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Antique Scottish Highland Loch Scene Oval Oil Painting in Gilt Frame
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Highland Loch Scottish School, early 20th century oil on board, framed framed: 7 x 8.5 inches
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oval Painting in Carved Frame of a Dubois French Garden Scene
Located in New York, NY
French white painted and gilt framed oval oil painting of ladies in garden (DuBois) (19th Century).  
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Paintings

Materials

Wood

Pair of American Victorian Couple Oil Portraits in Gilded Oval Frames
Located in New York, NY
Pair of American Victorian style gilt framed oval oil painting portraits of man with mustache and
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Late 19th Century American Victorian Oil Painting Portrait of a Lady
Located in New York, NY
American Victorian oval oil painting portrait of lady in black with cameo in gilt filigree carved
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Antique 18th Century Dutch Oil Painting on Canvas Oval Portrait Seated Woman
Located in Dayton, OH
. The oval oil painting is on canvas and features a pleasant seated Carolina painted before her marriage
Category

Antique 1710s Dutch Colonial Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Pair of French Louis XV Style 19th Century Ladies Portraits
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Louis XV style gilt framed oval oil paintings portraits of 18th Century ladies (18
Category

Antique 19th Century Louis XV Paintings

Materials

Giltwood

Fine Early 1800's English Romantic Sunset Landscape Oval Panel Christies prov.
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Romantic Sunset Landsca English School, early 1800's period oil on wood panel, framed in antique
Category

Early 19th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Green "Bunny Painting" Original Oil Painting in Oval Vintage Frame
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Greenwich, CT
Hunt Slonem Original Framed Oil Painting. Signed on Verso. Our Gallery works directly with Hunt
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Rhapsody in Blue "Bunny Painting" Original Oil Painting Oval Vintage Frame
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Greenwich, CT
Hunt Slonem Original Framed Oil Painting. Signed on Verso. Our Gallery works directly with Hunt
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

1852 oval Portrait of Marie Potonie (Sievers), Oil Painting
Located in Berlin, DE
Ornate, decorative oil painting. Illustration of Marie Potonie (born Sievers). Marie was the
Category

Mid-19th Century Romantic Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Painting Romantic bucolic landscape POUSSART Small Oil canvas oval
Located in PARIS, FR
Jean Marcel POUSSART Sedan (Ardennes), 1891 – 1972 Oil on canvas 19 x 25 cm (26.5 x 32.5 cm with
Category

Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique 19th century oil painting on canvas, Female Portrait , Oval Frame
Located in Framingham, MA
Up for sale is a beautiful Antique 19-century original oil painting on canvas depicting a female
Category

Late 19th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Maybe" Black Bunny on Light Lavender Background Oil Painting - Oval Frame
By Hunt Slonem
Located in New York, NY
wonderful antique oval frame. Inspired by nature and a genuine love for animals, Slonem's paintings
Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

CAVALRY BATTLE- Antonio Savisio - Neapolitan School Oil on canvas Oval Painting
By Antonio Savisio
Located in Napoli, IT
CAVALRY BATTLE - Oil on oval canvas cm.30x50 by Antonio Savisio, Italy 2005 Maestro Antonio Savisio
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian School Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Oval Antique British Oil Painting Village Lane Cottage with Figure Gilt Frame
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Village Lane British artist, early 20th century oil on board, framed framed: 7 x 8.5 inches
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Green Oval, Lowell Nesbitt - Painting
By Lowell Nesbitt
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Lowell Nesbitt (1933-1993) Title: Green Oval Year: 1962 Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 48 x 28
Category

1960s Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Painting 19th CALS French portrait oil oval young woman pianist Jenny GODIN
By Adolphe-Félix Cals
Located in PARIS, FR
Adolphe-Felix CALS Paris, 1810 – Honfleur, 1880 Oil on canvas 45 x 38 cm (69 x 63 cm with frame
Category

1870s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Margo" Black Outlined Bunny on French Blue Background Oil Painting - Oval Frame
By Hunt Slonem
Located in New York, NY
wonderful antique frame. Inspired by nature and a genuine love for animals, Slonem's paintings encompass
Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Oval Portrait of Mother and Daughter early 20 century Scandinavian Oil Painting
Located in Stockholm, SE
portrait comes from a private collection. Antique oil painting on canvas, unsigned, unframed. Size app.: 78
Category

Early 20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Cotton Canvas, Oil

Italian 18th Century Oval Religious Oil on Canvas Painting with Saint Dominic
By Francesco de Mura
Located in Firenze, IT
This beautiful Italian 18th Century old masters oil painting on oval canvas with giltwood frame is
Category

18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

17th Century Dutch Old Master Oil Painting Oval Shape Figures in Tavern Interior
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Tavern Interior Dutch School, 17th century oil on metal, framed framed: 8 x 6.75 inches painting: 6
Category

17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Joanne in Profile - Photorealist Oil Painting on Oval Panel of Woman in Profile
By Matthew Cook
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a painting in realistic detail of a woman in profile using subtle tones. The oval shaped
Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

Oval Still Life, with Fruits and Lobster. Oil Painting by Herzberg-Schönwald.
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique, oval still life, with fruits and lobster. Oil painting. Signed lower right. Dimensions
Category

20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Fiberboard, Oil

PEBBLE BEACH, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Peter Goodhall
Located in Yardley, PA
A gallery wrapped oval canvas, the painted image extends around the perimeter of the painting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Four Oval Shaped 19' Century Allegorical Paintings
Located in Rome, IT
Set of four delicious putto figures , oval shape oil on canvas . Fine tromple oeil painted frame
Category

19th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Four Oval Shaped 19' Century Allegorical Paintings
Located in Rome, IT
Set of four delicious putto figures , oval shape oil on canvas . Fine tromple oeil painted frame
Category

19th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Oval Portrait - Oil on Canvas - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oval Portrait is an artwork realized by an unknown, mid-20th Century. Oil on canvas mounted on
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas, Board

Four Oval Shaped 19' Century Allegorical Paintings
Located in Rome, IT
Set of four delicious putto figures , oval shape oil on canvas . Fine tromple oeil painted frame
Category

19th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Blue Oval
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Slonem, Hunt Title: Blue Oval Date: 2024 Medium: Oil on Wood Unframed Dimensions: 10" x
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Dream Weavers (Gold), Oil on oval wood panel
By Allison Green
Located in New York, NY
of Allison Green’s “String Theory” series of oil paintings exploring the unity of life within the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

I fell in love - Pink oval abstract painting
By Jennifer L. Baker
Located in Ocklawaha, FL
In this oil painting, I explored the passion and vulnerability that embracing love brings. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oval Still Life - Oil on Canvas - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oval Still Life is an artwork realized by an unknown in the mid-20th centry. Oil on canvas mounted
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Board

17th Century Portrait of Saint Paul Painting Oil on Oval Canvas
Located in Milan, IT
17th century Portrait of Saint Paul Measures: Oil on oval canvas, 67 x 50 cm - with frame 81
Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Green Oasis, Abstract Oil Painting
By Mark Risius
Located in San Francisco, CA
several larger paintings cut into strips and woven over a hand-built oval frame. The piece features custom
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oval Oil on Canvas Painting of a Woman with Horse, 19th Century
Located in Cypress, CA
Impressive Continental oval oil on canvas painting of a woman with horse, 19th century. The
Category

Antique 19th Century European Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

18th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Oval Antique Painting Still Life, 1740
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Antique Italian painting from the 18th century. Artwork oil on canvas depicting still life with
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Sierra Mountains in Autumn - Landscape in Oil on Oval Canvas
Located in Soquel, CA
Sierra Mountains in Autumn - Landscape in Oil on Oval Canvas Gorgeous mid-century autumnal
Category

1960s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Stretcher Bars, Canvas

18th Century Antique Oil Painting on Canvas Oval Portrait of a Gentleman
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful antique oil painting on canvas portrait of a gentleman. Excellent pictorial quality great
Category

Antique 1780s Dutch Paintings

Materials

Canvas

19th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Antique Oval Painting Woman Portrait, 1880
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Antique Italian painting from the 19th century. Artwork oil on canvas, on the first canvas
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Self portrait oil on cardboard painting
By Jordi Curos
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Jordi Curos - Self-portrait - Oil on cardboard Oil measurements 55x46 cm. Frameless. Jordi Curós
Category

1970s Fauvist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Cardboard, Oil

Man portrait oil on canvas painting
By Jordi Curos
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
that his basal paintings, forming a kind of ovals, were recognized by their personal concept. In his
Category

1970s Fauvist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

18th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Framed Oval-Shaped Still Life Painting, 1750
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Antique Italian painting from the 18th century. Artwork oil on canvas depicting still life with
Category

Antique 1750s Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

18th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Oval Painting Still Life with Fruit , 1750
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Antique Italian painting from the 18th century. Artwork oil on canvas depicting still life with
Category

Antique 1750s Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

SEA SHELLS ON THE SEA SHORE, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Peter Goodhall
Located in Yardley, PA
An oval gallery wrapped oil on linen canvas. Supplied ready to hang with advice on hanging options
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Painting oval KUWASSEG Marine beach boats french romantic Normandy 19th
By Charles Euphrasie Kuwasseg
Located in PARIS, FR
Charles Euphrasie KUWASSEG Draveil (Essonne), 1833 – Paris, 1904 Oil on wooden panel Signed and
Category

1850s Romantic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

18th Century Oil on Canvas Oval Italian Antique Painting Madonna with Child 1750
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Antique Italian painting from the 18th century. Oval work oil on canvas depicting a religious
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Italian beginning 19th oil canvas oval Mythological Bacchus and Apollon child
Located in PARIS, FR
Italian school from the beginning of the 19th century Oil on canvas (2) 99 x 65 cm (103 x 78 cm
Category

Early 19th Century Academic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Charming Oval 19th Century French Signed Oil Mother & Daughter in Garden
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Mother & Daughter French artist, late 19th century signed oil on board, framed framed: 22.5 x 18.5
Category

Late 19th Century French School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil On Canvas, Art Nouveau XIX century Portrait Lady With Oval Frame
Located in Gavere, BE
"Oil On Canvas, Art Nouveau XIX Portrait Lady With Oval Frame" Oil on canvas Portrait of a lady
Category

1880s Jugendstil Portrait Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

The ship oil painting fauvist spanish seascape
By Jordi Curos
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
that his basal paintings, forming a kind of ovals, were recognized by their personal concept. In his
Category

1970s Fauvist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard, Canvas

Small and Charming Oval Oil of a Handsome Vizsla in Gold Frame
By Beth Carlson
Located in Charleston, US
Beth Carlson's oval dog painting featuring a closeup of an elegant Vizsla showcases the artist's
Category

Early 2000s Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Spanish market oil on canvas painting fauvism
By Jordi Curos
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
that his basal paintings, forming a kind of ovals, were recognized by their personal concept. In his
Category

1970s Fauvist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

VENICE - Italian Landscape Oil on Canvas Painting
By Giancarlo Gorini
Located in Napoli, IT
VENICE - Italian landscape oil on canvas oval painting cm.40x70 by Giancarlo Gorini, Italy 2002
Category

Early 2000s Italian School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Delft Netherlands oil on canvas painting urbanscape
By Jordi Curos
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
that his basal paintings, forming a kind of ovals, were recognized by their personal concept. In his
Category

1990s Fauvist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Collapse: Of Nature #2", contemporary, realist, bird, oil, ink, painting
Located in Natick, MA
Steve Sangapore’s “Collapse: Of Nature #2” is a 10 x 8 oil and ink nature painting on an oval
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Ink, Oil, Canvas

Hunt Slonem, "Lory", 10x8 Green Parrot Oval Avian Painting on Board
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
Renowned artist Hunt Slonem's "Lory" is a 10x8 colorful oil painting on wood board of an abstract
Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Oval 2
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Greenwich, CT
Hunt Slonem Original Framed Oil Painting. Signed on Verso. Our Gallery works directly with Hunt
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oval 2
H 19.5 in W 16.4 in
The Artist in Profile - Oval Shaped Portrait Painting in Extraordinary Detail
By Matthew Cook
Located in Chicago, IL
Matthew Cook The Artist in Profile oil on aluminum 10 x 8 in. oval MATTHEW COOK b. Toledo, OH
Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

A decorative oval relief with Venus and Cupid, 18th Century Rococo Oil
By Jacob De Wit
Located in London, GB
Follower of Jacob de Wit 1695-1754 Venus and Cupid Oil on panel Image size: 7 ¾ inches x 11
Category

18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Oval Theme I - 20th Century, Oil & Polyfilla on board by Adrian Heath
By Adrian Heath
Located in London, GB
Oval Theme (1) builds outwards from a central red wedge, unfurling through larger slabs of colour
Category

1950s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

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Oval Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact oval oil painting you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. In our selection of items, you can find Contemporary examples as well as an Old Masters version. If you’re looking for an oval oil painting from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right oval oil painting is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes brown, black, gray and beige. There have been many interesting oval oil painting examples over the years, but those made by Hunt Slonem, David Molesky, Luisa Albert, Conrad Buff and Matthew Cook are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and canvas, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much is a Oval Oil Painting?

The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — an oval oil painting in our inventory may begin at $600 and can go as high as $29,500, while the average can fetch as much as $3,470.
Questions About Oval Oil Painting
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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.
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Marc Chagall used oil paint to produce many of his paintings. He also worked with gouaches and watercolors. Not just a painter, Chagall made stained glass windows, illustrations, prints, ceramics and other types of works throughout his life. Find a collection of Marc Chagall art on 1stDibs.