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Spring tide, Embo Beach by Jonathan Shearer - Landscape oil painting, waves, sea
By Jonathan Shearer
Located in Paris, FR
Spring tide, Embo Beach is a unique oil on canvas painting by contemporary artist Jonathan Shearer
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
«A Second Before the Touch» — Hyperrealistic Seascape Oil Painting of Ocean Wave
Located in Zofingen, AG
The wave rises and comes to stillness. Light passes through the water and remains within it
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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
Fine Antique French Impressionist Signed Oil Painting Crashing Waves Rocky Coast
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Impressionist painter
signed oil painting on wooden panel
unframed
size: 7.75 x 9.5 inches
condition: very
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
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
"Windsurf", Aniseed Sails on a Large Wave Mixed Media Oil Painting
By Andrée de Frémont
Located in Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
right corner. The canvas is cut in its diagonal by the wave, the bottom right corner being filled by
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Mixed Media
Crashing Waves Rocky Coast Large Traditional Signed Oil Painting Gilt Frame
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
European artist, second half 20th century
signed lower corner
oil on canvas, framed
framed: 25 x 35
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,754 Sale Price
20% Off
Wave (Framed Contemporary Seascape Painting)
Located in New Orleans, LA
It would be hard to think of a contemporary American painter better at painting the ocean than
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,120 Sale Price
20% Off
“Whisper of the Tides» — Hyperrealistic Oil Painting of Ocean Sunset and Waves
Located in Zofingen, AG
The gentle light of the sunset dissolves into the foamy surf, tinting the waves with shades of rose
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Seascape Oil Painting by Award Winning Artist Michael Budden Wave Splash Study
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
The Wave is a seascape study oil painting on panel by Chesterfield NJ artist Michael Budden framed
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Spindrift" photorealist oil painting of green and blue ocean wave on aluminum
By Janine Robertson
Located in Edgartown, MA
the paintings communicate a deep felt relationship with the earth, embodying a spirit of place and its
Category
2010s Photorealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Metal
Wave. 1961., cardboard, oil, 51x74 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Wave. 1961., cardboard, oil, 51x74 cm
A. Zviedris was a member of the Latvian Artists’ Union since
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
$1,596 Sale Price
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Feathers on blue waves (white feathers small square oil painting patterns pop)
By Dan Pelonis
Located in Quebec, Quebec
Dan Pelonis's oil painting "Feathers on Bluewaves" cleverly merges repetition and subtle
Category
2010s Pop Art Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
TThe Silence of Man, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
. After finishing this particular painting the artist was unable to paint for a period of time and until
Category
2010s 85 New Wave Paintings
Materials
Oil
By the Waves, Figurative, Coastal, Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Figurative, Coastal, Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Artist: Ara H. Hakobyan
Work: Original
Category
2010s Academic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ocean Waves, Impressionism seascape oil painting, large size, one of a kind
By Vahe Yeremyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Seascape Oil Painting
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan
Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Trans-Plant-ter Wave. Abstract blue and dark palette surrealism oil painting.
By Renelio Marin
Located in New York, NY
by Jung. This painting is an example of that practice and obsession with trying to unveil the
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Foamy Wave against Lava Rocks contemporary seascape painting
By Katherine Kean
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Foamy Wave against Lava Rocks is a contemporary seascape that captures a powerful moment along the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Oil
The Point TanTan - R - contemporary abstract seascape wave blue red oil painting
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
Simon's landscape paintings are an ongoing enquiry into what he sees, a mere reflection of light on
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Hope IV - Modern Figurative Joyfull Oil Painting, Sea View, Waves, Playing Dogs
By Julita Malinowska
Located in Salzburg, AT
Artodyssey
"Julita Malinowska's paintings belong to those, which once seen - are never forgotten
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
On the Crest of a Wave" is an oil painting by Volskaya Lilia.
Located in Zofingen, AG
On the Crest of a Wave" is an oil painting by Volskaya Lilia. This emotional summer painting was
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Lacquer, Oil
The Wave, Original painting, Landscape, Contemporary
By Helen Robinson
Located in Deddington, GB
white wave just below the horizon.
Additional Information:
original
Oil on canvas board
Image size: H
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Shimmering Sea English 1920
s Signed Oil Painting Rolling Waves Barnstable Bay
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Barnstable Bay
by Charles Dunlop Tracey (British, 1870-1948)
signed oil on canvas, framed
framed
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
French Impressionist Oil Landscape Grey Crashing Waves
By Maurice Mazeilie
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
"Landscape"
by Maurice Mazeilie (French)
oil painting on board, unframed
painting: 5.5 x 8.75
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$356 Sale Price
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When the sea merges with the sky /Impressionism oil painting / wave / sea /ocean
Located in Zofingen, AG
mix-media and encaustic.
Most of her oil paintings are created by a palette knife in the unique and
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Rolling Waves"
By Alfred Thompson Bricher
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Alfred Thompson Bricher (1837-1908)
Rolling Waves
signed with conjoined initials 'ATBricher
Category
19th Century Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Polder in a Heat Wave
, Contemporary Dutch Oil Painting of a Landscape
By Frank Dekkers
Located in Utrecht, NL
, such as etching, woodcutting, ink drawing and painting in oil. Whatever the technique he uses, his work
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Shikai Guan Waterscape Original Oil On Canvas "Waves"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Waves
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 23 x 31 inches
Frame: Framing options available
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Breaking Waves
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Original painting signed by the Artist on lower right.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Waves - Oya Bolgun -Abstract Painting - Mixed Media
Located in Carmel, CA
and express her emotions. Her passion for painting portraits and figures eventually evolved into a
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Xu Yan Landscape Original Oil On Canvas "Wave"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Wave
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 23 x 15.5inches
Frame: Framing options available!
Age
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
In the Eye of the Wave Landscape Oil Painting on Wood by Lyora Pissarro, Framed
By Lyora Pissarro
Located in New York, NY
In the Eye of the Wave by Lyora Pissarro
2023
Oil paint on board
39 inch diameter
Signed and dated
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
"Wave", Oleg Turchin, Oil on Canvas, 30x47, Photorealism Original Oil Seascape
By Oleg Turchin
Located in Dallas, TX
Oleg Turchin's "Waves" is an oil on canvas that measures 30" x 47". The painting is a beautiful
Category
2010s Photorealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Wave, Kauai - Oil on Panel Painting in Blue Turquoise, White Sea Foam and Gray
By Jeff Aeling
Located in Chicago, IL
, rhythm, and luminosity.
Jeff Aeling
Wave, Kauai, 2018
oil on panel
24h x 48w in
60.96h x 121.92w cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Rolling Waves- original impressionism seascape figurative painting-contemporary
Located in London, Chelsea
," an original seascape painting by the talented artist Lenny Cornforth. Created with oil on canvas in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Original vintage maritime seascape oil painting with ships cutting the waves
Located in Ebberup, DK
This is an original vintage oil on canvas maritime seascape painting with sailing ships at sea in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Romantic Paintings
Materials
Paint
"The Wave" Abstracted Seascape in Oil on Canvas
By Robert Frame
Located in Soquel, CA
"The Wave" Abstracted Seascape in Oil on Canvas
Bold and textured abstracted seascape by Robert
Category
1960s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
Seascape En Plein Air Painting, "Windansea Waves"
Located in San Diego, CA
painting made with oil paint on canvas. Its dimensions are 10 x 8 in. (L x H).
Sean Hnedak is a 28 year
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
California Coastal Waves Seascape Original Oil on Canvas
Located in Soquel, CA
California Coastal Waves Seascape Original Oil on Canvas
Classic California seascape of coastal
Category
Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Zhijun Jiang Waterscape Original Oil On Canvas "Waves Crashing"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Waves Crashing
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 21 x 31 inches
Frame: Framing options available
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Waves - Original figurative modern impressionism seascape-figurative paintings
By Ayline Olukman
Located in London, Chelsea
"Waves" by Ayline Olukman is a mesmerizing exploration of movement and emotion, rendered in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Silent Wave
By Craig Mooney
Located in Napa, CA
artist, taught him how to create oil paintings from discarded art supplies found on city streets. To
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Radiant Wave
By Craig Mooney
Located in Napa, CA
artist, taught him how to create oil paintings from discarded art supplies found on city streets. To
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, 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
Breaking Waves Off Monterey
, California Expressionist Oil Seascape, Carmel
By Robert Canete
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
.
An Expressionist-style seascape showing a view of the Pacific Ocean with big waves breaking off the
Category
1980s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
Waves by Mathieu Piffeteau - Abstract painting, black&white, texture
Located in Paris, FR
Waves is a unique oil on canvas painting by contemporary artist Mathieu Piffeteau, dimensions are
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Painting « Crashing Waves » by Virginia Lynn, Oil on Canvas, 20th Century
Located in View Park, CA
Crashing waves: a painting by Virginia Lynn, oil on canvas, 20th century. Expert brushwork from
Category
Mid-20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Giltwood, Paint
$1,040 Sale Price
20% Off
Crashing Waves
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
6096 Large Scale sea scape crashing waves against cubic racks
Set in a custom frame image size
Category
1950s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$475 Sale Price
51% Off
Breaking Waves with Acrylic and Oil Pastel on Canvas, Painting by Diane Whalley
By Diane Whalley
Located in Deddington, GB
through with mark making and oil pastel detailing on canvas. Fun at the beach with breaking waves creating
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas
CRYSTAL WAVE
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Crystal Wave" embodies the romantic beauty of nature. A majestic wave unfolds across the panel
Category
2010s Photorealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Crashing Waves, Bandol" Contemporary Impressionist Oil Of Provence Coast
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
An exceptional oil painted on location in Provence by Maria Bertran, this Contemporary
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Crystal Surf I" small scale oil painting of teal 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
Waves No. 844
By Jeremy Prim
Located in Boston, MA
.
Jeremy’s work has been exhibited throughout the United States, and his paintings are featured in private
Category
2010s Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wax, 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
Jiangdong Li Waterscape Original Oil On Canvas "The Ocean Wave"
Located in New York, NY
Title: The Ocean Wave
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 58.75 x 27.25 inches
Frame: Framing options
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Contemporary French Impressionist Oil Tall Rocks Crashing Waves Seascape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Seascape
by Georges Bordonave (French contemporary)
oil painting on canvas, unframed
canvas: 18 x
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Waves 10
By János Huszti
Located in Tulsa, OK
"Waves 10" is a large abstract oil painting of of ocean waves. Signed by the artist on the back
Category
2010s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$6,500
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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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Questions About Wave Oil Painting
- 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. - 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 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 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 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.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 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. - 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.
- 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, 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. - 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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