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Pair of Whimsical Surrealist Oil on Panel Paintings in Shadow Boxes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of whimsical surrealist oil on panel paintings in shadow boxes. Signed.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
El Bosque en Tlaxcala - Whimsical Mexican Landscape Painting
By Jeff Ferst
Located in Boston, MA
El Bosque en Tlaxcala
10.0 x 10.0 x 1.5, 5.0 lbs
Oil Paint
Hand signed by artist
Artist's
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pair of Whimsical Surrealist Oil on Panel Paintings in Shadow Boxes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of whimsical surrealist oil on panel paintings in shadow boxes. Signed.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
"Supper" - Colorful Vivid Contemporary Oil Pastel Whimsical Cityscape Scene
Located in Carmel, CA
Frida Willis (Swedish, born 1971)
"Supper" 2024
Oil Pastel, Paper
The artist signed the bottom
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil Pastel
Pair of Whimsical Surrealist Oil on Panel Paintings in Shadow Boxes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of whimsical surrealist oil on panel paintings in shadow boxes. Signed.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Paintings
Materials
Panel
Whirl Reflection (Whimsical Figurative Painting of Two Dancing Figures)
By David Konigsberg
Located in Hudson, NY
Large, whimsical figurative painting of two abstract figures dancing in a country field
"Whirl
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Whimsical Oil on Canvas "The Bicycle"
Located in Montreal, QC
Whimsical oil on canvas "The Bicycle". Unusual oil on canvas representing a cyclist en route to
Category
Antique 19th Century English Paintings
Materials
Canvas
California Contemporary Art Marti Somers Figurative Abstract Whimsical Painting
Located in Surfside, FL
principal at Artefact Design in
Palo Alto. But ultimately turned to painting. She opened Studio Believe in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Encaustic, Oil
Girl on Boat - whimsical, colorful original painting- expressive
figurative
By Ferija Tugrann
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a beautiful whimsical oil on cardboard - unframe.
It is sold unframed for $750 or $900
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic, Cardboard
Vanilla Cherry Fairy - Whimsical Green Bird and Food Painting
By JJ Galloway
Located in Los Angeles, CA
JJ Galloway is an internationally collected artist known for her whimsical paintings and sculptures
Category
2010s Pop Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Guardians" Contemporary Oil Monkey Eyes Post-Cubist Abstract Whimsical Animal
By Hunt Slonem
Located in New York, NY
"Guardians" Contemporary Oil Monkey Eyes Post-Cubist Abstract Whimsical Animal
Hunt Slonem
Category
1990s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Framed Large "Pink Flamingo" Whimsical Oil on Board, Vivid Pink, Blues
Greens
By Alex K. Mason
Located in Versailles, KY
Large and whimsical painting by Alex K. Mason of a pink flamingo in the water surrounded by lush
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Houses, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Lauren Acton
Located in Yardley, PA
this is done with oil stik and oil - a whimsical fun piece :: Painting :: Contemporary :: This
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Visiting, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
whimsical winter's day. Painting: Oil on Canvas Original: One-of-a-kind Artwork Size: 31.5 W x 23.6 H x
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Dakini, Oil on canvas, mysterious and whimsical pop art portrait master
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
of the universal human experience. This particular group of paintings is an iconographical departure
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
$2,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Agathodaemon, Oil on canvas, mysterious and whimsical pop art portrait master
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
of the universal human experience. This particular group of paintings is an iconographical departure
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
$10,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Strained Tomato Pigeon - Original Colorful Whimsical Bird Painting on Wood Panel
By JJ Galloway
Located in Los Angeles, CA
meticulously crafted and can be found in collections around the world.
> Whimsical one-of-a-kind oil painting
Category
2010s Pop Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Neapolitan Fairy - Whimsical Magenta Tone Bird and Dessert Painting on Wood
By JJ Galloway
Located in Los Angeles, CA
meticulously crafted and can be found in collections around the world.
> Whimsical one-of-a-kind oil painting
Category
2010s Pop Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Dante Ali-Chip-ieri" by Dana Hawk, Whimsical Chipmunk Original Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Dana Hawk (NY, US based) "Dante Ali-Chip-ieri" is an original, handmade oil painting that portrays
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Pair 19th Century French Whimsical Oil on Canvas "Cherubs and Putti Children"
By Charles Joshua Chaplin
Located in LA, CA
pastels, lithography, watercolor, chalk, oil painting and etching. He was best known for his elegant
Category
19th Century Academic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Ace of Wands" (2021) by Rhonda Libbey, Original Whimsical Painting of Dolphin
Located in Denver, CO
whimsical dolphin. This painting is framed and ready to hang.
Known for her highly stylized symbolist work
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
Phaedra
s Horse, Oil on canvas, mysterious and whimsical pop art portrait master
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
of the universal human experience. This particular group of paintings is an iconographical departure
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
"The Stoic’s Shield", Oil on canvas, whimsical pop art portrait master, round
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
of the universal human experience. This particular group of paintings is an iconographical departure
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
YELLOW SHOES - Whimsical / Figurative / Landscape
By Gary Ruddell
Located in New York, NY
book covers.
In the early 1990s, Ruddell turned his focus to figurative paintings and started
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Whimsical Oil on Board of European Town Signed Spinola
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Whimsical small oil on board painting of a European town. Signed Spinola. Out of. Southampton, NY
Category
Vintage 1960s Paintings
Materials
Paint
Ping Pong Pigeon No. 1 - Original Colorful Whimsical Bird Painting on Wood Panel
By JJ Galloway
Located in Los Angeles, CA
meticulously crafted and can be found in collections around the world.
> Whimsical one-of-a-kind oil painting
Category
2010s Pop Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Mizuiro7 : Blu Kawaii Reverie with Love, Peace and Whimsical Skulls
By Aya Toshikawa
Located in PARIS, FR
2010, Unique Artwork
Oil on Canvas
44 1/10 × 47 1/5 in - 112 × 120 cm
The artwork is signed by the
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
MY BOYS - Figurative / Youth / Nostalgia / Whimsical Beach
By Gary Ruddell
Located in New York, NY
book covers.
In the early 1990s, Ruddell turned his focus to figurative paintings and started
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
French Oil Painting - The Cat
s Meow
Located in Houston, TX
Whimsical oil on paper painting of a tabby cat resting on a rug and backed by large abstract cat
Category
1940s Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Paper
$2,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Whimsical Day in the Park by Harry Bilson
Located in New York, NY
Harry Bilson (Icelandic, b. 1948)
Untitled (Day in the Park), c. 21st Century
Oil on canvas
17 1/2
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mrs. Goodshoe Takes a Holiday, Oil Painting
By Diane Flick
Located in San Francisco, CA
painting: sea, turtle, cupcake, flag, cloth, frosting, sea, water, ocean, whimsical, underwater, swimming
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Whimsical Gilt Framed 19th C. Oil on Panel, Portrait of a Terrier
Located in Bridgeport, CT
elaborately carved baroque style gilt frame.
Measures: Painting 9 x 9", age crazed surfaces
Framed 21 x 21
Category
Antique 19th Century Edwardian Paintings
Materials
Wood
garden variety nudes, narrative, surreal, whimsical, bright color, outsider
By Stephen Basso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
*ABOUT Stephen Basso
Stephen Basso's highly original pastels and oil paintings are romantic, yet
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Nude on the Edge#2, colorful, whimsical imaginative nude
By Stephen Basso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
*ABOUT Stephen Basso
Stephen Basso's highly original pastels and oil paintings are romantic, yet
Category
2010s Outsider Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Balance, Whimsical female with flowers, roses, bright golden sky
By Stephen Basso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
*ABOUT Stephen Basso
Stephen Basso's highly original pastels and oil paintings are romantic, yet
Category
2010s Outsider Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Almond Kisses, bright color, whimsical, photorealist candy
By Douglas Newton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oil paint on canvas
Doug Newton’s hyper-real oil paintings observe reality, explore translucency
Category
2010s Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Doll House colorful whimsical women large female figure w/ smaller figures
By Stephen Basso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
ABOUT Stephen Basso
Stephen Basso's highly original pastels and oil paintings are romantic, yet
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Girl with Scarf (Whimsical, Art Nouveau, Mid-Century, ~40% OFF LIMITED TIME)
By Daniel Brennan
Located in Kansas City, MO
-century art, figurative painting, still life, Art Nouveau influence, whimsical art, colorful paintings
Category
1960s Modern Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Rapunzel by the Sea, fairy tale narrative, colorful whimsical fantasy
By Stephen Basso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and oil paintings are romantic, yet thought provoking fantasies. His whimsical works are alive with
Category
2010s Outsider Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Bush Poet Australian 10 Dollar Note, monochromatic whimsical pattern currency
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bush Poet
Australian 10 Dollar Note, Oil On Canvas With Printed Acetate, 10" x 8"
mixed media
Category
2010s Pop Art Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Mixed Media, Oil
Escapade (blue sky figurative oil painting brown tones Young boy balloon)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
Escapade by Rudolf Kosow is a whimsical and thought-provoking oil painting that captures a fleeting
Category
2010s Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$3,120 Sale Price
20% Off
"Composition with Polka Dot Mug" Elegant, whimsical, still life, lemons, silver
By Olga Antonova
Located in Wellesley, MA
Very elegant, beautiful, whimsical and sparkly still life of white mug with yellow, blue, rust
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Hooked" a bright whimsical portrait of a suited fisherman with his fresh catch
By Debbie Miller
Located in Edgartown, MA
company. In 2006 I made the transition back to painting full time. I’m fascinated with the human form and
Category
2010s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Park, "Besties", 40x40 Playful Children Swing Figurative Oil painting on Canvas
By Trip Park
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This Painting, "Besties", is a whimsical 40x40 oil painting on canvas by artist Trip Park. Featured
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Four Stacked Cups in Blue" Elegant and whimsical still life, blue and white,
By Olga Antonova
Located in Wellesley, MA
"Four Stacked Cups in Blue," Oil on Canvas, 14 x 11 Inches. .Elegant and whimsical still life
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sheet Music, whimsical, surrealist colorful pastel on paper
By Stephen Basso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Basso's highly original pastels and oil paintings are romantic, yet thought provoking fantasies. His
Category
2010s Nude Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Oil
Antique Oil Painting Three Terrier Puppies Dogs In a Stable With a Caged Rat
By George Armfield
Located in Portland, OR
A wonderful & whimsical 19th century oil on panel painting of puppies in a farm stable, by the
Category
1860s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Perched, Bird Painting, Southwest, 25x21 Framed, Whimsical, Mixed Media, Oil
By Anne Embree
Located in Houston, TX
Perched is by Anne Embree who is known for her whimsical animal paintings . Perched focuses on the
Category
2010s American Realist Mixed Media
Materials
Mixed Media, Oil
Trip Park, "Garden Birdies", 30x30 Colorful Avian Birdcage Painting on Canvas
By Trip Park
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This Painting, "Garden Birdies", is a whimsical 30x30 oil painting on canvas by artist Trip Park
Category
2010s Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
Turtle with a Macaroon Crown No. 2 - Playful Animal and Dessert Painting on Wood
By JJ Galloway
Located in Los Angeles, CA
meticulously crafted and can be found in collections around the world.
> Whimsical one-of-a-kind oil painting
Category
2010s Pop Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Turtle with a Macaroon Crown No. 1 - Playful Animal and Dessert Painting on Wood
By JJ Galloway
Located in Los Angeles, CA
meticulously crafted and can be found in collections around the world.
> Whimsical one-of-a-kind oil painting
Category
2010s Pop Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Ira Yeager Bunny in Overalls Oil Canvas 6.5 Ft.
By Ira Yeager
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand whimsical oil and acrylic on canvas painting depicting a large hare or bunny in blue overalls
Category
20th Century American Country Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Ira Yeager Painting of 19th Century Dancer in Costume
By Ira Yeager
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic whimsical oil on canvas painting of a 19th century woman in a dancers costume by artist
Category
20th Century American Country Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Mid 20th Century English 1972 Oil on Board 18th Century Teapots Folk Art
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Just the most whimsical oil on board painting, a group of 18th century teapots on a scarlet
Category
Mid-20th Century English Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Pine
High Top Con - Large Original Abstract Whimsical Expressionism Colorful Painting
By Bruce Rubenstein
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The paintings of Bruce Rubenstein seamlessly marry sophistication with affordability. His original
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media
Materials
Canvas, Charcoal, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic
The Collector, Mixed Media, Bird Painting, Southwest, 25x21 Framed, Whimsical
By Anne Embree
Located in Houston, TX
The Collector is by Anne Embree who is known for her whimsical animal paintings . The Collector
Category
1990s Mixed Media
Materials
Mixed Media, Oil
"Model A Ford"
By Hayley Lever
Located in Southampton, NY
Here for your consideration is a wonderful whimsical oil on wood panel painting by Richard Hayley
Category
1930s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
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Whimsical Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact whimsical oil painting you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. There are many Contemporary, Pop Art and Impressionist versions of these works for sale. Finding the perfect whimsical oil painting may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right whimsical oil painting is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes brown, gray, beige and blue. Finding an appealing whimsical oil painting — no matter the origin — is easy, but Michele Mikesell, Stephen Basso, Ferija Tugrann, Apostolos Chantzaras and Aaron Bohrod each produced popular versions that are worth a look. Artworks like these — often created in oil paint, paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.
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The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a whimsical oil painting in our inventory may begin at $425 and can go as high as $10,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,300.
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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 Whimsical Oil Painting
- What is a whimsical painting?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A whimsical painting may refer to a playful painting that is not unlike art found in children's books. When a painting is called “whimsical,” it is characteristically bright, colorful and fun. Find a variety of abstract and contemporary whimsical paintings on 1stDibs.
- 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.
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