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Alpine Oil Painting Winter Landscape with Chalet
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Vintage Oil On Canvas, Alpine Winter Landscape. An outstandingly fine work of a winter alpine
Category

20th Century Austrian Sporting Art Decorative Art

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Ferdinand Sommer (1822-1901) Lauterbachbrunnental 1880 Swiss Alpine Oil Painting
By Johann Andreas Ferdinand Sommer
Located in Meinisberg, CH
Century • Oil on canvas board (card), ca. 37.5 x 27.5 cm • Later gilt frame, ca. 46.5 x 36.5 cm • The
Category

Late 19th Century Naturalistic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Cardboard

Painting Cattle Carriage on an Alpine Lake, Oil on Canvas 19th century
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Painting Cattle Carriage on an Alpine Lake, Oil on Canvas 19th century A lovely antique oil
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Biedermeier Paintings

Materials

Wood, Canvas

Alpine, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Mountains landscape with an alpine, painted by oil on canvas :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sunrise in a Winterly Landscape in the Black Forest
Located in Berghuelen, DE
painting in naive style. Good condition, frame with some defects. Alpine oil painting is a non-academic
Category

Mid-20th Century German Country Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Alpine Heights, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Zoe Elizabeth Norman
Located in Yardley, PA
Modern contemporary impressionism. Alpine landscape oil painting on cotton canvas. A holiday
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Inge Woelfle - Portrait of a Bavarian Folksy Man, Oil on Wood
Located in Berghuelen, DE
. Alpine oil painting is a non-academic form of rustic art. The content depicted reflects the life of the
Category

Mid-20th Century German Folk Art Paintings

Materials

Wood

Inge Woelfle - Portrait of a Bavarian Folksy Man with Pipe, Oil on Wood
Located in Berghuelen, DE
the right top corner. Alpine oil painting is a non-academic form of rustic art. The content depicted
Category

Mid-20th Century German Folk Art Paintings

Materials

Wood

J. Gruber - Portrait of a Bavarian Folksy Man with Beer Mug, Oil on Wood
Located in Berghuelen, DE
lower left corner. Alpine oil painting is a non-academic form of rustic art. The content depicted
Category

Mid-20th Century German Folk Art Paintings

Materials

Wood

J. Gruber - Portrait of a Bavarian Folksy Man with Wine Glass, Oil on Wood
Located in Berghuelen, DE
. Signed in the lower right corner. Alpine oil painting is a non-academic form of rustic art. The content
Category

Mid-20th Century German Folk Art Paintings

Materials

Wood

J. Gruber - Portrait of a Bavarian Folksy Man with Beer Mug, Oil on Wood
Located in Berghuelen, DE
lower right corner. Alpine oil painting is a non-academic form of rustic art. The content depicted
Category

Mid-20th Century German Folk Art Paintings

Materials

Wood

W. Melchinger - Bavarian Folksy Scene in Joinery 1956
Located in Berghuelen, DE
great original painting in naive style. Alpine oil painting is a non-academic form of rustic art. The
Category

Mid-20th Century German Country Paintings

Materials

Wood

Antique Oil Painting, Alpine Landscape, Village in the Mountains.
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique oil painting, alpine landscape, village in the mountains. Dimensions without frame 60cm x
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Alpine Village" Contemporary Impressionist Oil Painting of French Alps
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Alpine Village" is an beautiful oil painted on location in the French Alps by Maria Bertran. This
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Framed Contemporary Oil - Alpine Mountain
Located in Corsham, GB
A wonderfully vivid landscape study depicting a dominating Alpine mountain with cattle grazing at
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Alpine Landscape - 20th Century Impressionist Snowy Winter Canadian Oil Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful 1940's impressionist oil on canvas laid on board depicting a snow covered Alpine
Category

1940s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Alpine Landscape Oil Painting with Tyrolian Mountain Village
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Alpine Landscape Oil Painting with Tyrolian Mountain Village A large vintage oil painting
Category

Early 20th Century German Biedermeier Paintings

Materials

Wood

"Alpine Village Light" Modern Impressionist Oil Painting in the French Alps
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Alpine Village Light" is an beautiful oil painted on location in the French Alps by Maria Bertran
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Swiss Pastoral landscape Alpine valley at sunset 19th century Oil painting
Located in Stockholm, SE
resolution images for overall cosmetic condition. In person actual painting may appear darker or brighter
Category

Early 19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Oil

"Flowers By The Alpine Door" Modern Impressionist Oil Painting by Maria Bertran
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Flowers By The Alpine Door" is an beautiful oil painted on location in the French Alps by Maria
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Unknown, Folksy Scenery with Cattles, Goats and Farmer's Wifes, Ca. 1900s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
). A great addition to every folksy wall decor. Alpine oil painting is a non-academic form of rustic
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Biedermeier Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Hanni Bay (Swiss, 1885 - 1978) Alpine Forrest Switzerland Oil painting on board
By Hanny Bay
Located in Meinisberg, CH
shone especially, when painting outdoors ‘plein air’ in nature, creating her alpine landscapes. In those
Category

1930s Naturalistic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

High Alpine Landscape, Alps. Oil Painting by Otto Werner Henning von Kameke.
Located in Berlin, DE
High Alpine Landscape, Alps. Oil Painting by Otto Werner Henning von Kameke. Kameke was already a
Category

19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Alpine Valley Landscape with High Hills and River 19th Century Oil Painting
Located in Stockholm, SE
. The overall composition of the painting is organic and balanced, drawing the viewer into a serene and
Category

Late 19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Cotton Canvas, Oil

“Alpine Cottages”
Located in Southampton, NY
Beautiful oil on canvas painting of Alpine cottages by the German artist, Karl Schaette. Signed
Category

1930s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

B. Bauer, Oil Painting Alpine Winter Landscape, Early 20th Century
Located in Berghuelen, DE
B. Bauer - oil painting alpine winter landscape, early 20th century. A lovely antique oil painting
Category

Early 20th Century German Biedermeier Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Painting of an Alpine Landscape
Located in Badia Polesine, RO
considerable size, depicting an alpine landscape with quiet grazing sheep. The painting belongs to the early
Category

20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Painting of an Alpine Landscape
Painting of an Alpine Landscape
H 77.96 in W 59.85 in D 2.76 in
Alpine freshness
Located in Aberdeen Dyce, GB
The freshness of the mountain air stings in the nose, breathing is faster, the heart beats faster. The body is full of feelings. At the top, everything gets worse and it doesn't matt...
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Alpine freshness
H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 0.79 in
"Golden Alpine Cabins" Contemporary Impressionist Oil of Italian Alps
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Golden Alpine Cabins" is an beautiful oil painted on location in the Italian Alps by Maria Bertran
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Alpine poppy
Located in Aberdeen Dyce, GB
Delicate and unpretentious, poppy is considered the flower of angels, as it is used to decorate churches on the day of the Descent of the Holy Spirit.
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic

Alpine poppy
Alpine poppy
H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 0.79 in
Harmony Peaks: White Church Alpine Mountains. Impressionist Landscape Oil
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Harmony Peaks: White Church amidst Alpine Mountains" oil painting on wood. The landscape conveys
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Paint, Lights, Oil

Late 19th Century Oil Painting Alpine Village Black Forest Carved Frame
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A antique painting of an alpine landscape in a wooden Black Forest frame. The painting shows a
Category

Antique 1880s German Black Forest Paintings

Materials

Walnut, Paint

Alpine Renewal by Karolina Rodak
Located in MADRID, ES
Alpine Renewal by Karolina Rodak
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Alpine Renewal by Karolina Rodak
H 27.56 in W 55.12 in D 1.19 in
Benjamin Lourens (1910-1987) - Framed 20th Century Oil, Alpine Village
Located in Corsham, GB
Terracotta roof tiles and bare winter vines set the scene to this impasto study of an alpine
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"River By Alpine Chalets" Contemporary Impressionist Oil by Maria Bertran
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"River By Alpine Chalets" is an beautiful oil painted on location in the French Alps by Maria
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Alpine Summer" Landscape
By Martin Schefstrom
Located in Soquel, CA
right corner. Titled "Alpine Summer", signed "Martin Schefstrom", and dated "7/87" on verso. No frame
Category

1980s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Willy Erik Helfert: Large Oil Painting of Lakeside Landscape with Alpine -1X34
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Immerse yourself in the picturesque beauty of nature with this large oil painting by Willy Erik
Category

Vintage 1920s Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Alpine School 19th Century Oil Painting of Chapel on a Swiss River
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Antique oil painting on board, Alpine School (19th century), Switzerland river landscape with
Category

Antique 19th Century Swiss Paintings

Materials

Giltwood, Paint

Adolf Fehr (1886-1964) - Mid 20th Century Oil, Alpine Huts
Located in Corsham, GB
A fine mountain landscape in Fehr's signature impasto style showing a group of alpine huts at the
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Under the Alpine sun
Located in Oslo, NO
n this artwork, I married acrylic and oil to translate the serene elegance of sunlight dappling an
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Under the Alpine sun
Under the Alpine sun
H 23.63 in W 31.5 in D 0.79 in
Adolf Fehr (1886-1964) - Mid 20th Century Oil, Alpine Cottages
Located in Corsham, GB
of the scene. The artist has signed to the lower left corner and the painting has been presented in a
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Alpine Fence With Flowers In Bloom" Impressionist Oil by Maria Bertran
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Alpine Fence With Flowers In Bloom" is an beautiful oil painted on location in the French Alps by
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Alpine Flowers, Oil Painting
By Crystal DiPietro
Located in San Francisco, CA
, western, impressionism, impressionism, landscape, western, oil paintingAlpine Flowers
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

The Alpine River Torrent
Located in Wiscasett, ME
in his paintings, watercolors and drawings were alpine landscapes, usually Zillerstal, Pustertal and
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Goddess of Alpine Liberation by Karolina Rodak
Located in MADRID, ES
Goddess of Alpine Liberation by Karolina Rodak
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th Century Landscape Painting of woodland & alpine trees 'Snowy Scene'
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Schultzberg always captured the effects of sunlight on a winter landscape, working confidently with thick impasto.'Snowy Scene' is a beautiful example of his work, showing the woodla...
Category

1880s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Old Alpine Cabins" Modern Impressionist Oil of Italian Alps by Maria Bertran
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Old Alpine Cabins" is an beautiful oil painted on location in the Italian Alps by Maria Bertran
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Animated alpine landscape with characters
Located in Genève, GE
Work on wood Golden wooden frame 39.5 x 57.5 x 3 cm
Category

19th Century French School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Alpine Shepherd and his pipe
Located in Genève, GE
Work on wood Beige wooden frame 44.5 x 36.5 x 1 cm
Category

Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Alpine Shepherd and his pipe
Alpine Shepherd and his pipe
H 15.56 in W 11.82 in D 0.2 in
Felix Possart Large Oil on Canvas "A Spring Alpine Journey"
By Felix Possart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Felix Possart (German, 1837-1928) a large oil on canvas "A Spring Alpine Journey". The elongated
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Paintings

Materials

Giltwood, Canvas

Goddess Unchained: Fauvist Echoes in Alpine Liberation by Karolina Rodak
Located in MADRID, ES
Goddess Unchained: Fauvist Echoes in Alpine Liberation by Karolina Rodak
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Oil on Canvas, Alpine Farmhouse, signed, period frame, ca. 1925
Located in Atlanta, GA
The oil on canvas depicting a farmhouse in an alpine meadow with mountains in the distance and
Category

Vintage 1920s French Paintings

Materials

Paint

Alpine Trees, landscape, expressionist, Modern, Abstract, Metal
Located in Deddington, GB
that it becomes part of the final work. The panel is mounted onto a subframe so that the painting
Category

2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Metal

German Landscape Painting of Alpine Mountain Waterfall by Guido Hampe
By Guido Hampe
Located in Shippensburg, PA
GUIDO HAMPE German, 1839-1902 Alpine Landscape with Waterfall (1881) Oil on canvas signed lower
Category

Antique 19th Century German Romantic Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

“An Alpine Village” Antique Landscape Painting by Joseph Heinrich Marr, German
By Joseph Heinrick Ludwig Marr
Located in Shippensburg, PA
"AN ALPINE VILLAGE" JOSEPH HEINRICH LUDWIG MARR (GERMAN, 1807-1871) Oil on panel, signed lower
Category

Antique 19th Century German Romantic Paintings

Materials

Giltwood, Paint

Caught in the Act, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Gill Bustamante
Located in Yardley, PA
Caught in the Act is a very large oil painting of an idyllic alpine scene exploding out of a deep
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Alpine Clouds" Mid Century Modern West Texas Greens / Whites
By David Brownlow
Located in San Antonio, TX
Medium: Oil (1959) Mid Century Modern "Alpine Clouds" Biography DAVID BROWNLOW (Am. 1915-2008) David
Category

1950s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Alpine Landscape, B. Gresse, 19th Century
Located in Albignasego, IT
Alpine landscape, B. Gresse, second half of the 19th century. Oil on canvas. Measures: 31 cm
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Paintings

Materials

Paint

Alpine Landscape, B. Gresse, 19th Century
Alpine Landscape, B. Gresse, 19th Century
H 15.75 in W 19.69 in D 0.79 in
"The Ferry Crossing, " Abraham Zwahlen, Swiss Alpine Landscape, European River
Located in New York, NY
Abraham Andre Zwahlen (1830 - 1903) The Ferry Crossing, n.d. Oil on canvas 19 x 29 inches Signed
Category

Late 19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Oil on Wooden Panel Signed Charles Malfroy Alpine River Scene, 19th-20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Malfroy was an accomplished French artist who specialized in coastal, marine and landscape painting. He
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Paintings

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Alpine Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of alpine oil paintings is available on 1stDibs. Finding the ideal Post-Impressionist, Impressionist or contemporary examples of these works for your living room, whether you’re looking for small- or large-size pieces, is no easy task — start by shopping our selection today. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a colorful piece of art to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — see the alpine oil paintings on 1stDibs that include elements of gray, brown, black, beige and more. Maria Bertran, Nicholas Oberling, Jozef Gabryel Bakos, David Brownlow and Crystal DiPietro took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in oil paint, paint and canvas — can elevate any room of your home.

How Much are Alpine Oil Paintings?

Alpine oil paintings can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $1,563, while the lowest priced sells for $384 and the highest can go for as much as $58,000.
Questions About Alpine Oil Paintings
  • 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.

  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To identify an artist's oil painting signature, you can try photographing it with your smartphone and then conducting a reverse image search using a trusted search engine. You can also search for the name and consult trusted online resources to learn more about the artist. If these methods don't result in a successful identification, a certified art appraiser or art dealer may be able to assist you. Shop a range of oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.

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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.