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Portrait of a Girl with Hat - Scottish 1919 art oil painting Edinburgh artist
Located in London, GB
This Lovely Scottish portrait oil painting is by noted portrait artist James Bell Anderson who
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1910s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Edinburgh, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Steven Miller
Located in Yardley, PA
Abstract oil on canvas based on natural elements, landscape and sea. My abstract paintings are all
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Women Observed - Scottish art Edinburgh Expressionist artist nude oil painting
By Robin Philipson
Located in London, GB
A superb oil on panel nude portrait by the noted Scottish artist Sir Robin Philipson PRSA. A
Category

1970s Impressionist Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil

HolyRood Palace Scotland Royal Palace in Edinburgh Original Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
HolyRood Palace, Scotland by Peter St. Clair Merriman, Scottish 20th century signed and titled oil
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20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Daniel Nichols - Contemporary Oil, Edinburgh Castle
By Daniel Nichols
Located in Corsham, GB
A fine study of Edinburgh castle on a gloomy day. With expressive brushwork and direct palette
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21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of Rachel Missing, Edinburgh - British Old Master art oil painting
By Michael Dahl
Located in London, GB
This lovely Old Master portrait oil painting is attributed to the circle of Michael Dahl. Painted
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Early 18th Century Baroque Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pink Edinburgh
Located in Aberdeen Dyce, GB
Henry Kondracki R.S.A. (1953) XX Century "Pink Edinburgh" Oil on canvas
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20th Century Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Edinburgh Tenements - Large Modern Mid Century British Architectural Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
. Gerrard (British, 20th century) Title: Edinburgh Tenements Medium: Oil on board Size: 30 x 26 inches (76 x
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1950s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Half Length Portrait of Mr. Robertson of Edinburgh
By Sir Henry Raeburn
Located in Miami, FL
of Alexander Reid Lyon and Turnbull, Edinburgh, Scotland, Jordanstone House Sale Illustrated in J L
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18th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Fine Scottish Oil Painting Circus Lady Performer, original antique oil painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
of the painting she was Bessie Hunter. He always gave an Edinburgh address for Royal Scottish
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19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Edinburgh From Carlton Hill, 19th Century Thomas Grant (19th Century, British)
Located in Blackwater, GB
view of Edinburgh at sunset from Carlton Hill, oil on canvas by Thomas Grant. Extensive panoramic view
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19th Century Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Abstract In Pink. Contemporary Oil Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
paintings will add a pop of form and colour to the wall and warm any space they occupy. Gestural
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Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Summer in Salcombe, Original painting, Framed oil painting, Seascape, Coastal
By Fiona Carver
Located in Deddington, GB
Summer in Salcombe [2023] by Fiona Carver Original painting Oil paint on board Image size: H:20 cm
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2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

American Impressionist Street Scene Oil Painting
By John George Brown
Located in Houston, TX
John George Brown American impressionist street scene oil painting. The painting is signed by the
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Late 19th Century American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Female Nude Sitting Figure - Expressive Oil Painting
By Agata Czeremuszkin-Chrut
Located in Salzburg, AT
the Fine Arts in Wroclaw (2008) with the Master degree in Painting. In 2007 she studied also at
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2010s Expressionist Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Robert Thorburn Ross RSA, Carding, Oil Painting
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This mid-19th-century oil painting by Scottish artist Robert Thorburn Ross RSA (1816-1876) depicts
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1850s Victorian Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

John White, The Big One, Oil Painting
By John White
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This late 19th-century oil painting by Scottish artist John White (1851-1933) depicts a boy fishing
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1880s English School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Abstract - Scottish 1950's Abstract art oil painting
By Alexander McNeish
Located in London, GB
This superb Scottish Abstract oil painting is by noted sixties Edinburgh artist Alexander McNeish
Category

1950s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Midsummer - Scottish Abstract Expressionist exhibited art oil painting
By Iain Robertson
Located in London, GB
This striking exhibited large abstract oil painting is by noted Scottish artist Iain Robertson
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1990s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Kirkcudbright Scotland - Scottish Victorian Impressionist landscape oil painting
Located in London, GB
This wonderful atmospheric Scottish Impressionist landscape oil painting is by much noted and
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Early 1900s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

ORIGINAL EXPRESSIONIST Scottish figurative oil painting by JEANETTE LASSEN
Located in Cirencester, GB
left MEDIUM: oil on canvas SIZE: 67cm x 62cm inc frame CONDITION: excellent DETAIL: Jeanette Lassen
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Harbour Seascape - Scottish Edwardian Impressionist art marine oil painting
By James Campbell Noble
Located in London, GB
This superb Edwardian Impressionist oil painting by Scottish listed artist James Campbell Noble RSA
Category

1910s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century sporting oil painting of salmon & trout
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
excellent condition. Condition: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in
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19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Sunset - Scottish Abstract Expressionist contemporary art oil painting Cornwall
By Iain Robertson
Located in London, GB
This striking Abstract Expressionist oil painting is by noted Scottish artist Iain Robertson
Category

Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Galloway Hills Landscape - Scottish Edwardian Impressionist art oil painting
By John Campbell Mitchell
Located in London, GB
This stunning Scottish Edwardian exhibited landscape oil painting is by noted Scottish artist John
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Early 1900s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil Painting, 19. Century. Scottish, British Artist. Shore landscape.
Located in Berlin, DE
Decorative, antique oil painting, with an elaborately carved pompous frame. Scottish, British
Category

19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Two Ladies in Landscape - British Surrealist Oil Painting
By Richard Turner
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Two Ladies in Landscape by Richard Turner, British 1940-2013 signed and dated verso, 2010 oil
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21st Century and Contemporary Post-Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

What's Ahead? (1) - Oil Painting by Valeriya Shebelnichenko - 2023
Located in Roma, IT
"What's ahead (1)" is a painting realized by Ukrainian artist Okno in 2023. Acrylic and marker on
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

What's Ahead? (2) - Oil Painting by Valeriya Shebelnichenko - 2023
Located in Roma, IT
"What's ahead (2)" is a painting realized by Ukrainian artist Okno in 2023. Acrylic and marker on
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Scottish Abstract - Exhibited 1965 Abstract Expressionist art oil painting
Located in London, GB
This very striking exhibited Scottish Abstract oil painting is by influential Scottish artist Jack
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1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

What's ahead? (3) - Oil Painting by Valeriya Shebelnichenko - 2023
Located in Roma, IT
"What's ahead (3)" is a painting made by Ukrainian artist Okno in 2023. Acrylic and marker on
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sunflower Field-Original landscape Impressionism oil painting-contemporary Art
By Denis Ribas
Located in London, Chelsea
"Sunflower Field" by Denis Ribas is a breathtaking original French Impressionism landscape painting
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vines Garden-original landscape impressionism oil painting-contemporary Art
By Denis Ribas
Located in London, Chelsea
"Vines Garden" by Denis Ribas is a masterful original French Impressionism landscape painting that
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Early Abstract 1926 - Scottish Abstract art modernist oil painting
By William Johnstone
Located in London, GB
Scottish artist William Johnstone OBE painted this stunning abstract oil painting. It is a superb
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1920s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

20th century oil painting entitled The Unknown Corner
Located in London, GB
architecture of Edinburgh. The purchase of his Guildhall with Figures (1905) by J. S. Sargent was a landmark in
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Early 20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Anastasia - Scottish Impressionist 1911 Norwegian marine art oil painting
By James Campbell Noble
Located in London, GB
Dordrecht, Dort for short. There are quite a number of his oil paintings painted in this harbour vacinity
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1910s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

River Tay Landscape Scotland - Scottish art Victorian Impressionist oil painting
By Joseph Milne
Located in London, GB
A beautiful, large landscape painting, oil on panel, by Scottish listed artist Joseph Milne. The
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19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Scottish River Mountain Landscape - Victorian art oil painting exhibited artist
By Joseph Farquharson
Located in London, GB
A large impressive original Victorian oil painting which was painted circa 1890 by Scottish listed
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1890s Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Soldier's Farewell - Scottish Victorian art Interior portrait oil painting
By Robert Gemmell Hutchison
Located in London, GB
This lovely Scottish interior genre oil painting is by noted Scottish artist Robert Gemmell
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19th Century Realist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

BEATRICE HUNTINGTON (1889-1988) Scottish impressionist Portrait Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, GB
: lower left and with provenance from The Scottish Gallery Edinburgh and James Bourlet exhibition label
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Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Early Spring - Scottish Abstract Expressionist art landscape oil painting
By William Gear
Located in London, GB
An original oil on canvas by noted Scottish artist William Gear which dates to 1981. Entitled early
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20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Landscape with Sheep - Scottish 1920 Impressionist art landscape oil painting
By William Pratt
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous, vibrant Scottish Impressionist landscape oil painting is by noted Glasgow artist
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1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Soldier's Farewell - Scottish Victorian art Interior portrait oil painting
By Robert Gemmell Hutchison
Located in London, GB
This lovely Scottish interior genre oil painting is by noted Scottish artist Robert Gemmell
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19th Century Realist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of Doctor Carter, Scottish 19th Century Signed Oil Painting
Located in London, GB
Society, and numerous paintings in other locations in London. He also exhibited in Edinburgh, Glasgow
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Late 19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Sunflower Field-Original Impressionism landscape oil painting-contemporary Art
By Denis Ribas
Located in London, Chelsea
"Sunflower Field" by Denis Ribas is a breathtaking original French Impressionism landscape painting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of Muriel Sutherland Playing Badminton- Scottish Edwardian Oil Painting
By George Fiddes Watt
Located in London, GB
This charming Edwardian Scottish full length portrait oil painting is by noted Scottish portrait
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1910s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Harvest Landscape - British 19th century art Victorian landscape oil painting
By Keeley Halswelle
Located in London, GB
This lovely British Victorian landscape oil painting is by attributed to artist Keeley Halswelle
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1880s Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Scottish Interior - Scottish 19th century Victorian art interior oil painting
By George Hay
Located in London, GB
historical interior painting which dates to about 1870. It depicts two women curtsying before an aristocratic
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19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

George Whitton Johnstone (British1849-1901) Antique 1876 oil painting Landscape
Located in Framingham, MA
This is an original antique oil painting on canvas depicting a country landscape with a Woman and
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1870s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Arts & Crafts Landscape Oil Painting
By Robert Cairns Dobson
Located in Rochester, NY
Tonalist landscape oil painting by Robert Cairns Dobson, American oil painting on academy board. In
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Early 20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Untitled - XXI century, Contemporary Oil Painting, Figurative, Couple, Bird
By Mikołaj Malesza
Located in Warsaw, PL
at XII J. Spychalski National Painting Contest (Poznań, 1987). Malesza created circa 40 stage designs
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Spring, River Ayr - Scottish Impressionist art landscape oil painting Scotland
By George Houston
Located in London, GB
This superb Scottish Impressionist landscape oil painting is by noted artist George Houston. The
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1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Alster Hamburg - Scottish 30's Expressionist oil painting riverscape Germany
By Alan Ian Ronald
Located in London, GB
institutions. He was noted for his landscapes in Germany and Scotland. This expressionist original oil painting
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20th Century Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Classical Maidens Eastern Landscape Huge British Surrealist Oil Painting
By Richard Turner
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Sweet Breeze of Evening by Richard Turner, British 1940-2013 signed and dated verso, 2009 oil
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21st Century and Contemporary Post-Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Portrait of Joseph Benwell Original Oil Painting 18th Century
By Sir Allan Ramsay
Located in London, GB
Sir Allan Ramsay 1713-1784 Portrait of Joseph Benwell Oil on canvas, inscribed with sitter's name
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1750s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Pheasants in a Woodland - Scottish Victorian art animal landscape oil painting
Located in London, GB
This lovely Scottish Victorian woodland landscape oil painting is by noted Scottish artist John
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19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Industrial Railway Landscape - Scottish 50s art Post Impressionist oil painting
Located in London, GB
This vibrant colourful Scottish Post Impressionist oil painting is by noted Slade School artist and
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1950s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Elgin Cathedral Ruins - Scottish 19thC art architectural landscape oil painting
By David Roberts
Located in London, GB
David Roberts, noted 19th century Scottish artist, painted this superb architectural landscape oil
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1840s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Young Girl - Scottish art early 20th century oil painting female portrait
Located in London, GB
A fine Scottish portrait oil painting of a young girl in a red dress with pretty collar. This is a
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Early 20th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Scottish 1949 Abstract - Interieur Forme Blanche - CoBrA art oil painting
By William Gear
Located in London, GB
This stunning Scottish Abstract oil painting is by much noted artist William Gear. It was painted
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1940s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

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You are likely to find exactly the oil painting edinburgh you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. In our selection of items, you can find Impressionist examples as well as a Contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for an oil painting edinburgh may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right oil painting edinburgh for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of black, gray, blue and brown. Creating an oil painting edinburgh has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by George Aikman, John Horsburgh, Mark Lewis, Margaret Campbell MacPherson and Steven Miller are consistently popular. Artworks like these of any era or style can make for thoughtful decor in any space, but a selection from our variety of those made in oil paint, paint and canvas can add an especially memorable touch.

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The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — an oil painting edinburgh in our inventory may begin at $900 and can go as high as $522,000, while the average can fetch as much as $7,214.

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Questions About Oil Painting Edinburgh
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021
    Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.

    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.

    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 18, 2021
    The cost of an original oil painting has a very wide range. For emerging new artist could be in the lower end, ranging from the $500 to $10,000 depending on the size and subject matter, for the mid-career artists who are already established, their prices range in the thousands and hundreds of thousands of dollars and lastly the original oil painting art of very established and popular artists that could have auction records in the millions of dollars. In this category are some of the well known examples of the old master paintings and other contemporary artworks.

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Americans are rediscovering the globe-trotting painter and poet, who was connected to all sorts of art movements across a long and varied career.

In Francks Deceus’s ‘Mumbo Jumbo #5,’ the Black Experience Is . . . Complicated

Despite the obstacles, the piece’s protagonist navigates the chaos without losing his humanity.

With Works Like ‘Yours Truly,’ Arthur Dove Pioneered Abstract Art in America

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.