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Kent Ten Cote, Danish Summer Logging Scene by Water
Located in San Francisco, CA
Kent Ten Cote, Danish Summer Logging Scene by Water Early 20th century 15.75 x 23.75 unframed
Category

Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Gentleman in Green Coat -British 18thC art Old Master oil painting
By Francis Cotes
Located in London, GB
This lovely 18th century Old Master portrait oil painting is by noted British artist Francis Cotes
Category

18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Signed French Impressionist Oil Painting - Cote d'Azur Figures Walking Harbour
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Cote d'Azur French School, signed lower right circa 1980's oil painting on board, framed framed
Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Provence Cote d'Azur, Colorful French Modernist 20th Century Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
seascape with deep blue sea and lovely old French villas on the coastline. Medium: oil painting on canvas
Category

Mid-20th Century Fauvist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Cote d'Azur - French Riviera from Balcony Coastal Impressionist Oil Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful c.1950 oil on board by French artist Lucien Potronat depicting a view of the Cote
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

La Cote d'Azur, French Impressionist Oil Painting Beach Coastal Scene
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
: oil painting on board, unframed . Size: : 10 x 12 inches Provenance: private collection, France
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

20th Century French Impressionist Oil Painting - Rocky Coastline Cote d'Azur
By Fernand Audet
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
"The Blue Coast" by Fernand Audet (French, Tarascon 1923- Mulhouse 2016) signed oil painting on
Category

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Monaco" Cote D'azur Harbor Marine Scene Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting
By Irene Pages
Located in New York, NY
life painting. This piece is a pertinent example of her most sought after works, depicting "Cote D'azur
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Côte d'Azur Palm Trees - French Riviera South of France Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A wonderful 20th century French oil on board landscape with palm trees, probably on the Côte d'Azur
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Little Seascape Painting, Nature Painting, Antibes, Côte D'azur, Oil on Canvas
Located in Breganze, VI
This is a Little Seascape Painting representing Antibes on the French Riviera "Côte d'Azur" in
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Paintings

Materials

Canvas

French Impressionist Signed Oil Painting Cote d'Azur Coastal Pathway with Trees
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
of France coastal pathway Medium: oil painting, on board, signed. Size: frame: 25 x 22 inches
Category

20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

'Port-Vendres', Côte Vermeille, France, California, Post-Impressionist Oil
By Anthony McNaught
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
and paints in Santa Cruz. A substantial, Post-Impressionist oil showing a sunset view of the
Category

2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Original Oil Painting of the French Cote d'Azur Village Cagnes
Located in Miami, FL
Artist/ School: French, 20th century, signed Subject Côte d’Azur village of Cagnes
Category

20th Century French Paintings

Materials

Giltwood, Paint

'Port-Vendres' Côte Vermeille, France, California, Large Post-Impressionist Oil
By Anthony McNaught
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
League. He currently lives and paints in Santa Cruz. A substantial, Post-Impressionist oil showing a
Category

2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Dmitri Wright - XXX Dimanche Cote D'azur, Painting 2018
By Dmitri Wright
Located in Greenwich, CT
form the vitality of my plein air experience painting in France and Italy.” As an American artist
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint, Oil

Quebec landscape
By Bruno Côté
Located in Westmount, QC
Bruno Côté, Canadian, 1940-2010 "Quebec landscape", 1986 Oil on masonite 12 x 16 in Signed and
Category

1980s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Charlevoix , Quebec
By Bruno Côté
Located in Westmount, QC
Bruno Côté, Canadian, 1940-2010 Charlevoix Oil on masonite 16 x 20 in Signed and dated lower left
Category

1980s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Saint-Achillée, Quebec
By Bruno Côté
Located in Westmount, QC
Bruno Côté, Canadian, 1940-2010 Saint-Achillée, Quebec, 1979 Oil on masonite 16 x 20 in (image
Category

1980s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Carleton, Quebec
By Bruno Côté
Located in Westmount, QC
Bruno Côté, Canadian, 1940-2010 Carleton Oil on masonite 20 x 24 in Signed and dated lower left
Category

1980s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Ploumanach, Côte du Nord
Located in London, GB
A woman walking up the dusty road carrying two baskets. Celebrated as a “painter of light”, Joseph Raymond Wintz (1884-1956) enjoyed a reputation as one of the finest artists wor...
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

la côte fleurie, blue seaside, Normandy, beach, oil on canvas, expressionism
By SOPHIE DUMONT
Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR
"Landscape, seascape, between sky and sea, painting of a beach in Normandy with a cloudy sky
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

SAINT-FERRÉOL
By Bruno Côté
Located in Westmount, QC
Bruno Côté, Canadian, 1940-2010 SAINT-FERRÉOL, 1987 Oil on masonite 20 x 24 in Signed and dated
Category

1960s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Côte de Beaune by Christophe Dupety - Contemporary painting, vine, bright colors
By Christophe Dupety
Located in Paris, FR
Côte de Beaune (2023) by French contemporary artist Christophe Dupety. Oil on canvas, H 31.5 x W
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Côte de Nuits by Christophe Dupety - Contemporary painting, vine, bright colors
By Christophe Dupety
Located in Paris, FR
Côte de Nuits (2023) by French contemporary artist Christophe Dupety. Oil on canvas, H 28.7 x W
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Vue de la Côte Normande by Claude-Émile Schuffenecker - Landscape painting
By Claude Emile Schuffenecker
Located in London, GB
*PLEASE NOTE UK BUYERS WILL ONLY PAY 5% VAT ON THIS PURCHASE. Vue de la Côte Normande by Claude
Category

1890s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Côte d'Azur Harbor - French Impressionist Saint-Tropez Riviera Provence Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
: Charles Cermak (French, 1877-1966) Title: Côte d'Azur Harbor Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 26 x 31.5 inches
Category

1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Cote de Lassange, Grenoble Belldone
By Florent Chade
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist: Florent Chade (French, 1896-1985) Title: Cote de Lassange, Grenoble Belldone Year
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Illuminate
By Brian Cote
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
expressionist take on the multitude of colors of the desert nocturne. This painting has very thick texture and
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Clouds Above the Mesa
By Brian Cote
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
a strong expressionist take on the multitude of colors of the desert. This painting has very thick
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Early November
By Brian Cote
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
strong expressionist take on the multitude of colors of the desert. This painting has very thick texture
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Red Mountain Majesty
By Brian Cote
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
strong expressionist take on the multitude of colors of the desert. This painting has very thick texture
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Desert Palette
By Brian Cote
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
strong expressionist take on the multitude of colors of the desert. This painting has very thick texture
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Rebecca
By Brian Cote
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
wish is to connect with you through the pure visual language of painting, the slap and dash of pigment
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Plein Air Study
By Brian Cote
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
the beautiful crisp light of the American Southwest. This painting has very thick texture and richly
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of a Nude Sunbather in the Cote D'Azur, Original 1960s Oil Painting
Located in Bristol, GB
ORIGINAL VINTAGE OIL ON BOARD PAINTING BY AKOS BIRO, HUNGARIAN 1911-2002 Free-moving, sketchy
Category

20th Century French Paintings

Materials

Paint, Canvas

La Cote de Marseille - Post Impressionist Sea Landscape Oil by Louis Gaussen
By Adolphe Louis Gaussen
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Signed seascape oil on panel circa 1910 by French painter post impressionist painter Adolphe Louis
Category

1910s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Lucien Potronat "Cote Mediterranean France" Signed Oil on Canvas
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Lucien Potronat "Cote Mediterranean France" signed oil on canvas. Signed lower right. Measures: 30
Category

Mid-20th Century French Paintings

Materials

Paint

Cote d'Azur France Large Impressionist Oil of French Villa, garden and Blue Sea
Located in ludlow, GB
"Cote d'Azur" Oil on Canvas, 15 by 31 inches, Signed and Framed (Framed size is 23 by 39 inches
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

'Batterie de Cote Engagee' - A Naval Battle with Admiral Nelson. Oil on canvas
Located in St. Albans, GB
Francois Tattegrain Canvas Size: 185 x 295cm Outside Size: 220 x 330cm This painting is named and
Category

Early 1900s French School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Boats at St. Raphael Harbour Cote d'Azur France, Signed French Modernist Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
. Title: 'Barques A Saint Raphael' Medium: oil on canvas, framed and inscribed verso Framed: 23 x 27
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

'Sunny Afternoon, Hyères, Côte d’Azur', French Riviera, Royal Academy of Art Oil
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
oil landscape showing a view of a country lane in the old town of Hyères on the French Riviera. The
Category

1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Wood Panel

Villecroze, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
Located in Genève, GE
Artwork on canvas Golden wooden frame 51 x 62 x 2.5 cm
Category

1990s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

'La Cote Pres de St.Tropez' The Coast Near St. Tropez. A pointillist painting
By Lucien Neuquelman
Located in St. Albans, GB
LUCIEN NEUQUELMAN An exquisite pointillist oil painting. Signed and titled on the reverse. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Pointillist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Valley in Biot Côtes d'Azur
By Lucien Martial
Located in London, GB
'The Valley in Biot Côtes d'Azur', oil on canvas, by Lucien Martial (circa 1960s). This village
Category

1960s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Improvisations, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Gregg Simpson
Located in Yardley, PA
Picasso, Matisse, Miro, Calder, and Leger. The series was inspired by visiting the Cote d' Azur and
Category

1990s Modern Paintings

Materials

Oil

Landscape with House in the Cote d'Or
By André Maire
Located in London, GB
'Landscape with House in the Cote d'Or', oil on board, by André Maire (1960). Semur-en-Auxois was
Category

1960s Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Large Impressionist Seascape Depicting the Côte d'Azur Original Painting, 1960s
Located in Bristol, GB
Vintage Original Oil on Canvas Landscape Painting Bright, quickly and confidently painted
Category

Mid-20th Century French Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Bandol, Cote D'Azur, South of France, Mediterranean scene
By René Genis
Located in Harkstead, GB
This striking view is of the elegant town of Bandol on the Cote D'Azure which was a favourite haunt
Category

1960s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Cote d'Azur French Riviera Mid Century Landscape
By Charles H. Wilton
Located in Soquel, CA
Beautiful landscape of fishing boats at harbor on the Coast of France by Charles H. Wilton. Rendered primarily in muted tones, a few splashes of bold color add vibrant accents to the...
Category

1960s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Brazilian Contemporary Art by Celia Eid - De l'Autre Côté
By Celia Eid
Located in Paris, IDF
De l'Autre Côté - 2020 - oil on canvas - 70 x 80 cm
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Beach at Noon, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Gregg Simpson
Located in Yardley, PA
the Cote de Granite Rose in Brittany. :: Painting :: Surrealism :: This piece comes with an official
Category

Early 2000s Surrealist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Charles Cermark, Landscape of the Côte d'Azur, 1930, Oil on Canvas, Framed
Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR
This superb Impressionist oil painting, created by the French artist Charles Cermak in the 1930s
Category

Early 20th Century French Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Dimanche Cote d'Azur, the Riviera, original 30x40 contemporary French landscape
By Dmitri Wright
Located in Spring Lake, NJ
Museum, both of Connecticut, punctuates this contemporary oil painting with impasto paint, highlighting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Expressionism, Extergem, Sea, Palms, Cote D'Azur, 1921, Summer Coast Scene
Located in Greven, DE
Sea, perhaps in Nice/ Cannes or somewhere else at the Cote D' Azur. The quality of the painting is
Category

20th Century Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Plywood

19th Century coaching scene oil painting
By Heywood Hardy
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
in excellent condition. Condition: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is
Category

19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

'Sailing Boats coming into Harbour' . An oil painting on canvas
By Merio Ameglio, 1897-1970
Located in St. Albans, GB
MERIO AMEGLIO Picture Size: 18 x 24" (46 x 64cm) Outside Frame Size: 25 x 31" (62.5 x 77.5cm) Oil
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Post-Impressionist French Watercolour Painting Seascape La Cote Sauvage France
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Josine Vignon (French 1922-2022) signed lower left, Inscribed Verso. watercolour painting on artist
Category

20th Century Abstract Impressionist Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Sea View from Menton, Côte d'Azur, France. By Johan Peter von Wildenradt
Located in Stockholm, SE
spectacular paintings, including "Sea View from Menton, Côte d'Azur, France". Since he died at only 43 years
Category

1890s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Wood Panel, Oil

St. Tropez, 1924, John Maclauchlan Milne, French Riviera, Côte d'Azur, Colourist
By John Maclauchlan Milne
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
", circa 1924 Oil on Board 20" x 24" Housed in a period 3 1/2" Ornamented Frame Overall Size: 27" x 31
Category

Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Antique figurative oil painting, Landscape, Riverscape, French art
By Pierre Garnier
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Antique French landscape oil painting/figurative oil painting of a woman at the edge of the water
Category

1890s French School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

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Cote Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact cote oil painting you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. In our selection of items, you can find Abstract examples as well as a Impressionist version. If you’re looking for a cote oil painting from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a cote oil painting to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — find a piece on 1stDibs that incorporates elements of brown, gray, beige, blue and more. There have been many interesting cote oil painting examples over the years, but those made by Brian Cote, Bruno Côté, Gabriel Deschamps, Fernand Audet and Lionel Aggett are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and canvas, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much is a Cote Oil Painting?

The average selling price for a cote oil painting we offer is $2,800, while they’re typically $208 on the low end and $160,000 for the highest priced.

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Questions About Cote Oil Painting
  • 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.
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    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.
  • 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.

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  • 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.
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    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.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.

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

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    Yes, Cy Twombly did use oil paint, although his method was quite unique. He would run his fingers in the paint to create channels, and would then use oil paint in ‘globs’. House paint overtop would then merge the paints into a completed piece. Shop a selection of Cy Twombly’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

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