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On the Thames nr Shillingford - Large 19th Century Sunset Landscape Oil Painting
By Robert Gallon
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
A large fine 19th century oil on canvas depicting an evening river sunset ‘On the Thames near
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

River Thames near Windsor - 19th Century Landscape Oil Painting of Royal Castle
By Edward H. Niemann
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
frame. As with all of the original antique oil paintings we sell it is offered in excellent condition
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Abandoned Thames Barges at Mistley - British 30 s exhibited marine oil painting
By John Whitlock Codner
Located in Hagley, England
An original oil on canvas by John Whitlock Codnor which was an exhibited work and still retains the
Category

1930s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century landscape oil painting of anglers fishing on the river Thames
By Benjamin Williams Leader
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
Benjamin Williams Leader RA British, (1831-1923) Fishing on the Thames near Goring Oil on canvas
Category

19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Fireworks on the Thames, London - British art river night landscape oil painting
By Laurence Henry Irving
Located in Hagley, England
This superb British 1950's Post Impressionist London nocturne landscape oil painting is by noted
Category

1950s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Thames Cornfield
By William Paton Burton
Located in Hillsborough, NC
Fine 19th century oil painting on canvas with gilt frame, this original work is signed Wm Paton in
Category

19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

C. 1830 s English Oil Lambeth Palace on River Thames, Fine Antique Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Lambeth Palace from the Thames English School, circa 1830's oil painting on canvas, framed painting
Category

Early 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Gate of London - Shipping on the Thames in Moonlight Antique Oil Painting
By Harry Halsey Meegan
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
This beautiful signed and dated 1922 oil on panel by Harry Halsey Meegan depicts shipping on the
Category

1920s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

19th Century River landscape oil painting of cattle by the Thames at Goring
By Henry H. Parker
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
Henry H Parker British, (1858-1930) Near Goring on Thames Oil on canvas, signed & dated (18)95
Category

19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th Century landscape oil painting of cattle by the River Thames near Henley
By Henry H. Parker
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
well as views of the Thames. He also spent time in Worcestershire and Wales painting the landscapes he
Category

19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

George - 1978 Oil, Oarsman on the Thames at Marlow
Located in Corsham, GB
An attractive oil painting, depicting landscape scene with an oarsman on the river Thames. Signed
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pair of 19th Century riverscape oil paintings of ships on the Thames in Kent
By Alfred Vickers
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
antique oil paintings, these works are offered in ready to hang gallery condition, having been
Category

19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Eton College and Chapel and the Banks of the River Thames.Victorian Oil Painting
By Robert Weir Allan
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
This original oil painting by Robert Weir Allan dating from the 1890s and is presented and supplied
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Lower Thames Fishing
By Eric Spencer Macky
Located in Soquel, CA
An American Impressionist landscape painting of the Thames River and fishing boats, France with the
Category

1910s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Pangbourne on Thames
By Alfred Augustus Glendening Senior
Located in Belgravia, London, London
Oil on canvas Canvas size: 16 x 30 inches Framed size: 24 x 38 inches Signed lower left
Category

19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Huge Victorian British Signed Painting Tranquil River Thames Pastoral Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The River Thames at Streatley by Edmund John Nieman (British, 1813-1876) signed lower middle oil
Category

19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

River Thames London Sunset over City Skyline Bridges Signed English Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
River Thames signed by J L Mawby oil on board, framed framed: 17 x 23 inches board: 11 x 5 inches
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

WILLIAM P. CARTWRIGHT (1855-1915) SIGNED OIL - CATTLE WATERING RIVER THAMES
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
on the River Thames, Richmond. Medium: oil painting on canvas, framed. Size: painting: 14 x 20
Category

19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

18th century British Painting - View of Westminster - London Thames Canaletto
Located in Aartselaar, BE
18th century British cityscape depicting the iconic Westminster palace from the Thames with
Category

18th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

River Thames - original city London painting Contemporary art - 21st Century
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
The Original City Landscape painting by Juan del Pozo is painted on deep edge stretched canvas and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

River Thames London City Skyline St. Paul’s Cathedral Modern British Signed Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
London skyline Medium: oil painting on board, unframed board : 12.5 x 16 inches Provenance: private
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Garrett Fallon - Large Signed 1988 London Oil, The Thames at Waterloo Bridge
By Garrett Fallon
Located in Corsham, GB
A large 1988 oil painting of a London view by Garrett Fallon, signed and dated to the lower right
Category

1980s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The River Thames London Skyline, Houses of Parliament Big Ben, signed oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
, viewed from the River Thames and over the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. Medium: oil painting on
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Thomas Spinks (1847-1927) - Early 20th Century Oil, The Thames near Pangbourne
By Thomas Spinks
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming oil study depicting a man traveling down the Thames on a rowboat. Cows graze in the
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

John Duffin, Thames Bridge East, Original Cityscape Painting, Urban London Art
By John Duffin
Located in Deddington, GB
John Duffin Thames Bridges East Original Cityscpae Painting Oil Paint on Canvas Canvas Size: H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Eton College Chapel at Sunset viewed from River Thames, signed antique Oil
By James Lewis
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
viewed from the River Thames at sunset. Medium: signed oil painting on canvas, framed. framed: 12.5 x
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Windsor Castle at Sunset from the River Thames, Signed Antique English Oil
By James Lewis
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Castle at Sunset, as viewed from the River Thames Medium: signed oil painting on canvas, framed. framed
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century Landscape painting On the Thames by Sidney Richard Percy
By Sidney Richard Percy
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
'On the Thames' by Sidney Richard Percy is a beautiful 19th Century Landscape painting.With cattle
Category

19th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Houses of Parliament Westminster Bridge River Thames in the Fog - Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Houses of Parliament by Richard Ewen, signed and dated 1986 oil painting on canvas: 20 x 24
Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th century English Antique view of the Thames Estuary on the River Thames, UK
By Edward Henry Eugene Fletcher
Located in Woodbury, CT
19th century English Antique view of the Thames Estuary on the River Thames this is the area where
Category

1890s Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

The River Thames London, at Sunset
Located in West Sussex, GB
Arthur K Maderson (b.1942) Irish The River Thames London, at Sunset Oil on board: 32 x 44 in
Category

1980s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Morning On The River Thames, Barnes, circa 1935
By Ruskin Spear
Located in Blackwater, GB
Large circa 1935 view of the River Thames, Barnes with a figure rowing in the distance, oil on board by
Category

19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Oliver Warman, The river Thames from Richmond Hill
By Oliver Warman RBA ROI
Located in Harkstead, GB
Oliver Warman, R.B.A., R.O.I. (1932-2017) Richmond Hill, signed, oil on board, 15 x 18 inches The
Category

20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Victorian English Steam and sail ships on the Thames, London
Located in Woodbury, CT
painting. He exhibited at the Abbey Gallery and the Walker Galleries in London. This is an oil on canvas
Category

1880s Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th century English View Boats on the Thames at Greenwich London
Located in Woodbury, CT
J. Heal The Pool of London on the Thames, oil on canvas, circa 1890 This finely detailed oil on
Category

1890s Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

River Thames from Clivedon Woodland Garden London by 20th Century British Artist
Located in Preston, GB
River Thames from Clivedon Woodland Garden London by 20th Century British Artist, Victor Elford
Category

20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Colliers lying in the Thames at Deptford and unloading their cargoes for London
By Peter Monamy
Located in Stoke, Hampshire
Peter Monamy (London 1681-1749) Colliers lying in the Thames at Deptford and unloading their
Category

18th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th century English View of St.Pauls Cathedral from there River Thames, London
By William Langley
Located in Woodbury, CT
William Langley Painter in oil of rural landscapes and coastal scenes who was working in the early
Category

1890s Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

English Impressionist view of London Bridge from the River Thames, with Red Bus
By Charles Bertie Hall
Located in Woodbury, CT
View of London Bridge from the River Thames with a London Bus crossing the bridge. Whilst painting
Category

1980s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

English Impressionist view of St.Pauls from the River Thames, at sunset , London
By Charles Bertie Hall
Located in Woodbury, CT
Outstanding view of St.Pauls Cathedral from the River Thames at Sunset, London, UK Charles Bertie
Category

2010s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Victorian English Steam and sail ships looking at St.Pauls on the Thames, London
Located in Woodbury, CT
painting. He exhibited at the Abbey Gallery and the Walker Galleries in London. This is an oil on canvas
Category

1880s Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th century English Antique view of the Pool of London, on the River Thames
By Edward Henry Eugene Fletcher
Located in Woodbury, CT
Sussex, where he died in 1945. Fletcher worked largely in the City, painting scenes of the Thames and
Category

1890s Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Late 20th century view of the the River Thames, at Westminster, with Big Ben
Located in Woodbury, CT
Interesting and well-painted view of the Thames in London with the Palace of Westminster, Ben Ben
Category

1980s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Gathering Roses Henley-on-thames Oil John Haynes Williams Lady House Roses
By John Haynes-Williams 1
Located in Wiltshire, GB
"Gathering Roses, Henley-on-Thames" oil painting by John Haynes Williams 1836-1908 was a member of
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Paintings

Thames Runnymede Oil Painting by Hugh Boycott Brown
By Hugh Boycott-Brown 1
Located in Wiltshire, GB
Thames Runnymede Hugh Boycott Brown, 1909-1990. Painter of coastal views around East Anglia
Category

Early 20th Century English Paintings

Oil Painting on Canvas of Tug Boat on Thames, London
Located in Salisbury, GB
An oil painting on canvas of a tugboat with lighters on the Thames, London in the background
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Paintings

"On the Thames" Pair of Oil Paintings by George Dafters
Located in Wiltshire, GB
"On the Thames" pair of oil paintings by George Dafters. George E. Dafters flourished in
Category

Mid-20th Century Paintings

18th Century View of Westminster, London, from The Thames – Oil on Canvas
Located in London, GB
A Naive School oil depicting The City of Westminster, London from the Thames. Oil on canvas
Category

18th Century Baroque Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Thames Barges Racing On The Orwell
By Edward Seago
Located in London, GB
Oil on Board 16 x 24 inches (40 x 60 cm) Provenance - Marlborough Gallery
Materials

Oil

Oil on Canvas Thames Embankment 1948; Donald Chisholm Towner
By Donald Chisholm Towner
Located in Alexandria, VA
The scene in this landscape appears to be the Thames embankment at the Tower of London. Signed
Category

Mid-20th Century British Paintings

Kenneth Green (Australian 1916-1973) Thames Barges
By Kenneth Green
Located in Pymble, AU
Kenneth Green (Australian 1916-1973) was well known for his city and landscape paintings
Category

Mid-20th Century Tonalist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Board

Victor William Ellis (1921-1983) Boats in the Thames Estuary
By Victor William Ellis
Located in Pymble, AU
Victor William Ellis was a British artist, best known for his marine renderings in oil mainly
Category

20th Century Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Oil Painting of Richmond Over Thames by James Isiah Lewis
Located in Port Chester, NY
landscapes, often in the London area. This oil shows the Thames, and a lovely country house, in an original
Category

Antique 19th Century English Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

View over the River Thames from Richmond Hill 2003, Martin Yeoman. oil painting
By Martin Yeoman
Located in Kingsclere, Hampshire
Martin Yeoman was born in 1953, and studied with Peter Greenham at the Royal Academy Schools, London, from 1975 to 1979. He was awarded scholarships that allowed him to further study...
Category

Early 2000s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A View Along the Thames
By Henry H. Parker
Located in Toronto, ON
Henry H Parker (British, 1858-1930) A View Along the Thames Oil on canvas; Signed "Henry H
Category

Late 19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Contemporary painting on canvas London cityscape - Big Ben, Thames river, bridge
By Volodymyr Zayichenko
Located in London, GB
Contemporary painting on canvas London riverside cityscape - Big Ben, Thames river, bridge Artist
Category

2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic

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Thames Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

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.

How Much is a Thames Oil Painting?

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.

Finding the Right Landscape-paintings for You

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.

Whether you’re seeking works by the world’s most notable names or those authored by underground legends, find a vast collection of landscape paintings on 1stDibs.

Questions About Thames Oil Painting
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    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.
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    Jan 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 ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Oil 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, 2024
    The 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, 2024
    A 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2022
    To 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, 2023
    Because 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, 2021
    Any 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, 2022
    The 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, 2022
    To 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, 2024
    Yes, 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To 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, 2022
    The 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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