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Oil Painting by E. S. England "Cockerel and Hens"
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by E. S. England "Cockerel and Hens" 1870 - 1900 Painter of atmospheric landscape
Category

19th Century Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil Painting by E. S. England "Cockerel and Hens"
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by E. S. England "Cockerel and Hens" 1870 - 1900 Painter of atmospheric landscape
Category

19th Century Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of Gentleman with Cigar Large 19th Century British Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Gentleman with a Cigar English artist, mid 19th century oil on canvas, unframed
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

1870's English Oil Painting Woodland Avenue of Trees Figure & Sheep Grazing
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Woodland Glade British School, circa 1870's period oil on board, framed framed: 7 x 8.5 inches
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Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Early English Victorian Large Oil Painting Portrait of Lady in Bonnet & Lace
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Lady English artist circa 1830-1850 period oil on canvas, framed framed: 37.5 x 33
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Beautiful England, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Gill Bustamante
Located in Yardley, PA
Beautiful England is an English countryside inspired landscape oil painting with pheasants and
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Oil

Symbol of England., Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Igor Shulman
Located in Yardley, PA
Empire. When I was working on this painting, I learned that the British Ruling Dynasty has several
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century English Coaching Scene Oil Painting Horse Carriages outside Tavern
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
to the reverse). oil painting on board, unframed board: 13 x 10.75 inches provenance: private
Category

19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Jurassic Coast, England" Original Oil Painting
By Kirsten Savage
Located in Denver, CO
" by Kirsten Savage, a talented United States-based artist. This enchanting oil painting on panel
Category

2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

"Riding in New England" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Valerio D'Ospina's (Us based) "Riding in New England" is an oil painting depicting a forest and
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century English Coaching Scene Oil Painting Horse Carriages outside Tavern
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
the reverse). oil painting on board, unframed board: 13 x 10.75 inches provenance: private collection
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"New England Farm, " Landscape Oil Painting
By John C. Traynor
Located in Westport, CT
This large landscape oil painting by John Traynor captures a scene in New England. Cows are visible
Category

1990s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Early Victorian English Oil Portrait of Dapper Young Gentlemen gilt frame
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Provenance: private collection, Dorset, England Condition: The painting is in overall good and sound
Category

19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mid Victorian Portrait of a Lady Seated in a Chair Original 19th Century Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Seated Lady English School, mid 19th century oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 16 x 13
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Vintage Impasto Impressionist Oil Painting of a Winter Landscape in England
Located in Preston, GB
Vintage Impasto Impressionist Winter Landscape Painting of a Misty Morning at a Reservoir in the
Category

1970s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"New England, Winter #1", contemporary, realist, landscape, snow, oil painting
Located in Natick, MA
Steve Sangapore’s “New England, Winter #1” is a 10 x 8 inch oil painting on a panel from his
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

"New England, Summer #2", landscape, Boston, bridge, river, oil painting
Located in Natick, MA
Steve Sangapore’s “New England, Summer #2” is a 9 x 12 inch oil painting on a panel from his
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

"New England, Spring #1", landscape, Charles River, Boston, oil painting
Located in Natick, MA
Steve Sangapore’s “New England, Spring #1” is a 9 x 12 inch oil painting on a panel from his
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

(1933-2022) Original oil painting of Interior Scene in Bath Somerset England
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: Jean Melville Rose (1933-2022) British TITLE: "Interior Scene" Medium: oil on board Size
Category

Late 20th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

"New England Farm" oil painting of a green farm with Autumn foliage
By Larry Horowitz
Located in Edgartown, MA
“People sometimes ask me how I start a painting. Starting a painting is easy. I just put down two
Category

2010s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"New England, Summer #3", landscape, Charles River, railway bridge, oil painting
Located in Natick, MA
Steve Sangapore’s “New England, Summer #3” is a 9 x 12 inch oil painting on a panel from his
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

Oil Painting of Mountain Countryside Scene with Lake, Birds & Cattle in England
Located in Preston, GB
Original Oil Painting of Mountain Countryside Scene with Lake, Birds & Cattle in England. Oil on
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Early 2000s Land Landscape Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Cotton, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil

"New England, Spring #3", landscape, river, marsh, realist, brown, oil painting
Located in Natick, MA
Steve Sangapore’s “New England, Spring #3” is a 12 x 9 inch oil painting on a panel from his
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Huge 18th Century English Oil Aristocratic Portrait of a Gentleman Standing
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of an Aristocratic Gentleman British artist, first half 18th century oil on canvas
Category

18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"New England, Spring #2", realist, landscape, Concord, crop field, oil painting
Located in Natick, MA
Steve Sangapore’s “New England, Spring #2” is a 9 x 12 inch oil painting on a panel from his
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

"New England, Summer #1", landscape, Hudson River, trees, blue, oil painting
Located in Natick, MA
Steve Sangapore’s “New England, Summer #1” is a 9 x 12 inch oil painting on a panel from his
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

Impasto Oil Painting of Derwent Water in Keswick in the Lake District of England
By Colin Halliday
Located in Preston, GB
Impasto Oil Painting of Derwent Water in Keswick in the Lake District of England by British
Category

2010s Land Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Varnish, Mixed Media, Oil

Hay Bale Field across the Reservoir, England, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Gav Banns
Located in Yardley, PA
. :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Battery Hill at White Cottage Fairlight England, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
land near White Cottage, Fairlight. I love London but I must admit when in England this is what really
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2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Original Landscape Oil Painting of the Peak District England by British Artist
By Colin Halliday
Located in Preston, GB
Original Oil painting of the English Moorland in the Peak District by British Landscape Artist
Category

2010s Land Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Varnish, Mixed Media

"Victoria Tower England" Mid Century Modern Texas Painting Oil
By Michael Frary
Located in San Antonio, TX
. In 1940, he graduated with a Bachelor of Architecture Degree, and a Master of Fine Arts in painting
Category

1960s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Windmill, England Classical Impressionism Style Landscape Oil painting Framed
By Simon Kozhin
Located in Zofingen, AG
On a high hill stands a wooden windmill, and waits for its Quixote.A gray cloudy day, the wind carries outside air through the valley, a mill stands on the hill for a day. Exhibition...
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Early 2000s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Oil Painting of Gorse on the Common with Trees & Rabbits in Oxfordshire England
Located in Preston, GB
Oil Painting of Gorse on the Common with Trees & Rabbits in Oxfordshire England, by Contemporary
Category

Late 20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

17th Century portrait oil painting of a lady
By Studio of Sir Peter Lely
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
. Condition: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in ready to hang gallery
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17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

17th Century portrait oil painting of a lady
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
condition. Condition: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in ready to
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17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

'Abstract, Azure and Rose', Paris, Art Students League, Carnegie Institute, Oil
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Signed lower right, 'Paul England' (American, 1918-1988) and painted circa 1965. With old label
Category

1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Oil

Oil Painting of Boats on River Yealm Devon England by British Landscape Artist
By Peter Symonds
Located in Preston, GB
Moorings, River Yealm, Devon, England by British Painter Peter Symonds Art measures 24 x 16 inches
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Early 2000s Land Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Oil

Admiral Lord Nelson in Village High Street with Crowds Signed Antique Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Lord Nelson British artist, signed and dated lower corner signed oil on canvas, framed dated 1918
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Early 20th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Irises Ink, Watercolor, Oil on Yupo paper 26” x 40” Framed 31 ¼” x 45 ¼”
Located in Houston, TX
Irises by Texas artist Julie England is an Ink and Watercolor, Oil on Yupo paper. THe size of
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2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil, Watercolor

Cool Afternoon Oil Watercolor Yupo Paper 11″ x 14″ Image 16″ x 21 3/4″ Frame
Located in Houston, TX
Cool Afternoon by Texas artist Julie England is an Ink and Watercolor, Oil on Yupo paper. The
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2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Watercolor, Oil

Yellow Poppies Ink Watercolor Oil on Yupo paper 26” x 40” Framed 31 ¼” x 45 ¼”
Located in Houston, TX
Yellow Poppies by Texas artist Julie England is an Ink and Watercolor, Oil on Yupo paper. The
Category

2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil, Watercolor

Antique American Modernist New England Maine Coastal Seascape Beach Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist abstract oil painting of coastal New England. Oil on canvas. Signed
Category

1950s Abstract Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Oil Painting of Rural Winter Scene with Oak Trees in England by British Artist
By Peter Symonds
Located in Preston, GB
Oil painting of Rural Winter Scene with Oak Trees in England by Contemporary British Artist, Peter
Category

Early 2000s Land Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Cotton Canvas, Paint, Cotton

Leo B Blake New England Winter Stream Oil Painting
By Leo Blake
Located in Dallas, TX
fresh with overcast skies over the encompassing wooded forest. A wonderful winter painting. Oil on
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1940s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Paint

"High Tide", abstract, landscape, New England, beach, blue, green, oil painting
By Catherine Picard-Gibbs
Located in Natick, MA
tide. This dynamic, gestural oil painting on linen is painted in a palette of deep blues, greens and
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2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Antique American Snowy New England Winter Horse Farm Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American impressionist seascape signed oil painting. Oil on canvas. Signed. Framed
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1890s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Glow Oil on Yupo paper 7″ x 9 1/2″ 9 3/4″ x 12 1/8″ Frame Abstract Small
Located in Houston, TX
Glow by Texas artist Julie England is an Oil on Yupo paper. The size of Glow is 7″ x 9 1/2
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Handmade Paper

Antique American Snowy New England Winter Horse Farm Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American impressionist seascape signed oil painting. Oil on canvas. Signed. Framed
Category

1890s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Hope Cove - Mid 20th Century Devon England Coastal Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful mid 20th century oil on board depicting Hope Cove in South Devon by the important
Category

Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait Of Mary Of Modena, Queen Of England, 17th Century Studio Of SIR PETER
By Studio of Sir Peter Lely
Located in Blackwater, GB
) Huge 17th century English Old Master portrait of Mary Of Modena, Queen Of England, oil on canvas. Huge
Category

17th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Trees on the Calke Abbey Estate Derbyshire England, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Gav Banns
Located in Yardley, PA
England. The old barn and stables can be seen behind the serpentine road. It has been painted in the
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2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Lady in Lace" Oil Painting on Board, England, Circa 1835
Located in Alexandria, VA
This early 19th century lady was framed by H. S. Bunnett & Co. in Croydon (see label on back). The frame is gilt and gold on gesso on wood. The detail of her lace and curls are very ...
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Paintings

Materials

Giltwood

Goodrich Castle on the River Wye, England with cattle watering oil painting
By Campbell Archibald Mellon
Located in ludlow, GB
Goodrich Castle on the River Wye, Herefordshire Oil painting on panel, with oil sketch of Symonds
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1940s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Original Mid Century Northern England street scene oil painting by Alan Cook
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: Alan Reid Cook RSMA PS (1920-1974) British TITLE: “Street Scene” (North East England
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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

New England Snow Impressionist painting
By Donald Roy Purdy
Located in Greenwich, CT
A quintessential New England snow scene in the impressionist style. Snow scenes by this artist
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Late 20th Century American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of Lady, Grace Saunderson, Viscountess Castleton Oil on canvas Painting
By Studio of Sir Peter Lely
Located in London, GB
England after the death of Van Dyck, and the dominant court painter to Charles II and James, Duke of York
Category

17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Oil on Board Horse Painting Titled the Saint Prize Hunter of England, circa 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Turn of the Century oil on board horse painting from the early 20th century titled "The
Category

Early 20th Century English Paintings

Materials

Giltwood, Wood, Paint

Ken Moroney The Fens Norfolk England Oil on Canvasboard painting art skies
By Ken Moroney
Located in London, GB
Ken Moroney (British, 1948-) The Fens, Norfolk Oil on Canvasboard c. 1990s 48x58cm Provenance
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Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Portrait of a Lady, Marie-Madeleine de Chamillart, Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in London, GB
This work, offered by Titan Fine Art, formed part of the collection of paintings and family
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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

New England Town Scene Oil Painting by listed artist Emile Gruppe (1896-1978)
Located in Baltimore, MD
of the region. This oil on board, dating to ca. 1930’s depicts a town scene likely north of Boston
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1930s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

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Questions About Oil Paintings Of England
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An 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, 2024
    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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    To 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 ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Oil 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, 2024
    Jan 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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, 2021
    Any 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, 2022
    To 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, 2023
    Because 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, 2022
    The 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, 2024
    Yes, 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2024
    A 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You 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, 2022
    The 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Oils typically command higher prices than acrylic paintings, because they generally require more skill.

  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 18, 2021
    The 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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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.