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Moonlit Surf, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Timon Sloane
Located in Yardley, PA
Oil on linen mounted on gatorboard. It is available unframed. :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Moonlit Waves, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Timon Sloane
Located in Yardley, PA
Oil on stretched linen. Museum wrapped canvas with painted edges. 1.5 inches deep. Designed to be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

British, 21st Century abstract oil painting 'Moonlit Horses'
By Max Andrews
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Max Andrews (British, b. 1969) Moonlit horses Signed and dated ‘Max Andrews 19’ (lower right) Oil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Antique American Impressionist Nocturnal Moonlit Seascape Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
several acclaimed artists including landscape painting for two years with Lemuel B.C. Josephs, John F
Category

1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Moonlit River Landscape - Early 20th Century English Antique Oil Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful early 20th century oil on board depicting a moonlit river landscape, by Northern
Category

Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

Moonlit
By Mark Hix
Located in Santa Monica, CA
A painting by Mark Hix
Category

2010s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil

Moonlit
H 47 in W 37 in D 2 in
19th Century Moonlit Landscape Painting Oil on Canvas
Located in Milan, IT
19th century Moonlit landscape Measures: Oil on canvas, 67 x 51.5 cm With frame 75 x 59 cm
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

"Dreams on a moonlit night. " Original Oil Painting by Lilia Volskaya
Located in Zofingen, AG
The paintings are drawn with oil on the canvas with stretcher Dreams on a moonlit night. A fantasy
Category

2010s Surrealist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Lacquer, Oil, Canvas

Marie Channer, "Moonlit", 40x60 Equine Horse Silhouette Oil Painting on Canvas
By Marie Channer
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This piece, "Moonlit", is a 40x60 equine oil painting on canvas by artist Marie Channer. Featured
Category

2010s Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Moonlit Bluff", a landscape oil painting with a picturesque shore view
By Whitney Knapp
Located in Edgartown, MA
relationship between sky and the attendant land or sea. She is interested in the physicality of oil paint and
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Vintage Impressionist Moonlit Sea Nautical Seascape Painting
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#5-3457 Moonlit Sea Painting ,oil on canvas displayed in a pale blue wood frame.Signed by E.Mc
Category

1960s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Fine Early 19th Century British Oil Painting Moonlit River Landscape with Figure
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Moonlit River English School, early 19th century circle of Sebastian Pether (1793-1844) oil on
Category

Early 19th Century English School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Moonlit Night
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Kremer. Kremer's paintings are a mix of realism and impressionism in the best tradition of Russian
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Moonlit Pathway
By Frank Corso
Located in Greenwich, CT
Oil Painting” and the “Best of Pastel” hard cover art books by Rockport Publishers. Featured articles
Category

2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Seascape Moonlit view of Crimean bay 19th century Russian master Oil Painting
Located in Stockholm, SE
moon from the sea surface, the depth of the night sky covered with clouds. Antique oil painting on
Category

1890s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Oil

John W. Pharez - 1920 Oil, Moonlit River Scene
Located in Corsham, GB
A tranquil scene depicting a man rowing across a moonlit river. In the distance a windmill can be
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

'A Moonlit Vision' An oil on board painting by Marcel Delmotte
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
'A Moonlit Vision'. An oil on board painting by the circle of Marcel Delmotte. Depicting a maiden
Category

Vintage 1930s French Paintings

Materials

Wood

Impressionistic Moonlit Seascape Painting Michael Budden Sweet Moonlight II
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Sweet Moonlight II is a beautiful oil painting on canvas by award winning contemporary artist
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Seascape - 19th Century Impressionist Antique British Moonlit Sea Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful signed and dated 1875 impressionist oil on board depicting a calm sea with a hazy light
Category

1870s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Moonlit Waves - Nocturnal Seascape
Located in Soquel, CA
Dramatic nocturnal seascape of moonlit waves crashing on the shore by California artist Lee Maize
Category

1960s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Dordrecht Moonlit Landscape, 19th Century
By Felix Kreutzer
Located in Blackwater, GB
Dordrecht moonlit landscape, oil on canvas by Felix Kreutzer. Excellent quality and condition example of the
Category

19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Abstract Moonlit Landscape, signed "Douvos"
Located in New Orleans, LA
Abstract Moonlit Landscape, signed and dated "Douvos"
Category

1950s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique American Modernist Winter Night Moonlit Seascape Harbor Signed Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist seascape painting. Gouache and watercolor on board, circa 1951. Signed
Category

1950s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Watercolor

Mid 20th Century French Expressionist Oil Elegant Lady looking over Moonlit Lake
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
lady overlooking a moonlit lake view. Medium: oil on board, framed Framed: 13 x 15 inches Board
Category

Mid-20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Once Upon a Moonlit Night
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this piece, I sought to capture the fluidity of motion and the vibrant interplay of color. The moon's gentle glow and the tranquil background set a scene of serene introspection, ...
Category

2010s Impressionist Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas, Acrylic, Linen

Moonlit Winter Landscape c. 1945
By George Marinko
Located in Franklin, MI
A fine example of the artist's best realistic style. A haunting landscape.
Category

1940s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Lady of the Blossom Blade : Moonlit Duel
By Hiro Ando
Located in PARIS, FR
2009, unique artwork Oil on Canvas 31 1/2 × 39 2/5 in - 80 × 100 cm The artwork is signed by the
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Lady of the Blossom Blade : Moonlit Duel
Lady of the Blossom Blade : Moonlit Duel
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H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 1.19 in
1893 American Tonalist Impressionist Moonlit Landscape
By Charles Morris Young
Located in New York, NY
Early American Impressionist Moonlit landscape with river by Charles Morris Young (1869-1964). Oil
Category

Late 19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil on Canvas Painting of Moonlit Ocean Waves Signed, Dated Morel de Tanguy 1923
Located in Round Top, TX
The night sky and waves come alive in this original oil on canvas painting by Adelin Charles Morel
Category

Early 20th Century French Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Moonlit Night in Blue - Moonlight - Barbizon painters
By Alfred East
Located in Miami, FL
Sir Alfred East painted a series of moonlit landscapes that is reminiscent of the Barbizon school
Category

1890s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Moonlit River Scene", Early 20th Century Oil on Canvas by Luis Graner y Arrufi
By Luis Graner Y Arrufi
Located in Madrid, ES
LUIS GRANER Y ARRUFI Spanish, 1863 - 1929 MOONLIT RIVER SCENE signed and dated "L. Graner, 1925
Category

1920s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Moonlit Waves - Early 20th Century Nocturnal Seascape
By Anna Louise Hull
Located in Soquel, CA
1920's nocturnal seascape of moonlight shining on breaking waves by Anna Louise Hull (American, 20th century). Presented in a rustic, carved, vintage, giltwood frame. Artists name ad...
Category

1920s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cardboard, Oil

Moonlit Seascape, 19th Century by HENRY MOORE (1831-1895)
By Henry Moore
Located in Blackwater, GB
Moonlit Seascape, 19th Century by HENRY MOORE (1831-1895) to $45,000 19th Century nocturne of a
Category

19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Moonlit Beach Scene "Rotheneuf et Villaine" by , 20th century
Located in Blackwater, GB
Moonlit Beach Scene "Rotheneuf et Villaine" by , 20th century by Roger de la Corbiere (1893-1974
Category

Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Moonlit Cathedral River Landscape, 19th Century Henry Pether (1800-1880)
By Henry Pether
Located in Blackwater, GB
Moonlit river cathedral landscape, oil on canvas attributed to Henry Pether. Excellent quality and
Category

19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Native American Indian Warriors on Horseback with Dramatic Moonlit Landscape
Located in Preston, GB
Native American Indian Warriors on Horseback with Dramatic Moonlit Landscape Oil Painting by
Category

1990s Tribal Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil

Go Astray, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, leaves, animals, realism, oil painting, greenGo AstrayGuigen ZhaOil painting on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

View Across the Valley, Late 18th Century English Moonlit Scene
Located in London, GB
Oil on canvas Image size: 14 1/4 x 18 inches (36 x 45.7 cm) Period gilt frame In this painting the
Category

1780s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Moonlit River Landscape, 17th Century Aert van der Neer (1603-1677)
By Aert Van Der Neer
Located in Blackwater, GB
moonlit river landscape, oil on canvas attributed to Aert Van Der Neer. Excellent quality and condition
Category

17th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Antique Dutch School Moonlit Canal Scene With the Oute Kerk Amsterdram
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Moonlit Canal Dutch School (late 19th century) oil on board, framed framed: 15 x 16 inches painting
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Constantin Alexandrovitch Westchiloff “Moonlit Meadows In The Snow”
Located in Dallas, TX
off meadow in the moon light. Oil on canvas, signed lower right Measures: Canvas: 20.85 x 27.75
Category

1920s Aesthetic Movement Landscape Paintings

Materials

Paint

Attributed to John Paul (1804-1887) British Moonlit Coastal Scene Fishing Boats
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
: oil painting on board, framed Painting: 8 x 10 inches plus its frame Provenance: private collection
Category

19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

La Nuit A‰toilACe, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Valerie Vescovi
Located in Yardley, PA
This painting started as something completely different, I wanted to paint a starry night on a
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Moonlit Houseboats at Greenbrae Lagoon- Rare Nocturnal L/S, Charles Rollo Peters
By Charles Rollo Peters
Located in Soquel, CA
and produced numerous landscape paintings, especially moonlit views of Brittany and Paris---his first
Category

1910s Tonalist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Moonlight Sonata - Romantic Oil Landscape Painting, 2023
Located in Boston, MA
original oil painting by Lee Campbell. This Romantic style painting depicts an ocean landscape. The moon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Romantic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Impressionistic Moonlight Landscape Oil Painting Michael Budden
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Evening Moonrise Study oil/panel 10 x 8 unframed 14.38 x 12.38 framed. An oil painting on canvas
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Midnight Hour. Contemporary Seascape Oil Painting
By Penny Rumble
Located in Brecon, Powys
shore. On a balmy, moonlit night in July, spray fills the air and a silvery reflection bounces off the
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Villa View, Moonlight, Oil Painting
By Natalie George
Located in San Francisco, CA
, modern, flora, modern , oil painting, blueVilla View, MoonlightNatalie GeorgeOil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Impressionistic Moonlight Seascape Oil Painting Michael Budden Beach
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Moonrise oil/canvas 12 x 16 image size 18.5 x 22.5 framed. An oil painting on canvas by award
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Impressionistic Sunrise Seascape Oil Painting by Michael Budden
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Sunrise Seascape oil/canvas 9 x 12 image Sunrise Seascape is an oil painting on canvas by award
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Impressionistic Moonlight Seascape Oil Painting Michael Budden Beach Jetty
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Moonlight Serenade oil/canvas 20 x 30 image size 26 x 36 framed. An oil painting on canvas by award
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Landscape Seascape Impressionistic Oil Painting by Michael Budden Moonlight
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Sweet Moonlight oil/panel 10 x 8 unframed, 15 x 13 framed Sweet Moonlight is an oil painting on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Impressionistic Moonlight Seascape Oil Painting Michael Budden Beach Jetty
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
An oil painting on canvas by award winning contemporary artist Michael Budden that showcases a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Moon Night, Winter, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Oksana Kalenyuk Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Silent Night (Stilla natt), 1921, Large Moonlight Oil Painting
Located in Stockholm, SE
painting, and writing about the art of oil painting, it is in works like "Silent Night, 1921" that
Category

1920s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Pair of 19th Century landscape oil paintings of lakes
By Nils Hans Christiansen
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
**PLEASE NOTE: EACH PAINTING INCLUDING THE FRAME MEASURES 27 INCHES X 21 INCHES** Nils H
Category

19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Night Will Share Its Secrets, Abstract Oil Painting
By Agata Kijanka
Located in San Francisco, CA
paintingThe Night Will Share Its SecretsAgata KijankaOil painting on wood
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Moonlight San Lorenzo de Picuris, " Original Adobe Landscape Oil Painting
By Lorenzo Chavez
Located in Denver, CO
"Moonlight San Lorenzo de Picuris" by Lorenzo Chavez (US based) is a handmade landscape oil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

“Night in Malaga Petrino” , Oil Painting On Canvas, Textured, Embossed, Unique
Located in London, GB
Let the moonlit magic of Malaga captivate you through this enchanting Petrino style oil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Impressionistic Moonlight Seascape Oil Painting with jetty by Michael Budden
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Magical Moonlight oil/canvas 8 x 10 image Magical Moonlight is an oil painting on canvas by award
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

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Moonlit Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate moonlit oil painting for your needs in our varied inventory. Find Modern versions now, or shop for Modern creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. Finding the perfect moonlit oil painting may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right moonlit oil painting for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of gray, black, brown and beige. A moonlit oil painting from Simon Andrew, Michael Budden, Johan Barthold Jongkind, Hudson Mindell Kitchell and Ann Moeller Steverson — each of whom created distinctive versions of this kind of work — is worth considering. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in oil paint, paint and canvas.

How Much is a Moonlit Oil Painting?

A moonlit oil painting can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $3,000, while the lowest priced sells for $502 and the highest can go for as much as $60,000.

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Painting is an art form that has spanned innumerable cultures, with artists using the medium to tell stories, explore and communicate ideas and express themselves. To bring abstract, landscape and still-life paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.

When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.

Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs. Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.

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Questions About Moonlit 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 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
    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 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
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