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Fork in the River, Color Field Naive Patterns in Pastel Tones, Vertical Painting
Located in Barcelona, ES
"Fork in the River" is an abstract painting by Spanish artist Natalia Roman. It is a beautiful
Category
2010s Color-Field Abstract Paintings
Materials
Archival Ink, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Archival Paper
And a Lemon by Millie Gosch, Framed Vertical Impressionist Still-Life Painting
By Millie Gosch
Located in Atlanta, GA
'And a Lemon' is an Impressionist framed oil on board still-life painting created by American
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Into the Garden by Anne Harney, Contemporary Vertical Floral Still Life Painting
By Anne Harney
Located in Atlanta, GA
mix of imagination. “I prefer to begin my work from life. My landscape paintings usually follow me
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Kiss Me
Contemporary Figurative Oil Portrait Painting
By Nguyen Van Cuong
Located in Rye, NY
‘Kiss Me’ is a large contemporary oil on canvas portrait painting of vertical format, created by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Miracle by Allison Chambers, Oil Landscape Painting
By Allison Chambers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Explore 'Miracle' by Allison Chambers, a beautiful vertical oil on canvas painting that captures
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Beginning - Historic Purple Color Field Oil Painting
By Martin Canin
Located in New York, NY
Martin Canin's "Beginning" is a large 60 x 40 inch vertical purple color-field oil painting, dated
Category
1970s Color-Field Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Currant. Still-life, flowers, vertical, impressionism
Located in Oslo, NO
painting is characterized by strong brushstrokes and thickly applied oil paint, which gives the composition
Category
2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Classic Vertical Nude - Mixed Media by Leon Dusso
Located in Pasadena, CA
This delicate oil and ink painting on panel by Dusso depicts a beautiful and graceful woman seen
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Nude Paintings
Materials
Ink, Oil
Raventos CADAQUES Small Vertical original expressionist acrylic canvas
By Maria Asuncion Raventos
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
exhibitions.
She officially opened a painting and etching exhibition and would present new techniques to the
Category
Late 20th Century Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Deconstructed Gems, Abstract Geometric Primary Tones Transitions, Vertical Grid
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This abstract geometric acrylic painting is a vibrant and playful composition that draws
Category
2010s Bauhaus Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache
Elegance
Large Oil on Canvas Figurative Portrait Painting
By Nguyen Van Cuong
Located in Rye, NY
‘Elegance’ is a large contemporary oil on canvas portrait painting of vertical format created by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Font Diaz abstract Little Vertical Gentle. Original mixed media
By Font Diaz
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
Manel Font Díaz (Barcelona, 1950) is an artist focused especially on painting, first trained at the
Category
1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel
Abstract Composition with Seven Colors: Abstract Minimalist Oil Painting
Located in Hudson, NY
Vertical Abstract minimalist oil painting in a subdued palette of dark stone blue, black, and green
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Oil
Textured Abstract Impressionist Modern Vertical Green Cityscape with Boats
Located in Houston, TX
Textured abstract impressionist painting of boats at a dock along a green toned cityscape. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Plus Ultra, Small Vertical Multicolored Blue Red Abstract Natural Landscape
By Gabe Brown
Located in Kent, CT
collection. Portraying a vast internal landscape of color and texture this painting's intricate layers pulls
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Panel
Deep Well, Small Vertical Blue Red Yellow Abstract Natural Landscape
By Gabe Brown
Located in Kent, CT
collection. Portraying a vast internal landscape of color and texture this painting's intricate layers pulls
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Panel
Early Autumn Lake, Vertical Canvas, Geometric Astronomy Charts, Purple, Yellow
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
"Early Autumn Lake" is a painting by Spanish artist Natalia Roman. Inspired by nature and geometry
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor
Echo, Vertical Brown Tan Multicolored Abstract Natural Landscape with Bird
By Gabe Brown
Located in Kent, CT
to any collection. Portraying a vast internal landscape of color and texture this painting
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Panel
Ile Perot, vertical abstract landscape, Green, Yellow, White, Hi-gloss
By Marie Danielle Leblanc
Located in Riverdale, NY
Ile Perot is an abstracted landscape filled with green and yellow. It is oil and pigment on wood
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Varnish, Oil, Pigment
Pale Gray Number Three, Large Vertical Gray Tones Fabric, Realistic, Sheets
By Lalani Nan
Located in Kent, CT
A large, vertical 56 x 48 inch painting in gray/blue tones. This painting is an exquisite example
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pink Bird Window View, Abstract Flamingo, Geometric Shapes, Orange Red Vertical
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
These series of paintings by Natalia Roman gather their inspiration from geometric, minimalist
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache
Unequilibrium (Vertical Abstract Green Wood Wall Sculpture with Orange Accents)
By Susan Stover
Located in Hudson, NY
", made by Susan Stover in 2024
wood, oil paint, varnish, waxed linen thread
64 x 42 inches
Lightweight
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Thread, Acrylic, Cardboard, Wood, Oil
Early Riser, Large Luminous Vertical Abstract Blue Soft Shapes Light Gray
By Margaret Neill
Located in Kent, CT
Margaret Neill's 72 x 56 inch oil on canvas, EARLY RISER, investigates the properties of abstract
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ebbing Light (Vertical Landscape Influenced by Hudson River School) Gold Frame
By Judy Reynolds
Located in Hudson, NY
landscapes and still-life paintings in either oil or pastel medium for over 30 years. As a native of the
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Black and White 1, Petite Vertical Botanical Abstract on Paper
By Debora Stewart
Located in Atlanta, GA
, expressive and often have references to nature. She works in soft pastel, mixed media acrylic paintings and
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Paper, Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite
Black and White 4, Petite Vertical Botanical Abstract on Paper
By Debora Stewart
Located in Atlanta, GA
, expressive and often have references to nature. She works in soft pastel, mixed media acrylic paintings and
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Paper, Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite
Black and White 3, Petite Vertical Botanical Abstract on Paper
By Debora Stewart
Located in Atlanta, GA
, expressive and often have references to nature. She works in soft pastel, mixed media acrylic paintings and
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Paper, Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite
Black and White 2, Petite Vertical Botanical Abstract on Paper
By Debora Stewart
Located in Atlanta, GA
, expressive and often have references to nature. She works in soft pastel, mixed media acrylic paintings and
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Paper, Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite
Night Climb, Small Vertical Blue Brown Abstract Natural Landscape on Linen
By Gabe Brown
Located in Kent, CT
collection. Portraying a vast internal landscape of color and texture this painting's intricate layers pulls
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Panel
Moving Slow By Andrea Costa 2018, Large Vertical Impressionist Landscape Paintin
By Andrea Costa
Located in Atlanta, GA
inspiration for her luminous and masterful landscape paintings.
Costa approaches each painting by exploring
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Oil
Something Passed On:Vertical Contemporary Color Block Abstract, Blue, Black, Red
Located in Hudson, NY
"Something Passed On" , painted by Hudson Valley artist, Hue Thi Hoffmaster, in 2022
oil on canvas
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Bringing Light, Susan Kinsella 2018 Figurative Coastal Oil on Canvas Painting
By Susan Kinsella
Located in Atlanta, GA
'Bringing Light' is a vertical figurative oil on canvas coastal painting created by American artist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Large Vertical Neutral and White Toned Modern Abstract Flower Close Up
Located in Houston, TX
Modern abstract painting of a close up of a neutral and white toned flower. Signed in the lower
Category
1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Town on The Sea, Vertical Bauhaus Grid Pattern, Vivid Primary Tones Architecture
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This abstract geometric acrylic painting is a vibrant and playful composition that draws
Category
2010s Bauhaus Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache
Houlgate by Christian Nepo, Large Impressionist Oil on Canvas Seascape Painting
By Christian Nepo
Located in Atlanta, GA
'Houlgate' is a large Impressionist oil on canvas seascape painting created by French artist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Vertical Section" Pop-Art Americana Blue/23 Kt. Gold Leaf Star Composition
By Charlotte Andry Gibbs
Located in Wellesley, MA
"Vertical Section"
23 Karat Gold Leaf and Oil on LInen
30 x 24 Inches
Charlotte Gibbs’ "flag
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
Deep in the Forest, Abstract Gestures on Cream, Vertical Colorful, Brush Stroke
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
"Deep in the Forest" is an abstract painting diptych by Spanish artist Natalia Roman. It is a
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache
Tire Swing, Vertical Landscape in Green, Blue, Brown with Woman, Tree, Flowers
By KK Kozik
Located in Kent, CT
A barefoot girl in a blue dress swings on a tire swing hanging from a tree in this vertical
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Cascading Blossoms,
Small Vertical Post-Impressionist Orchid Still Life
By Lesley Powell
Located in Atlanta, GA
This post-impressionist painting depicts a white orchid in a blue and white china vase. The
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Spring Eternal II" Vertical Acrylic, Pastels, Pencils Abstract in Pinks 72x60
By Karina Gentinetta
Located in New York, NY
"Spring Eternal II" 2024, 72" H x 60" W. Large-scale abstract painting consisting of acrylic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, House Paint, Acrylic, Carbon Pencil, Color Pencil
Ash Grove, Vertical Abstract Landscape in Teal Blue, Navy, Purple and Yellow
By Gabe Brown
Located in Kent, CT
humanity. Our choices in life can be amazing portals for adventure.”
Brown’s paintings create a secret
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Panel
Abstract Composition with Six Colors (No. 5): Abstract Minimalist Oil Painting
Located in Hudson, NY
Vertical Abstract minimalist oil painting in a subdued palette of dark stone blue, black
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Acrylic
Along the Way by J Austin Jennings 2020 Large Vertical Framed Abstract
By J Austin Jennings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Jennifer Austin Jennings, a native of Dayton, Ohio has been an exhibiting artist and art educator for more than 25 years. Her close connection with nature provides inspiration for sc...
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wax, Oil
As is You Never Left by Doug Foltz, Large Vertical Contemporary Landscape
By Doug Foltz
Located in Atlanta, GA
something new about the world, and more importantly, the relationship we share with it. Painting has long
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Portrait of Lucie Valor, Medium Size Vertical Figurative Mixed Media on Canvas
Located in Atlanta, GA
Welcome to Heritage, our carefully curated collection of French vintage and antique paintings. We
Category
Mid-20th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"At the End of the Day" vertical seascape landscape sunset pink blue dusk sky
By Larry Horowitz
Located in Edgartown, MA
“People sometimes ask me how I start a painting. Starting a painting is easy. I just put down two
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
A Memory of Summer by J Austin Jennings 2019 Large Vertical Framed Landscape
By J Austin Jennings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Jennifer Austin Jennings, a native of Dayton, Ohio has been an exhibiting artist and art educator for more than 25 years. Her close connection with nature provides inspiration for sc...
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wax, Oil
Bees 1-37, Angie Renfro Oil on Board Painting Depicting Bees on Blue Background
By Angie Renfro
Located in Atlanta, GA
'Bees 1-37' is a small vertical oil on board painting created by American artist Angie Renfro in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Bees 1-47, Angie Renfro Oil on Board Painting Depicting Bees on Blue Background
By Angie Renfro
Located in Atlanta, GA
'Bees 1-47' is a vertical oil on board painting of medium size created by American artist Angie
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Shot put: Framed Figurative Oil Painting on Canvas of Male Athlete by Mark Beard
By Mark Beard
Located in Hudson, NY
Vertical figurative oil painting of male shot put athlete
48 x 24 inches, 52 x 27 x 2 inches in
Category
Early 2000s Academic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Orange Spice, Bright Red Vertical Botanical Still Life, Fruits, White Flowers
By Melanie Parke
Located in Kent, CT
alternating tonal moods and vivid ornamentation.
Painting is a pleasure-seeking process and abstraction a
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pale Gray Number Two, Large Vertical Gray Sepia Tones, Realistic Fabric Linens
By Lalani Nan
Located in Kent, CT
A large, vertical 66 x 56 inch painting in gray/sepia tones. This painting is an exquisite example
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Breakfast on 27th, Vertical Still Life with Botanical Pattern, Yellow and Green
By Sophie Treppendahl
Located in Kent, CT
painting by Virginia artist Sophie Treppendahl. Sunlight illuminates a colorful table set with a vibrant
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Mother (Realistic Still Life Oil Painting of a Bottle of Apple Cider Vinegar)
By Matthew Hopkins
Located in Hudson, NY
Small, vertical still life oil painting of a red and yellow apple cider vinegar bottle against a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
French 19th Century Framed Oil on Canvas Floral Painting Signed Murat
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French vertical oil on canvas framed painting from the 19th century, depicting flowers in a
Category
Antique 19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Canvas
French Dog Oil Painting on Canvas circa 1900 in Antique Giltwood Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
This French vertical format oil on canvas dog painting from the early part of the 20th century
Category
Early 20th Century French Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood, Paint
Large English 19th Century Oil Painting of Sporting Dog in Antique Gilt Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
ground point to the fall season. This vertical format oil painting is set inside a nicely carved antique
Category
Antique 19th Century English Paintings
Materials
Paint, Giltwood
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Vertical Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of vertical oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. A selection of these works in the Contemporary, Abstract and Post-Impressionist styles can be found today in our inventory. 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. Vertical oil paintings available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes gray, brown, black, beige and more. These artworks have been a part of the life’s work for many artists, but the versions made by Geri Eubanks, Gabe Brown, Stephen Cimini, Lalani Nan and Josette Urso are consistently popular. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in paint, oil paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.
How Much are Vertical Oil Paintings?
The average selling price for vertical oil paintings we offer is $3,600, while they’re typically $195 on the low end and $35,500 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Paintings for You
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 Vertical Oil Paintings
- 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.
- 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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