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Vintage French Expressionist Figural Impasto Oil Painting
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5050 Heavy impasto figurative oil painting
Set in a hand carved 19th century wood frame
Image size
Category
1960s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$425 Sale Price
51% Off
Vintage California Moonlit Sea Seascape Oil Painting
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#5-3457 Moonlit Sea Painting ,oil on canvas displayed in a pale blue wood frame.Signed by E.Mc
Category
1960s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$450 Sale Price
40% Off
Autumn Trees by River in County Tyrone by 20th Century Modern Irish Artist
By John S Haggan
Located in Preston, GB
Vintage Oil Painting of Autumn Trees by a Riverside in County Tyrone by 20th Century Modern Irish
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$2,130 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage American Psychedelic Modernist Abstract Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist abstract oil painting. Oil on canvas. Measuring 46 by 46 inches overall
Category
1970s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Large Vintage Expressionist Landscape Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
A gorgeous bright green expressionist landscape by Carl Ashby. From the collection of renowned painter Steve Wheeler. Nicely framed in a gold and black wooden floater frame. Measurin...
Category
20th Century Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
French vintage 1970
s Interior Oil Painting, Still Life Painting
By Georges-Pierre Guinegault
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Unusual still life oil painting on wood in a gold coloured frame, signed and dated by the artist
Category
1970s French School Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage Coastal Oil Painting
Located in Fairfield, CA
Al vintage original coastal oil painting on canvas. Well executed with a lovely impressionist
Category
Late 20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
$160 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Flowers (Oil Painting, Impasto, Impressionism, Colorful, Pastel, Rose)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Genevieve Hamel
Vintage Flowers
Oil on Wood Panel
Year: 2024
Size: 12 x 12 x 1.625 inches
Signed by
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Vintage Impressionist Portrait Painting Nicely Framed Mid Century Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage impressionist portrait painting. Oil on board. Framed. Signed.
Category
1960s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$316 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Full-Rigged Sailing Ship 1938 Oil Painting
Located in Soquel, CA
Vintage Full-Rigged Sailing Ship 1938 Oil Painting
This small piece by Victor Lind (Sweden, 19th
Category
1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage American Thick Impasto Framed Abstract Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American abstract oil painting. Oil on board. Measuring: 14 by 15 inches overall and 12 x
Category
20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Vintage American Cloudy Pastel-Colored Abstract Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American abstract oil painting. Oil on canvas. Framed. Measuring: 24.5 by 32.5 inches
Category
20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage American Modernist Abstract Framed Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American modernist oil painting. Oil on canvas. Framed. Measuring: 23 by 29 inches overall
Category
20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Vintage French Fauvist French Village Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#5-2815 A vintage fauvist style French village, oil painting on artist board displayed in a wood
Category
1960s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
$350 Sale Price
42% Off
Vintage American Modernist Landscape Original Fauvist Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American modernist landscape oil painting. Oil on canvas. Provenance from a Sag Harbor, NY
Category
1940s Fauvist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Vintage American Modernist Abstract Framed Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American modernist oil painting. Oil on canvas. Framed. Provenance from a Sag Harbor, NY
Category
20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage American Modernist Abstract Framed Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American modernist oil painting. Oil on canvas. Framed. Provenance from a Sag Harbor, NY
Category
20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage American Modernist Abstract Framed Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American modernist oil painting. Oil on canvas. Framed. Provenance from a Sag Harbor, NY
Category
20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Vintage California Modern Framed Original Vintage Abstract Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American abstract expressionist painting. OIl on canvas. Framed. Signed.
Category
1970s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Large Vintage Brazilian Modernist Abstract Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nicely painted Brazilian abstract. Oil on canvas. Signed verso.
Category
1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Colorful Neo-Expressionist Vintage Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American abstract oil painting. Oil on canvas. Framed. Measuring: 33.5 by 45.5 inches
Category
20th Century Neo-Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage American "Dancing Flames" Framed Abstract Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American abstract oil painting. Oil on canvas laid down on board. Measuring: 14 by 17
Category
20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
Vintage American Geometric Abstract Framed Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American abstract oil painting. Oil on canvas. Signed. Measuring: 19 by 25 inches overall
Category
20th Century Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage American Geometric Abstract Framed Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American modernist oil painting. Oil on canvas. Signed. Measuring: 25 by 25 inches overall
Category
20th Century Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Golden Tranquility
Forest Lake Scene by American Postwar 20th Century Artist
Located in Preston, GB
, born in 1922. Original, Signed, Landscape, Vintage Oil Painting.
Art measures 16 x 12 inches
Frame
Category
20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage Abstract Expressionist California Wildflower Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American abstract expressionist wildflower landscape painting. Oil on canvas. Framed
Category
20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage American Modernist Abstract Framed Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American modernist abstract oil painting. Oil on canvas. Framed. Signed. Measuring: 37 by
Category
1990s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage American Modernist Abstract Framed Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American modernist abstract oil painting. Oil on canvas. Framed. Signed. Measuring: 31 by
Category
1990s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Film Still #3 (portrait, western movie, cowboy, Hat, shadow, monochrome art)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
desolation.
keywords; western, cowboy Hat, green coat, americana, surrealism, vintage, oil painting
Category
2010s American Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,120 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Italian Futurist Oil Painting "Fantasy Garden"
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-3271 Colorful Abstract on rapped canvas signed R.Zani
Category
1990s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$475 Sale Price
51% Off
Vintage American Abstract Expressionist Modernist Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American abstract modernist oil painting. Oil on board. Framed. Measuring: 13 by 15 inches
Category
1980s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Nautical Vintage Voyage of Yesteryear, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Grace Diehl
Located in Yardley, PA
For this unique, original a ceramic egg was merged into a seascape for a surreal styled painting
Category
2010s Surrealist Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Polyphony of feelings “. Vintage botanical pattern. Oil painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
, inspired by William Morris.
- Original oil painting
- 50х70 cm
- no framing necessary. The sides of the
Category
2010s Art Nouveau Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage Post-Impressionist French coastal landscape oil painting
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Vintage Post Impressionist framed oil painting on stretched canvas, signed in the bottom right
Category
1930s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$946 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage French Fauvist French Village Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
6002 A French vintage fauvist oil painting of a French village on artist board
displayed in a
Category
1960s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
1991 Modern Surrealist Vintage Original Interior Oil Painting - Ancient Whispers
Located in Bristol, GB
painting, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1991.
The painting presents an enigmatic architectural
Category
1990s Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"The Island Vintage Paperback" 2020 Original Oil Painting 12"x16"
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This original oil painting by Megan Eisenberg is of the classic vintage paperback "The Island" by
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,040 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Signed American Modernist Impressionist Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American modernist landscape oil painting. Signed and Exhibited. Oil on canvas. Measuring
Category
Early 2000s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage Warhol - Still Life Oil Painting
Located in Tulsa, OK
. This 10" x 20" oil painting on a wood cradled panel features a meticulously rendered still life of a
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
River Landscape with Rain Clouds in Ireland by 20th Century Modern Irish Artist
By John S Haggan
Located in Preston, GB
Vintage Oil Painting of a River Landscape with Rain Clouds in Ireland by 20th Century Modern Irish
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Sunrise in a Winterly Landscape in the Black Forest
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Sunrise in a Winterly Landscape in The Black Forest
An original vintage oil painting showing a
Category
Mid-20th Century German Country Paintings
Materials
Wood, Canvas
Large 1980
s Vintage Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Abstract oil painting on canvas signed on the back and dated 1988. A very attractive modern
Category
1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage English Impressionist Oil Painting Artist Painting by Estuary Boats
By English Impressionist
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
member of the Arun Art Society.
Title: Artist at his easel
Medium: oil painting on wooden panel
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage American Oil Painting "Montauk Fishing Fleet" 1985
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5163 Vingage American framed painting Montauk Fleet
Signed James Salmone
Image size 23x19"
Category
1980s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$325 Sale Price
37% Off
Vintage American Psychedelic Modernist Abstract Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist abstract oil painting. Oil on canvas. Measuring 46 by 46 inches overall
Category
1970s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Vintage Impressionist Oil Painting of a Harbor Scene
Located in Palm Beach, FL
, displaying confident brushstrokes and a striking tropical palette. This oil painting on canvas captures the
Category
Early 20th Century Other Art Style Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Vintage American Modernist Still Life Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American still life painting. Oil on canvas. Framed in a period wood frame. Measuring: 23
Category
20th Century Modern Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Vintage American Impressionist Waterfall Landscape Signed Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American impressionist waterfall landscape oil painting. Oil on board. Signed. Framed
Category
1960s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage American Modernist Framed Abstract Portrait Oil Painting
By Chuck Close
Located in Buffalo, NY
American modernist abstracted portrait oil painting in the style of Chuck Close. Framed. Oil on
Category
1990s Abstract Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage American Modernist Framed Abstract Expressionist MCM Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American modernist abstract oil painting. Oil on board. Framed. Provenance from a Sag
Category
1960s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage American Modernist Woman Portrait Large Oil Painting
By Jared Fitzgerald
Located in Buffalo, NY
Contemporary modernist American portrait oil painting. Oil on canvas. Signed. Measuring 20 by 40
Category
1990s Modern Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$620 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage American Modernist Framed Abstract Expressionist Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American modernist abstract oil painting. Oil on board. Framed. Excellent condition
Category
1980s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Vintage American Impressionist Forest Interior Framed Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American impressionist landscape oil painting. Oil on board. Framed. Provenance from a Sag
Category
1960s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage American Impressionist Crashing Surf Framed Seascape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American impressionist seascape oil painting. Oil on board. Framed. Provenance from a Sag
Category
1960s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage South of France Tropical Framed Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage French impressionist landscape oil painting. Oil on board. Framed. Provenance from a Sag
Category
1940s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage American Modernist Giltwood Framed Fauvist Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American modernist landscape oil painting. Oil on board. Framed. Provenance from a Sag
Category
1960s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage Signed Contemporary Surreal Conceptual Portrait Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Interesting and well executed contemporary portrait painting by Anna Heigh. Oil on canvas. Signed
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$540 Sale Price
20% Off
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Vintage Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact vintage oil painting you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. You can easily find an example made in the Abstract style, while we also have 93 Abstract versions to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect vintage oil painting among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those made as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right vintage oil painting is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes brown, gray, black and blue. A vintage oil painting from Rudolf Kosow, R. Bailly, Raymond Bailly, Hunt Slonem and Jhina Alvarado — each of whom created distinctive versions of this kind of work — is worth considering. Artworks like these — often created in paint, oil paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.
How Much is a Vintage Oil Painting?
The price for a vintage oil painting in our collection starts at $125 and tops out at $32,000 with the average selling for $1,250.
Questions About Vintage Oil Painting
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- 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. - Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 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.