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Dynamic Red and Purple Abstract Dance Small Modern Oil Painting by Jean Soyer
By Jean Soyer
Located in Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
A striking abstract oil painting on canvas (13.8 x 10.6 inches) by contemporary artist Jean Soyer
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
SMALL RARE OIL PAINTING ANTIQUE BIRD STUDY 19th Century Fine Quality Piece GGF
Located in Ferndown, GB
SMALL RARE OIL PAINTING Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Piece GGF
OLD MASTER OIL PAINTING
Category
Late 19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Study, Wainscott Pond I" 2023 small scale oil painting in antiqued gold frame
By Terry Elkins
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
An impressionist-style oil on canvas painting. It depicts a close up of the Wainscott pond, in East
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Аlpine bells. Small impasto Oil Gift Art.
Located in Zofingen, AG
This original oil painting captures a serene landscape where majestic mountains meet a delicate
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Oil
"Friday Morning in Sag Harbor" Oil painting of small village Main Street, framed
By Amy Florence
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Friday Morning in Sag Harbor" is an oil painting of a small village from the vantage point of a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel, Wood Panel
A MAN READING IN HIS STUDY, oil painting, small, 14 K gold frame, French 19th C
By Isidore Alexandre Augustin Pils
Located in New York, NY
Isidore Pils
Paris 1813 – 1875 Douarnenez
Portrait of a Man in his Study
Oil on canvas
10 1/2 x
Category
Mid-19th Century French School Paintings
Materials
Oil
Schelpje Small Shell Still Life Oil Painting on Panel Dutch Realism In Stock
By Gerrit Wijngaarden
Located in Utrecht, NL
Schelpje Small Shell Still Life Oil Painting on Panel Dutch Realism In Stock
Gerrit Wijngaarden
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Colorful Mid-Century Folk Art Oil Painting by Martin Saldaña, "Small Nude", 1960
By Martin Saldana
Located in Denver, CO
"Small Nude" is a vibrant, semi-abstract oil painting by Mexican-American artist Martin Saldaña
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Lovers in the Rain" Small Impressionist Oil Painting of Figures by Eiffel Tower
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
This painting depicts an impressionistic Plein Air scene of a couple under an umbrella by the
Category
2010s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Quiet Post-tide Moment in a Small Village
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Quiet Post-tide Moment in a Small Village
By Fanch
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Belly Button" - Unique oil painting on small silver tray - realist style
By Anthony Ackrill
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
An oil painting of a belly button on an antique silver platter. The painting continues the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Calla Lilies, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Marlene Llanes
Located in Yardley, PA
decor, small art, affordable art, traditional oil painting, simple, realistic, nature, cozy, elegant
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Small Bouquets - 16x16" oil on board
By Lu Haskew
Located in Loveland, CO
Small Bouquets by Lu Haskew
Oil 16x16" image size
Still Life of spring flowers, pansies, daffodil
Category
Early 2000s American Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
Rip Tide, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Trixie Pitts
Located in Yardley, PA
"Rip Tide" is a strikingly rich small abstract expressionist oil painting on canvas by popular US
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Live" oil painting on copper, small child plays w bubbles floating into window
By Melissa Franklin Sanchez
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
A whimsical painting of a little girl blowing bubbles out the window into an idyllic Italian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Copper
Remez, Abstract Oil Painting
By Morgan Fite
Located in San Francisco, CA
, winter, ethereal, oilpaint, small, abstract, nature, oil painting, greenRemezMorgan
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
«Roses in a vase» Original oil painting. Small round canvas. Gift , home decor
Located in Oslo, NO
, confirmed by a certificate of authenticity. By purchasing paintings by Nadezda Stupina, you make a smart
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Contemplating Venus, Oil Painting
By Faye Vander Veer
Located in San Francisco, CA
, oilpaint, architecture, small, architecture, impressionism, oil painting, greyContemplating
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
“Morris’s lover9” Original nude painting. Small vertical .
Located in Oslo, NO
painting's framing, with its cracked texture, subtly mimics the organic imperfections of nature, reinforcing
Category
2010s Contemporary Nude Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Movie Night, Oil Painting
By Faye Vander Veer
Located in San Francisco, CA
, architecture, impressionism, oil painting, greyMovie NightFaye Vander VeerOil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Colourful Abstract Painting "Small Intuition 3"
By Tay Dall
Located in Cape Town, ZA
A colourful, unique and vivid small painting on canvas. Framing on request.
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Enamel
"White Hydrangeas" small scale oil painting of white flowers in clear vase
By Anne Harney
Located in Edgartown, MA
, shells, hills, trees, stones and water. My paintings create a path of self-discovery. Reassembling pieces
Category
2010s Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Pocket Persimmon Fruit by Dani Humberstone, Still life, Small Scale Oil Painting
Located in Deddington, GB
. Pocket Persimmon Fruit is an original oil painting by Dani Humberstone as part of her pocket fruit series.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Small Vintage Expressionist Rural Landscape, Original Oil Painting, Mid Century
Located in Bristol, GB
MID-CENTURY OIL ON BOARD PAINTING DEPICTING A COUNTRYSIDE SCENE
A loose and sketchy depiction of a
Category
20th Century British Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Series of Small Paintings in Graphite
Pencil
By George Dannatt
Located in Bournemouth, Dorset
George Dannatt (1915-2009)
Series of Small Paintings in Graphite &
Pencil
2009
Medium: Graphite
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Crayon, Pencil, Graphite
Small Framed Acrylic on Wood Still-Life Oil Painting, signed
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This miniature oil painting, titled Delft Pitcher is signed by the artist Alva Holcombe. The scene
Category
Late 20th Century American American Classical Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Small House on the Great Marsh contemporary landscape painting
By Katherine Kean
Located in Palm Desert, CA
"Small House on the Great Marsh" depicts a serene and
atmospheric landscape focused on a marsh
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Oil
Gathering Wildflowers - Dreamy small abstract floral painting
By Jennifer L. Baker
Located in Silverthorne, CO
, smaller paintings made for intimate moments. I have sold hundreds of Littles!
Signed and stamped on back
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Small Cafe By Bruno Paoli - Figurative Painting
Located in Carmel, CA
painting into his late 80s, devoting his canvases to his favorite subject matter: women.
Keywords
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Small town. Oil on canvas, 73x56 cm
Located in Riga, LV
in the painting class (1940-48). took part in exhibitions from 1964. Solo exhibition in Riga (1976
Category
Late 20th Century Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,670 Sale Price
20% Off
French Israeli Surrealist Judaica Jewish Oil Painting Rabbi at Table, Bottle
By Zvi Milshtein
Located in Surfside, FL
This is a small oil painting on on panel. A Rabbi at a Farbrengen
15.5 X 14.5 with frame.
6.5 X 5.5
Category
20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Cheesecake, Oil Painting
By Pat Doherty
Located in San Francisco, CA
, cuisine, modern , oil painting, greenCheesecakePat DohertyOil painting on cradled
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Plum Juicy Pocket Painting 2c, original painting, oil paint, still life, nature
By Dani Humberstone
Located in Deddington, GB
series featuring small scale realistic oil paintings, with a nod to baroque still life painting. The
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Ranunculus", floral, small horizontal, pink, white, flowers, oil
Located in Oslo, NO
. Painted from life in rich, buttery strokes of oil, the work celebrates the intricate structure and layered
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Panel
Antique early 20th century oil on canvas painting of small house
Located in Ebberup, DK
Atmospheric antique oil painting showing a small house and what appears to be the back door with
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Romantic Paintings
Materials
Paint
"Lemons"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
I have worked on a new series of small oil paintings. This is the one of them. This series is
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Oil
Antique Danish early 20th century landscape oil painting of small farm
Located in Ebberup, DK
Original antique Danish oil on canvas painting of a rural landscape portraying a small farm with
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Romantic Paintings
Materials
Paint, Wood
Small Periphery By Bruno Paoli - Figurative Painting
Located in Carmel, CA
painting into his late 80s, devoting his canvases to his favorite subject matter: women.
Keywords
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
$7,280 Sale Price
20% Off
Small harbor - Oil on canvas 60x73 cm
Located in Geneva, CH
Work on canvas
Not signed
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$480 Sale Price
20% Off
Small Abstracted Color Field Painting -- Matchsticks
By Michael Pauker
Located in Soquel, CA
Colorful abstracted color field painting of matchsticks by Bay Area artist Michael Pauker (American
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Color-Field Abstract Paintings
Materials
Glass, Plastic, Wood, Paper, Oil
$800 Sale Price
20% Off
"Ephemeral" Abstracted Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Westport, CT
This small original abstracted landscape oil painting by artist Bri Custer features a muted earth
Category
2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Crystal Surf I" small scale oil painting of teal blue waves with white sea foam
By Annie Wildey
Located in Edgartown, MA
The rhythm of the waves marks time, like the breath. Moment to moment, its intensity fluctuates like emotion. Thoughts linger and pass, like a veil of fog.
At the shore I am reminde...
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Green Refresh, Abstract Oil Painting
By Sarah Parsons
Located in San Francisco, CA
, small, oilpaint, abstract, oil paintingGreen RefreshSarah ParsonsOil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pathways: small abstract oil painting w/ circular sea green lines on ocean blue
By Paula Cahill
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
sometimes standing still, but never ending.
This painting is signed on the back. It comes complete with all
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Vinyl, Wood Panel
"White Peonies" small scale oil painting of white flowers in round clear vase
By Anne Harney
Located in Edgartown, MA
life-plants, shells, hills, trees, stones and water. My paintings create a path of self-discovery
Category
2010s Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vantage Point: small abstract oil painting w/ circular blue lines on green-blue
By Paula Cahill
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
never ending.
This painting is signed on the back. It comes complete with all necessary hardware and is
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Vinyl, Wood Panel
Sunny Morning. Landscape Paintings, small, nature, horizontal, impressionism
Located in Oslo, NO
The painting "Sunny Morning", made in oil on canvas measuring 40x30 cm, depicts a calm and sunny
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pomegranate Pinky Red Pocket Painting, oil paint, still life
By Dani Humberstone
Located in Deddington, GB
Humberstone as part of her Pocket Painting series featuring small scale realistic oil paintings, with a nod to
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Meditation 2 - Minimalist Abstract - Small Painting - Marc Zimmerman
By Marc Zimmerman
Located in Carmel, CA
Meditation 2 - Minimalist Abstract - Small Painting - Marc Zimmerman
This masterpiece is exhibited
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Meditation 1 - Minimalist Abstract - Small Painting - Marc Zimmerman
By Marc Zimmerman
Located in Carmel, CA
Meditation 1 - Minimalist Abstract - Small Painting - Marc Zimmerman
This masterpiece is exhibited
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Meditation 3 - Minimalist Abstract - Small Painting - Marc Zimmerman
By Marc Zimmerman
Located in Carmel, CA
Meditation 3 - Minimalist Abstract - Small Painting - Marc Zimmerman
This masterpiece is exhibited
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Small Oil on Canvas French Seascape Painting Fishing Boats and Calanques
Located in Birmingham, AL
A small oil on canvas French seascape painting, circa 1932s. This beautiful French seascape
Category
Vintage 1930s French Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Small city center. 2013. Cardboard, oil, 97x123 cm
By Alberts Paulins
Located in Riga, LV
Street view. 2013. Cardboard, oil, 97x123 cm
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
$2,563 Sale Price
20% Off
Meditation 7 - Minimalist Abstract - Small Painting - Marc Zimmerman
By Marc Zimmerman
Located in Carmel, CA
Meditation 7 - Minimalist Abstract - Small Painting - Marc Zimmerman A harmonious flow of form and
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$2,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique oil painting of small Scandinavian rural village mirrored in the lake
Located in Ebberup, DK
Antique Scandinavian oil on canvas painting of a rural village by the lake. The houses are arranged
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Romantic Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Owl Tawny, original painting, oil paint, still life, nature
By Dani Humberstone
Located in Deddington, GB
series featuring small scale realistic oil paintings, with a nod to baroque still life painting. The
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Meditation 6 - Minimalist Abstract - Small Painting - Marc Zimmerman
By Marc Zimmerman
Located in Carmel, CA
Meditation 6 - Minimalist Abstract - Small Painting - Marc Zimmerman
This masterpiece is exhibited
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$2,080 Sale Price
20% Off
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Small Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, there are several options of small oil paintings available for sale. Finding the perfect Contemporary, Abstract or Post-Impressionist examples of these works for your space is difficult — today, we have a vast range of variations and more on offer. 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. Small oil paintings available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes gray, brown, black, blue and more. Linda Holt, Jennifer Hornyak, Geri Eubanks, Judy Reynolds and Jean Soyer took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large iterations of these items, so small small oil paintings measuring 3 inches across are available.
How Much are Small Oil Paintings?
The average selling price for small oil paintings we offer is $1,000, while they’re typically $248 on the low end and $219,991 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Paintings for You
Painting is an art form that has spanned innumerable cultures, with artists using the medium to tell stories, explore and communicate ideas and express themselves. To bring abstract paintings, landscape paintings, still-life paintings and other original paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.
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.
No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel.
Download the 1stDibs app, which includes a handy “View on Wall” feature that allows you to see how a particular artwork will look on a particular wall, and read about how to arrange wall art. And if you’re searching for the perfect palette for your interior design project, what better place to turn than to the art world’s masters of color?
On 1stDibs, you’ll find an expansive collection of paintings and other fine art for your home or office. Browse abstract paintings, portrait paintings, paintings by emerging artists and more today.
Questions About Small Oil Paintings
- 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.
- 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 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. - 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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Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
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