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Lake Klöntalersee. Windy Day. Swiss Mountain Landscape in Oil, lake, blue
Located in Oslo, NO
this oil painting I was inspired by the calm but powerful presence of nature. With impressionistic
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Fritz Zuber-Buhler (Swiss, 1822-1896) Important pair of paintings .
Located in New York, NY
A pair of beautiful oil paintings by Fritz Zuber-Buhler, titled "The New Arrival" and "After Bath
Category
19th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Near Jussy, Switzerland" by Morini Zolfanelli - Oil on wood 46x65 cm
Located in Geneva, CH
Oil on wood sold with frame
Total size with frame 54x72 cm
Signed Morini Zolfanelli, Swiss artist
Category
1990s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
oil on board, nature morte, by Christian Zwahlen, mid-century, Switzerland
Located in London, Fitzrovia
oil on board, nature morte, signed Zwahlen.
sold without a frame
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
April Skiers, Nendaz, Switzerland, Skiing Art, Mountain Painting, Sports Art
By Lucy Pratt
Located in Deddington, GB
piece may look
April Skiers, Nendez is an original oil on board painting by artist Lucy Pratt. Nendez is
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
BADER valley CHARMEY Switzerland landscape mountain Swiss painter 19th
Located in PARIS, FR
Augustin BADER (active between 1830 and 1860)
Oil on canvas 38 x 46 cm (51.5 x 59.5 cm with the
Category
Mid-19th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,426 Sale Price
20% Off
“View of Switzerland”
By John William Casilear
Located in Southampton, NY
Beautiful oil on fiberboard painting of a view of Switzerland done by the American artist, John
Category
1850s Academic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Fiberboard, Oil
$2,832 Sale Price
41% Off
Snowy mountain, Switzerland
Located in Genève, GE
This impressive work of art is an oil painting on canvas depicting a majestic snow-capped mountain
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Jungfraujoch Switzerland Cable Car Painting Original Art Alpine Snow Mountain Vi
Located in Zofingen, AG
Shipped in roll
This original painting captures the timeless charm of a bright blue sky - an
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
Snowy farm in Switzerland by Christian Axtmann - Oil on canvas 37x55 cm
Located in Geneva, CH
Oil on canvas sold with frame
Total size with frame 47x65 cm
Signed Christian Axtmann, Swiss
Category
1910s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th century English artist painting a Swiss Lake landscape with boats cottages
Located in Woodbury, CT
English School, circa 1870
Continental Lake Landscape with Fishermen and Distant Mountains
Oil on
Category
1870s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1950
s French Post-Impressionist Oil Lausanne Switzerland Old Market Village Sq
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Lausanne
signed by Regine David (female French artist, 1910-2018)
oil painting on canvas, unframed
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th century English artist painting a Swiss Lake landscape with boats cottages
Located in Woodbury, CT
(Companion piece to the previous work)
Oil on canvas
Monogrammed ES / EJ
A closely related mid–late 19th
Category
1870s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Original Large Oil on Panel Guy Dessauges Grey Paint 1982 Swiss Artist
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Oil on panel in very large format by the Swiss painter Guy Dessauges. Made in 1982 according to his
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Organic Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
View Of The Ruins Of The Wartau Castle. Landscape in oil, mountains, Switzerland
Located in Oslo, NO
"I painted this landscape en plein air, in oil on canvas, in the style of impressionism." said Anna
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Renens and Jura Switzerland
Located in Genève, GE
Work on wood
Category
Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Houses of Geneva, Switzerland
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas
Frame in plaster and molded and gilded wood
67 x 59.5 x 6 cm
Category
1920s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Blue Shadows, Celerina, Switzerland
By Nelson White
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
been an early member of the art colony in Old Lyme, Connecticut. Known for his paintings of the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Fountain of Cheseaux, Switzerland
Located in Genève, GE
Work on wood
Category
1940s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Jewish Family Wintery Swiss Town
By Jacob Steinhardt
Located in London, GB
: Jewish Family Wintery Swiss Town, circa 1920/30
Technique: Hand Signed Double-sided Oil on Canvas
Size
Category
1920s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Paris city view
Located in Berlin, DE
with French painting and German Expressionism, he shaped the face of Swiss painting.
He is considered
Category
20th Century Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$3,387
Lake View With Water Reflections by Swiss Artist Ernst Suter, Oil on Board, 1930
Located in Stockholm, SE
Presented here is a distinctive landscape by the Swiss artist Ernst Suter, a creator primarily
Category
1930s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Landscape of the Swiss Alps
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas mounted on cardboard
Silver wooden frame
45 x 50 x 4 cm
Wildhaus (Toggenburg) mit den Kurfirsten
Category
1920s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Solothman on the Aase, Switzerland
By Eugene Schmidt
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist: Eugene Schmidt (German/American, 1919-2007)
Title: Solothman on the Aase, Switzerland
Category
Late 20th Century Academic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Swiss Guards, Saint Peter’s Basilica, Rome
By Ellie Hesse
Located in London, GB
Ellie Hesse was born in New York in 1972 and then spent most of her childhood in the Yorkshire Dales.
Travel has always been an important aspect in her life. She has explored Asia a...
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sailboats on the lake, Switzerland
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas
Molded frame in gilded wood
27.5 x 36.5 x 2.5 cm
Category
Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Blue Mountains. Horizontal, impressionism, landscape, Switzerland, village
Located in Oslo, NO
"I painted the landscape painting “Blue Mountains”, 70x60 cm, with oil paints on canvas in the
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Fair Skipper: boating on a mountain lake ca 1830 the Swiss Alps painting
Located in Norwich, GB
Here is an almost two hundred year old painting which is so irresistibly charming that it's crazy
Category
1830s Romantic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mid Century Lake Lucerne, Switzerland Landscape
By Gustave Grossenbacher
Located in Soquel, CA
Mid Century Lake Lucerne, Switzerland Landscape
Gorgeous landscape of Lake Lucerne, Switzerland by
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Linen
Swiss Vintage Snow Caped Alpine Village Langscape
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
6052 Swiss vintage snow caped village landscape in an ornate wood frame
Image size 11x16"
Category
1960s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Diablerets, The pillon pass, Switzerland
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas
This work of art is a masterful depiction of an Alpine mountain landscape. The composition is dominated by imposing mountains, whose snow-capped peaks stand out vigor...
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Summer Silence. Horizontal, mountains, Switzerland, poppies, flowers
Located in Oslo, NO
The painting "Summer Silence", made in oil on canvas, measuring 70x60 cm, conveys the atmosphere of
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
July. Trees. Horizontal landscape, impressionism, Switzerland, mountains
Located in Oslo, NO
. I wanted to transfer the happy sound of tree leaves in oil onto a small canvas."
The work is
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Small bell tower of Portalet, Switzerland
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas
Category
Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pink Yellow Roses in Vase Still Life Signed Oil Listed Swiss Belle Époque artist
By Gustave Poetzsch
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Roses in Vase
By Gustave Poetzsch (Swiss 1870-1950)
signed oil painting on board, framed
framed: 15
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,315 Sale Price
87% Off
Engslen-Alp mit Wengernalp, German Switzerland
Located in Genève, GE
Illegible signature
Work on canvas
Black wooden frame
53.5 x 64.5 x 4 cm
Category
1890s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Engslen-Alp mit Wendenstock, German Switzerland
Located in Genève, GE
Illegible signature
Work on canvas
Black wooden frame
53.5 x 64.5 x 4 cm
Category
1890s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
July Mood. Landscape, impressionism, horisontal, mountains, river, Switzerland
Located in Oslo, NO
"I painted the painting “July Mood” en plein air." said Anna Shesterikova about this artwork. "The
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Poppies Of Werdenberg. Small, square landscape, impressionism, Switzerland
Located in Oslo, NO
Using vibrant oil paints, I captured the essence of a blooming field that speaks of the power and
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Walensee. Sunset. Small format, horizontal, lake, mountains, Switzerland
Located in Oslo, NO
- someone is rushing home after a hard day at work.
The painting is painted in oil on canvas, in a small
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Market Day in Piazza Grande Locarno Switzerland
Located in London, GB
'Market Day in Piazza Grande, Locarno, Switzerland', oil on board, by unknown artist (1947-48
Category
1940s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
$637 Sale Price
40% Off
Energy of Love. Abstract expressionism, original oil painting.
Located in Zofingen, AG
. Original painting. Oil on canvas 50/40 cm.
Painting is covered with UV varnish and art-resin in the
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Resin
Large Antique German Waterfall Landscape Bern Switzerland Rudolf Giffinger
Located in London, GB
Large German Alpine Waterfall Landscape Bern Switzerland Rudolf Giffinger
German, Late 19th Century
Category
Late 19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mid Century Fauvist Swiss Lake Village Landscape
Located in Soquel, CA
Mid Century Fauvist Swiss Lake Village Landscape
Colorful mid century fauvist Swiss Village and
Category
1960s Fauvist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Illustration Board
$1,280 Sale Price
20% Off
Oil on Canvas of German or Swiss Alps Youth circa 1930
s
Located in Redding, CT
Oil on Canvas of German or Swiss Alps youth circa 1930's. This infectious youth is all smiles and
Category
Vintage 1930s German Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
$945 Sale Price
62% Off
Early 20th Century Swiss Alps Village Landscape
By Otto Hamel
Located in Soquel, CA
Substantial small painting of a Swiss Mountain village by Otto Hamel (German, 1866-1950). Signed
Category
Early 20th Century Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
$1,436 Sale Price
20% Off
View to Gams from Simisee. Vertical, Landscape, Switzerland, postimpressionism
Located in Oslo, NO
This painting was painted outdoors near Lake Simi in Switzerland in the summer of 2016. The
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
View Of Gams. Horizontal, impressionism, landscape, lake, mountains, Switzerland
Located in Oslo, NO
The painting “View of the Lake” was painted outdoors in the summer of 2023, using oil on canvas
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mazots at the foot of the Cervin, Switzerland
By Marius Chambaz
Located in Genève, GE
grandeur to the painting. The soft, diffused light illuminates the landscape, creating a striking contrast
Category
1910s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Along The Coast. Landscape, lake, mountains, Switzerland, small, horizontal
Located in Oslo, NO
I was relaxing at Lake Walensee." said Anna Shesterikova about this artwork. "The painting perfectly
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Werdenberg in May. Horizontal, nature, lake, cityscape, Switzerland, mountains
Located in Oslo, NO
The painting "Werdenberg in May" (70x60 cm, oil on canvas) is a lyrical landscape painted from life
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Swiss Contemporary Art by Olivier Furter - Nightfall SF
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Swiss Contemporary Art by Olivier Furter - Stillleben Französisch
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Swiss Contemporary Art by Olivier Furter - Ohne Titel
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on linen canvas
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pine Tree On The Riverbank. Small, horizontal landscape, Switzerland
Located in Oslo, NO
"In my work I have captured the powerful beauty of nature in oil paints." said Anna about this
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Countryside landscape with view of the Jura Switzerland
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas
Category
1970s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Cozy Harbor on Lake Walensee. Switzerland, lake, yachts, horizontal
Located in Oslo, NO
This work is a finely constructed pictorial scene in which the artist, masterfully using painting
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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An assortment of swiss oil paintings is available on 1stDibs. Browse a selection of Impressionist, Abstract or Old Masters versions of these works for sale today — there are 16 Impressionist, 7 Abstract, 7 Modern, 3 Expressionist and 2 Old Masters examples available. 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. You can search the swiss oil paintings that we have for sale on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, gray, black and purple. Gustave Poetzsch, Eugene Schmidt, Attila Vencel, Johann Jakob Biedermann and Albert Bierstadt took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and fabric, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
How Much are Swiss Oil Paintings?
Swiss oil paintings can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $2,795, while the lowest priced sells for $414 and the highest can go for as much as $147,500.
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- 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
- La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
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