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Gentleman Caller Southern Belle
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
Beautiful illustration art painting depicts a gentleman calling on a Southern belle. Oil on canvas
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
$450 Sale Price
25% Off
Karl Schwarz - Framed 20th Century Oil, Street Scene in Southern Tuscany
Located in Corsham, GB
This vibrant oil painting captures the charm of a quaint Italian street with warm-hued buildings
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Southern Sun
Abstract, Mixed Media, Figurative Painting on Canvas
Located in Rye, NY
poignant abstract and figurative sculptures and paintings.
In 2018 at the Dubai Global Art Awards, Grégoire
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Spray Paint
Antique Southern School Civil War Cannon Modernist American Landscape Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nice quality modernist painting. Oil on canvas. Framed. Image size, 16L x 12H.
Category
1930s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$636 Sale Price
20% Off
Winter hunting southern Sweden
By Frederik Rohde
Located in Täby, SE
stay in Munich for a longer period to study Landscape Painting. He also undertook painting trips in
Category
1880s Naturalistic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique American Southern School Macabre Street Scene Mortuary Framed Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Impressive early American modernist street scene. Reminiscent of New Orleans or another souther city. A bustling street scene. Nicely framed. No signature found. Image size, 24...
Category
1940s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$700 Sale Price
20% Off
Large 18th Century Dutch Oil on Canvas Painting of a Southern Landscape, 56x67
Located in Dallas, TX
Measuring 56 H x 67 W, this large Dutch oil on canvas painting from the 1700s depicts a Southern
Category
Antique 18th Century Dutch Paintings
Materials
Metal, Brass
Southern Coast with Beach, Trees and Sailboat, Impressionistic Painting, 1920´s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A Southern Coastal Landscape by Charles Bisschops. This oil on canvas, signed L. Ch. Bisschops
Category
1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Figures Walking On The Southern French Beach Post Impressionist Signed Oil
By Josine Vignon
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Beach Walk
by Josine Vignon (French 1922-2022)
signed on front and back
oil painting on canvas
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Southern European Harbor Scene, Oil on Board Signed
Located in Norton, MA
Southern European harbor scene, oil on board, signed indistinctly L/R "Anuplaeasen", Measures: 27
Category
20th Century European Paintings
Materials
Wood
Rare Southern Painting of the French Broad River, North Carolina ca 1890
Located in Baltimore, MD
much expected with its 135 year age.
This painting would make a fine addition to any Southern art
Category
1880s Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Robert K. White "To the Beach at Del Mar" 2021 Oil, Southern California Scene
Located in Miami, FL
ROBERT KENNETH WHITE – "TO THE BEACH AT DEL MAR"
⚜ Oil on canvas ⚜ Hand signed on verso ⚜ Frameless
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Southern Italy, Pleasing Vintage Italian Landscape
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
George Yelich (American, 1926 - 2022)
Signed: Yelich (Lower, Right)
" Southern Italy ", circa
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
"Ole Swimmin Hole" Southern California Pond and Hills Oil on canvas board 1930s
By Clyde Eugene Scott
Located in Soquel, CA
"Ole Swimmin Hole" Southern California Oil on canvas board 1930s
Elegant mid century landscape
Category
1940s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas, Illustration Board
Southern City by the sea atmospheric large blue green seascape harbour painting
Located in Norwich, GB
A very atmospheric and idyllic view of a Southern fishing port, painted most likely in Italy or
Category
Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Fiberboard
"Treasure Island" Southern California Coastal Scene
By Jacobus Baas
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Treasure Island" is an atmospheric oil created from a study painted on location in Laguna Beach by
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Saissac" Impressionist Landscape of Southern French Commune
Located in Austin, TX
By Julian Petrie
This painting depicts the French commune Saissac in Southern France.
48" x 77.5
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Monument Point, Heisler Park" Southern California Scene
By Jacobus Baas
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
An atmospheric oil painted on from a study created on location in Laguna Beach, California by noted
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Aliso Beach Cliffs" Southern California Coastal Scene
By Jacobus Baas
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
An atmospheric oil painted on from a study created on location in Laguna Beach, California by
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Dilleys Sycamore" Southern California Scene with Sycamores
By Jacobus Baas
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
An atmospheric oil painted on from a study created on location in Laguna Beach, California by
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Evening Stroll" Modern Impressionist Southern California Seascape
By Bryan Mark Taylor
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
. This beautiful oil on panel captures the mood and feel of the California Riviera with the brilliant
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Sporting Art Realist Southern Trout Fishing Pole
Located in New York, NY
is a wonderful Southern Sporting Realist painting by Asa Warren. the quality of this painting is soo
Category
1880s American Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
J. Böréss. Oil on canvas. Southern French landscape in fauvist style.
Located in København, Copenhagen
J. Böréss, Swedish artist.
Oil on canvas.
Southern French landscape in fauvist style.
Coloristic
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
"Clearing Skies Over Heisler Park" Southern California Scene
By Jacobus Baas
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
An atmospheric oil painted on from a study created on location in Laguna Beach, California by noted
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Hazy Afternoon Light, Aliso Beach" Southern California Scene
By Jacobus Baas
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
An atmospheric oil painted on from a study created on location in Laguna Beach, California by noted
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
View to the Sea, Colourful Southern French Landscape
Located in Cotignac, FR
Late 20th Century oil on canvas view of a rural landscape down to the sea by Franco British artist
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Southern coastal road with cedars and pines
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas
Molded frame in plaster and gilded wood
76 x 97 x 5 cm
Category
Early 20th Century Italian School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Keyhole Rock" Modern Impressionist Scene in Southern California
By Bryan Mark Taylor
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
beautiful oil on panel captures the mood and feel of the sunny California scene. Painted on location in
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Main Beach Sunset" Modern Impressionist Southern California Seascape
By Bryan Mark Taylor
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
. This beautiful oil on panel captures the mood and feel of the California Riviera with the brilliant
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Southern Marshes in Summer Florida Highwaymen Style
Located in Soquel, CA
Marshes and trees in Summer colors by an American (signature illegible) artist. Circa 1970s. Reminiscent of the Florida Highwaymen style. Ruby Velvet liner on a gold painted frame.
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Category
1970s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Southern California Impressionist Landscape - listed artist Miriam Thornber 1934
Located in Baltimore, MD
the coast near San Diego. The painting is oil on board and measures 20” x 24”. With the original gilt
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"80
At Divers Cove" Southern California Coastal Scene
By Jacobus Baas
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"80' At Divers Cove" is an atmospheric oil created from a study painted on location in Laguna Beach
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Sunlit Cliffs, Heisler Park" Southern California Coastal Scene
By Jacobus Baas
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
An atmospheric oil painted on location in Laguna Beach California by noted California artist
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Picnic At Divers Cove" Southern California Coastal Scene
By Jacobus Baas
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Picnic At Divers Cove" is an atmospheric oil created from a study painted on location in Laguna
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Morning Light" Southern California Coastal Scene with Eucalyptus
By Jacobus Baas
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
An atmospheric oil painted on from a study created on location in Laguna Beach, California by
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Heisler Park Twilight " Modern Impressionist Southern California Seascape
By Bryan Mark Taylor
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Impressionism. This beautiful oil on panel captures the mood and feel of the California Riviera with the
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage Southern California Seascape with Boats -- "Foggy Morn"
Located in Soquel, CA
Wonderful moody vintage Southern California seascape with boats titled "Foggy Morn" by Richard
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$675 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid Century Adobe Home Near Tujunga, Southern California
By John Anthony Conner
Located in Soquel, CA
Gorgeous Southern California spring landscape of adobe home with Sycamore and Eucalyptus trees in
Category
1950s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Early 20th Century Original Southern California Landscape -- Eucalyptus Grove
Located in Soquel, CA
Original Oil Southern California Landscape C. 1930s -- The Eucalyptus Grove
Vibrant, painterly
Category
Early 1900s Hudson River School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Frawg Hollow, Virginia" Corwin Knapp Linson, Southern Country Landscape
By Corwin Knapp Linson
Located in New York, NY
Corwin Knapp Linson
Frawg Hollow, West Virginia
Signed and titled lower left
Oil on canvas
24 x 28
Category
Early 1900s Academic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique American Impressionist Southern School Lush River Cow Grazing Landscape
Located in Buffalo, NY
Very lush and nicely painted American school landscape painting. Vibrant color and detail through
Category
1960s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,020 Sale Price
20% Off
Golden Treetops Conejos River in southern Colorado cottonwood trees sun rays
Located in Houston, TX
Golden Treetops Conejos River in southern Colorado cottonwood trees sun rays 8" x 10" Framed
The
Category
2010s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"A Bright Morning For Sailing" Modern Impressionist Scene in Southern California
By Bryan Mark Taylor
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Impressionism. This beautiful oil on panel captures the mood and feel of the sunny California scene. Painted
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Small Shed under Trees with Foothills in the Distance, Southern California
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
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" Small Shed under Trees with Foothills in the Distance ", circa 1940s
Oil on canvas laid on board
12" x
Category
Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
Olive Harvest in Southern Italy on Cold Coastal Morning Italian Riviera
Located in Soquel, CA
Olive Harvest in Southern Italy on Cold Coastal Morning Italian Riviera
Olive Harvesters are
Category
1980s Symbolist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Stretcher Bars
Early 16th century. The Agony in the Garden. Southern German school.
Located in Firenze, IT
The Agony in the Garden. (Christ on the Mount of Olives).
Technique: Oil on Panel, 4 wooden boards
Category
18th Century and Earlier Northern Renaissance Figurative Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil, Board
$9,382 Sale Price
34% Off
Van der Bent, Southern Landscape with woman animals, Dutch Old Master, Berchem
Located in Greven, DE
17th Century Old Master, Figurative and Landscape Painting by Jan Van der Bent
So far, little is
Category
17th Century Baroque Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$17,577 Sale Price
20% Off
Small Oil Still Life Painting, "Sunlit" 2022
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a one of a kind original still life oil painting from southern California artist Anthony
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
A Fabulous 1950s Mid-Century Modern Portrait of a Seated Woman, "Southern Belle"
By Francis Chapin
Located in Chicago, IL
Artist, Francis Chapin (Am. 1899-1965). A colorful Southern painting depicting a fashionably seated
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
1930
s Italian Southern Old Church Memorial in Landscape by Female French artist
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
stamp to the back
oil painting on artist paper, unframed
measures: 8.25 high by 10.5 inches wide
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
ECHO IV - Painted Mesh Screen Over Paper Depicting Light of the Southern U.S.
By Heather Hartman
Located in Signal Mountain, TN
with acrylic and oil. The resulting image offers a sensation of memory, longing, and existential
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Polyester, Acrylic, Gouache
Realistic Figurative Painting, "Reassurance"
Located in San Diego, CA
This is an original one of a kind figurative oil painting by southern California artist, Jess Perna
Category
2010s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Realistic Figurative Painting, "Just Browsing"
Located in San Diego, CA
This is an original one of a kind figurative oil painting by southern California artist, Jess Perna
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Realistic Figurative Painting, "Owl
s Serenade"
Located in San Diego, CA
This is an original one of a kind figurative oil painting by southern California artist, Jess Perna
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Emegence No. 4, 2012
Located in Atlanta, GA
, oil painting, and other experimental methods is based on a universal nostalgia. Believing that memory
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Figurative Photography
Materials
Resin, Wood
The Emergence No. 1, 2012
Located in Atlanta, GA
, oil painting, and other experimental methods is based on a universal nostalgia. Believing that memory
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Figurative Photography
Materials
Resin, Wood
The Emergence No. 3, 2012
Located in Atlanta, GA
, oil painting, and other experimental methods is based on a universal nostalgia. Believing that memory
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Figurative Photography
Materials
Resin, Wood
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Southern Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of southern oil paintings is available on 1stDibs. Finding the ideal Impressionist, modern or Post-Impressionist examples of these works for your living room, whether you’re looking for small- or large-size pieces, is no easy task — start by shopping our selection today. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a colorful piece of art to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — see the southern oil paintings on 1stDibs that include elements of brown, gray, black, blue and more. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Jacobus Baas, Bryan Mark Taylor, Jon Blanchette, Doug Foltz and Jane Schmidt are often thought to be among the most beautiful. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in paint, oil paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.
How Much are Southern Oil Paintings?
Southern oil paintings can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $2,949, while the lowest priced sells for $30 and the highest can go for as much as $1,600,000.
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.
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Questions About Southern 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
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