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By Russell Tyler
Located in New York, NY
Russell Tyler creates geometric paintings redolent of both the history of abstract painting and the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$3,200
3BF
By Russell Tyler
Located in New York, NY
“3BF” is a 72 by 60 inch oil painting. It has three distinct blocks of color in variations of blue
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$14,500
Untitled
By Victoria Kate Russell
Located in Greater Manchester, Cheshire
Nude. Oil on canvas painting by Victoria Kate Russell. (b.1962).
Dimensions: 78 inches x 36
Category
1990s Modern Paintings
Materials
Oil
LBP
By Russell Tyler
Located in New York, NY
“LBP” is an oil painting 24 by 18 inches in size made in Tyler’s new gestural style. It has a blue
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$3,500
RX5
By Russell Tyler
Located in New York, NY
“RX5” is an oil painting 60 by 54 inches in size made for Tyler’s current exhibition at Denny
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$11,500
TGPP
By Russell Tyler
Located in New York, NY
“TGPP” is an oil painting 60 by 54 inches in size made for Tyler’s current exhibition at Denny
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$11,500
LBEP
By Russell Tyler
Located in New York, NY
“LBEP” is an oil painting 60 by 54 inches in size made for Tyler’s current exhibition at Denny
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$11,500
LBEP
By Russell Tyler
Located in New York, NY
“LBEP” is an oil painting 60 by 54 inches in size made in Tyler’s new gestural style. It has a
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$11,500
LBBP
By Russell Tyler
Located in New York, NY
“LBBP” is an oil painting 32 by 28 inches in size made in Tyler’s new gestural style. It is mostly
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$5,500
GPBOW
By Russell Tyler
Located in New York, NY
Russell Tyler creates geometric paintings redolent of both the history of abstract painting and the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$9,000
Mountain Landscape, Springtime
By Russell Cowles
Located in Hudson, NY
Exhibited at the 1937 Corcoran Biennal Exhibition, Washington, DC. (label verso) and the American Federation of Art Traveling Exhibition, c.1938 (label verso).
Category
Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Wood Panel, Oil
Playful Jack Russell Terrier Asking Permission to Drop the Ducky in the Water
By Beth Carlson
Located in Charleston, US
spirited Jack Russell Terrier seeking permission to drop a rubber duck into the water. Known for infusing
Category
2010s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life of Clementine
s and Greek pot
By Terence Russell
Located in Ashford, Kent
Still Life of Clementine's and Greek pot a painting by Terence Russell, he paints in oils, using
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Naturalistic Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pears and Grapes
By Russell Cowles
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This attractive still life by Russell Cowles is an oil on canvas board measuring 12 x 16 inches
Category
20th Century American Modern Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Montreal
By John Wentworth Russell
Located in Vancouver, BC
oil on cradled panel, signed, dated and inscribed lower right "John Russell, Montreal, 1923"
Category
1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Boats in Harbour
By John Wentworth Russell
Located in Vancouver, BC
oil on board, signed lower right "John Russell"
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Anna on the Beach (Portrait of the Artist
s Wife)
By John Wentworth Russell
Located in Vancouver, BC
oil on board, signed lower right "John Russell"
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Affinity #311
By Lisa Gabrielle Russell
Located in San Francisco, CA
arrangements, Lisa Russell searches for underlying structures and internal harmonies. Objects worked from are
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Reciprocity #418
By Lisa Gabrielle Russell
Located in San Francisco, CA
Framed oil on panel painting.
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Navajo Skies
By G. Russell Case
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Southwestern scene, Western painting, contemporary landscape
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$17,000
Nevada Skies
By G. Russell Case
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Southwestern Landscape, Western painting, Desert Landscape, Contemporary Landscape
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Coalescence #425
By Lisa Gabrielle Russell
Located in San Francisco, CA
Framed oil on panel painting.
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel, Wood Panel
Homage to a Boar
By Patricia Warfield
Located in Stonington, CT
know an actual "bore"?
For many years Patricia Warfield was an instructor of Painting, Drawing, Print
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pemaquid Surf
By Donald Demers
Located in Stonington, CT
his last One-Man Marine Exhibition in 2014 at the J. Russell Jinishian Gallery, Don’s paintings have
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Spirit of America. Inter-tribal Opening Ceremony Pow-Wow
By Patricia Warfield
Located in Stonington, CT
instructor of Painting, Drawing, Print-Making and Ceramics at Art Studios including the Silvermine Guild of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tribal Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
A Winning Combination: "Ramon Allones" Corona Cigar and 1995 Race Horse- "Cigar"
By Patricia Warfield
Located in Stonington, CT
four large paintings.
Ms. Warfield was affiliated with Galleries including the J. Russell Jinishian
Category
1990s American Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sabbath At Sea
Located in Stonington, CT
their routines to come together on the Sabbath. In this dramatic painting, the captain leads the crew in
Category
1990s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Harbour Court, New York Yacht Club, Newport Rhode Island
By Christopher Blossom
Located in Stonington, CT
the J. Russell Jinishian Gallery.
Like a member of another famous American art family, the Wyeths
Category
Early 2000s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
They "Bearly" Escape Through France Outside Carcassone
By Patricia Warfield
Located in Stonington, CT
endure a long period of absolute physical misery andhumiliation.
The painting illustrates Jack and
Category
1990s American Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Green Ledge Light, Norwalk, Connecticut
By Christopher Blossom
Located in Stonington, CT
painting have led him to become regarded as one of the undisputed leaders of today’s generation of marine
Category
Early 2000s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Open Sea
By Christopher Blossom
Located in Stonington, CT
Painting water realistically is one of the hardest tasks for any artist. Painting water to look
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$38,000
Hen and Chicks in Basket, Realist Scene by Female Pennsylvania Painter
By Mary Russell Smith
Located in Doylestown, PA
, American painter, Mary Russell Smith. The painting is framed and signed en verso.
Mary Russell Smith was
Category
1850s American Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Original Seascape Seaside Sailing oil painting by Canadian Gyrth Russell
By Gyrth Russell
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: Gyrth Russell 91892-1970) Canadian / English
TITLE: "Coastal Scene With Sailing Boat
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Leo Russell Oil on Canvas Bizarre Series Painting
By Leo Russell
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Leo Russell "Bizarre" Series Painting from 1974. Leo Russell in the 1970s did a series of paintings
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Matthew Jay Russell, "Daydreaming", Misty Blue Seascape Sailboat Oil Painting
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
"Daydreaming" is a 60x36 oil painting on canvas by artist Matthew Jay Russell, featuring multiple
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Margot Russell (1913-1988) - 1962 Oil, Arles
By Margot Russell
Located in Corsham, GB
Signed, titled and dated verso. On canvas.
Category
Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Matthew Jay Russell, "Mystic Morning", Dreamy Dory Boat Seascape Oil Painting
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
"Mystic Morning" is a 48x30 oil painting on canvas by artist Matthew Jay Russell, featuring an
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Matthew Jay Russell, "Harvest Moon", Serene Black Seascape Boat Oil Painting
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
"Harvest Moon" is a 40x40 oil painting on canvas by artist Matthew Jay Russell, featuring an empty
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Whimsical Acrylic Oil Painting on Canvas by Andy Russell, 1991
By Andy Russell
Located in Buffalo, NY
Artist Andy Russell is widely recognized as a master in acrylic painting. He embarked on his
Category
1990s American Folk Art Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Matthew Jay Russell, "Dockside", 48x24 Single Red Dory Blue Water Oil Painting
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
"Dockside" is a 48x24 oil painting on canvas by artist Matthew Jay Russell, featuring a single dark
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Matthew Jay Russell, "Under the Moon", 48x36 Sailboat Blue Water Oil Painting
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
"Under the Moon" is a 48x36 oil painting on canvas by artist Matthew Jay Russell, featuring a
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Matthew Jay Russell, "Three Dories", 30x48 White Boat Blue Seascape Oil Painting
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
"Three Dories" is a 30x48 oil painting on canvas by artist Matthew Jay Russell, featuring three
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Matthew Jay Russell "In Between" 36x48 Misty Blue Seascape Sailboat Oil Painting
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
"In Between" is a 36x48 oil painting on canvas by artist Matthew Jay Russell, featuring multiple
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Matthew Jay Russell "Open Sea" 36x36 Misty Blue Seascape Sailboat Oil Painting
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
"Open Sea" is a 36x36 oil painting on canvas by artist Matthew Jay Russell, featuring multiple
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
K. Russell - 20th Century Oil, Landscape at River Dulnain
Located in Corsham, GB
Dulnain. The painting holds a second preparatory landscape by the artist on the reverse. Signed. On canvas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Matthew Jay Russell, "In a Row" 30x30 Dreamy Coastal Boat Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
"In a Row" is a 30x30 oil painting on canvas by artist Matthew Jay Russell, featuring a row of
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Monumental Oil Painting, Signed and Dated 1939 by Russell Dale Moffett
By Russell Dale Moffett
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This large mural oil painting is by the artist Russell Dale Moffett & dated 1939. This fantastic
Category
Vintage 1930s American Paintings
Signed Large Abstract Oil, Wax, and Shellac on Board Painting by Russell DeYoung
By Russell DeYoung
Located in Hudson, NY
Oil, latex, wax, and shellac on wood, 1999. Signed, titled, and dated by the artist on the back
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Latex, Wax
Robert Russell MacNee (1866-1952) - Scottish Oil, Tattie Gatherers, Invercannie
By Robert Russell Macnee
Located in Corsham, GB
A very fine signed oil painting by listed Scottish artist Robert Russell Macnee (1866-1952
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Robert Russell MacNee - 20th Century Signed Scottish Oil, Tattie Gatherers
By Robert Russell Macnee
Located in Corsham, GB
A very fine signed oil painting by the listed Scottish artist Robert Russell MacNee (1866-1952
Category
Early 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
“Men Hauling Logs” Antique American Barbizon Oil Painting by Frank Russell Green
By Frank Russell Green
Located in Shippensburg, PA
atmospheric tonalism and the translucent use of light make Green's paintings so compelling. The present work
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Barbizon School Paintings
Materials
Wood, Canvas, Paint
Robert Russell MacNee (1866-1952) - Signed Scottish Oil, Cottage with Chickens
By Robert Russell Macnee
Located in Corsham, GB
A very fine signed oil painting by listed Scottish artist Robert Russell MacNee (1866-1952), which
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Robert Russell MacNee - 20th Century Signed Scottish Oil, Cottage with Chickens
By Robert Russell Macnee
Located in Corsham, GB
A very fine signed early 20th century oil painting by listed Scottish artist Robert Russell MacNee
Category
Early 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Robert Russell MacNee (1866-1952) - Signed Scottish Oil, Horses in a Farmstead
By Robert Russell Macnee
Located in Corsham, GB
A very fine signed oil painting by listed Scottish artist Robert Russell MacNee (1866-1952
Category
Early 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Rake - Jack Russell Terrier, signed oil painting
By George Paice
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Rake
by George Paice (British 1854-1925)
signed and indistinctly dated (1920?)
oil painting on
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Original Oil on Canvas Dreamscape by Andy Russell, Buffalo, NY
By Andy Russell
Located in Buffalo, NY
of unique
architectural structures. Finger-painting in kindergarten was his first and last encounter
Category
Antique 1880s American Organic Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Glencoe Scotland, signed Scottish oil painting
By William Russell
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Rannoch Moor
by William Russell (British 20th century)
signed
oil painting on board, framed
framed
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
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An assortment of russell oil paintings is available on 1stDibs. Browse a selection of Contemporary, Impressionist or Post-Impressionist versions of these works for sale today — there are 61 Contemporary, 19 Impressionist, 15 Abstract, 14 Modern and 3 Post-Impressionist examples available. These items have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. You can search the russell oil paintings that we have for sale on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, gray, blue and black. Many versions of these artworks are appealing in their rich colors and composition, but Russell Frampton, Russell Tyler, Darshan Russell, Lisa Gabrielle Russell and Katherine Russell produced especially popular works that are worth a look. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in oil paint, paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.
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Russell oil paintings can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $3,400, while the lowest priced sells for $324 and the highest can go for as much as $40,000.
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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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Questions About Russell Oil Paintings
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024You can see Charles Russell paintings in many places. The C.M. Russell Museum in Great Falls, Montana, has more than 1,000 of his pieces in its collection. Russell's work is also held by many other institutions, such as the Amon Carter Museum of American Art in Fort Worth, Texas; the Denver Art Museum in Denver, Colorado; and the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston in Houston, Texas. Shop a selection of Charles Russell artwork on 1stDibs.
- 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. - 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 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.
- 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, 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.
- 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 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.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 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.
- 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. - 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.
- 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.
- 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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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.