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Woodland - Original Oil on canvas painting by Redina Tili
By Redina Tily
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Unique oil on canvas painting by Redina Tili Title : Woodland
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Galapagos - Original Oil on canvas painting by Redina Tili
By Redina Tily
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Unique oil on canvas painting by Redina Tili Title : Galapagos
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Riviera - Original Oil on canvas painting by Redina Tili
By Redina Tily
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Unique oil on canvas painting of the French Riviera by Redina Tili
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Stream of dreams - Original Oil on canvas painting by Redina Tili
By Redina Tily
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Unique oil on canvas painting by Redina Tili Title : Stream of dreams
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Steps to heaven - Original Oil on canvas painting by Redina Tili
By Redina Tily
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Unique oil on canvas painting by Redina Tili Title : Steps to heaven
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Small Oil Still Life Painting, "Orange on Blue Tile"
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a one of a kind original still life oil painting on board from southern California artist
Category

2010s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Poolside, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
pool. She is framed by terracotta tiles that contrast starkly with the blue hues of the water. Painted
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Transition., Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Igor Shulman
Located in Yardley, PA
reflections on the tiled walls or the captivating puddles beneath your feet. These elements alone can offer a
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Without a Net", Floating Glass Tiles on a Radial Orange Gradient Oil Painting
By Jean-Marc Boissy
Located in Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
features a number of what appears to be blue or transparent glass tiles, floating arranged in a quincunx
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

PIECES OF ME, FOR YOU - Oil Painting on Canvas of Bathroom Tile w/ Hair
Located in Signal Mountain, TN
PIECES OF ME, FOR YOU by Victoria Sauer depicts a subway-tiled bathroom meticulously painted in a
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Joseph Maresca Encaustic Wax Oil Painting and Tile On Board Still Life w Fruit
By Joseph Maresca
Located in Surfside, FL
and fruits. Green X Ray Oil and wax encaustic on tile Gallery label and hanging wire at back
Category

1990s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Wax, Encaustic, Oil

Paraiso. Dream 1., Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Elena Done
Located in Yardley, PA
«Paraiso» Serie of paintings, oil on linen This series is painted in Costa del Sol, South of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Paraiso. Dream 2, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Elena Done
Located in Yardley, PA
«Paraiso» Serie of paintings, oil on linen This series is painted in Costa del Sol, South of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Paraiso. Dream 3, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Elena Done
Located in Yardley, PA
«Paraiso» Serie of paintings, oil on linen This series is painted in Costa del Sol, South of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Venetian Shower - Nude Woman Showering in Tiled Bath, Original Oil Painting
By Bruno Surdo
Located in Chicago, IL
An unsuspecting woman showers in a small tiled bath somewhere in Venice. This intimate portrait is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Mario Maresca "A Street in Paris" Oil on Tile
Located in New York, NY
Mario Maresca (Italian, 1877-1959) "A Street in Paris" oil on tile depicting a view of Opera
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Other Paintings and Screens

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Still Life Of Pears On Tile
Located in Atlanta, GA
completed painting is actually a product of weeks of work. It is common for Reina to begin multiple pieces
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

Camouflage Terrazzo Tiles, Green, Yellow Squared Painting, Abstract Geometric
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of hand painted acrylic paintings by Natalia Roman are inspired by the colors and
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache

Sunshine, Oil Painting
By Alana Clumeck
Located in San Francisco, CA
, animals, animals, western, representational, oil painting, yellowSunshineAlana Clumeck
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Abstract Red Persimmon Oil Painting on Panel Marylyn Dintenfass Modernist
By Marylyn Dintenfass
Located in Surfside, FL
primarily known for her oil paintings, which use a dynamic color palette and lexicon of gestural imagery to
Category

Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Camouflage Overlap, Triangles on Black Background, Pink Terrazzo Tile Patterns
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of hand painted acrylic paintings by Natalia Roman are inspired by the colors and
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache

"Entry Bikes" Oil painting on wood panel, figurative interior entryway bicycles
Located in Jersey City, NJ
painting, entryway scene with bicycles and shoe rack, checkered tile floor, ladder to rooftop, wooden
Category

2010s Contemporary Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Tile, Framed
By Nicholas Evans-Cato
Located in Fairfield, CT
Represented by George Billis Gallery, NYC & LA --Every painting begins with a place to stand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Linen

3D - original still life seascape oil painting on custom canvas - realism art
By Luis Fuentes
Located in London, Chelsea
painting that blends surrealism and realism with finesse. Crafted in oil on canvas and signed by the artist
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Caption - Oil Painting 1999
By Giorgio Lo Fermo
Located in Roma, IT
Caption is an original artwork realized by Giorgio Lo Fermo in 1999. Oil on canvas hand signed and
Category

1990s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Framed Oil on Linen "Red Tile Roof, St. Emilion, Bordeaux" by Mark Sylva
Located in Savannah, GA
. His love of the sea and boating was an early influence that ultimately led to a career in painting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Monty/ Italian Tile
By Gigi Mills
Located in New York, NY
developed a style that is distinctly her own. Gigi works in oil sometimes glazing to force the light to
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

New Chess Tiles, Purple and Coral Squares on Black, Primary Geometry, Abstract
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
, abstract paintings are part of private collections all over the world. Details: Title: New Chess Tiles
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache

Gray and Blue Painting of Italian Terrazzo Tiles, Abstract Floating Shapes, Dove
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of hand painted acrylic paintings by Natalia Roman are inspired by the colors and
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache

Mauve Camouflage on Slate, Square Terrazzo Tiles Inspiration in Pink and Orange
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of hand painted acrylic paintings by Natalia Roman are inspired by the colors and
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache

A Rock and a Hard Place, Abstract Oil on Canvas Painting by Benjamin Benno
By Benjamin G. Benno
Located in Long Island City, NY
A small-scale oil painting by Benjamin Benno, executed in 1934. A large boulder perches
Category

1930s Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Double Vision Tiles on Black, Orange and Cream Terrazzo Pattern in Vivid Tones
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of hand painted acrylic paintings by Natalia Roman are inspired by the colors and
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache

Italian Tile and Pipe
By Gigi Mills
Located in New York, NY
developed a style that is distinctly her own. Gigi works in oil sometimes glazing to force the light to
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Birch, Oil

Gray Tile over Strawberry Field, Fresh Tones Terrazzo Tiles, Red Memphis Shapes
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of hand painted acrylic paintings by Natalia Roman are inspired by the colors and
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache

Square, Circle and Triangle Tiles in Pink and Yellow, Floating Geometry on Paper
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of hand painted acrylic paintings by Natalia Roman are inspired by the colors and
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache

"Un-stretched Longitude", contemporary, cityscape, window, red, oil painting
By Alexandra Rozenman
Located in Natick, MA
"Un-stretched Longitude" by Alexandra Rozenman is a large, mysterious cityscape in oil paint on
Category

1990s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"Blue and Dog, " Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Hiroshi Sato's (US based) "Blue and Dog" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a
Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Primary Colors on Gray Terrazzo, Squared Painting on Watercolor Paper, Minimal
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of hand painted acrylic paintings by Natalia Roman are inspired by the colors and
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache

'Mas Pres Eypalieres, Provence' French Vineyard Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
'Mas Pres Eypalieres, Provence' French Landscape, Signed Oil Painting By French artist 'De Tigny
Category

1960s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Tokari Village, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Cardboard, Oil

"Tilted Quadrilateral, " Minimalist Tan Contemporary Geometric Oil Painting
By Charlotte Andry Gibbs
Located in Wellesley, MA
"Tiled Quadrilateral," Oil on Linen, 28 x 20 Inches, is a Minimalist, elegant geometric
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Village Landscape - French 19thC Impressionist oil painting France
By Pierre Edouard Frere
Located in London, GB
This charming French 19th century Impressionist landscape oil painting is by noted artist Edouard
Category

19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Cyclamen and Glass Vase, Oil Painting
By Feng Biddle
Located in San Francisco, CA
, vase, cyclamen, table, flowers, still life, representational, modern , oil painting, red
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sam Diamond, View of Manhattan, Oil on Canvas Painting, circa 1954
By Sam Diamond
Located in New York, NY
This is a double-sided painting - Side 1: View of Manhattan, signed lower left and dated 1954
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

" Tricycle and Doll" Oil on Canvas by Edgar Kiechle
Located in Pasadena, CA
primarily at Universal. He also produced hundreds of oil paintings. His first public showing was in an
Category

Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Untitled 1963 Abstract Oil Painting by Jimmy Ernst
By Jimmy Ernst
Located in Hudson, NY
Paris World Exposition. Ernst later recalled, “Suddenly, I was not at all certain that painting did not
Category

1960s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Oil

Vintage Spanish Villa Oil Painting On Canvas Figures & Flowers Signed Framed 24"
Located in Dayton, OH
with clay tiled roof. 3 Figures are in the foreground between flowers. The painting is signed lower
Category

20th Century Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Spring, landscape, Original oil Painting, Handmade, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"Alley In Calla" Modern Impressionist Oil Painting of Spain
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Alley In Calla" is an beautiful oil painted on location in Southern Spain by Maria Bertran. This
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Reticulum - Oil on Canvas by Giorgio Lo Fermo - 1995
By Giorgio Lo Fermo
Located in Roma, IT
Reticulum is an original artwork realized by the artist Giorgio Lo Fermo in 1995. Oil on canvas
Category

1990s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Untitled (balcony II), 2022, color, abstract, architectural oil painting
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In her “Balcony” series paintings, Lucía Rodríguez Pérez uses an same architectural mindset by
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Untitled (balcony I), 2022, colorful, abstract architectural oil painting
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In her “Balcony” series paintings, Lucía Rodríguez Pérez uses an same architectural mindset by
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Reticulum - Oil on Canvas by Giorgio Lo Fermo - 1995
By Giorgio Lo Fermo
Located in Roma, IT
Reticulum is an original artwork realized by the artist Giorgio Lo Fermo in 1995. Oil on canvas
Category

1990s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Sand Pit, 1905 Oil Painting, English Pastoral Landscape
By Alfred Robert Hayward
Located in London, GB
Oil on board, signed lower left Inscribed and dated 1905 on reverse Image size: 8 1/4 x 10 1/2
Category

Early 1900s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

"Moroccan Sink" Original oil Painting 2020 12"x12"
Located in Boca Raton, FL
"Moroccan Sink" is an original oil painting made using high quality oil paints on 3/4" cradled
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Night Crossing - Model Pirate Ship and Constellations, Oil on Panel
By John Hrehov
Located in Chicago, IL
A model pirate ship dominates the geometric backdrop of this perplexing painting titled, "Night
Category

2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

"Castelmuzio" contemporary impressionist plein air painting, small oil study
By Marc Dalessio
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
An oil painting by Marc Dalessio. Painted en plein air in Tuscany, a grassy foreground moves within
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

ARCHES ( diptych) - original modern realism seascape oil painting- surreal art
By Luis Fuentes
Located in London, Chelsea
architectural intrigue. This stunning original seascape painting, rendered in oil on canvas, showcases Fuentes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Pink Architecture, Pastel Tones Geometric Composition, Squared Painting on Paper
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of hand painted acrylic paintings by Natalia Roman are inspired by the colors and
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache

Tile: Floating World no. 3: 'Down'
Located in Burlingame, CA
Tile: Floating World no. 3 'Down' - a single feather, original painting created with oil on wood by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

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Oil On Tile Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the oil on tile painting you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. You can easily find an example made in the abstract style, while we also have 149 abstract versions to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an oil on tile painting may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right oil on tile painting is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes gray, brown, black and orange. An oil on tile painting from Natalia Roman, Raymond Debieve, Giorgio Lo Fermo, Dominic Couturier and Curtis Cutshaw — each of whom created distinctive versions of this kind of work — is worth considering. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much is a Oil On Tile Painting?

The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — an oil on tile painting in our inventory may begin at $75 and can go as high as $258,338, while the average can fetch as much as $2,607.

Finding the Right paintings for You

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.

No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel. Download the 1stDibs app, which includes a handy “View on Wall” feature that allows you to see how a particular artwork will look on a particular wall, and read about how to arrange wall art. And if you’re searching for the perfect palette for your interior design project, what better place to turn than to the art world’s masters of color?

On 1stDibs, you’ll find an expansive collection of paintings and other fine art for your home or office. Browse abstract paintings, portrait paintings, paintings by popular artists and more today.

Questions About Oil On Tile Painting
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, you can paint over ceramic tiles. It is recommended that you do not paint over tiles that are frequently subjected to water or wear.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best type of paint to use on tile is a special epoxy paint or designated tile paint that allows the paint to securely stick to the tile, while being durable and washable. Painted tiles can add a pop of color or serve as a way to update your space. Browse a range of tiles 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 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 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 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 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.
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    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.

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