How do I identify an oil painting?

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.

When was oil paint invented?

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.

Who is the father of oil painting?

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.

What is abstract oil painting?

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How do you maintain oil paintings?

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.

Is it necessary to varnish oil paintings?

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

Did Dali use oil paint?

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.

Can you use oil paint on wood?

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.

Where is the largest oil painting in the world?

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.

How do I find the artist of an oil painting?

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.

How much are oil paintings worth?

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How can I tell if an oil painting is real?

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.

How do you know if an oil painting is valuable?

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.

How do I find an artist of oil paintings?

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.

Does sunlight affect oil paintings?

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.

How much do oil paintings cost?

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

Do oil paintings darken over time?

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.

What makes an oil painting valuable?

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.

Are oil paintings more valuable than paintings done in acrylic?

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

Who made the largest oil painting in the world?

Who made the largest oil painting in the world changes over time. While working in Valencia, Venezuela, in 2022, Italian artist Francesco Santoro created a work that is 2,033.84 square feet in size. It was used in the repair of a church that was damaged by an earthquake. Find a wide range of oil paintings on 1stDibs.

Oil Painting Warship

Leon Russell

Charles Martin Powell

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21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Longman
Longman - Contemporary Oil, Warships in Combat, Unknown

H 17.13 in W 21.34 in

Chris Golds - 20th Century Oil, Portrait of a Naval Warship

Located in Corsham, GB

Signed and dated. On canvas board.

Category

20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Chris Golds - 20th Century Oil, Portrait of a Naval Warship, Unknown

H 19.69 in W 23.82 in

HMS Glasgow returning from Falklands - Shipping Scene Warship & other Vessels

Located in Preston, GB

HMS Glasgow returning from the Falkland Islands - Shipping Scene Warship & other Vessels by British

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1980s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Norman Elford
HMS Glasgow returning from Falklands - Shipping Scene Warship & other Vessels, 1982

H 23 in W 33 in D 1 in

American Soldiers Landing Boats with Warships Firing in the Distance

Located in Soquel, CA

NY gallery label on verso. Oil painting of a ship carrying soldiers out at sea, with a US Navy

Category

1940s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

American Soldiers Landing Boats with Warships Firing in the Distance, circa 1941

H 23 in W 27 in D 2 in

"Warships" / Acrylic on cardboard / 70 x 100 cm

Located in KRAKÓW, PL

The painting titled "Warships" is one of ten from the "Mariko" series. It is one of the most

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Tadeusz Zych
"Warships" / Acrylic on cardboard / 70 x 100 cm, 2015

H 27.56 in W 39.38 in D 0.4 in

19th century English warship off the Italian, Mediterranean coast, with village

Located in Woodbury, CT

Outstanding 19th century English warship off the Italian, Mediterranean coast, with village

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1840s Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Slate

19th century English warship off the Italian, Mediterranean coast, with village, circa 1840

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H 16 in W 21 in

French Navy Ironclad Warship Battleship Courbet. A Sailor’s Sentimental Tribute.

Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset

the artist was a sailor serving on the warship. The painting depicts a warship with three masts

Category

Early 20th Century Realist Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Oil, Watercolor

French Navy Ironclad Warship Battleship Courbet. A Sailor’s Sentimental Tribute.

H 25.79 in W 38.59 in D 1.97 in

Naval Maritime Oil Painting Historical Ships at Sea, Finely Detailed Work

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

. Medium: oil on canvas, unframed Painting: 18 x 25.5 inches Colours: Blue, red, orange, white and grey

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20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Eug.Mauvie
Naval Maritime Oil Painting Historical Ships at Sea, Finely Detailed Work

H 18 in W 25.5 in

Harbour view. Oil on canvas. Signed.

Located in Paris, FR

his period. He was especially known for his warship imagery and was regularly commissioned by Elswick

Category

Late 19th Century Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

DE LACEY Chales James
Harbour view. Oil on canvas. Signed.

H 11.82 in W 18.12 in

Claude Muncaster: 'Moor above Llangollen' signed oil painting Modern British Art

By Claude Muncaster

Located in London, GB

Muncaster (1903-1974) Moor above Llangollen Oil on canvas 36 x 51 cm Mid Twentieth Century Excellent

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20th Century Realist Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Claude Muncaster
Claude Muncaster: 'Moor above Llangollen' signed oil painting Modern British Art, Mid Twentieth Century

H 14.18 in W 20.08 in

Wapping Group of Artists by the Thames - Mid 20th Century Oil by Donald Blake

By Frederick Donald Blake

Located in Watford, Hertfordshire

oil with the same flair. Nothing escaped his notice or his wit. Whether he was painting a muddy

Category

1950s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Frederick Donald Blake
Wapping Group of Artists by the Thames - Mid 20th Century Oil by Donald Blake, Circa 1950

H 31.5 in W 43.31 in D 1.23 in

Large Canadian Mexican Modernist Figurative Abstract Collage Painting Landscape

By Leonard Brooks

Located in Surfside, FL

painting techniques including: Watercolor A Challenge (1957); Oil Painting Traditional and New (1959); Wash

Category

1980s Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Laid Paper

Leonard Brooks
Large Canadian Mexican Modernist Figurative Abstract Collage Painting Landscape, 1984

H 53 in W 37 in

17th Century, Italian Painting with Battle attributed to Marzio Masturzo

Located in IT

century) "Battle between cavalry and vessels with fortified city on the left" Oil on canvas, Italy

Category

Antique Late 17th Century Italian Baroque Paintings

Materials

Canvas

17th Century, Italian Painting with Battle attributed to Marzio Masturzo

H 49.61 in W 73.23 in D 2.76 in

English School, A Rare Portrait of John Scott Russell and "The Great Eastern"

Located in New York, NY

English School, A Rare Historical and Important Portrait Painting of John Scott Russell and "The

Category

19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

English School, A Rare Portrait of John Scott Russell and "The Great Eastern", 19th Century

H 48 in W 58 in

Firing the Salute

By Peter Monamy

Located in London, GB

Oil on canvas Image size: 19 1/2 x 15 1/2 inches (49 x 39.5 cm) Original frame This is a a

Category

Early 18th Century Naturalistic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Firing the Salute

H 19.5 in W 15.5 in

PRINZ EUGEN - A Royal Demise

By Arthur Edwaine Beaumont

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

compliment of other smaller warships. A symbol of British Naval dominance, HMS HOOD had been the largest and

Category

1940s Post-War Paintings

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

Arthur Edwaine Beaumont
PRINZ EUGEN - A Royal Demise, Circa 1946

H 20.63 in W 26.63 in

Cabin in the Forest, Landscape with Trees

Located in Soquel, CA

size: 19.75"H x 24"W. We have found another painting signed Tomio of the USS WILTSIE DD 716 DESTROYER

Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Linen

Cabin in the Forest, Landscape with Trees , late 20th Century

H 19.75 in W 24 in D 0.75 in

RHUDDLAN CASTLE, 20th Century Art-Deco (Artwork for Travel Poster)

By Norman Wilkinson

Located in London, GB

Norman Wilkinson CBE PRI 1878 – 1971 RHUDDLAN CASTLE Oil on canvas, signed lower right Image size

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Norman Wilkinson
RHUDDLAN CASTLE, 20th Century Art-Deco (Artwork for Travel Poster), 1929

H 30 in W 45 in

On the Clyde

By Robert Salmon

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

behind the quay. The right of the composition shows a squadron of three naval warships on different

Category

1810s Other Art Style Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Robert Salmon
On the Clyde, Painted 1819

H 18.25 in W 21.5 in

Early 19th Century Portrait of Naval Captain William Compton Bolton

Located in Nantucket, MA

), circa 1830s, an oil on canvas half-length portrait of a sea captain holding a spyglass and a

Category

Antique 1830s American Federal Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Early 19th Century Portrait of Naval Captain William Compton Bolton

H 23.5 in W 19.5 in D 1 in

Thomas Luny, Hms Bellerophon Leaving Torbay with the Defeated Emperor Napoleon

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

aboard, 26th July 1815, this oil on panel shows the crew manning the yards to bring in the sails, having

Category

Antique 19th Century British Paintings

Materials

Paint

Thomas Luny, Hms Bellerophon Leaving Torbay with the Defeated Emperor Napoleon

H 19.5 in W 23 in D 0.1 in

Fleurus Airship French Army

By Norman Wilkinson

Located in Middletown, NY

celebrated career as a painter of maritime scenes, naval vessels, and warships. He served as the president of

Category

Early 20th Century Realist Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink, Watercolor

Norman Wilkinson
Fleurus Airship French Army, 1912

H 10.625 in W 15 in

Fauvist Pastel by Iranian American modernist Simon Samsonian

Located in Larchmont, NY

Athens, a solo exhibition of his works, exhibiting 14 oil paintings and 24 water colours, sponsored by

Category

1990s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Pastel

Simon Samsonian
Fauvist Pastel by Iranian American modernist Simon Samsonian , 1991

H 19.5 in W 14.75 in

Ludolf Backhuysen (1630-1708) "Ships in a Storm", 1694

Located in Oakton, VA

printmaker. Backhuysen’s earliest dated oil painting is from 1658; however, he did not become a member of

Category

Antique 17th Century Dutch Frames

Ludolf Backhuysen (1630-1708) "Ships in a Storm", 1694

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Located in PARIS, FR

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By Neal Hughes

Located in Spring Lake, NJ

Pemquid Light is another example of a timeless marine landscape created by a noted contemporary marine painter; there are a rare few who could manage such a feet. Artist Neal Hughe...

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Materials

Oil

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H 18 in W 22 in D 1 in

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Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Autumn River Landscape European School, second half 20th century signed oil on canvas, framed framed: 23 x 33 inches canvas: 20 x 30 inches provenance: private collection, UK conditi...

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Oil, Canvas

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Located in London, GB

'Old Fishing Boat', oil on canvas, Italian Tuscan School, (1972). Glimmering reflections on the water outline the hull of an old fishing boat in the porto vecchio in Livorno, on the ...

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Canvas, Oil

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H 24.81 in W 32.49 in

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Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

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Located in London, GB

This striking British Edwardian religious oil painting is by noted artist Francis 'Frank' Owen Salisbury or Frank O'Salisbury as he is largely known. Painted in 1911 it is a figurati...

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H 32 in W 44 in D 2 in

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Gorgeous vibrant oil painting of the ocean waves crashing along the rocky shore with dramatic light beaming down from the sky by Anthony Muscat (Malta, b.1932). Signed "A. Muscat S.W...

Category

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Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire

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H 28 in W 35 in

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The Torrens Conrad's Last Ship, circa 1906

H 29.5 in W 45.5 in

Napoleonic Warship Ablaze at Sea - oil painting

By James Hardy

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Fine quality oil painting by the highly regarded and well listed 20th century British historical

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Late 20th Century Realist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

James Hardy
Napoleonic Warship Ablaze at Sea - oil painting, c. 2000

H 18 in W 24 in D 1 in

Napoleonic Warships Anchoring off Coast, Oil Painting

By James Hardy

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Fine quality oil painting by the highly regarded and well listed 20th century British historical

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

James Hardy
Napoleonic Warships Anchoring off Coast, Oil Painting, c. 2000

H 20 in W 24 in D 1 in

Napoleonic Warship in Seas off Coastline - Fine Oil Painting

By James Hardy

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Fine quality oil painting by the highly regarded and well listed 20th century British historical

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21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

James Hardy
Napoleonic Warship in Seas off Coastline - Fine Oil Painting, c.2000

H 22 in W 25 in D 1 in

19th-Century Dutch School Marine Scene With Warship, Oil Painting

Located in Cheltenham, GB

This worn 19th-century oil on panel depicts a lively marine scene from the 17th century with Dutch

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19th Century Dutch School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

19th-Century Dutch School Marine Scene With Warship, Oil Painting, c. 1850

H 14.5 in W 18 in

English Warships And Dutch Boats, 19th Century Charles Martin Powell (1775-1824)

By Charles Martin Powell

Located in Blackwater, GB

-1824) Large early 19th century maritime scene with English warships and Dutch ships offshore, oil on

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19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Charles Martin Powell
English Warships And Dutch Boats, 19th Century Charles Martin Powell (1775-1824), c. 1810

H 33.47 in W 43.31 in

Early 19th century Georgian or Regency English warship off the English coast

By Thomas Luny

Located in Woodbury, CT

Academy with 29 paintings in total between 1780 and 1802, and then a long break until three in 1837. By

Category

1820s Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Thomas Luny
Early 19th century Georgian or Regency English warship off the English coast , 1820

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H 10 in W 8 in

Antique 19th century English Yacht and Warship at sea off Portsmouth Harbor UK

By R.B.Spencer

Located in Woodbury, CT

Antique English marine View of Portsmouth harbor, with yachts and a warship sailing just outside

Category

1860s Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

R.B.Spencer
Antique 19th century English Yacht and Warship at sea off Portsmouth Harbor UK, Circa 1860

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H 19 in W 27 in

Antique 19th century English Yacht and Warship at sea off the English coast

By R.B.Spencer

Located in Woodbury, CT

Antique English marine View of pff the English coast, with yachts and a warship sailing just

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1860s Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

R.B.Spencer
Antique 19th century English Yacht and Warship at sea off the English coast, Circa 1860

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H 19 in W 27 in

English warship off the Dutch coast with windmill and fishing boat by the shore

By Thomas Luny

Located in Woodbury, CT

Academy with 29 paintings in total between 1780 and 1802, and then a long break until three in 1837. By

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1820s Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Thomas Luny
English warship off the Dutch coast with windmill and fishing boat by the shore, 1820

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H 10 in W 8 in

After Willem Van de Velde, a Marine Oil Painting

Located in London, GB

Oil on canvas; held in a period carved wood and gilded frame Dimensions refer to framed size

Category

Antique Early 18th Century English Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood

After Willem Van de Velde, a Marine Oil Painting

H 32.25 in W 42 in D 2 in

19th Century Oil on Canvas Pair of Paintings Seascape with Boats

Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont

Big pair of Italian paintings of the 19th century. Works oil on canvas depicting seascapes with

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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Oil on Canvas Pair of Paintings Seascape with Boats

H 43.31 in W 55.91 in D 2.37 in

F. J. L. - 1908 Oil, Nautical Scene

Located in Corsham, GB

An atmospheric nautical scene depicting a Frigate warship with three square-rigged masts and one

Category

20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

F. J. L.
F. J. L. - 1908 Oil, Nautical Scene, 1908

H 15.44 in W 13.43 in

Brian Coole (b.1939) - 20th Century Oil, Merchant Navy At Portsmouth Harbor

By Brian Coole

Located in Corsham, GB

A finely rendered oil by the nautical artist Brian Coole. The scene shows various vessels entering

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Brian Coole
Brian Coole (b.1939) - 20th Century Oil, Merchant Navy At Portsmouth Harbor, Unknown

H 9.89 in W 13.98 in

Brian Coole (b.1939) - 20th Century Oil, Merchant Navy At Portsmouth Harbor

By Brian Coole

Located in Corsham, GB

A finely rendered oil by the nautical artist Brian Coole. The scene shows various vessels entering

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Brian Coole
Brian Coole (b.1939) - 20th Century Oil, Merchant Navy At Portsmouth Harbor, Unknown

H 9.89 in W 13.98 in

Brian Coole (b.1939) - 20th Century Oil, Merchant Navy At Portsmouth Harbor

By Brian Coole

Located in Corsham, GB

A finely rendered oil by the nautical artist Brian Coole. The scene shows various vessels entering

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Brian Coole
Brian Coole (b.1939) - 20th Century Oil, Merchant Navy At Portsmouth Harbor, Unknown

H 9.89 in W 13.98 in

Brian Coole (b.1939) - 20th Century Oil, Merchant Navy At Portsmouth Harbor

By Brian Coole

Located in Corsham, GB

A finely rendered oil by the nautical artist Brian Coole. The scene shows various vessels entering

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Brian Coole
Brian Coole (b.1939) - 20th Century Oil, Merchant Navy At Portsmouth Harbor, Unknown

H 9.89 in W 13.98 in

Léon Couturier (1842-1935) A naval battle, Chateaumorand fighting oil on mahogny

By Léon Couturier

Located in Paris, FR

life, his painting abandoned warships for fishing and fishermen . He exhibited regularly at the Salon

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1890s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Léon Couturier
Léon Couturier (1842-1935) A naval battle, Chateaumorand fighting oil on mahogny, circa 1895

H 7.88 in W 10.63 in

Naval Battle Oil on Canvas by Jules D'Ivernois.

Located in San Francisco, CA

warships vigorously engaged in battle, signed and dated lower right, J. D'Ivernois 1881. Now in a gilt

Category

Antique 19th Century Swiss Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Naval Battle Oil on Canvas by Jules D'Ivernois.

H 23 in W 40 in

17th Century Marine Oil, Studio of Willem van de Velde the Younger II

Located in London, GB

paintings. Although much in demand for warships and sea battles Van De Velde the Younger was equally adept

Category

Antique 1690s English Paintings

17th Century Marine Oil, Studio of Willem van de Velde the Younger II

H 24 in W 29 in D 3 in

The Evening Gun, 19th Century

Located in Blackwater, GB

coastal landscape with a Dutch Navy warship sounding the evening gun, oil on canvas by Johan Adolphe Rust

Category

Early 19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Johan Adolphe Rust
The Evening Gun, 19th Century

H 28 in W 37 in

English School, A Rare Portrait of John Scott Russell and "The Great Eastern"

Located in New York, NY

English School, A Rare Historical and Important Portrait Painting of John Scott Russell and "The

Category

19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

English School, A Rare Portrait of John Scott Russell and "The Great Eastern", 19th Century

H 48 in W 58 in

Peter Monamy (1681-1749) An English Two-decker and Yacht at Anchor

By Peter Monamy

Located in London, GB

Peter Monamy (1681-1749) An English Two-decker and Yacht at Anchor Oil on canvas; signed lower

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1730s Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Peter Monamy
Peter Monamy (1681-1749) An English Two-decker and Yacht at Anchor, 1730

H 17 in W 20 in D 1.5 in

"At Full Sail" by John Bentham-Dinsdale

By John Bentham-Dinsdale 2

Located in Wiscasset, ME

its focus in mainly oil paintings of the great clippers and sailing warships of the 19th century

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Vintage 1970s English Paintings

"At Full Sail" by John Bentham-Dinsdale

H 22 in W 26 in D 2 in

Peter Monamy an English Two-Decker and Yacht at Anchor

Located in London, GB

Peter Monamy (1681-1749) An English Two-decker and Yacht at Anchor Oil on canvas; signed

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Antique 1730s English Paintings

Peter Monamy an English Two-Decker and Yacht at Anchor

H 17 in W 20 in D 1.5 in

A Chinese Oil Painting of the Sinking of the CSS Alabama

Located in Downingtown, PA

A Chinese Oil Painting of the Sinking of the Alabama at the Battle of Cherboug, Circa 1865

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Nautical Objects

Materials

Canvas

A Chinese Oil Painting of the Sinking of the CSS Alabama

H 22 in W 29.5 in

1815 "The U.S. Frigate United States Capturing, Frigate Macedonian" Engraving

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

His Britannic Majesty's Frigate Macedonian. The print is after a similarly-titled oil painting

Category

Antique 1810s American Federal Prints

Materials

Paper

1815 "The U.S. Frigate United States Capturing, Frigate Macedonian" Engraving

H 34.25 in W 40.25 in D 1 in

Iotic Banner Depicting The U.S.S. Monterey

Located in York County, PA

. Monterey, a San Franciso-built American gun ship. Painted in oil on heavy sailcloth canvas, it features a

Category

20th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Iotic Banner Depicting The U.S.S. Monterey

H NaN in W NaN in

American Revenue Cutter Service Ensign (Flag) Belonging to Cpt. William Bagley

Located in York County, PA

oil-on-canvas portrait of him, a painting of one of his ships, the Wabash, and a lap desk full of log

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Antique 1870s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

American Revenue Cutter Service Ensign (Flag) Belonging to Cpt. William Bagley

H 53.75 in W 81.25 in D 2.5 in

One Of the Earliest Flags in America: Authentic 15 Star US Navy Jack

Located in York County, PA

an oval oil painting of Brown, executed on coarse canvas (laid down on board). The image shows him in

Category

Antique 19th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

One Of the Earliest Flags in America: Authentic 15 Star US Navy Jack

H 48.5 in W 74.5 in

American Revenue Cutter Service Ensign Belonging To Capt. W. H. Bagley

Located in York County, PA

, Berwick, ME). The flag was found with numerous effects belonging to Barnes, including an oil-on-canvas

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Antique 1870s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

American Revenue Cutter Service Ensign Belonging To Capt. W. H. Bagley

H 53.75 in W 81.25 in D 2.5 in

Enormous Antique British Maritime Oil Painting Warship White Cliffs of Dover

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

presentable. provenance: from a private collection, UK This staggeringly large antique British oil painting

Category

Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Fred E. Cox, 1903
Enormous Antique British Maritime Oil Painting Warship White Cliffs of Dover, c. 1903

H 36 in W 72 in D 1 in

Dutch Warship 17th Century, signed oil painting

By Louis Letouche

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Dutch Warship, 1627 by Louis Letouche (French 1924-2015) oil painting on linen canvas, stretched

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1990s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Louis Letouche
Dutch Warship 17th Century, signed oil painting, C. 1999

H 15.75 in W 19 in D 1 in

Enormous Signed Oil - Naval Battle Engagment Napoleonic Warships at Sea

By Laarhouen

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

The Naval Engagement Dutch School, 20th century signed, "Laarhouen" oil painting on canvas, framed

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Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Laarhouen
Enormous Signed Oil - Naval Battle Engagment Napoleonic Warships at Sea, c. 1970's

H 47 in W 67 in D 1 in

The Vaisseau Suedois 17th Century Swedish Warship

By Louis Letouche

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

The Vasseau Suedois by Louis Letouche (French 1924-2015) oil painting on linen canvas, stretched

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1980s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Louis Letouche
The Vaisseau Suedois 17th Century Swedish Warship, C. 1982

H 14 in W 17.5 in D 1 in

18th century Dutch warships at sea off with fishing boats in full sail

By William Anderson

Located in Woodbury, CT

quality. The painting is in amaxing condition having been recently cleaned and reframed. It is an oil on

Category

1780s Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

William Anderson
18th century Dutch warships at sea off with fishing boats in full sail, 1780

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H 12 in W 16 in

'Warship in Distress in a Storm' 17th Century Old Master Marine Seascape ci1700

Located in Frome, Somerset

A good large Old Master oil, circle of the 'Golden Age' Dutch marine painter Ludolf Backuizen (1630

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Late 17th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

'Warship in Distress in a Storm' 17th Century Old Master Marine Seascape ci1700, 1700

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H 24.41 in W 36.62 in D 2.37 in

English 19th century Sloop of war frigate, two masted, 18 gun warship at sea

By Thomas Whitcombe

Located in Woodbury, CT

Portrait of an English early 19th century Sloop or warship. In the 18th century and most of the

Category

1830s Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

English 19th century Sloop of war frigate, two masted, 18 gun warship at sea, circa 1830

H 31 in W 33 in

La Couronne Ship, signed oil painting

By Louis Letouche

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

La Couronne, 1638 by Louis Letouche (French 1924-2015) oil painting on linen canvas, stretched over

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1990s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Louis Letouche
La Couronne Ship, signed oil painting, C. 1988

H 17 in W 23 in D 1 in

Ships in harbour. Oil on canvas. Signed.

Located in Paris, FR

his period. He was especially known for his warship imagery and was regularly commissioned by Elswick

Category

Late 19th Century Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

DE LACEY Charles James
Ships in harbour. Oil on canvas. Signed.

H 11.82 in W 18.12 in

Ships in a harbour. Oil on canvas. Signed.

Located in Paris, FR

his period. He was especially known for his warship imagery and was regularly commissioned by Elswick

Category

Late 19th Century Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

DE LACEY Charles James
Ships in a harbour. Oil on canvas. Signed.

H 24.81 in W 41.74 in

'Ships in Distress' 18th Century Old Master Marine Seascape oil on canvas c1750

Located in Frome, Somerset

A fine quality, large British Marine oil ' Warships in Distress off a Rocky Coast' circle of Peter

Category

Mid-18th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

'Ships in Distress' 18th Century Old Master Marine Seascape oil on canvas c1750, 1750

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H 27.96 in W 44.1 in D 2.76 in

Nautical Maritime Seascape Painting of Naval Battle French & British War Ships

Located in Preston, GB

Nautical Maritime Seascape Painting of a Naval Battle between French & British wooden warships, by

Category

1980s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Paint

Edward Hersey
Nautical Maritime Seascape Painting of Naval Battle French & British War Ships, 1984

H 26 in W 30 in D 3 in

"Children and War" Impressionist Figurative Abstract Painting

By Luis Eades

Located in Houston, TX

Painting titled "Children and War" of a young girl and boy sitting on the edge of the coast with a

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Casein

Luis Eades
"Children and War" Impressionist Figurative Abstract Painting, 1958

H 14 in W 18 in D 1 in

Antique Portrait of US Naval Man in Naples

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Mr. John Munro Italian School, circa 1850 signed and dated, inscribed oil painting on canvas

Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique Portrait of US Naval Man in Naples, c. 1850

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H 25 in W 20 in D 1 in

Portrait of a Gentleman holding a Pair of Gloves, Rare example of artist's work

Located in London, GB

and captain of a small warship on the Rhine. It is possible that both brothers travelled together

Category

17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

(Attributed to) Huygh Pietersz. Voskuyl
Portrait of a Gentleman holding a Pair of Gloves, Rare example of artist's work, Circa 1630-45

H 52.76 in W 45.28 in D 3.94 in

HMS Victoria at Hong Kong Harbor China Trade Marine Oil Painting

Located in Palm City, FL

Presented is one of the finest China Trade paintings we have ever had the pleasure to offer. The

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Canvas

HMS Victoria at Hong Kong Harbor China Trade Marine Oil Painting

H 22.75 in W 28.5 in

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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).

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

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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.

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What makes an oil painting valuable?
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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.
Are oil paintings more valuable than paintings done in acrylic?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Oils typically command higher prices than acrylic paintings, because they generally require more skill.
Who made the largest oil painting in the world?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
Who made the largest oil painting in the world changes over time. While working in Valencia, Venezuela, in 2022, Italian artist Francesco Santoro created a work that is 2,033.84 square feet in size. It was used in the repair of a church that was damaged by an earthquake. Find a wide range of oil paintings on 1stDibs.

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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1840s Victorian Figurative Paintings

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20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

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1950s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

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1980s Modern Abstract Paintings

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Early 18th Century Naturalistic Landscape Paintings

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1990s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

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European ArtistLarge Signed Oil Painting Autumn River Landscape Gilt Framed

1970s Modern Landscape Paintings

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1910s Realist Figurative Paintings

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1970s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

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1890s Symbolist Figurative Paintings

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Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

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1870s Realist Landscape Paintings

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1910s Surrealist Figurative Paintings

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Mid-19th Century Dutch School Landscape Paintings

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19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

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Longman
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Norman Elford
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Tadeusz Zych
"Warships" / Acrylic on cardboard / 70 x 100 cm, 2015

Eug.Mauvie
Naval Maritime Oil Painting Historical Ships at Sea, Finely Detailed Work

DE LACEY Chales James
Harbour view. Oil on canvas. Signed.

Claude Muncaster
Claude Muncaster: 'Moor above Llangollen' signed oil painting Modern British Art, Mid Twentieth Century

Frederick Donald Blake
Wapping Group of Artists by the Thames - Mid 20th Century Oil by Donald Blake, Circa 1950

Leonard Brooks
Large Canadian Mexican Modernist Figurative Abstract Collage Painting Landscape, 1984

Arthur Edwaine Beaumont
PRINZ EUGEN - A Royal Demise, Circa 1946

Norman Wilkinson
RHUDDLAN CASTLE, 20th Century Art-Deco (Artwork for Travel Poster), 1929

Robert Salmon
On the Clyde, Painted 1819

Norman Wilkinson
Fleurus Airship French Army, 1912

Simon Samsonian
Fauvist Pastel by Iranian American modernist Simon Samsonian , 1991

Jules Lefebvre
The death of Demosthenes

Neal Hughes
Pemaquid Light, original marine landscape

European Artist
Large Signed Oil Painting Autumn River Landscape Gilt Framed

Louise Alix
1930's French Post-Impressionist Oil Harvest Workers in Golden Wheat Fields, 1940's

Frank Owen Salisbury
Onward Christian Soldiers - British Edwardian 1911 art religious oil painting , 1911

Anthony Muscat
Ocean Storm Seascape, 1970

Edmond Aman-Jean
Heading Home - Sunset - Symbolist Figure in Landscape Oil by Edmond Aman-Jean, 1890

Georges Bordonove
Contemporary French Impressionist Oil Old Houses in Landscape

Robert Chalmers
Oil painting, boats fishing on a misty morning by Robert Chalmers 1874., 1874

Ferdinand Burgdorff
Pantheum Moonlight, Early 20th century surrealist landscape, Cleveland School, 1916

Marcel Dyf
Estuary Landscape, 1945-1955

Victor Wagemaekers
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Victorian School
Fine 19th Century British Oil Painting Fishing Boats Choppy Seas leaving Port

Luigi Basile
MARINE -Posillipo School - Italian Landscape Oil on Board Painting, 2008

Charles Henry Grant
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Charles Robert Patterson
The Torrens Conrad's Last Ship, circa 1906

James Hardy
Napoleonic Warship Ablaze at Sea - oil painting, c. 2000

James Hardy
Napoleonic Warships Anchoring off Coast, Oil Painting, c. 2000

James Hardy
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Charles Martin Powell
English Warships And Dutch Boats, 19th Century Charles Martin Powell (1775-1824), c. 1810

Thomas Luny
Early 19th century Georgian or Regency English warship off the English coast , 1820

R.B.Spencer
Antique 19th century English Yacht and Warship at sea off Portsmouth Harbor UK, Circa 1860

R.B.Spencer
Antique 19th century English Yacht and Warship at sea off the English coast, Circa 1860

Thomas Luny
English warship off the Dutch coast with windmill and fishing boat by the shore, 1820

F. J. L.
F. J. L. - 1908 Oil, Nautical Scene, 1908

Brian Coole
Brian Coole (b.1939) - 20th Century Oil, Merchant Navy At Portsmouth Harbor, Unknown

Brian Coole
Brian Coole (b.1939) - 20th Century Oil, Merchant Navy At Portsmouth Harbor, Unknown

Brian Coole
Brian Coole (b.1939) - 20th Century Oil, Merchant Navy At Portsmouth Harbor, Unknown

Brian Coole
Brian Coole (b.1939) - 20th Century Oil, Merchant Navy At Portsmouth Harbor, Unknown

Léon Couturier
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The Evening Gun, 19th Century

Peter Monamy
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