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"Tall Eucalytus, Sonoma" Large California Landscape Painting by Jacobus Baas
By Jacobus Baas
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Tall Eucalyptus, Sonoma" is a beautiful large oil painted by noted California artist Jacobus Baas
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Fine Mid 20th Century French Post-Impressionist Oil Autumn Tall Trees Golden
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Autumn Landscape
by Pierre PIOT (French, 1921-1998)
Oil on board, framed
Stamped verso,
framed: 14
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Escape Artist - Tall Figurative Landscape Painting Woman Birds Sky
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bay Area artist Michelle Fillmore found her love of oil painting at the University of Las Vegas
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Tall Witness
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Fairfield, CT
oil on canvas
Category
1990s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Price Upon Request
"A Tall Dark Stranger"
By Robert Berran
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Balantine books
Signed lower right.
Robert Berran has been a prolific romance and historical book cover illustrator since the 1970s.
Category
1990s Romantic Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
20th Century Modernist Painting Bare Tall Tree Over River Bank Landscape
By Bernard Labbe
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
French Landscape
by Bernard Labbe (French mid 20th century)
original oil on artist paper
size: 25
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
20th Century Modernist Painting Bare Tall Tree Over River Bank Landscape
By Bernard Labbe
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
French Landscape
signed by Bernard Labbe (French mid 20th century)
original oil on artist paper
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Before The Storm - Tall Original Oil on Canvas, Handsigned
By Jean-Baptiste Valadie
Located in Paris, IDF
Jean-Baptiste VALADIE
Before the storm
Oil on canvas
Signed right bottom (also signed and titled
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Tall Beeches II
By Phyllis Wolff
Located in Deddington, GB
Tall Beeches II [2014]
original
Oil on Canvas
Image size: H:90 cm x W:60 cm
Complete Size of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Tall Totem Tuesday
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Denver, CO
A stunning verticle painting by renowned Artist Hunt Slonem. The artist's renowned, stylized
Category
2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Two Lovers - Abstract Figurative Oil Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and Hong Kong.
This original 48-inch tall and 36-inch wide oil painting on canvas is wired and ready
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
French 20th Century Modernist Painting Tall White Plant In Vase Still Life
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
White Flower Still life
by Guy Nicod
(French 1923 - 2021)
oil on artist paper, unframed
painting
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$406 Sale Price
70% Off
French 20th Century Modernist Painting Tall Red Plant In Vase Still Life
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Red Plant Still Life
by Guy Nicod
(French 1923 - 2021)
oil on artist paper, unframed
painting : 20
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$509 Sale Price
62% Off
Fine Napoleonic Wars Period French Tall Ships at Sea, Signed Oil on canvas
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Sea, beautifully detailed with remarkable detailing.
Medium: oil on canvas, unframed
Size: 20 x
Category
20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
$1,314 Sale Price
20% Off
Maurice Mazeilie French Impressionist Signed Oil, Tall Ship in French Harbour
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
"Anchored in Harbour"
by Maurice Mazeilie (French)
oil painting on canvas, unframed, signed with
Category
1990s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
$623 Sale Price
35% Off
Where the Tall Grass Grows
By Brian Keith Stephens
Located in Denver, CO
"Where the Tall Grass Grows," is an original oil painting by Brian Keith Stephens. It is unframed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Cotton, Oil
1920
s French Signed Oil Old Naval Tall Sailing Ships at Sea Rocky Coastline
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Tall Ships off the Coast
French School, signed and dated 1927
oil on canvas, framed
dated 1927
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,747 Sale Price
20% Off
Tall Vase
By Willard Dixon
Located in Burlingame, CA
The charm of Still Life painting for the artist lies in the ability to manipulate ones subject
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Tall Houses on a Square in Brittany by the End of the Day Oil Pastel
By Marc Chaubaron
Located in Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
of oil pastel and other ingredients. The painting is textured with small reliefs. As opposite to dry
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Board
CRAIG KAUFFMAN “Phantom” 1982 Painting Red Yellow Black Green Blue 10 Feet Tall
By Craig Kauffman
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
A wonderful, museum caliber painting by Craig Kauffman.
Initialed "CK" and dated "82" in the lower
Category
1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Silk, Oil Crayon, Acrylic
"Flowers in Tall Vase with Melon" Turquoise Abstract Floral Still Life Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Turquoise abstract still life painting by Houston, TX artist David Adickes. The painting depicts
Category
2010s Abstract Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Tall Ships in the Harbor
By Paul Bernard King
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
, gold leaf frame.
This painting ships from San Diego, CA.
Category
Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
Summer Meadow, Landscape, Impressionism, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
as if you could step right into this scene and disappear into the tall grass. This oil painting is
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique Tall Ship Undersail Seascape 1940
s
By J. Niannino
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#5-2758a Circa 1940's oil seascape on wood plaque,signed lower right by J.Niannino
Category
1940s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$350 Sale Price
63% Off
10
Foot Tall Oil on Canvas Portrait of Louis Armstrong Folding Screen
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Large 10-foot tall artwork portrait of Louis Armstrong oil painted on a canvas fixed to a wood
Category
Vintage 1980s Paintings
Materials
Canvas
$3,150 Sale Price
25% Off
“Tall Ship Under Sail” Oil on Canvas by John Richard Perry ME 1984
Located in Westfield, MA
This evocative oil on canvas depicts a majestic tall ship pressing forward under full sail, its
Category
Vintage 1980s American Folk Art Paintings
Materials
Canvas
10
Foot Tall Oil on Canvas Portrait of Count Basie Light Up Folding Screen
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Large 10-foot tall artwork portrait of Duke Ellington oil painted on a canvas fixed to a wood
Category
Vintage 1980s Paintings
Materials
Canvas
10
Foot Tall Oil on Canvas Portrait of Ella Fitzgerald
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Large 10' foot tall artwork portrait of Ella Fitzgerald oil painted on a canvas fixed to a wood
Category
Vintage 1980s American Paintings and Screens
Materials
Canvas
$3,150 Sale Price
25% Off
French Impressionist Port Scene with Reflected Tall Houses and Moored Boats
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Signed: Bottom left corner
Size: 15.25 x 18.25 inches (height x width)
Oil painting on board, unframed
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$431 Sale Price
35% Off
The Gorch Fock II Tall Ship of the German Navy
By Louis Letouche
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Gorch Fock II
by Louis Letouche (French 1924-2015)
oil painting on linen canvas, stretched over
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
$766 Sale Price
20% Off
"Tall Story" - Large Contemporary Serene Desert Abstract in Gray and Earth Tones
Located in Carmel, CA
Tina Bluefield (American, born 1945)
"Tall Story" 2023
Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars
The artist
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
Misunderstanding in the tall grass Timothy Archer 21st Cent. Contemporary paint
By Timothy Archer
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint and pastel on canvas
Hand-signed and dated lower right by the artist
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Oil, Canvas
Mid 20th Century French Post-Impressionist Tall Blue Parisian Buildings
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
French School, late 20th century
signed Sinai
inscribed verso
oil painting on canvas, unframed
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$383 Sale Price
20% Off
A Tall Antique Italian Oil on Canvas, Embarking at Ostia, C. 1890, H-90 3/8 in
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon…
After Claude Lorrain, this tall oil on canvas painting measures over
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Lush Green Landscape with Tall Trees Framing a Quaint Country House
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Green Country House Landscape
signed by Regine David (female French artist, 1910-2018)
oil painting
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$712 Sale Price
20% Off
W.S. Lacey ‘British, 19th-20th Century’ Oil on Canvas "Tall Ship at Sail"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W.S. Lacey (British, 19th-20th century) oil on canvas "Tall Ship at Sail" sailing by a lighthouse
Category
Mid-20th Century English Other Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
$6,403 Sale Price
34% Off
Zig Zag 16-3-1 - Original Colorful Oil Painting Patterned Stripes with Texture
By Petra Rös-Nickel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
become topical once more.
This 34 inch tall by 51 inch wide oil painting on canvas is wired and ready
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
"Red Roof Oyster Barn", tall grass welcomes viewer into cottage by the sea
By Larry Horowitz
Located in Edgartown, MA
“People sometimes ask me how I start a painting. Starting a painting is easy. I just put down two
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Clifford Holmes Country Homestead with Tall Pines and Wildflowers c.1950
By Clifford Holmes
Located in San Francisco, CA
Clifford Holmes 1876-1963
Country Homestead with Tall Pines and Wildflowers c.1950
Original oil
Category
Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Italian Contemporary Art by Andrea Vandoni - Tall Woman on Short Canvas
By Andrea Vandoni
Located in Paris, IDF
impress and amaze for their realism and attention to detail. Subjects of his paintings are intriguing
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Twin Lighthouses Standing Tall Over a Calm Blue Seascape with Boats at Anchor
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Twin Lighthouses
signed by Fanch Lel (French b. 1930)
size: 8.75 x 10.5 inches
oil painting on
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Pom Pom" girl with bright blue eyes wearing a turtleneck and tall blue hat
By Fred Calleri
Located in Edgartown, MA
, and aims in his paintings for an emotional reaction from the viewer. Calleri uses the Master’s palette
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
10
Foot Tall Oil on Canvas Portrait of Count Basie Light Up Folding Screen
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Large 10-foot tall artwork portrait of Count Basie oil painted on a canvas fixed to a wood folding
Category
Vintage 1980s American Paintings and Screens
Materials
Canvas
Large Original Oil on Canvas Painting of Zeus and Hera, Italy circa 1700
s
Located in Round Top, TX
The colors remain vivid in this 4' tall original oil on canvas painting of Greek gods Zeus and Hera
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Classical Greek Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Quiet Beginning - Impressionist Green Landscape Painting on Canvas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sabrina Zhou’s Quiet Beginning, an intimate 9-inch tall by 11-inch wide oil painting on canvas, is
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Whisper of the Wind - Impressionist Landscape Painting on Canvas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sabrina Zhou’s Whisper of the Wind, a captivating 16-inch tall by 20-inch wide oil painting on
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Large French Pastoral Oil on Canvas by Adolphe Marais 1856-1940, H-64 3/8 Inches
Located in Dallas, TX
Measuring over 64 inches tall, this large oil on canvas painting by Adolphe Marais depicts a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
11
Foot Hand Painted Jazz Cityscape Oil on Canvas Screen
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Large 11' foot tall hand-painted artwork oil painting on a canvas featuring "Jazz" with two female
Category
Vintage 1980s Paintings and Screens
Materials
Canvas
$1,800 Sale Price
25% Off
Tall oil painting, signed Michel Nourry, 1969
Located in NANTES, FR
Large oil painting on paper affixed to a wooden panel. It is from artist Michel Nourry (1927-2006
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint, Paper
Original Oil Painting by Alex Cameron, Stand Tall, Oil on Canvas, Framed
By Alex Cameron
Located in Toronto, Ontario
the tube, the artist's glossy oil pigments create a three-dimensional effect on the canvas surface
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Tall Red
By Arthur Osver
Located in Carmel-by-the-sea, CA
Oil on Canvas
Category
1950s Paintings
Materials
Oil
Standing Tall
By Christy Kidwell
Located in San Antonio, TX
Artwork Size: 20" x 10"
Stately palm trees in oil on canvas panel painted en plein air, October
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas, Panel
Late 19th Century Antique Oil Painting of Cupids , Winged Angels 10 Feet Tall
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Here is an exquisite, Chute des Anges (Falling/Clinbing Angels) painted in oil on canvas which was
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Paintings
Materials
Paint
Tilting and Standing Tall
By Laurie Kalb
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Hearkening to abstract expressionism, Laurie Kalb’s work often contains abstracted vessels roughly sketched, which form energetic compositions of line and color, crowding the space c...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Where the Tall Grass Grows
By Brian Keith Stephens
Located in Boston, MA
In what appears to be a scene from a dream world, a dappled horse grazes in a field of neon pink and green. The artist's use of vivid color and choppy brushstrokes creates a captivat...
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
After The Storm Tall Trees River Stour
By Lynne Windsor
Located in Boston, MA
Featured in southwest art magazine, Lynne Windsor is an accomplished painter who has shown at The Albuquerque Museum since 2001 in the Miniatures Invitational.
Windsor 's skies ar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Tall panel of Oil on canvas, framed in a gold leaf frame
Located in Toronto, ON
The panel was a part of wall covering panels in Italian palazzo.
The painting is on a heavy canvas.
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton
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On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate tall oil painting for your needs in our varied inventory. Find Impressionist versions now, or shop for Impressionist creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. You’re likely to find the perfect tall oil painting among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a tall oil painting to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — find a piece on 1stDibs that incorporates elements of brown, gray, black, blue and more. There have been many interesting tall oil painting examples over the years, but those made by Brian Elwell, Louis Letouche, Jacobus Baas, Jill Matthews and Brian Keith Stephens are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in oil paint, paint and fabric.
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Questions About Tall Oil Painting
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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.
- 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.
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