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SPLATTERED, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Bill Stone
Located in Yardley, PA
Too much of everything fried the brain. :: Painting :: Abstract Expressionism :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist :: Ready to Hang: ...
Category

2010s Paintings

Materials

Oil

Drip Splatter
By Darius Yektai
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
A splatter paint composition on resin, reminiscent of Jackson Pollock who lived and worked a short
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist More Art

Materials

Canvas, Resin, Oil

Antique American School New York Minimalist Abstract Splatter Oil Painting MCM
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American school abstract expressionist action painting. Oil on paper, circa 1960
Category

1960s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Navy Hummer Splatter
By Ash Almonte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
she began to perfect her unique style, working mainly with mixed media, including enamel, oil, acrylic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media, Paper, Acrylic

Untitled. Large Mixed Media Splatter Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
Mixed media (acrylic and oil paints) splatter painting on canvas Signed and dated verso. Gordon
Category

1990s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic

Snow, Contemporary Mixed Media Splatter Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
Mixed media splatter painting. Oil and acrylic paint Signed and dated vers0 Gordon COUCH Born
Category

Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic

"Green Echo" oil painting of clear beach ball with orange, green, pink splatter
By Carol O'Malia
Located in Edgartown, MA
, are anchored and safeguarded with paint onto the canvas. Carol was born in Boston and is a native New
Category

2010s Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

"On a Day Like This" oil painting of clear beach ball with colorful splatter
By Carol O'Malia
Located in Edgartown, MA
, are anchored and safeguarded with paint onto the canvas. Carol was born in Boston and is a native New
Category

2010s Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

'Into The Web' - Large Contemporary Splatter - Abstract Expressionism
By Nan Van Ryzin
Located in Carmel, CA
grand scale, measuring an impressive 67" x 82". This oil on canvas is a riot of color and dynamic
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Peonies, " Emanuel Buckvar, Abstract Expressionist Red Splatter Painting
By Emanuel Buckvar
Located in New York, NY
Emanuel Buckvar (American, b. 1980) Peonies, 2011 Oil on canvas 30 x 24 inches Signed, titled and
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Abstract Splatter Painting, c. 1980s, by Mystery Artist
Located in Larchmont, NY
Untitled, c. 1980s Oil on canvas 43 1/2 x 55 1/2 in.
Category

1980s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Large Splattered Abstract Painting "Slick Floor Series 1"
By Tay Dall
Located in Cape Town, ZA
A textured, unique and vivid poured enamel painting on stretched canvas, with red, yellow, black and white colours. Ready to hang. Framing on request.
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Enamel

Colorful Large Abstract Graffiti Style Cityscape Splatter Painting on Canvas
Located in Houston, TX
Large scale abstract landscape of a city inspired by graffiti painted in the style of Abstract
Category

Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Dogmocracy, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
— and fun. Jeff starts with a pencil sketch and applies oil paint using his fingers then adds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Catcher, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
gentle stare at the viewer. Jeff starts with a pencil sketch and applies oil paint using his fingers then
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

XOXO, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
paint brushes, bamboo shish kebab sticks, kite string, spraypaint and splattering. While working, Jeff
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

XOXO, Oil Painting
XOXO, Oil Painting
H 16 in W 20 in D 1.5 in
Bonjour Garden, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, traditional paint brushes, bamboo shish kebab sticks, kite string, spray paint, and splattering. While working
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

Spring Tease, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
shish kebab sticks, kite string, spray paint, and splattering. While working, Jeff always listens to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

Sun-Kissed, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, traditional paint brushes, bamboo shish kebab sticks, kite string, spray paint, and splattering. While working
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

Renaissance Spring, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
shish kebab sticks, kite string, spray paint, and splattering. While working, Jeff always listens to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

SumFun, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
moves his painting to his studio floor where he spontaneously splatters and flings paint across the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Tonic Water, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
string, spray paint, and splattering. While working, Jeff always listens to music, including Broadway
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

Chanel's Garden, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, traditional paint brushes, bamboo shish kebab sticks, kite string, spray paint, and splattering. While working
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

Dogmocracy ll, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
paint brushes, bamboo shish kebab sticks, kite string, spraypaint and splattering. While working, Jeff
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Soft Snow, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
fine detail and splatters paint with a toothbrush to replicate the snowfall.About the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Feline Good, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, traditional paint brushes, bamboo shish kebab sticks, kite string, spray paint, and splattering. While working
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

Breath of Spring, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, traditional paint brushes, bamboo shish kebab sticks, kite string, spray paint, and splattering. While working
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

Early One Morning, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
string, spray paint, and splattering. While working, Jeff always listens to music, including Broadway
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

Pawsitive Energy, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
with a pencil sketch, then with gloved hands, applied oil paint using my fingers. Later, I added
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Art Tasting, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
. He writes Banksy in lime green as an ode to the legendary street artist. "I whisk paint in random
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Street Art Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Field of Dreams, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
affectionately posing with her puppy. Jeff begins with a pencil sketch and applies paint with his fingers
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Lost and Found, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, traditional paint brushes, bamboo shish kebab sticks, kite string, spray paint, and splattering. While working
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

Bouquet for Monet, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
sticks, kite string, spray paint, and splattering. While working, Jeff always listens to music, including
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

Fun Fetch, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
with a pencil sketch on the canvas, then with gloved hands, he applied oil paint using his fingers
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

"The Calling", Oil painting
By Kevin A. Moore
Located in Denver, CO
Kevin A. Moore's (US based) "The Calling" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a
Category

2010s Photorealist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

Red Vibrations, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
started the piece with a pencil sketch on the canvas, then with gloved hands, he applied oil paint using
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

Contemporary Oil - Punta Della Dogana
Located in Corsham, GB
. The artist has used an interesting combination of thinned oil and areas of thick impasto splatters to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Spring into Summer, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
the piece with a pencil sketch on the canvas, then with gloved hands, he applied oil paint using his
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sunflowers in Bloom, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
with a pencil sketch on the canvas, then with gloved hands, he generously applied oil paint using his
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

Dancing Figures, Oil on Board
By David Rosen (b.1912)
Located in Surfside, FL
, rather than splattering, his drips were the natural flow marks from painting freely without regard for
Category

20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Clifford Hanley (1948-2021) - 1990 Oil, Acid Yellow
Located in Corsham, GB
A strikingly vibrant 20th Century oil, showing a man in his car bathed in bright sunlight. The
Category

1990s Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Clifford Hanley (1948-2021) - 1995 Oil, Dead New
Located in Corsham, GB
of red, with splatter of warm colours which add texture to the scene. Signed and dated to the lower
Category

1990s Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

You, Me and a Pollock vibe, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Jo Beer
Located in Yardley, PA
have been added with acrylic, the rest is painted in oil. Standard stretch canvas, edges painted
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

A Primal Dance, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel
By Todd Brugman
Located in Yardley, PA
representing physical objects, splattering paint, or the other, scale is intrinsic to sentential experiences
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sanctuary, Modernist Judaica Scene Oil Painting
By David Rosen (b.1912)
Located in Surfside, FL
drip painting; however, rather than splattering, his drips were the natural flow marks from painting
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

David Wilson (1919-2013) - Contemporary Oil, Fountain Court
Located in Corsham, GB
the City of London). A cacophony of dramatic brushstrokes and splattered paint create a vivid image
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Tombe Du Ciel II / Oil on Linen
By Frédéric Choisel
Located in Burlingame, CA
, rich in shades of deep night indigo blue, with white and grays splattered across the European linen
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Wood Panel

Tombe Du Ciel I / Oil on Linen
By Frédéric Choisel
Located in Burlingame, CA
, rich in shades of deep night indigo blue, with white and grays splattered across the European linen
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Wood Panel

American Neo Expressionist "Wild Horses" Modernist Oil Painting
By Robert Beauchamp
Located in Surfside, FL
painting process as "splattering", "pushing the paint around," and sponging. Animals often appear in his
Category

20th Century Neo-Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil

American Neo Expressionist "Wild Horses" Modernist Oil Painting
By Robert Beauchamp
Located in Surfside, FL
described his painting process as "splattering", "pushing the paint around," and sponging. Animals often
Category

20th Century Neo-Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil

Vintage Boho Abstract Oil on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
This vintage piece includes paint splattered colors including a soft mint green in combination with
Category

Mid-20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Vintage Boho Abstract Oil on Canvas
Vintage Boho Abstract Oil on Canvas
H 60 in W 48 in D 1.5 in
"Birds on Jungle" Contemporary Oil and Acrylic on Canvas Framed Painting
Located in Baltimore, MD
thin branches. The paint splattered background emulates a hazy, starry sky as the silhouetted birds
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic, Paint

"Sea Turtles 1" Contemporary Animals Oil and Acrylic on Canvas Framed Painting
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Sea Turtles 1" is a framed oil and acrylic work on canvas by Joshua Brown, depicting a bale of
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Paint, Mixed Media, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

"Sea Turtles 3" Contemporary Animals Oil and Acrylic on Canvas Framed Painting
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Sea Turtles 3" is a framed oil and acrylic work on canvas by Joshua Brown, depicting a bale of
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Paint, Acrylic, Mixed Media

112 2nd St (Contemporary Brightly Colored Oil, White House & Blue Trim)
By Dan Rupe
Located in Hudson, NY
Modern, Fauvist style landscape oil painting of Upstate New York cityscape "112 2nd St," painted
Category

2010s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

'You and I', Abstract Female Figure, by Behnaz Sohrabian, Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
painting a quick and emotionally-charged feeling. The drips, smears, and splatters of paint create a multi
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

American Neo Expressionist Woman with Monkeys Abstract Modernist Oil Painting
By Robert Beauchamp
Located in Surfside, FL
either the floor or wall and he described his painting process as "splattering", "pushing the paint
Category

20th Century Neo-Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil

Large Ascending Black, Purple and Blue with Red Abstract Oil Painting, Untitled
By Jean Soyer
Located in Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
the splatters of black in the lower part of the painting are shining because of their reliefs, and
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Summer Day Lilies (Contemporary Still Life of Vibrant Lilies, Oil on canvas)
By Dan Rupe
Located in Hudson, NY
Summer Day Lilies (Contemporary Still Life of Vibrant Lilies, Oil on canvas) by Dan Rupe 22 x 22
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

American Neo Expressionist Woman with Camels Abstract Modernist Oil Painting
By Robert Beauchamp
Located in Surfside, FL
described his painting process as "splattering", "pushing the paint around," and sponging. Animals often
Category

20th Century Neo-Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil

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Oil Paint Splatter For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the oil paint splatter you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. There are many Abstract, Pop Art and Modern versions of these works for sale. Making the right choice when shopping for an oil paint splatter may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right oil paint splatter is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes gray, beige, brown and red. There have been many interesting oil paint splatter examples over the years, but those made by Manzur Kargar, Emanuel Buckvar, Carole Eisner, Shawn Snow and Seymour Tubis are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in oil paint, paint and canvas.

How Much is a Oil Paint Splatter?

The average selling price for an oil paint splatter we offer is $2,648, while they’re typically $295 on the low end and $8,200 for the highest priced.

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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 Oil Paint Splatter
  • 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 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 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.