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House with Chimneys in Small French Village Empty Street Oil Pastel
By Marc Chaubaron
Located in Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
ingredients. The painting is textured with small reliefs. As opposite to dry pastels, there is no risk of the
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Board
Small Mid-20th Century Abstract Painting
Located in New York, NY
Made in the Mid-20th Century by an unknown Connecticut artist, this small abstract oil-on-canvas
Category
Mid-20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Aluminum
Holding, Surreal Landscape Painting, Green Field with Fence, Small Art
By Laura von Rosk
Located in New York, NY
New York, this 8 x 10-inch oil painting features a circular enclosed fence forming a curious enclosure
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil, Panel
"Small Abstract #110" Vivid Expressionist Oil Orange, Yellow, Pink, Green, Red
By Linda Holt
Located in Wellesley, MA
Small Abstract #110," Oil on Canvas, 8 x 8 Inches, is a brilliantly colored, gorgeous and lush
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pacific Coast Wake Landscape Small Paintings 10" x 10" Framed Waves
By Steve Parker
Located in Houston, TX
the Pacific Coast Coast in 2024. It is Oil on Canvas with a custom made frame. There is a similar
Category
2010s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Portrait with Two Small Waves, Contemporary Oil on Wood Panel, 2010+
By Judith Berry
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Portrait is a result of transformations in Judith Berry’s painting practice from singular
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Wood Panel, Oil
Portrait with Two Small Waves, Contemporary Oil on Wood Panel, 2010+
By Judith Berry
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Portrait is a result of transformations in Judith Berry’s painting practice from singular
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Wood Panel, Oil
Small Oil David Teniers the Younger
By David Teniers the Younger
Located in Madrid, ES
Small oil signed David Teniers the Younger (Antwerp, December 15, 1610 – Brussels, April 25, 1690
Category
Antique 17th Century Dutch Baroque Paintings
Materials
Paint
Let Me Borrow Your Wings, dragonfly insect art, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Marlene Llanes
Located in Yardley, PA
definition art, classic decor, small art, affordable art, traditional oil painting, simple, realistic, nature
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Small harbor by Ernest Voegeli - Oil on canvas 51x62 cm
By Ernest Voegeli
Located in Geneva, CH
Work on canvas
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$608 Sale Price
44% Off
Small Port in Volendam, Impressionist Oil on Canvas, Late 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Signed and titled lower left: Gaston Roullet Volendam
Category
Late 19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
ShiLian Liu Landscape Original Oil On Canvas "Small Pond Under The Mountain"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Small Pond Under The Mountain
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 15 x 23 inches
Frame: Framing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Misty Day in the English Garden. Nature, small artwork. Landscape Paintings
Located in Oslo, NO
This painting was created alla prima during a plein air session in the English Garden in Munich. It
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Large French Surrealist Oil Painting Male Figurative Scene
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Figurative Abstract
French School
small frame
oil painting on board
painting: 20.5 x 21 inches
Category
20th Century Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,065 Sale Price
20% Off
"Small Abstract #125" Expressionist Oil Orange, Yellow, White, Red, Green, Blue
By Linda Holt
Located in Wellesley, MA
Small Abstract #125," Oil on Canvas, 8 x 8 Inches, is a brilliantly colored, gorgeous and lush
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Small Abstract #138" Expressionist Oil in White, Blue, Green, Yellow Ochre
By Linda Holt
Located in Wellesley, MA
"Small Abstract #138," Oil on Canvas, 8 x 8 Inches, is a brilliantly colored, gorgeous and lush
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Small Abstract #87" Abstract Expressionist Oil White, Red, Tan, Orange, Black
By Linda Holt
Located in Wellesley, MA
Small Abstract #87, Oil on Canvas, 8 x 8 Inches, is a brilliantly colored, gorgeous and lush
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
French Riviera : The Small Harbor of Beaulieu - Oil on Canvas - Signed
By Élisée Maclet
Located in Paris, IDF
Elisée MACLET (1881-1962)
French Riviera : The Small Harbor of Beaulieu, c. 1935
Original oil on
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pelicans, Chilean Artist, Birds, Coastal Art, Small Paintings, Emerging Artist
Located in Houston, TX
These are three bird paintings by Chilean artist Viviana Ovanda.The framed size on the first 2 is 9
Category
2010s Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
“Botany” Original botanical painting. Small size. Circular canvas. Gift.
Located in Oslo, NO
paintings by Nadezda Stupina, you make a smart investment, as the price of her paintings is growing every
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Small Abstract # 49" Abstract Expressionist Oil in Shades of Green and White
By Linda Holt
Located in Wellesley, MA
Small Abstract #49, Oil on Canvas, 8 x 8 Inches, is a brilliantly colored, gorgeous and lush
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
21/01/2023, 10.15h by Calo Carratalá - Small waterscape painting, Senegal, boat
By Calo Carratalá
Located in Paris, FR
21/01/2023, 10.15h is a unique oil on wooden board painting by Spanish contemporary artist Calo
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
11/02/2023, 16.56h by Calo Carratalá - Small waterscape painting, Senegal, palms
By Calo Carratalá
Located in Paris, FR
11/02/2023, 16.56h is a unique oil on wooden board painting by Spanish contemporary artist Calo
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
21/01/2023, 12.20h by Calo Carratalá - Small waterscape painting, Senegal, boat
By Calo Carratalá
Located in Paris, FR
21/01/2023, 12.20h is a unique oil on wooden board painting by Spanish contemporary artist Calo
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
11/02/2023, 18.03h by Calo Carratalá - Small waterscape painting, Senegal, palms
By Calo Carratalá
Located in Paris, FR
11/02/2023, 18.03h is a unique oil on wooden board painting by Spanish contemporary artist Calo
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
7/02/2023, 15.19h by Calo Carratalá - Small waterscape painting, Senegal, human
By Calo Carratalá
Located in Paris, FR
7/02/2023, 15.19h is a unique oil on wooden board painting by Spanish contemporary artist Calo
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
10/02/2023, 12.22h by Calo Carratalá - Small waterscape painting, Senegal, palms
By Calo Carratalá
Located in Paris, FR
10/02/2023, 12.22h is a unique oil on wooden board painting by Spanish contemporary artist Calo
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Two Slices of Cheesecake, Oil Painting
By Pat Doherty
Located in San Francisco, CA
, kitchen, cake, oilpaint, small, food, modern, cuisine, modern , oil painting, purpleTwo
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Small Mars 1, Tribute to James Turrell by Mathieu Piffeteau - Abstract painting
Located in Paris, FR
Small Mars 1, Tribute to James Turrell is a unique oil and acrylic on canvas painting by
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
French Impressionist Oil Painting of Village in Breton Countryside
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
.
Description:
This small yet evocative Impressionist oil painting captures a peaceful rural village scene set
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Abstract Expressionist impressionist nature oil painting "Calling to nature""
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
This small-format oil painting "Calling to nature " by French artist Natalya Mougenot evokes the
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Flowers on the beach" Original floral painting. Small vertical home decor
Located in Oslo, NO
. Hanging in your home, this painting will breathe an air of serene vitality, inviting you to lose yourself
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Man with Hat - small blue, white, male portrait figurative still life oil
By Jennifer Hornyak
Located in Bloomfield, ON
forms outlined in black on an indigo ground emphasizes the stillness of the oil portrait on canvas that
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Rulin Xian Modernist Original Oil On Canvas "Small Flowers 1"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Small Flowers 1
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 11.5 x 11.5 inches
Frame: Framing options
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Cream Rose with Pink - small dark green, orange, figurative still life oil
By Jennifer Hornyak
Located in Bloomfield, ON
in this evocative sophisticated oil composition from master Jennifer Hornyak.
Hornyak was born in
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Georges Eugene Delhomme (1904-1989) - 20th Century Oil, Small Arm of the Marne
Located in Corsham, GB
This pastoral landscape painting depicts a verdant countryside scene just off the River Marne in
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Lambert Cove" 2016 small realist landscape painting, Martha
s Vineyard, MA
By Edward Minoff
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. Throughout his high school and college years he studied painting and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Vintage Original Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting -- The Fisher King
Located in Soquel, CA
, drawing media, pastels, inks, mixed media and also small sculpture.
Medium: Oil painting on canvas
Signed
Category
1990s Post-Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Stretcher Bars
French Surrealist Oil Painting Figurative Scene - Blue Abstract Shapes
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Figurative Abstract
French School, signed and dated 1972
small frame
oil painting on board
painting
Category
20th Century Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
$846 Sale Price
20% Off
Contemporary Small Impressionist Floral Painting Paper "Sunflowers of Provence"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
painting captures the sun-soaked fields where Van Gogh once found inspiration. The sunflowers, bathed in
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Paper
Hualin Li Contemporary Art Original Oil On Canvas "Walk On A Small Path"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Walk On A Small Path
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 27.5 x 19.5inches
Frame: Framing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Burgundy with Cream - small, floral, intimate, figurative, still life oil
By Jennifer Hornyak
Located in Bloomfield, ON
Deep colours of burgundy and cream flowers dominate the canvas in this beautiful oil painting by
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Boats On The Beach In Ventimiglia. Landscape Paintings. Sea, boats, Italy, small
Located in Oslo, NO
feeling of a hot seaside afternoon. The painting is literally filled with air, sun and the light noise of
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Rachel, Small Portrait, Argentine Artist, Oil, Grand Central Atelier in New York
By Lucas Bononi
Located in Houston, TX
painting between New Your and Buenos Aires.
The painting is 6 x 6 and contains a lot of detail. It has a
Category
2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Antique Oil Painting on Canvas of a Child with a Bird and a Dog
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Charming small 19th Century oil painting on canvas of a girl in a dress in an interior scene with a
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Paintings
Materials
Oil
Nuances – Original Textured Abstract Landscape Oil Painting by French Artist
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
, rhythm, and texture. This small-format oil painting features wide horizontal bands of soft greens, clay
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Untitled
by Steven H. Rehfeld - Small Contemporary Abstract Painting on Wood
By Steven H. Rehfeld
Located in Carmel, CA
crafted formula.
Artist Statement:
"My oil, acrylic, and mixed media paintings explore the dynamic
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil, Wood Panel
"Nesting, " French 19th c Realist, Louvre Museum, Charming Small Oil of Chickens
By Charles-Emile Jacque
Located in Wiscasset, ME
engraver. By 1833 he was painting and debuted at the Paris Salon and contributed regularly until 1870. He
Category
19th Century Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Brilliant Color Grid, 25 Small Abstract Expressionist Paintings, 8" x 8" Each"
By Linda Holt
Located in Wellesley, MA
"Brilliantly Colored Grid of Small Abstract Expressionist Paintings," Oil on Canvas, 64 x 64
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Anatomy Lesson, Segment 10 (Small Figure Painting of Two Muscular Nude Males)
By Robert Goldstrom
Located in Hudson, NY
Anatomy Lesson, Segment 10 (modern figurative oil painting of two nude men from upper thigh to
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Going by Trees in Spring - small teal green, blue, red, abstract landscape oil
By Jennifer Hornyak
Located in Bloomfield, ON
figurative paintings rendered in vivid colors with rich textured surfaces – surfaces that are created over
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pagis After Corot - Framed Early 20th Century Oil, A Small Wagon in the Dunes
Located in Corsham, GB
A fine copy of French artist Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot's original painting, 'A Small Wagon in the
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Textured Abstract Landscape – Oil Painting by French Artist, “Paysage Bucolique”
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
original small-format oil painting by Sophie Dumont, a French contemporary artist known for her abstract
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Pollonia Beach" small plein-air seascape painting of beach in Greece
By Rachel Personett
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
strictly from life, and enjoys the challenged of painting the ephemeral. Working from life provides the
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Calathea with a Green Pitcher, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, realism, oil painting, greenCalathea with a Green PitcherChristopher GarveyOil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
After Alfred Sisley (1839-1899) - 20th Century Oil, The Small Meadows in Spring
Located in Corsham, GB
A delightful study of French impressionist painter Alfred Sisley's 1880 piece 'The Small Meadows in
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Contemporary impressionist vivid expressive oil painting of figs "Summer treat"
Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR
"Summer Treat" is part of a recent series of small-format oil paintings by French artist Natalya
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Paper
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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
- 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.
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