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"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
Psychi 9 - The Soul, oil paint on paper, orange contemporary whimsical butterfly
By Apostolos Chantzaras
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a beautiful whimsical original butterfly painting on watercolor paper, currently floated on
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Archival Paper, Monoprint, Oil
"The Invention of Nature", whimsical painting of yellow flowers
By Marilyn Davidson
Located in New York, NY
The Invention of Nature, a whimsical oil painting of ballooning yellow flower shapes, buzzing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Portal
Located in Basel, BS
A whimsical oil painting where fragmented forms and symbolic barriers converge, reflecting the
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Hills in Norway
By Sigurd Skou
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A large, inventive, and whimsical oil painting featuring a nude goddess disguised within a snow
Category
1910s Art Nouveau Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Whimsical Woods
By Dan Russel
Located in Stamford, GB
paintings at such a young age already. His simple style of painting trees and woodland scenes casting
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Thought So", whimsical yet serious oil in yellows and pinks
By Marilyn Davidson
Located in New York, NY
Thought So, abstract oil painting in yellows and pinks, has a cartoony quality, at once ambiguous
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Original oil on canvas painting by Glenn Payan HA LING FROM EEOR
Located in Banff, Alberta
The stylized and whimsical world depicted in Glenn's oil paintings hearkens us back to a simpler
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Original oil on canvas painting by Glenn Payan MORNING LIGHT, PICKET RANGE
Located in Banff, Alberta
The stylized and whimsical world depicted in Glenn's oil paintings hearkens us back to a simpler
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Original oil on canvas painting by Glenn Payan VINEYARD BY THE LAKE
Located in Banff, Alberta
The stylized and whimsical world depicted in Glenn's oil paintings hearkens us back to a simpler
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Whimsical Modern Abstract Surrealist Oil Painting by Seymour Zayon
Located in Houston, TX
This whimsical and charming acrylic on canvas painting by Seymour Zayon is titled, "Welcome to my
Category
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Art
Materials
Acrylic
Original oil on canvas by Glenn Payan TWO JACK RUNDLE
Located in Banff, Alberta
The stylized and whimsical world depicted in Glenn's oil paintings hearkens us back to a simpler
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Small Whimsical Oil Painting of European Village by Spinola
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Small whimsical oil painting on board of a European village, by Spinola. Out of a Southampton, NY
Category
Vintage 1960s Paintings
Materials
Paint
"Pole Chick - Tinker Bell" - Whimsical Oil Painting of a Chick
By Lucia Heffernan
Located in Denver, CO
Lucia Heffernan's "Pole Chick - Tinker Bell" is a whimsical oil painting that presents a humorous
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"The Village Fair" by Gina Matarazzo, Whimsical Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Gina Matarazzo's "The Village Fair, Part Two" is an oil painting depicting a small furry animal
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"Franklin
s Portrait" by Gina Matarazzo, Whimsical Oil Painting of Frog
Located in Denver, CO
Gina Matarazzo's "Franklin's Portrait" is an oil painting depicting a frog dressed up with a red
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Archival Paper, Oil
Large Whimsical Oil Painting on Canvas of Monkeys by William Skilling
By William Skilling
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Fanciful oil painting on canvas depicting two well dressed monkeys in a jungle setting, one with a
Category
Late 20th Century American Victorian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
"At the MOMA, Self Portrait" Whimsical oil painting of a dog next to a portrait
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 Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Haitian Oil Painting on Canvas with Tigers
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Whimsical oil painting on canvas with tigers and elephants in a stylized jungle setting, painted in
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Haitian Oil Painting on Canvas with Zebras
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Whimsical oil painting on canvas with zebras and elephants in a stylized jungle setting, painted in
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Haitian Oil Painting on Canvas with Zebras
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Whimsical oil painting on canvas with zebras and elephants in a stylized jungle setting, painted in
Category
20th Century Haitian Folk Art Paintings
Materials
Canvas
William Skilling Oil Painting on Canvas of Two Rabbits
By William Skilling
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Whimsical oil painting on canvas of two rabbits in a woodland scene executed in a tongue in cheek
Category
Mid-20th Century American Victorian Paintings
Materials
Paint
Trip Park, "Foolish Flies", Whimsical Butterfly Oil Painting on Canvas, 2020
By Trip Park
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
Trip Park's "Foolish Flies" is a 30x30 oil painting on canvas of whimsical colorful butterflies on
Category
2010s Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Trip Park, "Emo Fishies", Whimsical Aquatic Oil Painting on Canvas, 2020
By Trip Park
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
Trip Park's "Emo Fishies" is a 30x30 oil painting on canvas of a whimsical colorful school of
Category
2010s Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1998 Contemporary Figurative Art Swedish Oil Painting - The Trio
Located in Bristol, GB
THE TRIO
Size: 66 x 51 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
A brilliantly executed and whimsical oil
Category
1990s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Contemporary Dedicated Oil on Canvas Painting Signed Dated Thaddeus Strode 2000
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a whimsical oil painting on canvas, dedicated on back, signed and dated
Category
Early 2000s American Paintings
Materials
Paint
"Maison d
Emmental" - Oil Painting
By Marina Dieul
Located in Denver, CO
This whimsical oil painting by Marina Dieul, titled "Maison d'Emmental," created in 2023, features
Category
2010s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"Playing with Light", Contemporary Landscape, Whimsical, Sunset, Oil Painting
By Alexandra Rozenman
Located in Franklin, MA
Alexandra Rozenman’s painting “Playing with Light” is 12 x 48 x 2 inch oil on canvas. It gives us a
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Hello Sunshine" Whimsical Pig Oil Painting Beach Scene
By Lucia Heffernan
Located in Denver, CO
Lucia Heffernan's "Hello Sunshine" is an original oil on canvas-wrapped panel that whimsically
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Whimsical Graduation Oil Painting by Arthur D.Thomas
Located in Pasadena, CA
This captivating oil painting signed by Arthur Thomas (1990) depicts a cheeky graduation scene in
Category
Late 20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Whimsical Modernist Oil Painting by Sylvia Winslow
By Sylvia Winslow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A colorful oil painting called "Craked Nuts" by listed artist, Sylvia Winslow (1910-1996). There
Category
20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
“Blue Couch” oil painting, living room interior, whimsical, small scale
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
State University in 1979. Elliott continued painting while attending dental school in New York City and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-Modern Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"A Theater For Thomas" - Oil On Gessoboard Whimsical Animal Painting 2024
Located in Denver, CO
Gina Matarazzo’s “A Theater for Thomas” is a charming and imaginative oil painting on Gessoboard
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Archival Paper
Whimsical French Folk Art, Naive, Oil Painting Madeline Marie Christine Clavier
By Madeline Christine Clavier
Located in Surfside, FL
teenager and began to study painting. Her work quickly developed into whimsical paintings of poetry and
Category
20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Whimsical French Folk Art, Naive, Oil Painting Madeline Marie Christine Clavier
By Madeline Christine Clavier
Located in Surfside, FL
teenager and began to study painting. Her work quickly developed into whimsical paintings of poetry and
Category
20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Whimsical French Folk Art, Naive, Oil Painting Madeline Marie Christine Clavier
By Madeline Christine Clavier
Located in Surfside, FL
teenager and began to study painting. Her work quickly developed into whimsical paintings of poetry and
Category
20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Whimsical French Folk Art, Naive, Oil Painting Madeline Marie Christine Clavier
By Madeline Christine Clavier
Located in Surfside, FL
teenager and began to study painting. Her work quickly developed into whimsical paintings of poetry and
Category
20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Whimsical French Folk Art, Naive, Oil Painting Madeline Marie Christine Clavier
By Madeline Christine Clavier
Located in Surfside, FL
teenager and began to study painting. Her work quickly developed into whimsical paintings of poetry and
Category
20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Whimsical French Folk Art, Naive, Oil Painting Madeline Marie Christine Clavier
By Madeline Christine Clavier
Located in Surfside, FL
teenager and began to study painting. Her work quickly developed into whimsical paintings of poetry and
Category
20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Whimsical French Folk Art, Naive, Oil Painting Madeline Marie Christine Clavier
By Madeline Christine Clavier
Located in Surfside, FL
teenager and began to study painting. Her work quickly developed into whimsical paintings of poetry and
Category
20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Eos -Mythical horse figure, Oil on canvas, pop contemporary whimsical painting
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
travels along a general vein of the universal human experience. This particular group of paintings is an
Category
2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Jelly by Michele Mikesell, Oil on canvas, pop figurative whimsical painting
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
travels along a general vein of the universal human experience. This particular group of paintings is an
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Whimsical Judaica Shtetl Shadchan Matchmaker Oil Painting WPA Jewish Folk Artist
By Maurice Kish
Located in Surfside, FL
Genre: Modern
Subject: Fiddler on the roof, Shtetl matchmaker
Medium: Oil
Surface: Board, size
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Everybody Loves a Sock Monkey - oil on wood - whimsical figurative painting
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
travels along a general vein of the universal human experience. This particular group of paintings is an
Category
2010s Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
The Lookout by Mikesell, Oil on canvas, red pop figurative whimsical painting
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
travels along a general vein of the universal human experience. This particular group of paintings is an
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Bird of Ares, Oil on canvas, pop sureal contemporary whimsical orange painting
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
travels along a general vein of the universal human experience. This particular group of paintings is an
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
“Man on Bicycle” oil painting of mechanical figurine riding bike, whimsical fun
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
receiving a BFA in drawing from Wayne State University in 1979. Elliott continued painting while attending
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Whimsical - Atmospheric soft abstract floral landscape painting
By Jennifer L. Baker
Located in Silverthorne, CO
"Whimsical" is an abstract expression of lyrical joy, a place filled with light and air and dancing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Pigment
"Cup of Cheetos" (2025) By Scott Fraser, Original Oil Painting, Whimsical
By Scott Fraser
Located in Denver, CO
Scott Fraser's (US based) "Cup of Cheetos" is an original, handmade oil painting on panel that
Category
2010s Photorealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Whimsical Oil on Board Painting
Clown by Joe Arcos 1952
By Joe Arcos
Located in Buffalo, NY
Whimsical oil on board painting 'Clown by Joe Arcos 1952.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Paint
Carveth Hilton Kramer (New York) Whimsical Still Life Oil Painting c.1970s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Carveth Hilton Kramer (New York) Whimsical Still Life Oil Painting c.1970s
A wonderful still life
Category
Mid-20th Century Surrealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mr. Fun Pants by Mikesell, Oil on canvas, pop art -figurative whimsical painting
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
travels along a general vein of the universal human experience. This particular group of paintings is an
Category
2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Mexican Whimsical Folk Art Lion Painting Animalia
By Jose Maria de Servin
Located in Surfside, FL
Painting on burlap by Jose Maria de Servin of an Abstract Naive Lion animal using bright colors and
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Burlap, Oil
Mexican Whimsical Folk Art Lion Painting Animalia
By Jose Maria de Servin
Located in Surfside, FL
Painting on burlap by Jose Maria de Servin of an Abstract Naive Lion animal using bright colors and
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Burlap, Oil
Whimsical Acrylic Oil Painting on Canvas by Andy Russell, 1991
By Andy Russell
Located in Buffalo, NY
Artist Andy Russell is widely recognized as a master in acrylic painting. He embarked on his
Category
1990s American Folk Art Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
"A Lyrical Nap" - Whimsical Animal Portrait, Oil on Panel (2025)
Located in Denver, CO
!), look for creative opportunities with EVERYTHING, love looking at academic paintings in person and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Evangeline Minkle" - Whimsical Animal Portrait, Oil on Paper (2025)
Located in Denver, CO
paintings in person and spending time with my cats and husband. I love COLOR and DETAILS and SECRETS and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Archival Paper
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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 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.
- 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. - 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.
- 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.
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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.