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Ballerina - original mongolian traditional realist dancer oil painting modern
Located in London, Chelsea
This original oil painting is sold without the frame. This attractive portrait of a dancer is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Contemporary Traditional wentieth Century Oil Landscape Painting of Fisherman
By Frits Johan Goosen
Located in ludlow, GB
Oil Painting in a traditional Dutch style.
FRITS GOOSEN RSMA
Dutch, born 1943
Frits Goosen was
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Contemporary Traditional Marine Oil painting of Racing Dutch Barges
By Frits Johan Goosen
Located in ludlow, GB
Contemporary Traditional Marine Oil painting of Racing Dutch Barges
A small gem by Frits Goosen who
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique English Oil Painting Old Traditional Cottages
Farmyard Buildings
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Old Farmyard Buildings
by Eva Walbourn (British, active 1880-1930)
oil on board, framed
framed
Category
Early 20th Century English School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Contemporary Traditional Marine Oil Painting of Penzance Harbour by Night
Located in ludlow, GB
Contemporary Traditional Marine Oil Painting of Penzance Harbour by Night with church in
Category
20th Century Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Romanian Folk Art Oil Painting Traditional Wedding Naive Primitive Transylvania
By Nicolae Patru
Located in Surfside, FL
known for his sculpture and paintings.
Category
20th Century Folk Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Traditional Rural English Countryside Oil Painting Children Fishing Old Pond
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Fishing the Pond
by Edward 'Ted' Dyer (British, b. 1940)
signed oil on canvas, framed
artist
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Cloud Icon XVIII (Traditional Hudson River Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas)
By Jane Bloodgood-Abrams
Located in Hudson, NY
oil on canvas
30 x 30 inches
35 x 35 inches framed
Jane Bloodgood-Abrams has received critical
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hudson River School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1890s Traditional Mountain Fall Landscape Oil Painting of Clear Creek, Colorado
By Charles Partridge Adams
Located in Denver, CO
This stunning 1890 oil painting captures the breathtaking beauty of Clear Creek, Colorado, with its
Category
Late 19th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Reading by Lamplight" - Contemporary still life oil painting, traditional style
By Tim McGuire
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
An oil painting of an interior soaked in hues of blue. A traditional wooden chair is pulled out
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1943 expansive oil painting of a lady in traditional French costume, reds
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
A very engaging and expansive oil painting by the Lyonnaise artist Jean Dulac. The oil painting
Category
20th Century Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Jewish Sephardic Sage Rabbi or Chacham in Traditional Dress Judaica Oil Painting
Located in Surfside, FL
Rare Sefardic Judaic painting. Depicting a jewish scholar or sage signed illegibly.
Category
20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Renewal
By Cara Enteles
Located in Westport, CT
in the work.
Enteles uses a combination of traditional oil painting techniques and silkscreen
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Metal
Clover on My MInd
By Cara Enteles
Located in Westport, CT
in the work.
Enteles uses a combination of traditional oil painting techniques and silkscreen
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Metal
Rufous and Milkweed
By Cara Enteles
Located in Westport, CT
the depth of space in the work.
Enteles uses a combination of traditional oil painting techniques and
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Traditional Figurative Fireside Genre Scene Painting
By Hugh Collins
Located in Houston, TX
Lovely traditional fireside genre scene painting by artist Hugh Collins from 1866. Framed in a gold
Category
1860s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Seen in Passing
By Cara Enteles
Located in Westport, CT
the depth of space in the work.
Enteles uses a combination of traditional oil painting techniques and
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Plexiglass, Oil, Screen
Early Fall
By Cara Enteles
Located in Westport, CT
in the work.
Enteles uses a combination of traditional oil painting techniques and silkscreen
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Metal
$6,500
Dill Flowers
By Cara Enteles
Located in Westport, CT
the depth of space in the work.
Enteles uses a combination of traditional oil painting techniques and
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Plexiglass, Screen
"Autumn" Oil Painting 38" x 31.5" inch by Sasha Sokolova
Located in Culver City, CA
process.
These days I mainly focus on traditional oil painting on canvas in the studio. I can see beauty
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Eucalyptus 2" Oil Painting 34.5" x 34.5" inch by Sasha Sokolova
Located in Culver City, CA
process.
These days I mainly focus on traditional oil painting on canvas in the studio. I can see beauty
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Ferry Inn, Large Traditional English Oil, Signed
By John Sinclair-Black
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Ferry Inn
By British artist, John Sinclair-Black, 20th Century
Oil painting on canvas, framed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Purple Sky" Oil Painting 27" x 39" inch by Sasha Sokolova
Located in Culver City, CA
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These days I mainly focus on traditional oil painting on canvas in the studio. I can see beauty
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Eucalyptus 1" Oil Painting 39" x 28" inch by Sasha Sokolova
Located in Culver City, CA
process.
These days I mainly focus on traditional oil painting on canvas in the studio. I can see beauty
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Bread and Eggs - modern oil painting realism still life dutch traditional food
By Anne Songhurst
Located in London, Chelsea
Evoking the paintings of Dutch Masters, Anne Songhurst's beautiful contemporary still life is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique French Barbizon Landscape oil painting, Riverside oil painting
Located in AIGNAN, FR
19th century Antique French landscape oil painting in traditional Barbizon style, unsigned. A path
Category
Late 19th Century Barbizon School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Invasive Beauties
By Cara Enteles
Located in Westport, CT
in the work.
Enteles uses a combination of traditional oil painting techniques and silkscreen
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Metal
Pegsdon Hill, landscape, traditional, original art, contemporary modern painting
By Tim Woodcock-Jones
Located in Deddington, GB
Pegsdon Hill in Bedfordshire by Tim Woodcock Jones.
Original oil painting on canvas.
Signed and
Category
2010s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H. Zohurihn - 20th Century Oil, Girl in Traditional Clothing
Located in Corsham, GB
Signed to the lower left-hand corner. Presented in an ornate, gilt-effect frame. On canvas on stretchers.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
"3 Ladies" contemporary figurative painting, traditional interior with patterns
By Kelly Carmody
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
A painting showing three women around a coffee table. The painting is done primarily in neutral
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Spring Thaw
By Cara Enteles
Located in Riverdale, NY
in the work. I use a combination of traditional oil painting techniques and silkscreen printing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Aluminum
LARGE SIGNED ENGLISH OIL - CLASSIC TALL SHIP ENTERING OLD TRADITIONAL HARBOUR
By Norman Olley
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: Norman Olley, signed and dated 1970
Title: Peleus entering Harbour
Medium: oil
Category
20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Catboats, " Coastal Landscape Oil Painting
By Daniel Pollera
Located in Westport, CT
This traditional coastal oil painting by contemporary realist painter Daniel Pollera captures two
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Oil
Winter - 19th Century Traditional Oil, Snow in Woodland Landscape by A Normann
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Oil on canvas, circa 1885. Signed lower right. Framed dimensions are 23 inches high by 27 inches
Category
Late 19th Century Naturalistic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"North Channel, " Coastal Landscape Oil Painting
By Daniel Pollera
Located in Westport, CT
This traditional coastal oil painting by contemporary realist painter Daniel Pollera captures a
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Oil
Vintage English Signed Oil Nocturnal Street Lamp Lit Traditional Antique Shop
By Deborah Jones
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: Deborah Jones (British 1921-2012), signed
Title: The Antique Shop
Medium: oil
Category
20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Beard I
By Akihiko Sugiura
Located in New Orleans, LA
, reconsidering the very act of viewing, and reassessing traditional oil painting.
I want to draw viewers into
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Untitled
By Akihiko Sugiura
Located in New Orleans, LA
, reconsidering the very act of viewing, and reassessing traditional oil painting.
I want to draw viewers into
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"A Day Sail, " Coastal Landscape Oil Painting
By Daniel Pollera
Located in Westport, CT
This traditional coastal oil painting by contemporary realist painter Daniel Pollera depicts a
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Oil
Early American Traditional European Cowboy Portrait
By Elizabeth Fullick
Located in Houston, TX
Oil painting of a man posed in a traditional European portrait painting style. The painting is
Category
Early 1900s Naturalistic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique mountain landscape oil painting, 19th Century Romantic, French Alps
Located in AIGNAN, FR
charming very traditional 'romantic' oil painting on stretched canvas. Mounains in the backdrop and
Category
Late 19th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique French Barbizon landscape oil painting of trees and houses
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Antique French landscape oil painting in traditional Barbizon style, signed in the lower right
Category
Early 1900s French School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Landscape oil painting, French School, attributed to Louis Guy
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Antique French landscape oil painting in traditional Barbizon style, attributed to Louis Guy (1824
Category
1880s French School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique portrait of a woman, French romantic oil painting, female portrait
Located in AIGNAN, FR
attractive, traditional 19th Century French oil painting in its original frame.
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Category
1840s Romantic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Arc de Triomphe Paris Signed French Impressionist Oil Painting on Canvas
By William Mercier
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
: 15 x 21.5 inches
framed: 21 x 28 inches
Beautiful traditional French Impressionist oil painting on
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Traditional Mind/Body/Paint Problem
By Adam Gunn
Located in Montreal, Quebec
My painting practice began with subverting the idea of a still life to create an absurd experience
Category
2010s Abstract Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Traditional and contemporary still life with Italian yellow lemons
By Gianluca Corona
Located in Milan, IT
who used the classical method of oil painting: Donizetti. A method that has shown its longevity.
The
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Portrait of a gentleman, traditionally identified as Thomas Carey
By Paul II van Somer
Located in Stoke, Hampshire
Circle of Paul van Somer (Antwerp c. 1577-1621 London)
Portrait of a gentleman, traditionally
Category
17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Traditional English Landscape Countryside Scene by 20th Century British Artist
By Peter Coulthard
Located in Preston, GB
Traditional English Landscape Countryside Scene by 20th Century Modern British Artist
Art measure
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil
Paralized Paradise / oil on wood
By Chikako Okada
Located in Burlingame, CA
paintings, bridge traditional realism with magical realism and surrealism. The artist uniquely addresses
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
Delivery Boy / oil on canvas, framed
By Chikako Okada
Located in Burlingame, CA
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Chikako Okada’s autobiographical oil paintings, bridge traditional realism with magical realism and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil
Benedict Flanagan, Blue Jar, London Art, Still Life Art, Traditional Food Art
By Benedict Flanagan
Located in Deddington, GB
Benedict Flanagan
Blue Jar
Original Still Life Painting
Oil Paint on Canvas Board
Board Size: H
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
Cherry Blossom
By Joss Parker
Located in New York, NY
, Keith Harring, Kenny Scharf, & Andy Howell. His artistic academics began with traditional oil painting
Category
2010s Pop Art Mixed Media
Materials
Mixed Media
Tears Are Yet To Come / oil on wood
By Chikako Okada
Located in Burlingame, CA
paintings, bridge traditional realism with magical realism and surrealism. The artist uniquely addresses
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
The Center of the Universe / oil on canvas, framed
By Chikako Okada
Located in Burlingame, CA
excellent. Artist signed, titled, dated Verso.
Chikako Okada’s autobiographical oil paintings, bridge
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil
"Sailing Out to Sea, " Contemporary Realistic Painting
By Daniel Pollera
Located in Westport, CT
This traditional coastal oil painting by contemporary realist painter Daniel Pollera captures a
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Board
Large Canadian Mexican Modernist Figurative Abstract Collage Painting Landscape
By Leonard Brooks
Located in Surfside, FL
painting techniques including: Watercolor A Challenge (1957); Oil Painting Traditional and New (1959); Wash
Category
1980s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Laid Paper
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Traditional Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of traditional oil paintings is available on 1stDibs. There are many Impressionist, Modern and Contemporary versions of these works for sale. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. You can search the traditional 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, beige and blue. Many versions of these artworks are appealing in their rich colors and composition, but Jane Bloodgood-Abrams, Jerry Malzahn, Robert Beck, Harold Vincent Skene and Olga Antonova produced especially popular works that are worth a look. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and canvas, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years. If space is limited, there are small traditional oil paintings measuring 1.97 across, while our inventory also includes pieces up to 72 inches across to better suit those in the market for large iterations.
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Traditional oil paintings can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $1,911, while the lowest priced sells for $180 and the highest can go for as much as $42,000.
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Painting is an art form that has spanned innumerable cultures, with artists using the medium to tell stories, explore and communicate ideas and express themselves. To bring abstract paintings, landscape paintings, still-life paintings and other original paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.
When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.
Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs.
Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.
No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel.
Download the 1stDibs app, which includes a handy “View on Wall” feature that allows you to see how a particular artwork will look on a particular wall, and read about how to arrange wall art. And if you’re searching for the perfect palette for your interior design project, what better place to turn than to the art world’s masters of color?
On 1stDibs, you’ll find an expansive collection of paintings and other fine art for your home or office. Browse abstract paintings, portrait paintings, paintings by emerging artists and more today.
Questions About Traditional Oil Paintings
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Traditional Indian painting is a type of artwork produced in India. The earliest surviving works are murals produced from the 2nd century BCE through the 10th century AD. Various painting traditions emerged from different regions. Examples include Mughal, Deccan, Rajput and Pahari painting. You'll find a range of Indian art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A traditional Tibetan Buddhist painting is called a Thangka. The painting is usually executed on cotton, and it may portray a Buddhist deity or mandala designs. Some Thangkas also depict the life of the Buddha. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Thangkas.
- What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
- La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
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.
- 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 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.
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