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Whispers in the Waves Lilly Muth - Contemporary Architecture Villa Oil Painting
Located in DE
Lilly Muth's architectural paintings transport viewers on a visual journey to a different world
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Clew Bay Connemara
original oil painting, seascape with sailboat, waves, gulls
By Thomas Rose Miles
Located in Milwaukee, WI
figures raise a tattered sail on a small boat, fighting against the rolling waves. On the craggy cliffs to
Category
Late 19th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Surf - 21st Century Contemporary Seascape Oil Painting of Waves
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
New in our collection is the work of Gelos Michailidis.
This artist is inspired by the Dutch masters such as J. van Ruysdael and B.C. Koekkoek. In the 1980s Gelos made a lot of graf...
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Wood Panel, Bromoil
Beautiful wave 40X60 oil on canvas
Located in Zofingen, AG
For those who love the sea, any wave is the most beautiful.
Every moment of the sea element is
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mini Vintage Mid-Century Abstract Seascape Framed Oil Painting - Waves in Motion
Located in Bristol, GB
WAVES IN MOTION
Size: 29.5 x 33 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
A dynamic and beautifully
Category
1950s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Foaming wave 50X70 oil on canvas
Located in Zofingen, AG
. Every stroke captures the relentless power and ethereal beauty of the waves. It's an allegory for life's
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Framed 20th Century Oil - White Waves
Located in Corsham, GB
Seascape in oil. Presented in a beautiful gilt-effect frame with a lamb's tongue running pattern to
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Secret by F. S. Borquez - Contemporary Oil Painting, Seascape, Ocean waves
By Franco Salas Borquez
Located in Paris, FR
Oil on canvas, 92 cm x 73 cm (2020).
Sold unframed. Delivered with a certificate of authenticity
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Resolute, an oil on aluminum painting depicting a strong wave in greens
By Janine Robertson
Located in Edgartown, MA
residential installations throughout New
England. Eventually I changed my focus to landscape painting in oil
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Rugged Coastline and Crashing Waves, Signed Oil
By Brian Horswell
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Rugged Coastline and Crashing Waves
By Brian D.Horswell, British artist, 21st Century
Oil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Crystal Blue" oil painting of dark blue waves with white sea foam
By Annie Wildey
Located in Edgartown, MA
The rhythm of the waves marks time, like the breath. Moment to moment, its intensity fluctuates
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Summer Shore" oil painting of waves crashing on rocks in the ocean
By Annie Wildey
Located in Edgartown, MA
The rhythm of the waves marks time, like the breath. Moment to moment, its intensity fluctuates
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Summer Surf II" horizontal oil painting of waves crashing in the ocean
By Annie Wildey
Located in Edgartown, MA
The rhythm of the waves marks time, like the breath. Moment to moment, its intensity fluctuates
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
M.M. - 20th Century Oil, Splashing Waves
Located in Corsham, GB
A captivating oil painting, depicting a seascape with waves
breaking on a rocky outcrop
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Framed Mid 20th Century Oil - White Waves
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming oil study of a dramatic coastline with gulls circling above crashing sea waves. The
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
20th Century Oil - Splashing Waves and Seagull
Located in Corsham, GB
A pleasant oil painting, depicting a seascape with a flying seagull. Unsigned. Presented in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
New Wave
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Slonem, Hunt
Title: New Wave
Series: Bunnies
Date: 2019
Medium: Oil on panel
Unframed
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Making Waves" Classic oil painting of women in swim caps and swim suits
By Fred Calleri
Located in Edgartown, MA
Singer Sargent, and aims in his paintings for an emotional reaction from the viewer. Calleri uses the
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Crisp No. 2" small contemporary realist oil painting of ocean wave on beach
By Edward Minoff
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Crisp No. 2" is a small contemporary hyperrealist oil painting of an ocean wave crashing onto the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Panel
"Sandy Breaker" oil painting of a crashing blue/green wave in the ocean
By Whitney Knapp
Located in Edgartown, MA
relationship between sky and the attendant land or sea. She is interested in the physicality of oil paint and
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Cerulean Cove" oil painting of cliffs and blue crashing waves on the shore
By Whitney Knapp
Located in Edgartown, MA
relationship between sky and the attendant land or sea. She is interested in the physicality of oil paint and
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"My on the Waves Heart" Contemporary Pop Art Oil Painting with Floater Frame
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
or someone you love, this stunning original oil painting brings style and grace to any small or
Category
2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board, Glass
Waves at the east coast Aldeburgh original landscape painting
By Garry Raymond-Pereira
Located in London, Chelsea
The original oil painting by Garry R Pereira is painted on wood panel . it is framed in a white
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Waves. 2009, oil on canvas, 65x81 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Waves. 2009, oil on canvas, 65x81 cm
Sailboats in sea
Sergey Inkatov
Was born:
13.09.1971 in
Category
Early 2000s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Wave Jumpers, Large Beach Painting of Nude Figures in Waves, Blue, Green, White
By David Konigsberg
Located in Kent, CT
, run towards the surf, jumping into the waves. David Konigsberg applies many layers of thinned oil
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Speed
Foam" Large oil painting of a wooden sailing yacht in deep blue waves
By Michel Brosseau
Located in Edgartown, MA
"Speed & Foam" Large Elegant Painting of A wooden Sailing Yacht Moving Through Waves
Michel
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
G. Halstead Jay - Framed 1965 Oil, Golden Waves
Located in Corsham, GB
This fine mid 20th century oil depicts a scene of gestural sea waves whooshing over impressionistic
Category
Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
A Better World 31, teal and blue oil painting of ocean waves, abstract water
By Deborah Freedman
Located in New York, NY
etching, monotype, and oil painting captures both the physical and emotional transformation of her subject
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
A Better World 21, yellow and teal oil painting of ocean waves, abstract water
By Deborah Freedman
Located in New York, NY
etching, monotype, and oil painting captures both the physical and emotional transformation of her subject
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
A Better World 19, yellow and teal oil painting of ocean waves, abstract water
By Deborah Freedman
Located in New York, NY
etching, monotype, and oil painting captures both the physical and emotional transformation of her subject
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
A Better World 14, white and blue oil painting of ocean waves, abstract water
By Deborah Freedman
Located in New York, NY
etching, monotype, and oil painting captures both the physical and emotional transformation of her subject
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
A Better World 26, white and blue oil painting of ocean waves, abstract water
By Deborah Freedman
Located in New York, NY
etching, monotype, and oil painting captures both the physical and emotional transformation of her subject
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
J. Stewart - 20th Century Oil, Waves at Sunset
Located in Corsham, GB
A captivating oil painting by J. Stewart, depicting a seascape at sunset. Signed to the lower right
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Crystal Surf II" Oil painting of a rolling teal blue wave in the ocean
By Annie Wildey
Located in Edgartown, MA
The rhythm of the waves marks time, like the breath. Moment to moment, its intensity fluctuates
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Rolling In" small scale oil Painting of teal blue waves and light blue sky
By Annie Wildey
Located in Edgartown, MA
The rhythm of the waves marks time, like the breath. Moment to moment, its intensity fluctuates
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Robert - Large Contemporary Oil, Waves at First Light
Located in Corsham, GB
A view of waves crashing on a beach old a cold morning. Presented in a distressed gilt-effect
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Peter Whittock - 20th Century Oil, Crossing the Waves
Located in Corsham, GB
A seascape depicting a rowing boat crossing the waves with larger clipper ships in the background
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"My on the Waves Heart " Blue Contemporary Pop Art Oil Painting w Floater Frame
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
. An ideal gift to spoil yourself or someone you love, this stunning original oil painting brings style
Category
2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Glass, Oil, Board
Wave-washed Beach. 1980, canvas, oil, 70x100 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Zemzaris graduated from J. Rozentāls Riga Art High School (1953) and the Painting Department of the Latvian
Category
1980s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
J. J. Walsh - Framed 20th Century Oil, Cornish Waves
Located in Corsham, GB
A naive oil seascape showing a couple romantically watching the crashing waves on the rocks in
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Perfect Wave" Laguna Beach California Plein Air Painting
By Jacobus Baas
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Perfect Wave is an sun drenched oil painted on location in Laguna Beach by noted California artist
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Crest" oil painting of the ocean with grey and blue waves and white sea foam
By Annie Wildey
Located in Edgartown, MA
The rhythm of the waves marks time, like the breath. Moment to moment, its intensity fluctuates
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Here Comes the Sun III" oil painting of bright blue waves and light blue sky
By Annie Wildey
Located in Edgartown, MA
The rhythm of the waves marks time, like the breath. Moment to moment, its intensity fluctuates
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
M. H - Turn of the Century Oil, Crashing Waves
Located in Corsham, GB
A dramatic coastal scene showing stormy waves crashing up on the rocky coastline as gulls wheel
Category
Early 20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Wave
By Natalie Arnoldi
Located in Santa Monica, CA
While Arnoldi’s subjects aren’t limited solely to the sea, they all bear the mark a highly developed aesthetic style - one that is defined by a unified color palette of mostly blues ...
Category
2010s Other Art Style Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$15,500
The Wave- Figurative British Landscape / Oil Paint on Canvas
By Claire Wiltsher
Located in London, GB
Committee selected Claire’s paintings for the House’s permanent collection, in 2014, she was shortlisted for
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Peter Z. Phillips - Framed Contemporary Oil, Jumping Sea Waves
By Peter Phillips
Located in Corsham, GB
Seascape in oil. Signed and dated to the lower right. Presented in a gilt-effect frame. On canvas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Denise Carnac (19922-1994) - 1986 Oil, The Seventh Wave
Located in Corsham, GB
This dynamic seascape captures the power of ocean waves crashing against a rocky coastline
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Cascading Waves of the Caribbean 80X100 oil on canvas
Located in Zofingen, AG
. Every stroke captures the relentless power and ethereal beauty of the waves. It's an allegory for life's
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Crashing Waves
By Flore
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Flore
Crashing Waves
60 x 60 inches
Acrylic and oil on canvas
Unique work
Signed by artist
Framed
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Perfect Wave
By Penny Rumble
Located in Brecon, Powys
Perfect Wave an evenly breaking wave - the mica in the sand below making the sea appear an
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Transparent wave
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I've captured the raw, dynamic energy of the sea. Harnessing expressionism
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Waves Within
By Sax Berlin
Located in Brecon, Powys
Waves Within - a deeply textured, almost monochrome piece from Berlin. This tonal work sees a pared
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Ocean Waves
By Vahe Yeremyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan
Work: Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Year: 2016
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Wave 2
By Donna McGinnis
Located in Burlingame, CA
"Wave 2" is a beautiful abstract painting in clear green, with touches of warmth, that references
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sagaponack Waves
By Ben Fenske
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
A large scale, horizontally oriented oil painting of the ocean waves crashing onto the shore, in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The birth of every wave - Fluid abstract nature painting
By Jennifer L. Baker
Located in Silverthorne, CO
vitality of the ocean's eternal ebb and flow.
"The birth of every wave" is a painting dedicated to organic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
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Wave Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact wave oil painting you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. You can easily find an example made in the Contemporary style, while we also have 63 Contemporary versions to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a wave oil painting from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right wave oil painting is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes gray, blue, brown and beige. A wave oil painting from Annie Wildey, Deborah Freedman, Iryna Kastsova, Jean Soyer and Todd Kenyon — each of whom created distinctive versions of this kind of work — is worth considering. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paint, oil paint and fabric. If space is limited, you can find a small wave oil painting measuring 4 high and 0.1 wide, while our inventory also includes works up to 120 across to better suit those in the market for a large wave oil painting.
How Much is a Wave Oil Painting?
The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a wave oil painting in our inventory may begin at $300 and can go as high as $85,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,400.
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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.
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Questions About Wave Oil Painting
- 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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Only the best painter could suit the calculatedly extravagant Bertha Russell.
See Kent Monkman’s Magical Realist Take on Frontier History
With a solo show at the Denver Art Museum and a commission from the Met, the Cree Canadian painter has become an international sensation.
Yale’s Trove of British Art Is Back on View in a Refreshed Louis Kahn Building
After a two-year closure, they Yale Center for British Art opens its doors again, with all sorts of changes to its building and programming.
At 89, Artist Lucio Pozzi Is Reaching New Career Heights
The Italian-American’s 2020 abstract painting “The Hoe” personifies his “art of not knowing.”
The 1stDibs Guide to Types of Abstract Art
Get to know the key movements and artists who have influenced visual culture for more than a century.
With a Show at MoMA, Marlon Mullen Paints Pictures That Are beyond Words
The nonspeaking California artist is having a moment, with vivacious paintings that play on art-magazine covers as well as more mysterious abstractions.
The Vibrant Beauty of Orphist Art Supersedes Its Perplexing Name
This kaleidoscopic early-modern art style has long deserved another look. Now, the Guggenheim museum is doing just that.