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Surreal, Colourful Abstract Oil on Canvas Painting - Dreamhaus (2018)
Located in New York, NY
This surrealist, abstract colourful Oil on Canvas painting by Contemporary and Emerging American
Category
2010s Surrealist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Cheryl Laemmle Surreal Painting "Untitled"
By Cheryl Laemmle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
for its dream like imagery and melancholy moods. Her paintings often include faceless figures
Category
Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
A Surreal Dream oil painting by Noel Dumolard
By (after) Salvador Dali
Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR
This captivating artwork, titled "Surreal Dream," is an exquisite oil painting on canvas created by
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Mirabilia, Magical Forms, post-surreal abstract oil painting with morphing forms
By Lorser Feitelson
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This original oil on canvas composition is from the Post-Surreal era of Feitelson's career. It
Category
1940s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Henry Billings Authentic Painting Oil On Canvas Original Surreal Signed Artwork
Located in Bloomington, MN
Henry Billings Authentic & Large Oil Painting on Canvas, Framed in an Elaborate Custom mouldin and
Category
Mid-20th Century Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Orlando Quevedo Original Painting Oil On Canvas Signed Surreal Seascape Artwork
By Orlando Quevedo
Located in Bloomington, MN
Orlando Quevedo Authentic and Original Oil Painting, Professionally Custom Framed and listed with
Category
1990s Surrealist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
20th Century Surreal Abstract Painting, Framed
Located in Stone Mountain, GA
Amazing surreal landscape or botanic painting on stretched canvas. Though the painting is mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Surrealist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Oil
Robert Watson Original Oil Painting on Canvas Signed Surreal Child Portrait Art
By Robert Watson
Located in Bloomington, MN
Original Oil Painting on Canvas by Legendary Surreal Artist, Robert Watson, that retails for significantly
Category
Early 2000s Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Robert Watson Original Oil Painting on Canvas Signed Surreal Child Portrait Art
By Robert Watson
Located in Bloomington, MN
Original Oil Painting on Canvas by Legendary Surreal Artist, Robert Watson, that retails for significantly
Category
Early 2000s Surrealist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Surreal Sunset
By Anil Sawe
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Capturing the light and subtle shades with reflections at the sunset.
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Raymond Whyte Original Oil Painting On Board Signed Large Surreal Nude Portrait
Located in Bloomington, MN
Raymond Whyte Authentic & Large ALL Original Oil Painting on Board, Professionally Custom Framed
Category
1960s Surrealist Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
FERJO Original Surreal Interior Painting Oil On Canvas Large Signed Modern Art
By Fernando de Jesus Oliveira
Located in Bloomington, MN
Fernando Ferjo Authentic and Large Original Oil Painting, Professionally Custom Framed and listed
Category
1980s Surrealist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Orlando Quevedo Original Oil Painting On Canvas Signed Self Portrait Surreal Art
By Orlando Quevedo
Located in Bloomington, MN
Orlando Quevedo Authentic and Original Oil Painting, Professionally Custom Framed and listed with
Category
1990s Surrealist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Earl Linderman Large Original Oil On Canvas Painting Hand Signed Surreal Artwork
Located in Bloomington, MN
" Oil Painting on Canvas by Linderman, that was originally purchased for thousands more than our asking
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
FERJO Fernando Oliviera Original Painting Oil On Canvas Signed Surreal Bird Art
By Ferjo, Fernando de Jesus Oliveira
Located in Bloomington, MN
Fernando Ferjo Authentic and Original Oil Painting, Professionally Custom Framed and listed with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
JIM WARREN Original Oil Painting on Canvas Signed Figurative Surreal Artwork SBO
Located in Bloomington, MN
Jim Warren Authentic and Original Diptych Oil Painting on Canvas, Professionally Custom Framed and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
20th Century Surreal Oil on Board Painting by Michael Lotenero
By Michael Lotenero
Located in New Rochelle, NY
You are viewing a large and very vivid surreal oil on board of two figures by American artist
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Paintings
Materials
Board
Jon Cornin, 1940s Surreal Expressionist Oil
By Jon Cornin
Located in Treasure Island, CA
Jon Cornin
1948
oil on canvas
30 x 36 inches
Born in NYC on March 24, 1905. Cornin studied in
Category
Vintage 1940s American Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Thought - Surreal 21st Century Contemporary Art by Manuell Manastireanu, Oil
By Manuell Manastireanu
Located in London, GB
Emanuell is a Romanian contemporary artist, and member of the Union of Artists of Romania since 2001. His work was exhibited in London, Brussels, Bucharest and around Romania and the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Surreal Abstract Expressionist Large Scale Oil on Canvas by Contemporary Artist
Located in New York, NY
painting. Usually her process begins by taking note of those moments during her everyday that hint at
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Untitled, Magical Forms, abstract Post-Surreal painting with form and shapes
By Lorser Feitelson
Located in West Hollywood, CA
In the center of this oil painting are three vertical red lines with blue, brown and green forms
Category
1940s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Three Figures, Original, surreal, the new religion, oil paint, linen, Signed
By Rupert Gatfield
Located in London, GB
his paintings may offer a nostalgic colour combination here or the sculptural curve of something
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Linen, Other Medium
Echo - Contemporary 21st Century Surreal Art by Manuell Manastireanu in Oil
By Manuell Manastireanu
Located in London, GB
Emanuell is a Romanian contemporary artist, and member of the Union of Artists of Romania since 2001. His work was exhibited in London, Brussels, Bucharest and around Romania and the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
Late 20th Century Surreal Scene, Oil on Canvas
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Late 20th century semi-abstract surreal painting by Dale Atkinson, framed.
Please contact for
Category
Late 20th Century British Paintings
Untitled (Surreal Dreams), 1994 - Cuban Art, Cuba
Located in New York, NY
Surrealist painting by Alicia Leal (Cuban/b.1957). Unframed dimensions: 36 × 46 in.
Category
1990s Outsider Art Paintings
Materials
Oil
Bachus by Felix Aftene European Contemporary Art Surreal Painting God of Wine
By Felix Aftene
Located in London, GB
Felix is a visual postmodern artist born in 1972, and a graduate of the Art Academy of Iasi. He is currently based in Romania and previously held exhibitions in Venice, Paris, Budape...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Wall Paper No.3 (triptych - 3 pieces)Original, Oil Paint, Linen, Surreal, Signed
By Rupert Gatfield
Located in London, GB
his paintings may offer a nostalgic colour combination here or the sculptural curve of something
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Other Medium
Physics - 21st Century Surreal Contemporary Art in Oil by Manuell Manastireanu
By Manuell Manastireanu
Located in London, GB
Emanuell is a Romanian contemporary artist, and member of the Union of Artists of Romania since 2001. His work was exhibited in London, Brussels, Bucharest and around Romania and the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Woman and Child in a Surreal Landscape
By Nahum Tschacbasov
Located in East Hampton, NY
Russian-American artist Nahum Tschacbasov (1899-1984) is known for his modernist-folkloric-cubo-surrealistic works which feature a strong psychological element. In this, his work bea...
Category
1940s Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Arrival, Original, Originami Cranes, enigmatic subject, surreal, inflatables,
By Rupert Gatfield
Located in London, GB
his paintings may offer a nostalgic colour combination here or the sculptural curve of something
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Other Medium
"Four Trees" glow green and blue in surreal moonlight
By Marilyn Davidson
Located in New York, NY
Four Trees, in oil colors of intense blues, greens, yellows and reds, appear in a surreal moonlight
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Moody Surreal Portrait Mid-Late 20th Century Gouache
By Michael di Cosola
Located in San Francisco, CA
This mid to late 20th-century gouache on paper is by Abstract Surrealist San Francisco artist Michael di Cosola (1929-2010). Di Cosola studied at the Chicago Art Institute before mov...
Category
1990s Surrealist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
"Annunciation" a surreal nude with birds, flowers and ornaments
By Lannie Hart
Located in New York, NY
Annunciation, a surreal female nude shown on a shaped canvas, is accompanied by birds, flowers and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Brass
"Too Much" a surreal figure on bright red background
By Lannie Hart
Located in New York, NY
Too Much presents a surreal figure on bright red background, choked with too much information. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paper, Oil
With Rauschenberg 21st Century Surreal Art by Ada Lungh
By Ada Alina Lungu
Located in London, GB
present moment the forms from my paintings gain new meanings through juxtaposition process, figures become
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Harold, Felix Aftene Contemporary Surreal 21st Century Contemporary Art
By Felix Aftene
Located in London, GB
Felix is a visual postmodern artist born in 1972, and a graduate of the Art Academy of Iasi. He is currently based in Romania and previously held exhibitions in Venice, Paris, Budape...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Theorem of Love by Ingrid Juncanariu - Contemporary European Surreal Art
By Ingrid Juncanariu
Located in London, GB
, and she likes portrait in her paintings the many faces of love. On canvas, framed.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Large Signed David Atkins Surreal Oil on Canvas New York Artist Title "Sunset"
By David Atkins (b.1910)
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A signed original abstract oil on canvas by notable listed American artist David Atkins. Atkins
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Ece Homo - Surreal 21st Century European Art - Portrait by Manuell Manastireanu
By Manuell Manastireanu
Located in London, GB
Emanuell is a Romanian contemporary artist, and member of the Union of Artists of Romania since 2001. His work was exhibited in London, Brussels, Bucharest and around Romania and teh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Magaiver, 60 x 66, quirky surreal figurative work paying homage to Picasso
By Erin Haldrup
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Surrealistic abstract figurative painting paying homage to Picasso. Bright and vivid colors
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Oil painting by Christopher A. Klein "Trick and Treat"
By Christopher A. Klein
Located in Chicago, IL
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Keywords: oil painting, surreal, Dali, music, jazz, orange, pumpkin, horn
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Art
Materials
Canvas
Surreal Oil Painting
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#5-212 An original vivid blue surrelistic oil painting.
Category
Vintage 1950s Paintings
$1,475
Arthur Lidov "Kidney Man" Original Surreal Oil Painting c.
By Arthur Herschel Lidov
Located in San Francisco, CA
Arthur Lidov (American, 1917-1990) "Kidney Man" Original Surreal Oil Painting c.1965
Brilliant mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Surrealist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
Wonderful Surreal Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Houston, TX
Surreal oil on canvas signed Harvey. Surrealist style composition of duality, masculine vs
Category
20th Century American Modern Paintings
Nude Wader, Surreal Oil Painting by Dogan
By Ismet Dogan
Located in Long Island City, NY
A surrealist painting by Ismet Dogan from 1989. A nude figure in a dream-like setting. Framed in a
Category
1980s Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage American Modernist Abstract Framed Surreal Oil Painting
By Ethel Edwards
Located in Buffalo, NY
Impressive early American modernist abstract oil painting. Framed. Oil on canvas. Image size
Category
1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique American Modernist Framed Cityscape Original Surreal Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nicely painted mid century modern architectural painting. Oil on canvas. Framed. No signature
Category
1960s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Inside Outside, surreal oil painting of two figures, dreamscape
By Kathy Osborn
Located in New York, NY
, photographic narratives that haunt and disorient the viewer.
Oil on paper, mounted and framed.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil, Board
Peering In, surreal oil painting, figures in bathroom, dark
By Kathy Osborn
Located in New York, NY
, photographic narratives that haunt and disorient the viewer.
Oil on paper, mounted and framed.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil, Board
Antique American School New York Minimalist Abstract Surreal Oil Painting MCM
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American school abstract painting. Oil on board, circa 1960.
Unsigned. Displayed in a
Category
1960s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique American School New York Minimalist Abstract Surreal Oil Painting MCM
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American school abstract painting. Oil on board, circa 1960.
Unsigned. Displayed in a
Category
1960s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
John Dawson Signed Exceptionally Large Surreal Oil Painting of Two Figures
By John Dawson
Located in Studio City, CA
A very amazing, both in composition and sure stature, original oil on canvas painting of two
Category
20th Century American Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint, Canvas
Vintage American modernist Trompe L
Oeil Still Life Signed Surreal Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist tromp l'eoil interior painting. Oil on canvas, circa 1973. Signed
Category
1970s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Summer Night
Located in New York, NY
Surreal oil painting made by a Korean artist, Yeon Su Kim.
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
George Corominas Bal de l’Opera Signed Contemporary Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A contemporary surreal oil painting on canvas titled “Bal de l’Opera” by George Corominas. Signed
Category
20th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas
An Invitation (surreal landscape), Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Marlene Llanes
Located in Yardley, PA
This is an invitation to connect with nature and with yourself. My surrealist paintings are
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Camilo - 1949 Surreal Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Camilo - 1949 Surreal Painting in Grey Blue
Category
1940s Surrealist Paintings
Materials
Oil
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Find the exact surreal oil painting you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. You can easily find an example made in the contemporary style, while we also have 185 contemporary versions to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a surreal oil painting from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right surreal oil painting is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes black, gray, brown and beige. Creating a surreal oil painting has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Jason Stout, Michael Pauker, Rudolf Kosow, Fernando Vignoli and Nathan Neven are consistently popular. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
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Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs.
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Questions About Surreal Oil Painting
- What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 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 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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