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Bare Cottonwood, realist landscape Americana oil painting, 2011
Located in New York, NY
Karl Hartman gives primacy to the sparsity of form in his Mid-Western prairie landscapes. Simple and earnest, saturated primary hues and decisive lines add dynamism to these stoic sc...
Category

2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Wood Panel, Oil

Gust Front, realist landscape Americana oil painting, 2018
Located in New York, NY
Karl Hartman gives primacy to the sparsity of form in his Mid-Western prairie landscapes. Simple and earnest, saturated primary hues and decisive lines add dynamism to these stoic sc...
Category

2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Wood Panel, Oil

Fourth of July, realist landscape Americana oil painting, 2017
Located in New York, NY
Karl Hartman gives primacy to the sparsity of form in his Mid-Western prairie landscapes. Simple and earnest, saturated primary hues and decisive lines add dynamism to these stoic sc...
Category

2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil, Canvas

Vintage Americana Oil Painting, "Paper Box" Robert Sarsony, ACA Gallery
By Robert Sarsony
Located in Surfside, FL
Robert Sarsony Oil on gesso and masonite board. Hand signed lower left. Labels verso give artist
Category

1970s American Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Oil, Board

"Red Rain" Oil Painting - (Basquiat, folk art, Americana, Appalachia)
Located in Marmora, NJ
15 x 19 3 /4 " oil on birch panel Hermzoo on this series of work- "These paintings are my
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Birch, Oil

"Burning Dingo" Oil Painting - (Basquiat, folk art, Americana, Appalachia))
Located in Marmora, NJ
15 x 19 3 /4 " oil on birch panel Hermzoo on this series of work- "These paintings are my
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Birch, Oil

Original Vintage Illustration Boy with Horse Oil Painting Americana
By Ariane Beigneux
Located in Surfside, FL
This painting, exemplifies the type of traditional portraits the artist Ariane Beigneux was
Category

Mid-20th Century American Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Illustration Board

Americana Landscape Oil on Canvas Painting Signed P. Paul, Framed
Located in Plainview, NY
An elegant oil on canvas landscape painting featuring a lake view in a paradisiac environment. The
Category

1980s American Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vintage Country Chic Americana Folk Art Rooster Portrait Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American modernist chicken oil painting. Oil on canvas.
Category

1950s Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Talk to the Duck" Oil Painting - (Basquiat, folk art, Americana, Appalachia)
Located in Marmora, NJ
15 x 19 3 /4 " oil on birch panel Hermzoo on this series of work- "These paintings are my
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Birch, Oil

"Hills of Gold" Oil Painting - (Basquiat, folk art, Americana, Appalachia, bold)
Located in Marmora, NJ
15 x 19 3 /4 " oil on birch panel Hermzoo on this series of work "These paintings are my vehicle
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Birch, Oil

Americana Painting Bald Eagle
Located in Stamford, CT
Original 20th century oil on canvas painting of American bald eagle by artist Jim Reilly (American
Category

20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Americana Painting Bald Eagle
Americana Painting Bald Eagle
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"Just Another Walk in The Woods" Oil Painting - (Basquiat, folk art, Americana)
Located in Marmora, NJ
15 x 19 3 /4 " oil on birch panel Hermzoo on this series of work- "These paintings are my
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Birch, Oil

Large Contemporary Oil Painting of Americana Themed Rustic Road Sign in Texas
Located in Fort Worth, TX
This vibrant oil painting is brought to you by the incredible hand of Dan Blagg. His works are
Category

2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sul Americana
Located in Natchez, MS
femme fatale in pop realism. Sul Americana is Portuguese for South American (female).
Category

2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Julie Bozzi Americana Landscape Oil Painting Trompe L'oeil Frame Woman Artist
By Julie Bozzi
Located in Surfside, FL
Julie Bozzi (American, b. 1943) Hephaestus, 1989 oil on panel signed and dated (lower right
Category

1980s Post-Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

It's just like that (fly blue sky vintage men americana surrealist oil painting)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
above a perplexed group of men. keywords; americana, surrealism, fly, vintage, oil painting, men
Category

2010s Surrealist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sul Americana- figurative Painting of a woman
Located in Miami, FL
Painting: Oil on Canvas
Category

2010s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Street Riot Oil Painting Mounted Police WPA artist Social Justice Americana Art
By Arthur Smith
Located in Surfside, FL
Riot, Revolution, Police figures on Horseback in City Streets. Hand signed lower right. Painting
Category

Mid-20th Century American Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Large Modernist Oil Painting Card Poker Player Aaron Fink Pop Art Americana
By Aaron Fink
Located in Surfside, FL
approx: 72" x 66". This painting is part of the artist's "Images of Gambling" series, amongst his best
Category

1980s Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

L' Americana By Bruno Paoli - Figurative Painting
Located in Carmel, CA
painting into his late 80s, devoting his canvases to his favorite subject matter: women. Keywords
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Israeli Pop Art Large Vintage Antique Auto Pink Oil Painting Americana
By Joshua Griffit
Located in Surfside, FL
paintings, combining abstract textures with realistic images. Griffit is a collector of images from any
Category

1980s Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

New Yorker Magazine Cover Oil Painting New England Porch View Folk Art Americana
By Gretchen Dow Simpson
Located in Surfside, FL
spent many years living in New York City, and from the 1970s to the 1990s over 50 of her paintings were
Category

1970s American Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Illustration Board

"Coffee (Marquee)" Pop-Art Americana Sign Painting, Oil/Wood, Burgundy/Black/Tan
By Charlotte Andry Gibbs
Located in Wellesley, MA
paintings often reference the artist's interest in Pop art and sometimes incorporate 23 karat gold leaf in
Category

2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Wood Panel

"Stars and Stripes" Americana Pop 23 Karat Gold Leaf/Red/Blue Oil, Flag Painting
By Charlotte Andry Gibbs
Located in Wellesley, MA
"Stars and Stripes" 23 Karat Gold Leaf and Oil on Linen 26 x 50 Inches Charlotte Gibbs’ "flag
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2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Rt. 30 - Caledonia, PA" - Contemporary Americana Road Painting
Located in New Orleans, LA
An astonishing work of photorealism. I think it speaks for itself, right? In fact, it's probably hard to tell from the pics that it's not a photograph. The artist, Jim Thomson, has p...
Category

Early 2000s Photorealist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Big Boss (horseshoe, man, horse, animal, americana, surrealist painting, nature)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
In this striking oil painting by Rudolf Kosow, we are presented with a surreal vision where the
Category

2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Baddie (coyote, man, wild animal, americana, surrealist painting, nature, field)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
; painting on canvas, surrealist painting, animal vs human, coyote, americana, nature, man, man vs nature
Category

2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Boardwalk Beauty, Danny Galieote, Oil on Canvas, Pop Art, Americana-Figurative
By Danny Galieote
Located in 326 N Coast Hwy. | Laguna Beach, CA
: figurative, academic realism, photorealism, figure, portraiture, oil painting, text
Category

2010s American Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"Amazing Painting" Pop-Art Americana Red Yellow Blue bold bright & cartoon- like
By Charlotte Andry Gibbs
Located in Wellesley, MA
symbols of particular significance to the client. “Amazing Painting” Oil and Acrylic on Linen 17 3/4 x 23
Category

2010s Pop Art Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Oil

Boss (paw, feline, cougar, wild cat, man, animal, americana, surrealist painting
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
, americana, nature, man, man vs nature, surrealism, giant animal, vintage, oil painting, animal painting
Category

2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A Pair of 1820's Americana Oil Painted Portraits
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A pair of American oil painted 1820's portraits of a husband and wife. The original oil painting
Category

Antique 1820s American American Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood

Wave-Particle by Jeff Chester, Oil on Canvas, Pop Realism and Americana
By Jeff Chester
Located in Dallas, TX
developing his technical painting skills while simultaneously working as a pilot in the Royal Canadian Air
Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Alkyd, Canvas

"Shine" Pop-Art Americana Shoes 'Sign' in Tan /Black /23 KT.Gold Leaf and Oil
By Charlotte Andry Gibbs
Located in Wellesley, MA
Charlotte Gibbs’ "sign," "flag" and "stars" paintings often reference the artist's interest in Pop
Category

2010s Pop Art Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

"Canton Olive and Gold" Pop-Art Americana Star Contemporary Oil/ 23K Gold Leaf
By Charlotte Andry Gibbs
Located in Wellesley, MA
painting of the full American flag in 23 karat gold leaf and olive oil paint, 26 x 50 inches. Gibbs is
Category

2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Americana Still Life Painting of American Diner Table Condiments & Sauces Art
By Angela Wakefield
Located in Preston, GB
Americana Still Life Painting of American Diner Table Condiments & Sauces Art by Leading British
Category

2010s American Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Paint, Varnish, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic, Board

Balls, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Amy Bernays
Located in Yardley, PA
This small and intimate painting is oil on sized canvas with a digital photograph underneath. The
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2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Oil

"White and Black (Negative Image)" Americana, Large Flag Painting, Pop Art
By Charlotte Andry Gibbs
Located in Wellesley, MA
Charlotte Gibbs’ "flag" and "star" paintings often reference the artist's interest in Pop art and
Category

2010s Pop Art Abstract Paintings

Materials

Linen, Acrylic

Americana, Lawyer in Court, Politician, Gouache Painting WPA Art William Gropper
By William Gropper
Located in Surfside, FL
creation of the acclaimed mural. Gropper continued to produce more Social-Realist oil paintings and to
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Ink, Watercolor, Gouache

Americana Farmer and Wife, Gouache Painting WPA Art William Gropper Woodchopper
By William Gropper
Located in Surfside, FL
continued to produce more Social-Realist oil paintings and to frequent Europe for inspiration. Fascinated by
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Ink, Watercolor, Gouache

Wedding Day - Norman Rockwell Americana - Female Illustrator
By Lorraine Fox
Located in Miami, FL
surrealist artist, has recently seen her paintings rise to the area of $400K. Lorraine Fox, who is a
Category

1940s Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

' BRACEBRIDGE, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
CONCRETE BRIDGE, AN INTERESTING CONTRAST BETWEEN THE OLD AND NEW. :: Painting :: Americana :: This
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2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Oil

Red White Blue Americana Wall Hanging Painting Sculpture American Flag Motif
Located in Surfside, FL
EXHIBITIONS Dates-Pomegranates-Olive Oil: Chanukah Lamps, Yeshiva University Museum, New York, NY District of
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Early 2000s Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Liquor Store, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By John Kilduff
Located in Yardley, PA
Plein air (painted on location) oil painting of an abandoned liquor store in Panorama City (Los
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Oil

Train engines, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By John Kilduff
Located in Yardley, PA
Oil painting of train engines. :: Painting :: Americana :: This piece comes with an official
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Oil

ENCHANTED {II}, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Michele Morata
Located in Yardley, PA
lightly textured crisp white edges. It comes ready to hang. :: Painting :: Americana :: This piece comes
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2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Oil

Garage at night, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By John Kilduff
Located in Yardley, PA
Plein air oil painting of my garage at night. :: Painting :: Americana :: This piece comes with an
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Oil

"U.S. Flag (Olive and Gold)" Pop, Americana,
By Charlotte Andry Gibbs
Located in Wellesley, MA
Charlotte Gibbs’ "flag" and "star" paintings often reference the artist's interest in Pop art and
Category

2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Bodie, California, Oil Painting
By Doug Cosbie
Located in San Francisco, CA
describe this painting: Bodie, California, landscape, architecture, western, travel, rural, Americana
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Realist 1876 Americana Portrait Southern Boy w/ Straw Hat Eating Watermelon
Located in New York, NY
in 1876, it is better than a J.G. Brown. Painting depicts a Southern Boy with Straw Hat, enjoying a
Category

Early 19th Century Hudson River School Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

1930 Americana Still Life by Mystery Artist
Located in Larchmont, NY
Mystery American Artist Untitled, 1930 Oil on canvas 29 1/2 x 23 3/4 in. Framed: 34 1/2 x 28 3/4 x
Category

1930s American Modern Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

255 Italian Rapture, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Anne B Schwartz
Located in Yardley, PA
, commercial, and hospitality. Painted with many layers of oil paint. :: Painting :: Americana :: This piece
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Oil

, Moss on Wood', Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
canvas. :: Painting :: Americana :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Oil

Evening, Bodie, California, Oil Painting
By Doug Cosbie
Located in San Francisco, CA
, oil painting, green, orangeEvening, Bodie, CaliforniaDoug CosbieOil painting on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Virga, surrealist pastoral oil painting
Located in New York, NY
Americana perfectly match the vividness of our late-summer heatwave. Hartman’s tightly cropped, crystal
Category

2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

Dust, surrealist pastoral oil painting
Located in New York, NY
Americana perfectly match the vividness of our late-summer heatwave. Hartman’s tightly cropped, crystal
Category

2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

'California Evening, Golden Shore', Carmel, Long Beach, UCLA, Gallery Americana
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
with: Gallery Americana, Carmel, California Framed dimensions: 28 x 3 x 24 inches This listed
Category

1990s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

4th of July Sale, Painting, Oil on Other
By John Kilduff
Located in Yardley, PA
Los Angeles, California. :: Painting :: Americana :: This piece comes with an official certificate of
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Oil

God Bless Our Home, Social Realist Scene, Figurative Americana Interior Scene
Located in Doylestown, PA
and proper expression. The Americana style painting was created by American genre and illustration
Category

1930s American Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Downtown Cafe, Oil Painting
By Hadley Northrop
Located in San Francisco, CA
, coffee, food, drink, Americana, barista, interior, cuisine, realism, representational, oil painting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

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Americana Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact americana oil painting you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. You can easily find an example made in the Abstract style, while we also have 7 Abstract versions to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect americana oil painting among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add a americana oil painting to create new energy in an otherwise neutral space in your home, you can find a work on 1stDibs that features elements of brown, gray, black, beige and more. There have been many interesting americana oil painting examples over the years, but those made by Charlotte Andry Gibbs, Arthur Smith, Joshua Griffit, Angela Wakefield and Ariane Beigneux are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Artworks like these — often created in paint, oil paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.

How Much is a Americana Oil Painting?

A americana oil painting can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $4,025, while the lowest priced sells for $650 and the highest can go for as much as $37,500.
Questions About Americana Oil Painting
  • 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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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.