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Painted Modernist Nude Figure Ceramic Plaque, Israeli Painting
By Stefan Alexander
Located in Surfside, FL
Genre: Other
Subject: Other
Medium: Acrylic
Country: United States
Dimensions: 6 x 6
Dimensions w/Frame: 9 1/4 x 9 1/4
Stefan Alexander, born Czechoslovakia. In World War II sent to...
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Ceramic, Oil
1880's, Italian Oil Paintings
By Franz Auguste Rezia
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A beautifully painted, mated pair of signed 19th century, oil-on-board, Italian, atmospheric
Category
1880s Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Plaques of Egypt
By Kate Orr
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Plagues of Egypt
by Kate Orr (British 20th century)
signed lower corner, circa 1990's
oil painting
Category
Late 20th Century Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
1976 POP-ART Acrylic Abstract Oil Painting Ruckus Manhattan 3D NYC Project
By Red Grooms
Located in New York, NY
overall
Acrylic/Oil on Board
Dated 1976 with Artist name On Plaque
Very good original condition!
Category
1970s Pop Art Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
19th Century German Oil Painting
Located in Tampa, FL
brass plaque, and it’s signed with his German signature on the back. The painting it's self measures ten
Category
Antique 1890s German Paintings
Materials
Paint
Antique English Oil Painting on Wood Panel "The Middle Age Trial"
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
#5-2984 Lawbreaker Painting Plaque,scene of Middle Ages court ,vintage English oil on wood
Category
1940s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Figure Walking Riverside Pathway in English Landscape, Victorian Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: British School, late 19th century, with name plaque to frame: 'W. Richards"
Title
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil Painting Titled "Harvest Time"
Located in Wilson, NC
Oil painting titled "Harvest Time", oil on canvas of a girl with a puppy. The painting is plaqued
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint, Canvas
Coastal Oil Painting with a Middle Eastern Minaret by Berchère
By Narcisse Berchere
Located in London, GB
Oil painting of a Middle Eastern coastal town with a minaret by Berchère
French, 19th Century
Category
19th Century Land Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 29.14 in W 26.38 in D 3.94 in
Large Oil Painting by C. Delort Entitled ‘The Wedding, Fontainebleau’
By Charles Edouard Edmond Delort
Located in London, GB
Large oil painting by C. Delort entitled ‘The Wedding, Fontainebleau’
French, Late 19th Century
Category
Late 19th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Oil
H 42.92 in W 58.27 in D 2.76 in
Orientalist Oil Painting of Damascus Gate in Jerusalem by Macco
Located in London, GB
Orientalist oil painting of Damascus Gate in Jerusalem by Macco
German, Early 20th Century
Frame
Category
Early 20th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 25.99 in W 33.08 in D 3.15 in
American Impressionist Artist Allen Dean Cochran Oil Painting Summer Catskills
By Allen Dean Cochran
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
original period frame also.
DESCRIPTION
"Foothills of the Catskills," 1915
Oil on canvas
Signed and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 28.5 in W 34.5 in D 2.25 in
FINE VICTORIAN OIL PAINTING - BORROWDALE LAKE DISTRICT LANDSCAPE VALLEY FIGURE
By (Circle of) David Cox
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Borrowdale (Lake District, Cumbria). There is a plaque with this title to the frame.
Medium: oil painting on
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
"Palais Garnier" Post-Impressionist Parisian Street Scene Oil Painting Canvas
By Jean Salabet
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful oil on canvas painting by the French artist, Jean Salabet. Salabet was a Parisian
Category
20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Oil Painting of a Landscape
Located in Chicago, IL
a Flemish origin. The painting appears to have been cleaned, repaired, and varnished but not at all
Category
Antique 18th Century Belgian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
"Caravansary at Shiraz" Antique orientalist Black & White Oil Painting on Board
Located in Jacksonville, FL
black and white oil painting on canvas titled “Caravansary at Shiraz.” This particular painting measures
Category
19th Century Academic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
Jenness Cortez, "Secretariat as a Stallion, Claiborne Farm", Equine Oil Painting
By Jenness Cortez
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
as a Stallion Claiborne Farm”, this beautiful oil painting measures 18.5 x 24.5 and is framed in an
Category
1990s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
'Forest at Fountainbleau' Original Oil Painting on Board from Barbizon School
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"landscape painting in general and the plein air oil study in particular were key drivers of change in
Category
Mid-19th Century Barbizon School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 19.63 in W 16.63 in D 2.75 in
'Chapel in the Woods', oil on canvas painting by English School
Located in London, GB
This beautiful painting was created in the 19th Century by an artist working in the English School
Category
Mid-19th Century Naturalistic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 30.71 in W 38.19 in D 3.55 in
A Nap Before Entering the Synagogue Judaica Oil Painting Jewish Hasidic Rabbi
By Mark Siegband
Located in Surfside, FL
Judaic oil painting by Krakow, Poland born artist Mark Siegband.
Signature on top left. Framed w
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Set of four oil on copper paintings of Stations of the Cross
Located in London, GB
Set of four oil on copper paintings of Stations of the Cross
English, 19th Century
Frame: Height
Category
19th Century Medieval Figurative Paintings
Materials
Copper
The Village Inn Victorian Oil Painting Gilt Framed Many Figures Chickens & Dog
By Georgina Lara
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
"The Tavern"
by Georgina Lara (active 1862-1971)
oil painting on canvas, framed
painting: 9 x 13
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Skull and Butterflies - Oil Painting Colors Red Black Brown Beige Grey White
By Lyubena Fox
Located in Sofia, BG
"Skull and butterflies "
Oil on canvas
(Painting with restored frame 19th century 83x66 cm
Category
2010s Academic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 23.23 in W 16.54 in D 0.79 in
Early 1800's English Oil Painting Wood Panel Norfolk Rural Lane Man & Dog
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
to Ladbrooke.
Title: Norfolk Lane
Medium: oil on wood, framed
Framed: 20 x 17 inches
Painting
Category
Early 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of Girls with a Cat - British Victorian Genre animal art oil painting
Located in London, GB
This charming British Victorian genre oil painting is by noted exhibited artist John Morgan
Category
19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil Painting of a Garden Scene from ‘The Heart of Midlothian’ by Leslie
Located in London, GB
Oil painting of a garden scene from ‘The Heart of Midlothian’ by Leslie
English, c. 1830
Canvas
Category
Early 19th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
H 15.16 in W 12.8 in D 1.19 in
Le Martyr de Saint Sebastian (Academic Figurative Oil Painting in Gold Frame)
By Mark Beard
Located in Hudson, NY
Academic style figurative oil painting on canvas
48 x 24 inches unframed
58 x 32 x 3 inches in gold
Category
Early 2000s Academic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
‘Petrarch’s First Sight of Laura’ Early 19th Century Oil Painting by O'Neil
Located in London, GB
‘Petrarch’s First Sight of Laura’ early 19th century oil painting by Henry Nelson O’Neil
British, c
Category
Early 19th Century Renaissance Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 64.97 in W 81.5 in D 4.73 in
Early Naturalistic Still Life Oil Painting of Strawberries and Grapes
By William Henry Hunt
Located in Houston, TX
plaque that reads "W. Hunt."
Dimensions Without Frame: H 12 in. x W 9 in.
Category
20th Century Naturalistic Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 14 in W 17 in D 2 in
"A Dutch Canal" Oil Painting from The Circle of Aert van der Neer
By Aert Van Der Neer
Located in Milwaukee, WI
'Dutch Canal' is an original oil painting by an artist in the school or circle of Dutch Golden Age
Category
Mid-17th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of a Young Boy - British art 1780 Old Master male portrait oil painting
By Joseph Wright of Derby
Located in London, GB
This lovely Old Master portrait oil painting is attributed to the circle of Joseph Wright of Derby
Category
18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Alfred Edouard Tourillon (1871 1942) Still Life - Basket of Shrimps Oil Painting
Located in Meinisberg, CH
, seaweed and a lemon
• Oil on canvas mounted on canvas, stretcher ca. 38 x 46 cm
• Vintage shabby chic
Category
Early 1900s Naturalistic Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
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H 24.02 in W 26.78 in
Constant Artz Oil on Canvas Painting, Duck with Ducklings
Located in Gardena, CA
Constant Artz Oil on Canvas Painting, Duck with Ducklings
Constant Artz (Dutch, 1870-1951) oil
Category
Antique 19th Century European Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Boy Oil on Canvas
By Arthur Bowen Davies
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exquisite oil on canvas painting by artist Arthur Bowen Davies (American 1862-1928). The work
Category
19th Century American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Vintage Realist Original Oil on Paper Painting “Captain Flash” Signed
Located in west palm beach, FL
An incredible vintage Boho oil painting on paper. A fabulous Horse composition with a plaque that
Category
Mid-20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint, Paper
19th Century Hand Painted Oval German Porcelain Plaque KPM
Located in Vero Beach, FL
19th century hand painted oval German porcelain plaque KPM?
German porcelain plaque of the
Category
Antique 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Paintings
Materials
Porcelain
Welsh 18th Century Oil On Canvas Painting By Richard Wilson
By Richard Wilson R.A.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A magnificent Welsh 18th century oil on canvas painting by Richard Wilson. The painting is framed
Category
Antique 18th Century English Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood, Paint
"Bouquet de Jonquilles, " Oil Painting by Miguel Guzman c.1968
By Miguel Guzman
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century oil on canvas by painter Miguel Guzman entitled "Bouquet de Jonquilles," signed and
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
English 18th Century Oil On Canvas Painting Named Rosewood Castle
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and very high quality English 18th century oil on canvas painting named Rosewood Castle
Category
Antique 18th Century English Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
Antique French Maroon Limoges Enamel Porcelain Plaque Woman with Fruits, Titian
Located in New York, NY
.
Nicely painted plaque, good quality enameling throughout, in original frame.
The original oil painting
Category
Antique 19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Porcelain
No Reserve
H 28 in W 21 in D 2 in
Antique Original Landscape Oil Painting Signed and Dated D. McLea, 1911
Located in Round Top, TX
Antique landscape oil painting of an artist painting a couple on a lakeshore with mountains and
Category
Early 20th Century English Paintings
London Street Landscape, Original Vintage Oil Painting By Sydney Joseph Iredale
Located in Bristol, GB
‘BOSTON HOUSE, CHISWICK SQUARE, LONDON’, ORIGINAL OIL ON CANVAS PAINTING BY SYDNEY JOSEPH IREDALE
Category
Early 20th Century English Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
H 19.3 in W 22.45 in D 2.76 in
J Lurell Wise Indian Summer Impressionist Forest Landscape Oil Painting on Board
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 20th century oil on canvas impressionist landscape painting of autumn trees along a river
Category
Early 20th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
H 29.5 in W 1.5 in D 45.5 in
Roger Hearn - 1993 Oil, Harlow Mill Lock
Located in Corsham, GB
. The artist has signed and dated to the lower right corner and the painting has been impressively
Category
1990s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pair, Oil on Canvas Paintings of Calvary Soldiers Encampment, Austria circa 1750
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair, Original oil on canvas paintings with calvary soldiers near encampment. Unsigned, brass
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Austrian Paintings
Materials
Brass
H 15 in W 18.25 in D 1.5 in
Philip Eustace Stretton Original Oil Painting on Canvas Titled: "Left in Charge"
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
approximately 1900 in the period Victorian style. This original painting is done with oil on canvas and depicts
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Pine
H 27.5 in W 23.5 in D 2.75 in
James Coignard Oil on Canvas Titled Atomic Ultimate Abstract Figural Painting
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Amazing James Coignard painting on canvas titled Atomic Ultimate. Original title plaque on front
Category
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
H 30 in W 34 in D 1.5 in
Bernard Pothast Antique Original Oil Painting on Canvas of a Mother & Children
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique framed oil painting was done by Bernard Pothast of the Netherlands in approximately
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Wood, Gesso, Canvas
H 24 in W 28 in D 2.25 in
19th Century Hand-Painted Porcelain Plaque, "Flora" after Titian Signed by Rau
By KPM Porcelain
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Tiziano Vecellio's famous oil painting, "Flora". Titian finished his masterpiece in the early 16th century
Category
Antique Late 19th Century German Renaissance Paintings
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
H 11.5 in W 8.5 in D 0.5 in
French 18th Century Oil On Canvas And Giltwood Painting By Robert Tournières
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A wonderful French 18th century Oil on Canvas and Giltwood painting of a mother and son by Robert
Category
Antique 18th Century French Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood, Paint
H 65 in W 51.5 in D 3.75 in
Wonderfully Original Oil Painting Artwork by the Artist and Signed J.Taylor
Located in Alton, GB
Wonderfully illustrated and detailed original oil painting artwork by an artist signed J. Taylor
Category
Antique 1880s European Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
H 37.41 in W 31.5 in D 2.76 in
Wonderfully Original Oil Painting Artwork by the Artist and Signed J. Taylor
Located in Alton, GB
Wonderfully illustrated and detailed original oil painting artwork by an artist signed J. Taylor
Category
Antique 1880s European Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
H 37.41 in W 31.5 in D 2.76 in
Very Large Giltwood Framed K.P.M. Porcelain Plaque of Jephthah's Daughter
By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)
Located in London, GB
-1891), who is known for his large oil paintings of biblical scenes and figures, it depicts the
Category
Antique Late 19th Century German Paintings
Materials
Porcelain, Giltwood
H 38.19 in W 33.08 in D 3.15 in
19 Century Romantic Oil Painting entitled 'Le Reveil' by Claude-Marie Dubufe
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A beautifully executed oil painting of a young lady awakening from her lavishly draped bed, her
Category
Antique 1820s French Romantic Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Benjamin West Oil on Canvas Painting, "St. John" Putto with Lamb, 18th Century
By Benjamin West
Located in Gardena, CA
Benjamin West Oil on Canvas Painting, "St. John" Putto with Lamb, 18th Century
The painting
Category
Antique 18th Century European Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 28 in W 23 in D 2 in
M. M. Arends - 20th Century Oil, Bomber the Greyhound
Located in Corsham, GB
the lower right. Presented in a wooden frame. Title inscribed to plaque. On canvas.
Category
20th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
English Countryside Painting by John Linnell
By John Linnell (b.1792)
Located in Larchmont, NY
John Linnell (British, 1792-1882)
Untitled (English Countryside), 19th Century
Oil on wood panel
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Category
19th Century English School Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
H 12 in W 14.5 in D 2 in
A. Vogle - Continental 20th Century Oil, Barges on the Canal
Located in Corsham, GB
contemporary frame with swept rails and matching slip. Fixed to the lower rail is an inscribed artist plaque
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
‘The Bridegrooms Health, The Betrothal’, a Rare and Large KPM Plaque, circa 1890
By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
early twentieth centuries.
The original oil painting this plaque is based on is entitled ‘The
Category
Antique Late 19th Century German Paintings
Materials
Porcelain, Giltwood
H 17.72 in W 20.87 in D 3.15 in
J.A. Laird - Mid 19th Century Oil, Glen Falloch, Perthshire
Located in Corsham, GB
board. The painting is presented in a white painted frame with a brass plaque with the artist's name and
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To 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.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil 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, 2024Jan 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.
- What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An 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, 2024To 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. - Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You 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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Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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, 2021Any 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.
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- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, 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. - How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, 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, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
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Oils typically command higher prices than acrylic paintings, because they generally require more skill.
- Did Cy Twombly use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Cy Twombly did use oil paint, although his method was quite unique. He would run his fingers in the paint to create channels, and would then use oil paint in ‘globs’. House paint overtop would then merge the paints into a completed piece. Shop a selection of Cy Twombly’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
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