg
Category
1960s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Large French 18th Century Oil on Canvas Pastoral Scene,
Verdure
Aubusson Style
Located in Cotignac, FR
imposing and extremely decorative large scale oil painting of an idyllic pastoral scene. A group of herons
Category
Early 18th Century Rococo Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"The Royal Palms" - contemporary american impressionist painting, small scale
By Nelson H. White
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
A small scale, horizontally oriented oil painting on panel by American Impressionist Nelson
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Breton Woman
, Paris Salon, Royal Danish Academy, Impressionist oil, Brittany
By Julius Paulsen
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
theorist of Modernism.
Julius Paulsen attended Denmark's Royal Academy of Fine Arts, graduating in 1882
Category
1910s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Children on the Beach - Royal Society Artist, Seascape Shoreline Painting
By Sheila Macleod Robertson
Located in Preston, GB
chic vintage frame.
Sheila has exhibited at the Royal Institute of Oil Painters, the Royal Institute
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Paint
The Old Antiques Dealer
, Berlin Royal Academy, Thieme-Becker, Exhibited Oil
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
educator and exponent of plein-air painting, Wilhelm Wrage was first apprenticed to a painter in Hamburg
Category
1920s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Neo-Classical Ballerina
, Paris, Royal Danish Academy Oil, Student of Matisse
By Carl Christian Forup
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
dimensions: 57 x 2 x 50.5 Inches
A large and lyrical figural oil of a young ballet dancer seated backstage
Category
1910s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Le Pont Royal - Paris - 1874 - Impressionist Landscape Oil by Victor Vignon
By Victor Alfred Paul Vignon
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Signed and dated figures in a landscape oil on canvas by French impressionist painter Victor Alfred
Category
1870s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Saying Grace
, New York, Dusseldorf, Budapest Royal Academy, Genre Scene Oil
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Budapest's Royal Academy. Upon graduation, he spent several years studying Renaissance religious art in Italy
Category
1920s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
Seated Nude
, Paris, Salon d
Automne, Royal Danish Academy, Expressionist Oil
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
.
Robert Leepin first studied under Lauritz Tuxen and Viggo Johansen at Denmark's Royal Academy of Art
Category
1920s Post-Impressionist Nude Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Landscape Painting of the English Countryside by Leading Royal Institute Painter
By Trevor Chamberlain
Located in Preston, GB
Waterhall Farm Landscape Painting from British Royal Institute Painter. Born Hertford in 1933
Category
1960s Land Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Paint
A Village in Mid-Wales. Original Landscape Painting. Royal Worcester Apprentice.
By David Bates b.1840
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
This original oil painting by David Bates, dated 1895, is presented and supplied in a mid 20th
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Dog Painting “Rags an Old Jack Russell Terrier, ” Royal Academy 1903
Located in SANTA FE, NM
-1904)
Oil on Canvas
15 3/4 x 11 3/4 inches
Label on reverse from Royal Academy of Art exhibition in
Category
Early 1900s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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Royal Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate royal oil painting for your needs in our varied inventory. Find Contemporary versions now, or shop for Contemporary creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. If you’re looking for a royal 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 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right royal oil painting for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, gray, black and yellow. Creating a royal oil painting has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Hunt Slonem, Viggo Rorup, Alexis Kandra, Alan Cotton and Sara Dudman 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 oil paint, paint and fabric can add an especially memorable touch.
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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.
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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, 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. - 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, 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. - 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.
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Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
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