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American School, '19th Century' Jesus Christ as a Baby Child, Oil Painting C. 18
Located in New York, NY
American School, (19th century) Jesus Christ as a baby child, oil painting, circa 1860.
A truly
Category
Antique 19th Century North American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
No Reserve
H 47 in W 38 in D 2 in
American Impressionist Mother and Child Oil Painting 1968
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3790 American Impressionist oil on canvas
Image size 19.5x15.5
Category
1960s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Knud Sinding, Kitchen Interior With Mother & Child, Oil Painting
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This charming early-20th-century oil painting by Danish artist Knud Sinding (1898-1947) depicts a
Category
1910s Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Child - Oil Painting by Roberto De Francisci - 2011
Located in Roma, IT
the Italian artist Roberto De Francisci (b. 1976, Medellin, Colombia).
Original Oil painting on glass
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Glass
H 15.75 in W 17.72 in D 1.19 in
17th Century Italian Old Master Madonna and Child Oil Painting
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A 17th Century Italian old master painting of Madonna and Child. The early painting has been
Category
Antique 17th Century Italian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Early Haitian Picasso-like Modernist Mother and Child oil painting Haiti
Located in Norwich, GB
Mother and child/maternité: a gorgeous, almost Picasso-like early oil on canvas by Petion Savain
Category
Mid-20th Century Outsider Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Virgin and Child, Oil Painting in Carved Gilded Frame, 19th Century
Located in NICE, FR
Very fine 19th century oil painting of the Virgin and Child, oil on canvas, in a massive carved and
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Paintings
Materials
Paint, Giltwood
Antique Mother and Child Old World Figurative Painting
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-3757 Mother and Child oil painting
Signed Bea Wynn
Category
1970s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Renaissance Style Italian Old Master Painting Madonna & Child Tender Embrace
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
19th/ early 20th Century Italian School
Madonna and Child
oil painting on canvas, unframed
canvas
Category
Late 19th Century Renaissance Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Italian School of the 18th Century "Madonna with Child"
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian School of the 18th Century
"Madonna with Child"
Oil painting on canvas,
85x65 cm
good
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Paintings
Materials
Paint
17th Century Italian School "Saint Joseph and the Child"
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Madrid, ES
17th Century Italian School
"Saint Joseph and the Child"
oil painting on canvas
95cm x 67cm
Category
Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Paintings
Materials
Paint
Sea mosaic., Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Iryna Kastsova
Located in Yardley, PA
quality, and the colors bring happiness to the child. Oil painting on canvas. It is varnished. The sides
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Last Light" Oil Painting
By Casey Childs
Located in Denver, CO
Casey Childs' (US based) "Last Light" is an oil painting that depicts a lone female figure sitting
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Twilight Harvest" Oil Painting
By Casey Childs
Located in Denver, CO
Casey Childs' (US based) "Twilight Harvest" is an oil painting that depicts a lone female figure
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
G. R. Childs - 1992 Oil, The Shoe Shop
Located in Corsham, GB
A striking scene depicting a mother pushing her baby past a bustling shoe shop. A child exits the
Category
1990s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
G. R. Childs - 1992 Oil, The Artist At Work
Located in Corsham, GB
their easel. The artist has signed and dated to the lower left and the painting has been presented in a
Category
1990s Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Introduction
By Robert Julius Beyschlag
Located in San Francisco, CA
Robert Julius Beyschlag (Germany, 1838-1903) mother and child oil painting, circa 1870
Charming
Category
Mid-19th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Child's Gaze, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Christine Cousineau
Located in Yardley, PA
am interested in the gaze of the child, the subject confronting the viewer with a look that is direct
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mother and Child, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Lauren Acton
Located in Yardley, PA
part of nude series :: Painting :: Contemporary :: This piece comes with an official certificate of
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sunflower; contemporary impressionist portrait painting
By Casey Childs
Located in Pasadena, CA
Visual Description:
This contemporary painting painted in oil on linen is a portrait of a red
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Mother and Child VII, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Here is a painting from Africa of a mother and newborn infant in such warm colors. :: Painting
Category
2010s Surrealist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mother With Child: Contemporary Figurative Oil painting
By Sax Berlin
Located in Brecon, Powys
with them imbues this painting with warmth and love. The dark inked lines surround and cosset the
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Ink, Oil, Egg Tempera
Antique Oil Painting of Madonna and Child
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Oil Painting of Madonna and Child
Oil on canvas. Approximate dimensions 20" wide x 24
Category
Early 20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
'Mother and Child' Figurative Portrait Oil Painting
By Ly Hung Anh
Located in Rye, NY
Ly Hung Anh is known for his figurative oil on canvas paintings, he often paints members of his
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique Oil Painting. Child Portrait with Ornate Frame.
Located in Berlin, DE
Decorative, Antique Oil Painting. Child Portrait with Ornate Frame.
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Cardboard, Oil
Elegant Portrait, Mother and Child, Original Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Elegant Portrait, Mother and Child, Abstract Original Oil Painting
By French artist, 20th Century
Category
1970s Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Figurative portrait interior oil painting Women and child portrait painting
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Antique post impressionist Art Deco figurative oil painting by French artist Bernard Py. This
Category
1920s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mischievous Child French Impressionist Portrait, Signed Oil Painting
By Claude Benard
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Mischievous Child, Impressionist Portrait, Signed Oil Painting
By French artist Claude Benard
Category
1940s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 10.75 in W 8.75 in D 1 in
Madonna with Child - 21st Century Contemporary Oil Painting
By Ksenya Istomina
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
Madonna with Child
90 x 70 cm
Oil on canvas
Framing is possible
Ksenya Istomina graduated in 2018
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
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H 35.44 in W 27.56 in D 1.97 in
Childhood - Contemporary Nature Oil Painting, Landscape, Child Portrait
By Aleksandra Batura
Located in Salzburg, AT
degree from the Academy of Fine Arts in Cracow. She studied at the Faculty of Painting in Gdansk and
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
H 51.19 in W 63 in D 0.79 in
20th Century German Modernist Oil Painting - Mother and Child
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
rediscovered again.
Title: Mother & Child
Medium: oil painting on thin board, unframed
Size: 11 x 8.5
Category
20th Century Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
CHILD -Italian School - Figurative - Italy Oil on canvas Painting
Located in Napoli, IT
CHILD - Oil on canvas cm.70x50, Tonino Manna, Italy 2002
Frame available on request from our
Category
Early 2000s Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in
CHILD- Angelo Granati - Italy Figurative Oil on canvas painting
By Angelo Granati
Located in Napoli, IT
Child - Angelo Granati Italia 2013 -This is his reinterpretation of a greatest old master painting
Category
2010s French School Portrait Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 43.31 in W 35.44 in
Kids Scooter - Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting, Child, Joyful, Realism
By Julita Malinowska
Located in Salzburg, AT
Artodyssey:
"Julita Malinowska's paintings belong to those, which once seen - are never forgotten
Category
2010s Photorealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 13.78 in W 19.69 in D 0.79 in
Enormous Religious German Oil Painting Adoration of Madonna & Christ Child
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Adoration of the Madonna & Christ Child
German Baroque artist, late 19th century
oil painting on
Category
Late 19th Century Baroque Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 68 in W 50 in D 5 in
Framed Woman with Child Portrait Oil Painting
Located in New York, NY
Vintage (20th century) oil painting of a woman holding a thumb-sucking child on her knee, against a
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Framed Woman with Child Portrait Oil Painting
Located in New York, NY
Vintage (20th century) oil painting of a woman holding a thumb-sucking child on her knee, against a
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Giltwood
Capture (girl soldier surrealist oil painting sleeping child portrait figurative
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
quite harmless, she is dreaming and serene.
keywords; surrealism, portrait, oil painting, earth tones
Category
2010s Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 51.19 in W 59.06 in D 0.79 in
Romantic Scottish Highlands Antique Oil Painting, Mother & Child Glen Pathway
By Francis E. Jamieson
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
child returning home along the riverside pathway through a mountain glen at sunset.
Medium: signed oil
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 21.5 in W 29.5 in D 1 in
Mother and Child in Archaic Landscape Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting
By Paul Rossi
Located in Brecon, Powys
A mother and child placed in an evocative archaic world
Oil on canvas, signed
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Child and Doll - Oil Painting on Canvas - Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Child with Doll is original artwork realized in the early 20th century.
Mixed colored oil
Category
Early 20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 19.69 in W 15.95 in D 0.04 in
Contemporary figurative textured oil painting mother and child colorful signed
By Ernesto Gutierrez (b.1941)
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Apache Mother & Child" is an original oil painting on jute by Ernesto Gutierrez. The artist signed
Category
Early 2000s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Jute, Oil
Edna Hibel Mother and Child Original Oil Painting on Silk
By Edna Hibel
Located in San Francisco, CA
favorite subject of mother and child. She has auction results over $5500 but her prices have gone for much
Category
1960s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Virgin Mary and child Jesus oil on board painting Christ
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Josep Lloveras Feliu (1922-2014) - Virgin Mary and child Jesus - Oil on panel
Oil measurements
Category
1950s Fauvist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
Woman with Child in Crib, Oil Painting by Chaim Goldberg
By Chaïm Goldberg
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Chaim Goldberg, Israeli (1917-2004)
Title: Woman with Child in Crib
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Category
1960s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Contemporary figurative textured oil painting mother and child colorful signed
By Ernesto Gutierrez (b.1941)
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Mother Carrying Her Baby" is an original oil painting on jute by Ernesto Gutierrez. The artist
Category
1980s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Jute
19th century oil painting portrait child violin dramatic dark background
By Seymour Joseph Guy
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"The Gamut" is an original oil on panel by Seymour Joseph Guy. A small child sits in candle light
Category
1870s Romantic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
H 16.75 in W 13.75 in D 2 in
Contemporary figurative textured oil painting family and child colorful signed
By Ernesto Gutierrez (b.1941)
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"La Familia" (The Family) is an original oil painting on jute by Ernesto Gutierrez. The artist
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Jute, Oil
1970s Big Eyed Waif Sad Child with Scarf Oil Painting
By Erbert Mule
Located in Surfside, FL
crying little boy painting. from the era of Jean Calogero, Barry leighton jones and Margaret Keane.
Category
1970s Modern Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Contemporary figurative textured oil painting mother and child colorful signed
By Ernesto Gutierrez (b.1941)
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Madre Joven (Young Mother)" is an original oil painting on jute by Ernesto Gutierrez. The artist
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Jute, Oil
Contemporary figurative textured oil painting mother and child colorful signed
By Ernesto Gutierrez (b.1941)
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Madre Joven" is an original oil painting on jute by Ernesto Gutierrez. The artist signed the piece
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Jute, Oil
Contemporary figurative textured oil painting mother and child colorful signed
By Ernesto Gutierrez (b.1941)
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Isidora y su Hija (Isidora and Her Daughter)" is an original oil painting on jute by Ernesto
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Jute, Oil
Post-Impressionist Oil Painting on Canvas "Mother and Child" by Sylvia Molloy
Located in Pasadena, CA
deal of texture in this painting.
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Oil
H 31.5 in W 17.5 in D 1.75 in
Large Israeli Expressionist Orientalist Oil Painting Draped Child Kibbutz Art
By William Weintraub
Located in Surfside, FL
William (Sunny) Weintraub, Israeli (Born 1926)
Oil on masonite
William Weintraub (He was also
Category
Mid-20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
Contemporary figurative textured oil painting mother and child colorful signed
By Ernesto Gutierrez (b.1941)
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Mother of Cajamarca" is an original oil painting on jute by Ernesto Gutierrez. The artist signed
Category
Early 2000s Folk Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Jute, Oil
Fine 18th Century British Oil Painting Mother & Infant Child in Adoration
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Mother & Child
British artist, late 18th century
after the painting by Sir Anthony van Dyke
oil on
Category
18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Contemporary figurative oil painting Latino child subject red costume signed
By Abelardo Marquez Velazquez
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Vestido Regional (Girl in Her Regional Costume)" is an original oil painting on canvas by Abelardo
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
20th century oil painting portrait child subject female artist signed
By Pauline Palmer
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Bright Eyes" is an original oil paint on canvas mounted on board by Pauline Palmer. It depicts a
Category
1930s American Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
Contemporary figurative textured oil painting mother and child colorful signed
By Ernesto Gutierrez (b.1941)
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Dora Y Su Bebe" is Peruvian artist Ernesto Gutierrez's 2001 oil on jute canvas.
20" x 20" art
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Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Jute, Oil
20th Century Oil - Sleeping Child
Located in Corsham, GB
Unsigned. Presented in a distressed, gilt-effect slip and frame, as shown. On board.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
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 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 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 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.
- 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, 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.
- 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 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. - 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 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 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
Oils typically command higher prices than acrylic paintings, because they generally require more skill.
- Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 18, 2021The cost of an original oil painting has a very wide range. For emerging new artist could be in the lower end, ranging from the $500 to $10,000 depending on the size and subject matter, for the mid-career artists who are already established, their prices range in the thousands and hundreds of thousands of dollars and lastly the original oil painting art of very established and popular artists that could have auction records in the millions of dollars. In this category are some of the well known examples of the old master paintings and other contemporary artworks.
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With Works Like ‘Yours Truly,’ Arthur Dove Pioneered Abstract Art in America
New York gallery Hirschl & Adler is exhibiting the bold composition by Dove — who’s hailed as the first American abstract painter — at this year’s Winter Show.
Donald Martiny’s Jumbo Brushstrokes Magnify the Undeniable Personality of Paint
How can a few simple gestures — writ extra, extra, extra large — contain so much beauty and drama?
Patrick Hughes’s 3D Painting Takes Us on a Magical Journey through Pop Art History
The illusions — and allusions — never end in this mind-boggling portrayal of an all-star Pop art show on a beach.
Mid-Century Americans Didn’t Know Antonio Petruccelli’s Name, but They Sure Knew His Art
The New York artist created covers for the nation’s most illustrious magazines. Now, the originals are on display as fine art.
Learn Why There Have Been So Many Great Women Painters
Featuring iconic works by more than 300 female artists, a new book makes a more than compelling case for casting off the patriarchal handcuffs that have bound the art historical canon for far too long.
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