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Antique Western Impressionist Landscape Monument Valley Arizona Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Large American impressionist landscape painting of Monument Valley. Oil on canvas. Apparently
Category

1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

“Jerome Arizona”
Located in Warren, NJ
Overall: 34 1/4 by 46 3/4 inches Sight 23 1/2 by 35 3/4 inches Weight Condition overall good condition
Category

20th Century Paintings

Materials

Oil

“Jerome Arizona”
“Jerome Arizona”
H 34 in W 47 in D 1 in
Arizona
By Johnathan Ball
Located in Toronto, ON
36" x 36" Unframed Original - Oil and Acrylic on Canvas Hand Signed by Johnathan Ball
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Arizona
Arizona
H 36 in W 36 in
Arizona
By Adam Harrison
Located in Fairfield, CT
I certainly do not start these paintings as abstractions. Rather I am determined to record the
Category

2010s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

Arizona
H 31.63 in W 45.13 in
"Arizona Cotton"
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
number of commissions he accepts, his mural size paintings are highly prized by corporate collectors
Category

2010s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Arizona Cotton"
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
number of commissions he accepts, his mural size paintings are highly prized by corporate collectors
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"STAGING ON THE SOUTHERN ARIZONA TRAIL" STAGECOACH ARIZONA / CALIFORNIA
By Marjorie Reed
Located in San Antonio, TX
Marjorie Reed a.k.a. Harvey Day (1915-1996) California, Arizona Artist Image Size: 16 X 20 Frame
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Vintage Modernist Landscape Painting, Monument Valley Arizona, listed artist
Located in Baltimore, MD
desert scenes around Palm Springs and Monument Valley in northern Arizona. This painting is a stylized
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Black White Arizona Desert Mountain Landscape Signed Oil Painting, Edwin H House
Located in Studio City, CA
A lovely gem of an impressionist Arizona landscape oil on board painting by Brisbee, Arizona artist
Category

20th Century American Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Black White Arizona Desert Mountain Landscape Signed Oil Painting, Edwin H House
Located in Studio City, CA
A lovely gem of an impressionist Arizona landscape oil on board painting by Brisbee, Arizona artist
Category

20th Century American Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

"Arizona", Oil on canvas, mysterious and whimsical pop art portrait master
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
of the universal human experience. This particular group of paintings is an iconographical departure
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Arizona - Abstract Painting Yellow Blue Green Black Red White Brown Pink
By Plamen Bonev
Located in Sofia, BG
"Arizona" is an abstract painting by Maestro Plamen Bonev, The painting is unframed. “The
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Classic, Oil Painting
By Sharon Sieben
Located in San Francisco, CA
classical guitar and piano. She currently lives in Arizona.Words that describe this painting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil

Classic, Oil Painting
Classic, Oil Painting
H 21.5 in W 14.5 in D 1.5 in
Saguaro in Arizona, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, Saguaro National Park, Arizona, park, America, nature, sky, dusk, evening, oil paintingSaguaro
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary More Art

Materials

Oil

Lee Porzio Mixed Media Painting Midcentury Scottsdale Arizona Artist
By Lee Porzio
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Lee Porzio, Untitled, Oil on Gesso Board with String, ca 1960s. Painting measures 32: high x 48
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint, Gesso, String, Masonite

Regatta, Abstract Oil Painting
By Sharon Sieben
Located in San Francisco, CA
and piano. She currently lives in Arizona.Words that describe this painting: abstract
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Goodnight Moon, " Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Linda Tracey Brandon's (US based) "Goodnight Moon" is an oil painting that depicts a feminine
Category

2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Autumn Light, Oil Painting
By Sherri Aldawood
Located in San Francisco, CA
, representational, oil painting, brownAutumn LightSherri AldawoodOil painting on stretched linen
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Sun Worship, " Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Linda Tracey Brandon's (US based) "Sun Worship" is an oil painting that depicts a fair lady sitting
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Crew Practice" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Sheri Farabaugh's "Crew Practice" is a handmade, original oil painting that depicts an aerial view
Category

2010s Photorealist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

"Purrfect Pet, " Oil Painting
By Rachel Linnemeier
Located in Denver, CO
Rachel Linnemeier's "Purrfect Pet" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a yellow
Category

2010s Photorealist Animal Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

"All Dogs, " Oil Painting
By Rachel Linnemeier
Located in Denver, CO
Rachel Linnemeier's "All Dogs" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a purple
Category

2010s Photorealist Animal Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

Morning Quiet, Oil Painting
By Sherri Aldawood
Located in San Francisco, CA
using walnut and clove oil to extend the drying time.Words that describe this painting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Lake Calhoun" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Peggy McGivern's "Lake Calhoun" is an original, handmade oil painting. Peggy McGivern currently
Category

2010s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

"Shadow Pattern" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Peggy McGivern's "Shadow Pattern" is an original, handmade oil painting. Peggy McGivern currently
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Superstition Mountains, Arizona Desert Vertical Landscape
By Kenneth Lucas
Located in Soquel, CA
proficient as an artist and left a legacy of excellent paintings. He was a friend of and painted with Richard
Category

1990s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

9 of Pentacles, Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, success, pentacles, horse, animals, surrealism, oil painting, green9 of PentaclesRachel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

10 of Pentacles, Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, horse, animals, surrealism, oil painting, green10 of PentaclesRachel Srinivasan
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Balancing Act, " Abstract Oil Painting
By Teodora Guererra
Located in Westport, CT
to drip over a textured under layer of the painting. It is created with oil paint on gallery wrapped
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Here and Now, " Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Linda Tracey Brandon's (US based) "Here and Now" is an oil painting that depicts a feminine figure
Category

2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Alana with Roses, Oil Painting
By Sherri Aldawood
Located in San Francisco, CA
, representational, oil painting, greenAlana with RosesSherri AldawoodOil painting on wood
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

River in the canyon, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
oil painting that highlights its unique features. The impasto painting technique used in this piece
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Running the Rapids" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Sheri Farabaugh's "Running the Rapids" is a handmade, original oil painting that depicts a kayaker
Category

2010s Photorealist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Arizona Valley Desert Landscape with Saguaro Cactus
By Kenneth Lucas
Located in Soquel, CA
left a legacy of excellent paintings. He was a friend of and painted with Richard Lofton, Carmel Artist.
Category

1990s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Summer in the Valley, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
technique.Words that describe this painting: Arizona, Utah, panoramic, valley, rocks, desert
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mid Century South Coyote Buttes, Arizona Landscape
Located in Soquel, CA
Vivid mid-century landscape of South Coyote Buttes Zion National Park by Bob Custis a New Mexico artist (American, 20th Century), 1955. Signed and dated lower right corner B. Custis....
Category

1950s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Linen

1903 Walpi Hopi Village, Arizona First Mesa Landscape
By Marion Kavanaugh Wachtel
Located in Soquel, CA
southwestern painting of Hopi at Walpi Mesa in Arizona attributed to Marion Kavanaugh Wachtel (American,1876
Category

Early 1900s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Reflections Moka, Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
paintings and sometimes even makes her own canvases. She currently lives in Arizona and enjoys baking
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Merlin Coffee, Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, oilpaint, still life, still life, modern , oil painting, greyMerlin CoffeeRachel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Aspect Coffee, Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, oil painting, greyAspect CoffeeRachel SrinivasanOil painting on stretched
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Concordia Coffee, Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, repetition, cuisine, modern , oil painting, greyConcordia CoffeeRachel SrinivasanOil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Pure Gold" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Sheri Farabaugh's "Pure Gold" is a handmade, original oil painting that depicts the white and
Category

2010s Photorealist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

"Garlic Scapes" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Sheri Farabaugh's "Garlic Scapes" is a handmade, original oil painting that hyper realistically
Category

2010s Photorealist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

"Birds, Books, and Sky, " Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Linda Tracey Brandon's (US based) "Birds, Books, and Sky" is an oil painting that depicts a
Category

2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Blue Chip Coffee, Abstract Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, modern , oil painting, greyBlue Chip CoffeeRachel SrinivasanOil painting on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Cubist Coffee II, Abstract Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, modern , oil painting, greyCubist Coffee IIRachel SrinivasanOil painting on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Just Add Shoes, " Abstract Oil Painting
By Teodora Guererra
Located in Westport, CT
College. Her artistic vision deepened and evolved during her years spent teaching and painting in
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Girona Pause - Realistic Architectural Oil Painting
By Carol Pylant
Located in Chicago, IL
32 x 42 inches. Carol S. Pylant Girona Pause oil on panel 30h x 40w in Framed dimensions: 32h x 42w
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Judaica Oil Painting, Synagogue Miami Beach
By Chaïm Goldberg
Located in Surfside, FL
Painting of Jewish Temple in Miami Beach Modeled after the Great Synagogue in Oran, Algeria, it
Category

20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Dioscuri" oil painting figurative female portrait stockings
Located in Phoenix, AZ
known for her precise and theatrical oil paintings that blend historical techniques and traditional
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

"Low Clearance" Oil Painting featuring a train
Located in Denver, CO
Peggy McGivern's "Low Clearance" is an original, handmade oil painting. Peggy McGivern currently
Category

2010s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

"Superstition Mountains" Beautiful Purple Mountains in Arizona Near Phoenix
By Eugene Thurston
Located in San Antonio, TX
: Oil "Superstition Mountains" Biography Eugene Thurston (1896 - 1993) A prominent early
Category

1950s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Women at the Well" - Tucson, Arizona Southwestern Figurative Landscape
By William Constable Adam
Located in Soquel, CA
, Arizona by William Constable Adams (American, 1846 - 1931), c.1920. Unsigned. Provenance: Purchased from
Category

1920s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"California Landscape" Large oil painting on canvas
Located in San Francisco, CA
This artwork "California Landscape" 1967, is a large oil painting on canvas by noted California
Category

Late 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

New Mexico Coffeography, Oil Painting
By Rachel Srinivasan
Located in San Francisco, CA
pot, modern, cubism, cuisine, drink, cuisine, modern , oil painting, greyNew Mexico
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Catching a Rainbow" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Sheri Farabaugh's "Catching a Rainbow" is a handmade, original oil painting that depicts a female
Category

2010s Photorealist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

Contact Painting Twins Abstract Expressionist Diptych OIl Painting Rainer Gross
By Rainer Gross
Located in Surfside, FL
Rainer Gross (American, b. 1957) "Neal Twins" (in two parts)," 2000, Oil diptych painting on panel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil

Abstraction - Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting, Colorful, Dynamic
By Monika Rossa
Located in Warsaw, PL
MONIKA ROSSA studied painting at the University of Arizona, in the Ecole des Beaux Arts in Paris
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Abstraction - Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting, Colorful, Dynamic
By Monika Rossa
Located in Warsaw, PL
MONIKA ROSSA studied painting at the University of Arizona, in the Ecole des Beaux Arts in Paris
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Abstraction - Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting, Colorful, Dynamic
By Monika Rossa
Located in Warsaw, PL
MONIKA ROSSA studied painting at the University of Arizona, in the Ecole des Beaux Arts in Paris
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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Surely you’ll find the exact oil paintings arizona you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. In our selection of items, you can find Impressionist examples as well as a Abstract version. Making the right choice when shopping for an oil paintings arizona may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right oil paintings arizona is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes brown, gray, purple and pink. There have been many interesting oil paintings arizona examples over the years, but those made by Dyana Hesson, Katarzyna Szulc, Kenneth Lucas, Vahe Yeremyan and William Constable Adam are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Artworks like these — often created in oil paint, paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.

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Questions About Oil Paintings Arizona
  • 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.
  • 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021
    Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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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