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Vita Brevis
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
This piece is an original oil painting on linen canvas. It features a beautiful bouquet of two
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
A Sunny Day in New York
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
This piece is an original oil painting on panel. It features cheerful yellow flowers and a graphic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Coquette
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
An original oil painting by GC Williams. Williams has a degree in art history which gave her an
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Coffee For One
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
This piece is an original oil painting on panel. it is framed in a deep-set frame with white sides
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Boxing Day
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
An original oil painting by GC Williams. Known for her still life and flower paintings, this
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
The Yellow Chair
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
An original oil painting by GC Williams. This piece shows the artist's beloved studio chair, with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Early Sunday
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
An original framed oil painting of two donuts on a tea towel, evoking a lazy Sunday morning with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
All Saints
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
This is an original oil painting on a linen panel. Mums, the traditional flower of All Saints Day
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
The Yellow Pitcher
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
An original, framed oil painting on linen. A yellow pitcher, and vine-ripened tomatoes sit on a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Anemones
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
An original, framed oil painting of anemone flowers picked at the height of summer and placed in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oh My Little Kumquat
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
An original oil on linen painting framed in a gold frame by artist GC (Ginny) Williams. Tiny
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
The Silver Bowl
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
An original oil on panel oil painting of a silver bowl on a table. With visible brush strokes and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Wild Cherry
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
An original framed oil painting of a wild cherry branch hanging against a wall. This trompe l'oeil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
The Stillness of Morning
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
This piece is an original oil painting on linen canvas. It features a beautiful bouquet of summer
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Waking From Slumber
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
This piece is an original oil painting on linen panel. It features a blue and white porcelain bowl
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Bridal Wreath
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
An original oil painting on fine linen adhered to archival board, 12x16". Framed the piece is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Momentos
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
An original, framed oil painting on linen canvas, this still life shows a mug, a few coins, and a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
A French Still Life
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
This is an original oil painting on linen canvas by Ginny Williams. This still life uses colors
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
The Cutting Table
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
An original oil painting of a bouquet of yellow flowers. The scene is one of a flower arranger who
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Still Life with Blue and Yellow
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
A large-scale oil on canvas still life painting of a blue and white ceramic urn on a mantel, with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
The Open Window
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
An original oil painting of a yellow finch and a turquoise ceramic urn. A painting hangs in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Wood Panel
The Letter
By Ginny Williams
Located in Wenham, MA
An original oil on linen panel still life painting of a moment in time. A letter is being composed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Et in Arcadia
By Rachel Burch Williams
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rachel Burch Williams
born 1960, Suffolk, England
resides in New Orleans
Artist Statement
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Evening Surrey Wolds
By Benjamin Williams Leader
Located in New Orleans, LA
Benjamin Williams Leader said " The subjects of my paintings are mostly English. I have painted in
Category
Late 19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Night Blossom
Located in Belfast, GB
oil paint, the paintings are attractive abstractions that reveal the artist's relationship with the
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Oil
Anatomy Lesson
By Rachel Burch Williams
Located in Brooklyn, NY
I have always been interested in the alchemical aspect of painting.
The strange act of taking
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Annunciation
By Rachel Burch Williams
Located in Brooklyn, NY
I have always been interested in the alchemical aspect of painting.
The strange act of taking
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
California Hills
By Frederick Ballard Williams
Located in Graton, CA
French rococo painting of Antoine Watteau.
Williams was born in Brooklyn, New York. He was educated in
Category
Late 19th Century American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Snow Capped Mountains
By Mary Belle Williams
Located in Graton, CA
Born in Massilon, OH on Dec. 13, 1873, Mary Belle Williams began art studies as a child and
Category
Early 19th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Parisian Street Scene
Located in Wenham, MA
This is a vintage piece sourced by Williams Fine Art Dealers. The artist is unknown, though the
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
A Loop in Time
By Niels Valentin
Located in Wenham, MA
his paintings, he sees the intersection of technology and art as a place to mine for new ways to look
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Morning at T-Wharf, Rockport
By Viktor Butko
Located in Wenham, MA
Rockport, MA has been a prominent plein air spot for painters for over a century. Butko's painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Winter Tracks
By Brian Kliewer
Located in Wenham, MA
. Collectors were soon taken with his paintings and he was given a solo show early in 1991. It was a near
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Frequent Fliers
By Brian Kliewer
Located in Wenham, MA
. Collectors were soon taken with his paintings and he was given a solo show early in 1991. It was a near
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Hopscotch
By Brian Kliewer
Located in Wenham, MA
. Collectors were soon taken with his paintings and he was given a solo show early in 1991. It was a near
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Nor’easter
By Brian Kliewer
Located in Wenham, MA
. Collectors were soon taken with his paintings and he was given a solo show early in 1991. It was a near
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique Lure
By Dale Zinkowski
Located in Wenham, MA
An original oil painting on linen panel of an antique fishing lure, framed in a hand-made frame by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Le Pipe
By Dale Zinkowski
Located in Wenham, MA
Le Pipe, is an original oil painting on panel. It is framed in a handmade, black frame with pale
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Apple Picking Season
By Dale Zinkowski
Located in Wenham, MA
painting, glows with light and subtle, quiet beauty. This original oil painting shows a bunch of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Radishes III
By Dale Zinkowski
Located in Wenham, MA
painting, glows with light and subtle, quiet beauty. This original oil painting shows a bunch of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Still Life with Palettes and Horn
By Rodrigo Mateo
Located in Wenham, MA
continuing on to complete the 4 year painting program at Grand Central Academy in New York where he studied
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Green Toned Impressionist Landscape with Orange House and Bluebonnets on a Hill
Located in Houston, TX
Green toned impressionist landscape by L. Williams. Oil painting depicting orange-roofed house on a
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil Painting by Walter Williams "Derwentwater, Cumberland"
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by Walter Williams "Derwentwater, Cumberland" 1835 - 1906.From the Williams family of
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Darcy in White" oil painting by Kent Williams
By Kent Williams
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Kent Williams’ work melds the rigor of technical prowess with the iconoclast’s impulse to disrupt
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Edwin Williams, Portrait Of Mary Anne Boyce, Oil Painting
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A fine mid-19th-century portrait of Mary Anne Boyce nee Jacob by English painter, Edwin Williams (c
Category
Early 19th Century English School Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Oil Painting by William Williams "A Devon Mill"
By William Williams (painter)
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by William Williams "A Devon Mill" William Williams of Plymouth. Plymouth artist of
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
A Normandy Market - Impressionist Figurative Oil Painting by Terrick Williams
By John Terrick Williams
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Signed figures in landscape oil on canvas circa 1900 by English painter Terrick John Williams. The
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Oil Painting Pair by Walter Heath Williams "Country Idyll"
By Walter Heath Williams
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting Pair by Walter Heath Williams "Country Idyll" flourished 1852 - 1872 Home counties
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Alfred Walter Williams, Barmouth Sands, North Wales, Oil Painting
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This late 19th-century oil painting by British artist Alfred Walter Williams (1824-1905) depicts an
Category
1880s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Derwentwater - Edwardian Oil Painting Lake District Landscape Williams Leader
By Benjamin Williams Leader
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘The Edge of Derwentwater’ by Benjamin Williams Leader (1831-1923). The painting – which depicts a
Category
1910s English School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Alfred Walter Williams, Near Widecombe, Dartmoor, Devon, Oil Painting
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This late 19th-century oil painting by British artist Alfred Walter Williams (1823-1905) depicts a
Category
1890s English School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Joie de Vivre by Ginny Williams Europeany Goldfinch Oil Painting
By Ginny Williams
Located in Atlanta, GA
into a deeper engagement and understanding of the language of the still life.
Ginny Williams painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Oil Painting by Walter Heath Williams "A Tranquil Country Lane"
By Walter Heath Williams
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by Walter Heath Williams "A Tranquil Country Lane" Heath Williams was a popular
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Tony Williams RSMA Original Oil Painting Snow Landscape Post Impressionist
Located in Cirencester, GB
: oil on board
SIZE: 54cm x 44cm inc frame
CONDITION: very good
PRICE: £280
DETAIL: Tony Williams
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Alice Williams, Une Promenade au Jardin, 2018 Oil on Canvas Landscape Painting
By Alice Williams
Located in Atlanta, GA
landscape painting created by American artist Alice Williams in 2018. Translating as 'a stroll in the garden
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Harold Williams - Contemporary Oil, Embassy Arch, Corfu
Located in Corsham, GB
A sunny oil depiction of an embassy building in Corfu. The artist has signed to the lower left and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Benjamin Williams Leader RA, On the Llugwy, Wales, Oil Painting
By Benjamin Williams Leader
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This exquisite 19th-century oil painting by eminent British artist Benjamin Williams Leader (1831
Category
1890s English School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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- What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 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, 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.
- 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, 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. - 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.
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This kaleidoscopic early-modern art style has long deserved another look. Now, the Guggenheim museum is doing just that.
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