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Razzle Dazzle Raspberries –original realism contemporary fruit painting for sale
Located in London, Chelsea
subjects to life on canvas.
As a realist painter, Sarah specializes in highly detailed oil paintings of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Majestic, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
dignity. In this oil painting, artist Karen Barton captures not only the animal’s commanding presence
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
Sandy Hook Vegetation
Located in Red Bank, NJ
Sandy Hook Vegetation by Seth Ruggles Hiler
Painting, Oil Painting, Wildlife, Outdoors, Nature
Category
20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Great Blue
Located in Red Bank, NJ
Great Blue by Seth Ruggles Hiler
Painting, Oil Painting, Bird, Wildlife, Animal, Blue, Blue Colors
Category
20th Century Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The White Peacock
By Jessie Arms Botke
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A painting by Jessie Arms Botke. "The White Peacock" is a wildlife impressionist painting, oil on
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Tranquil Lake Scene with Boats
Swan in the Mountains of the Scottish Highlands
Located in Preston, GB
accurate depictions of wildlife. This original oil painting is in excellent condition and comes with full
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Oil
On High Places, Oil Painting
By Jan Fontecchio Perley
Located in San Francisco, CA
: goat, North American wildlife, mountain, pair, duo, wildlife, impressionism, animals, oil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
In Toquima Cave, Oil Painting
By Jan Fontecchio Perley
Located in San Francisco, CA
, wildcat, lynx, wildlife, cave, impressionism, animals, oil painting, blackIn Toquima Cave
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
Thinking About Dinner Plans, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
/>Words that describe this painting: textured, raccoon, wildlife, portrait, impressionism, animals
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
A Nest and a Feather, Oil Painting
By Judy Mackey
Located in San Francisco, CA
, wildlife, impressionism, animals, representational, oil painting, brownA Nest and a Feather
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
"Wading" Original Oil Painting by Peter Darro
By Peter Darro
Located in Coeur d
Alene, ID
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Art, painting, fine art, oil painting, goose, Wildlife, animal, Peter
Category
Mid-20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Paint
$4,000 Sale Price
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"American Lynx" Oil Painting by Peter Darro
By Peter Darro
Located in Coeur d
Alene, ID
, painting, fine art, oil painting, lynx, Wildlife, animal, Peter Darro
Category
Mid-20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
"Masked Bandit" Original Oil Painting by Peter Darro
By Peter Darro
Located in Coeur d
Alene, ID
source.
Art, painting, fine art, oil painting, raccoon, Wildlife, animal, Peter Darro
Category
Mid-20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Itching for Spring, Bison Wildlife Oil Painting on Canvas, Native American Art
Located in Whitefish, MT
Itching for Spring by John Potter
Bison Oil Painting on Canvas
10" x 8"
14" x 16" (framed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Eagle in Flight - Oil Wildlife Landscape Painting
By Gary Kremen
Located in Newburyport, MA
Alaska where he focused on environment and wildlife scenes (including the record-setting painting for
Category
1980s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Great Throne (African Leopard), Oil Wildlife Painting
By Grant Hacking
Located in Newburyport, MA
An original, signed wildlife landscape in oil on canvas titled The Great Throne; a painterly yet
Category
2010s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Urban Abstract Wildlife Painting
Passages, Birds Observing
Oil on Board
By Janice Sugg
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
brilliant wildlife, landscape, and abstract oil paintings on canvas. Her work fuses nature scenes (and often
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel, Board
Howard Rogers Original Oil On Canvas Painting Wildlife Illustration Signed Art
By Howard Rogers
Located in Bloomington, MN
Howard Rogers Authentic & Original Oil Painting on Canvas, Professionally Custom Framed in its
Category
20th Century Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Arthur Sarnoff Original Oil Painting on Board Wildlife Illustration Signed Art
By Arthur Sarnoff
Located in Bloomington, MN
Arthur Sarnoff Authentic and Original Oil Painting on Board, Professionally Custom Framed iand
Category
20th Century Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Late Day Bison, Wildlife Impressionist Oil Painting on Panel, Western Art
Located in Whitefish, MT
"Late Day Bison" by Harry Koyama
Oil on Board
60" x 50"
70" x 60" (framed)
Harry Koyama, born and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Hayena, wildlife painting by Rachel Stribbling
Located in Nantucket, MA
Hyena portrait, original oil painting on canvas by Rachel Stribbling. 20x24 inch canvas with a
Category
1990s Photorealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Michael Albrechtsen Original Oil Painting On Canvas Western Wildlife Signed Art
By Michael Albrechtsen
Located in Bloomington, MN
Michael Albrechtsen Authentic and Original Oil Painting on Canvas, Professionally Custom Framed in
Category
20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Urban Abstract Wildlife Painting
Lavender Burning Blue with Bird
Oil on Canvas
By Janice Sugg
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
specializes in brilliant wildlife, landscape, and abstract oil paintings on canvas. Her work fuses nature
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Kyle Sims Original Oil Painting On Canvas Landscape Deer Wildlife Signed Artwork
Located in Bloomington, MN
Kyle Sims Authentic and Original Oil Painting on Canvas, Professionally Custom Framed and listed
Category
Early 2000s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ray Jacob Wildlife Original Painting Oil on Canvas Signed Large Zebras Disney
By Ray Jacob
Located in Bloomington, MN
Ray Jacob Original Oil Painting on Canvas, Professionally Custom Framed and listed with the Submit
Category
20th Century Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
David Maass Original Oil Painting On Board Wildlife Geese Signed Framed Artwork
Located in Bloomington, MN
David Maass Authentic and Original Oil Painting on Board, Professionally Custom Framed and listed
Category
1960s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Persis Weirs Large Original Oil Painting on Board Animal Wildlife Signed Artwork
Located in Bloomington, MN
Persis Clayton Weirs Authentic and Original Oil Painting on Board, Professionally Custom Framed and
Category
1990s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Craig Bone Original Wildlife Painting Oil On Canvas Signed Birds Animal Artwork
Located in Bloomington, MN
Craig Bone Authentic and Original Oil Painting on Canvas, Professionally Custom Framed and listed
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Daniel Dan Smith Original Oil Painting On Board Animal Wildlife Signed Artwork
Located in Bloomington, MN
Daniel Smith Authentic and Original Oil Painting on Board, Professionally Custom Framed and listed
Category
1990s American Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Wayne Wolfe Original Oil Painting On Board Landscape Swan Wildlife Signed Art
Located in Bloomington, MN
Artist: Wayne Wolfe
Title: Trumpeters Morning Nest
Medium: Oil Paint on Board
Year: 1992
Edition
Category
1990s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Bob Wygant Original Oil Painting On Board Landscape Elk Wildlife Signed Artwork
By Bob Wygant
Located in Bloomington, MN
Bob Wygant Authentic and Original Oil Painting on Board, Professionally Custom Framed in its
Category
20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Jon Francis Original Oil Painting On Board Animal Wildlife Signed Framed Artwork
Located in Bloomington, MN
Jon Francis Authentic and Original Oil Painting on Board, Professionally Custom Framed and listed
Category
Early 2000s Tonalist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Tom Mansanarez Original Oil Painting On Canvas Wildlife Eagle Signed Framed Art
Located in Bloomington, MN
Tom Mansanarez Authentic and Original Oil Painting on Canvas, Professionally Custom Framed and
Category
1980s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ted Blaylock Original Oil Painting On Board Wildlife Birds Signed Framed Artwork
By Ted Blaylock
Located in Bloomington, MN
Ted Blaylock Authentic and Original Oil Painting on Board, Professionally Custom Framed and listed
Category
1980s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
John Seerey Lester Original Oil Painting On Board Animal Wildlife Signed Artwork
By John Seerey-Lester
Located in Bloomington, MN
John Seerey-Lester Authentic and Original Oil Painting on Board, Professionally Custom Framed and
Category
20th Century Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
George Browne Oil Painting on Canvas Board Diptych Animal Wildlife Deer Signed
By George Browne
Located in Bloomington, MN
George Browne Authentic and Original Oil Painting on Canvasboard, Professionally Custom Framed and
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
George Browne Original Oil Painting Animal Wildlife Buck Deer Signed Artwork SBO
By George Browne
Located in Bloomington, MN
George Browne Authentic and Original Oil Painting on Canvasboard, Professionally Custom Framed and
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
George Browne Original Oil Painting on Canvas Board Animal Wildlife Deer Signed
By George Browne
Located in Bloomington, MN
George Browne Authentic and Original Oil Painting on Canvasboard, Professionally Custom Framed and
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Kyle Sims Large Original Oil Painting On Canvas Moose Wildlife Signed Framed Art
Located in Bloomington, MN
Kyle Sims Authentic and Original Oil Painting on Canvas, Professionally Custom Framed and listed
Category
Early 2000s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ray Jacob Rare Original Oil Painting on Canvas Signed Tiger Wildlife Large Art
By Ray Jacob
Located in Bloomington, MN
Ray Jacob Original Oil Painting on Canvas, Professionally Custom Framed and listed with the Submit
Category
20th Century Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Daniel Dan Smith Original Oil Painting On Board Duck Bird Wildlife Signed Art
Located in Bloomington, MN
Daniel Smith Authentic and Original Oil Painting on Board, Professionally Custom Framed and listed
Category
Late 20th Century American Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Testing the Polar Air; Wildlife Landscape Oil on Panel
By Grant Hacking
Located in Newburyport, MA
An extra large original animal wildlife painting by renowned wild-life artist Grant Hacking (1964
Category
2010s Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Abstract Bird Painting
Hummingbird Descending
Urban Wildlife Art, Modern Art
By Janice Sugg
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
, Blue, Brown, Pale Yellow. Style/Genre described as Contemporary, Urban, Wildlife. Original oil painting
Category
2010s Abstract Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Abstract Dragonfly Painting
Blue Green Dragonfly I
Urban Art Wildlife Artwork
By Janice Sugg
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
, Blue, Brown, Pale Yellow. Style/Genre described as Contemporary, Urban, Wildlife. Original oil painting
Category
2010s Abstract Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Abstract Bison Painting
Moonlit Bison I
Urban Wildlife Art, Contemporary Art
By Janice Sugg
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
, Brown, Pale Yellow. Style/Genre described as Contemporary, Urban, Wildlife. Original oil painting on
Category
2010s Abstract Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Abstract Bison Painting
Heading Back to the Summer Pasture
Modern Wildlife Art
By Janice Sugg
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
brilliant wildlife, landscape, cityscapes and abstract oil paintings on canvas. Her work fuses nature scenes
Category
2010s Abstract Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Abstract Bird Painting
Red Bird at Dawn
Urban Wildlife Art, Contemporary Art
By Janice Sugg
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
, Yellow, Light Blue, Green. Style/Genre described as Contemporary, Urban, Wildlife. Original oil painting
Category
2010s Abstract Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
An Elephant Morning - Wildlife, Contemporary, Elephant, Realist
Located in London, GB
Wildlife painting
oil on panel
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Morning Chores - Wildlife, Realist, Contemporary, 21st Century
Located in London, GB
Wildlife painting
Oil on panel
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Ox by Noland Anderson, Mixed Media Painting of Black Woman
Wildlife, Gold Leaf
Located in Charleston, SC
-American painting
Wildlife
Wildlife painting
Safari
Safari painting
Oc
African
African art
South african
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
The Chestnut - Equestrian, Racing, Horse, Realist, Wildlife, Contemporary
Located in London, GB
2 of 4 series of oil paintings
Racing
Category
2010s Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
After the Race - Equestrian, Sporting, Racing, Horse, Wildlife, Realist
Located in London, GB
3 of 4 Racing Oil Painting Series
Racing
Category
2010s Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Guinea Fowls in the Shade - Realist, Natural, Wildlife, South Africa
Located in London, GB
Wildlife painting
Oil on panel
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Abstract Landscape Painting
Reflected Light with Trees
Urban Forest Art
By Janice Sugg
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
specializes in brilliant wildlife, landscape, cityscapes and abstract oil paintings on canvas. Her work fuses
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Urban City Life Art
Orange Garage
Abstract Impressionism Cityscape Painting
By Janice Sugg
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
wildlife, landscape, and abstract oil paintings on canvas. Her work fuses nature scenes (and often times
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil, Board
Keeping Close (Avocet and Chicks) - contemporary animal wildlife oil painting
By Clive Meredith
Located in London, GB
working professionally since 1993. He specialises in detailed portrayals of wildlife from both Britain and
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sapient Business-original abstract surreal wildlife oil painting-modern art
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
Gallery and online.
This original artwork by Nathan Neven joyfully presents an unusual scene of wildlife
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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Wildlife Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of wildlife oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. Today, if you’re looking for Expressionist editions of these works and are unable to find the perfect match for your home, our selection also includes Impressionist. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a colorful pieces of art to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — see the wildlife oil paintings on 1stDibs that include elements of gray, black, brown, beige and more. Many versions of these artworks are appealing in their rich colors and composition, but Catherine Ingleby, Henk Jan Sanderman, Michael Budden, Nathan Neven and Robert Fobear produced especially popular works that are worth a look. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in oil paint, paint and fabric.
How Much are Wildlife Oil Paintings?
Prices for art of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — wildlife oil paintings in our inventory begin at $496 and can go as high as $35,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,709.
Finding the Right Paintings for You
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.
No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel.
Download the 1stDibs app, which includes a handy “View on Wall” feature that allows you to see how a particular artwork will look on a particular wall, and read about how to arrange wall art. And if you’re searching for the perfect palette for your interior design project, what better place to turn than to the art world’s masters of color?
On 1stDibs, you’ll find an expansive collection of paintings and other fine art for your home or office. Browse abstract paintings, portrait paintings, paintings by emerging artists and more today.
Questions About Wildlife Oil Paintings
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
- La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
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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.