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Magical London II, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Behshad Arjomandi
Located in Yardley, PA
An atmospheric painting of London with River Thames. Original cityscape oil painting. It was
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
London Skyline and Thames at Night - cityscape impressionism - contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
Gallery and online.
Tushar Sabale’s London Skyline and Thames at Night captures the electric splendour of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
19th century English View Boats on the Thames Estuary , London
Located in Woodbury, CT
J. Heal
The Thames Estuary, London, oil on canvas, circa 1890
This evocative maritime scene by J
Category
1890s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
John Duffin, Thames Dusk (Waterloo Bridge from Blackfriars Bridge)
By John Duffin
Located in Deddington, GB
Thames Dusk (Waterloo Bridge from Blackfriars Bridge) [2013]
Original
Landscape
Oil Paint on Canvas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lee Tiller, Swansong - Streatley on Thames, Original Impressionist Landscape Art
By Lee Tiller
Located in Deddington, GB
Lee Tiller
Swansong – Streatley on Thames
Contemporary Impressionist Painting
Oil Paint on Canvas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
London Panorama - Greenwich Shoreline, cityscape art, urban art, Thames art
By John Duffin
Located in Deddington, GB
alone.
London Panorama – Greenwich Shoreline – original oil painting by John Duffin
London skyline from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Modern British 20th century River landscape, On the Thames at Sonning
Located in Woodbury, CT
was a local person living and painting in the area of Sonning. He painted along the River Thames and
Category
1990s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
$1,960 Sale Price
20% Off
20th century English River landscape of Bisham Abbey on the Thames, Fisherman
By Alfred Augustus Glendening Senior
Located in Woodbury, CT
Alfred Augustus Glendening Senior (English, 1840–1921)
View along the Thames at Bisham Abbey, oil
Category
1910s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Very Large Decorative Oil on Canvas of a Victorian Naval Scene on the Thames
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Victorian ships on the Thames.
This is a wonderful painting that looks really quite exquisite in any
Category
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Impressionist mid century view of Hammersmith Bridge over the Thames London
Located in Woodbury, CT
Impressionist manner and on a small scale.
Acquiring a late 19th-century Impressionist painting of Hammersmith
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
River Thames and the Tower Bridge, London
by Charles Hug ( 1899 – 1979 )
Located in Knokke, BE
Charles Hug
St. Gallen 1899 – 1979 Zurich
Swiss Painter
'River Thames and the Tower Bridge, London
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
20th century Modern British , Henley Regatta, Rowing scene on the Thames UK
By Charles Bertie Hall
Located in Woodbury, CT
Choosing a contemporary English Impressionist figure painting inspired by Philip Wilson Steer
Category
1990s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
19th century English marine, The Thames at the Pool of London, original frame
By Bernard Benedict Hemy
Located in Woodbury, CT
Bernard Hemy - Bernard Benedict Hemy (1844 - 1910). Marine and Coastal painter in oil and
Category
1890s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
20th century View of Tower Bridge on the Thames in London, with boats, men
Located in Woodbury, CT
Interesting view of the Pool of London, an area known on the Thames near Tower Bridge where freight
Category
1930s English School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$2,360 Sale Price
20% Off
HUGH OIL PAINTING Tintern Abbey Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Piece GGF
Located in Ferndown, GB
” see pictures”
Fine Original Antique 19th Century British
OLD MASTER OIL PAINTING
Old Thames Scene
Category
Mid-19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Big Ben from Southbank - original impressionism cityscape - contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
London's most iconic landmarks, offering viewers a direct view from across the Thames. This oil on canvas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
A View of Big Ben - original impressionism cityscape - contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
London's most iconic landmarks, offering viewers a direct view from across the Thames. This oil on canvas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Southbank Riverside Shadows- original impressionism cityscape - contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
London's most iconic landmarks, offering viewers a direct view from across the Thames. This oil on canvas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Beverley Brook Seeks the Thames landscape oil painting by Katharine Rowe
By Katharine Rowe
Located in London, GB
This original oil on linen painting by British artist Katharine Rowe was painted on a September
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil on canvas river Thames
Located in Derbyshire, GB
Lambeth palace and the river.
Category
Antique 19th Century English Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Along the Thames Clovis Didier Oil on Panel French
By Clovis Francois Auguste Didier
Located in NEW YORK, NY
CLOVIS FRANÇOIS AUGUSTE DIDIER
French, 1858-1939
Along the Thames
Signed with initials and dated
Category
Late 19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Sunny Afternoon on the Thames
By Daniel Cuervo
Located in London, GB
Oil on board
100 x 77 cm
Materials
Board, Oil
Sunset on the Thames, London
Located in London, GB
beautiful original oil painting by Peter van Breda depicts sunset on the Thames in London. Peter’s chosen
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
20th Century Marine Oil Painting, Beached Boats on the Thames by C. Wagner
Located in Alexandria, VA
England. This early picture of the industrial Thames, bears a close relationship to his painting “The
Category
Antique 1890s German Paintings
Materials
Canvas
“Windsor Castle from the Thames”
By Edmund John Niemann
Located in Knutsford, GB
, Buckinghamshire, mostly painting out of doors. Though he especially enjoyed painting the scenery of the Thames and
Category
Mid-19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Alabaster
A Backwater, Sonning-on -Thames
By Edwin H. Boddington
Located in Woking, Surrey
in London, including the Royal Academy and the Royal Society of British artists. Views on the Thames
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Parliament building by the Thames
School of Canaletto, 18th Century
By Giovanni Antonio Canal (Canaletto)
Located in Lincoln, GB
This stunning painting of the Thames by the Parliament building is a gorgeous example and is
Category
Early 18th Century Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pollarded Willows on the riverbank of the Thames
By Henry John Boddington
Located in Ashford, Kent
Probably a view of Pollarded willows alongside the river Thames, it was a favoured area for him
Category
Mid-19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
United States Coast Guard Women
s Crew on the Thames River, New London, CT
Located in Stonington, CT
Women's Team is competing in all major regattas. In this dramatic painting the women's team of eight is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil Painting by August Ballin "Thames Barges"
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by August Ballin "Thames Barges" 1842- 1899 Born in Boulogne, studied with Jules
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil Painting by William Bradley "Pangbourne on Thames"
By William Bradley
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by William Bradley "Pangbourne on Thames" 1872 - 1889 Manchester landscape painter
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Post Impressionist Mid 20th Century Oil Painting River Thames London
Located in Cirencester, GB
truly at home. Inwood painted both in oil and in oil pastels. His paintings reflect the places he lived
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil Painting by Victor William Ellis "A Thames Barge, Evening"
By Victor William Ellis
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by Victor William Ellis "A Thames Barge, Evening" Victor William Ellis DSM, RSMA 1921
Category
1950s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil Painting by James Thomas Watts "A Busy Thames View"
By James Thomas Watts
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by James Thomas Watts "A Busy Thames View" 1853 - 1930 Pinter of Tranquil rural and
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil painting by Adolphe Ragon “On the Thames near Woolwich”
Located in Mere, GB
Oil painting by Adolphe Ragon “On the Thames near Woolwich”. Adolphe Ragon 1847 -1924. A Leigh – on
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th Century marine oil painting of shipping on the Thames
By Charles John de Lacy
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
Charles John de Lacy
British, (1856-1929)
River Thames at Sunset with St Paul’s Cathedral in the
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Thames River Scene Original Oil Painting J. Collier
Located in Toledo, OH
Summertime Thames river court oil painting on canvas by J. Collier. Vibrant scene with sailboats
Category
20th Century North American Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
On the Thames near Mapledurham - 19th Century English Landscape Oil Painting
By Henry John Kinnaird
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
presented in a fine quality giltwood swept frame.
As with all of the original antique oil paintings we sell
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
On the Thames at Goring - 19th Century Victorian Landscape Oil Painting
By Henry John Kinnaird
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
swept frame.
As with all of the original antique oil paintings we sell it is offered in the very finest
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
River Thames at Pangbourne Fine Victorian Signed Tranquil Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
oil painting on canvas, framed
canvas: 13" x 19.5" (33 x 39.5cm)
A very fine Victorian oil painting
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Thames near Hampton - 19th Century English River Landscape Oil Painting
By Henry John Boddington
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
Boddington (1811-1865).
As with all of the original antique oil paintings we sell it is offered in
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Dennis Syrett ROI (1932-) Impressionist SIGNED Oil Painting LONDON River Thames
By Dennis Syrett
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: Dennis Syrett ROI RSMA (1934-) British
TITLE: “Blackfriars Bridge River Thames London
Category
20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
River Thames by Moonlight - 19th Century Landscape Oil Painting Victorian London
By Henry Pether
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘The River Thames by Moonlight’ by Henry Pether (1800-1880). The painting which depicts an
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
RODNEY JOSEPH BURN (1899-1984) oil painting LONDON RIVER THAMES CHISWICK WINTER
Located in Cirencester, GB
London"
SIGNED: initialled lower right
MEDIUM: oil on canvas
SIZE: 54cm x 43cm inclusive of frame
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Post Impressionist 20th Century oil painting RIVER THAMES AT CHELSEA LONDON
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: Ronald Morgan RBA ROI (1936-2019) English
TITLE: "River Thames View, Chelsea, London
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mid 20th Century Oil - Thames at Tilbury
Located in Corsham, GB
A view of the River Thames at Tilbury, a town in the borough of Thurrock, Essex. Presented in an
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil Painting Pair by Edward Charles Williams "Scene Near Sonning on Thames"
By Edward Charles Williams
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting Pair by Edward Charles Williams "Scene Near Sonning on Thames" 1807 - 1881 E.C
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
River Thames by Moonlight - 19th Century Oil Painting Victorian London by Night
By Henry Pether
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘The River Thames by Moonlight’ by Henry Pether (1800-1880). The painting which depicts an
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Thames at Richmond - original modern art rural nature landscape oil painting
By Jonathan Trim
Located in London, Chelsea
the subject matter. A bright sky and verdant features reflect on the Thames below, rendered by the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Oil painting 20th Century English on the Thames with the Palace of Westminster
By Charles Bertie Hall
Located in Woodbury, CT
Wonderful Oil painting a late 20th-century view on the Thames with the Palace of Westminster
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Mid 20th Century Oil - Boats On The Thames
Located in Corsham, GB
down the Thames with St Paul's on the right. The painting has a naturalistic, industrial feel, similar
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
John Martin (Circle) The Valley Of The Thames Viewed From Richmond, Oil Painting
By John Martin
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This mid-19th-century oil painting depicts a view from Richmond Hill across a wide expanse of the
Category
19th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Stephen Sims - 20th Century Oil, London From The Thames
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming naive view of the London skyline from the Thames. The artist has signed to the lower
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Robert Scott - Contemporary Oil, Thames Barges at Tower Bridge
Located in Corsham, GB
An iconic view of Thames barges in front of London Bridge. Presented in a distressed gilt-effect
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Thames 8 - contemporary London view cityscape expressive oil board
By Brian Elwell
Located in London, GB
Director of Riverside Studios near Bath, and a member of Bath Art Society..
The London City paintings are a
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Henley on Thames Antique Oil Painting Riverscape 1870 Signed Harold Gregson
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Lovely English oil painting of Henley on Thames in Oxfordshire
Piece is signed in the bottom left
Category
Antique 1870s Paintings
Materials
Giltwood
Framed 20th Century Oil - Thames Barge in Full Sail
Located in Corsham, GB
Indistinctly signed to the lower right. Presented in an ornate gilt-effect frame with a decorative running motif. On canvas on stretchers.
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
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Find the exact thames oil painting you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. In our selection of items, you can find Impressionist examples as well as a Contemporary version. Finding the perfect thames oil painting may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right thames oil painting for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, gray, black and beige. Creating a thames oil painting has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Alfred Augustus Glendening Snr, Juan del Pozo, Alfred de Breanski Sr., Brian Elwell and Charles Bertie Hall are consistently popular. Artworks like these of any era or style can make for thoughtful decor in any space, but a selection from our variety of those made in paint, oil paint and fabric can add an especially memorable touch.
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A thames oil painting can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $4,375, while the lowest priced sells for $390 and the highest can go for as much as $128,500.
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It could be argued that cave walls were the canvases for the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict and elevate natural scenery through art, but there is a richer history to consider.
The Netherlands was home to landscapes as a major theme in painting as early as the 1500s, and ink-on-silk paintings in China featured mountains and large bodies of water as far back as the third century. Greeks created vast wall paintings that depicted landscapes and grandiose garden scenes, while in the late 15th century and early 16th century, landscapes were increasingly the subject of watercolor works by the likes of Leonardo da Vinci and Fra Bartolomeo.
The popularity of religious paintings eventually declined altogether, and by the early 19th century, painters of classical landscapes took to painting out-of-doors (plein-air painting). Paintings of natural scenery were increasingly realistic but romanticized too. Into the 20th century, landscapes remained a major theme for many artists, and while the term “landscape painting” may call to mind images of lush, grassy fields and open seascapes, the genre is characterized by more variety, colors and diverse styles than you may think. Painters working in the photorealist style of landscape painting, for example, seek to create works so lifelike that you may confuse their paint for camera pixels. But if you’re shopping for art to outfit an important room, the work needs to be something with a bit of gravitas (and the right frame is important, too).
Adding a landscape painting to your home can introduce peace and serenity within the confines of your own space. (Some may think of it as an aspirational window of sorts rather than a canvas.) Abstract landscape paintings by the likes of Korean painter Seungyoon Choi or Georgia-based artist Katherine Sandoz, on the other hand, bring pops of color and movement into a room. These landscapes refuse to serve as a background. Elsewhere, Adam Straus’s technology-inspired paintings highlight how our extreme involvement with our devices has removed us from the glory of the world around us. Influenced by modern life and steeped in social commentary, Straus’s landscape paintings make us see our surroundings anew.
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Questions About Thames 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.
- 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 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. - 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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