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Winter's Warm Embrace, Oil Painting
By Jo Galang
Located in San Francisco, CA
, tranquil, trees, West Coast, winter, woods, season, warm, nature, realism, oil painting, orange
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Warm summer", Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
One of a kind original Oil painting by Ukrainian artist Alisa Onipchenko-Cherniakovska - Canvas
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Warm autumn", Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
One of a kind original Oil painting by Ukrainian artist Alisa Onipchenko-Cherniakovska - Canvas
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Warm autumn ", Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
One of a kind original Oil painting by Ukrainian artist Alisa Onipchenko-Cherniakovska - Canvas
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Warm birch, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
64 W x 48 H x 2 D cm Message from Alex: Only the highest quality oil paints and materials are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Warm Toned Landscape Oil Painting
By Jim Woodson
Located in Fort Worth, TX
Jim Woodson, Emerging Temporal Clarifiers, Oil on canvas, 40 x 30", 2019
Category

2010s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Warm Sunset 230124, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Don Bishop
Located in Yardley, PA
Warm Sunset 230124 is a contemporary tonal landscape painting with nice light and atmosphere. This
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Warm Afternoon 220815, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Don Bishop
Located in Yardley, PA
Warm Afternoon 220815 is a contemporary tonal landscape painting with nice light and atmosphere
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Warm Composition, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
2019 / 20 x 24 / Oil on canvas Created for a pop-up gallery show hosted by FLATSstudio, this
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Warm evening at sea, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Iryna Kastsova
Located in Yardley, PA
. The picture has good spatial quality and the colors are pleasing to children. Oil painting on canvas
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century English Coaching Scene Oil Painting Horse Carriages outside Tavern
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
the reverse). oil painting on board, unframed board: 13 x 10.75 inches provenance: private collection
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Warm Tones on Flatcreek, Abstract Oil Painting
By Ronda Waiksnis
Located in San Francisco, CA
, non-representational, oil painting, pinkWarm Tones on FlatcreekRonda Waiksnis
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Warm Reflections", contemporary, landscape, abstract, red, orange, oil painting
By Marcia Wise
Located in Natick, MA
Marcia Wise’s “Warm Reflections” is part of her abstract landscape series depicting the colors of a
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Untitled - Contemporary oil abstract painting, Warm colors
By Klaudia Lata
Located in Warsaw, PL
painting at the Academy of Fine Arts in Katowice. Diploma in 2017 in the studio of prof. Ireneusz Walczak
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Red Barn (Oil Painting, Impasto, Impressionism, Colorful, Pastel, Warm)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Genevieve Hamel Red Barn Oil on Wood Panel Year: 2024 Size: 24 x 24 x 1.625 inches Signed by hand
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Good Morning (Oil Painting, Impasto, Impressionism, Colorful, Pastel, Warm)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Genevieve Hamel Good Morning Oil on Wood Panel Year: 2024 Size: 12 x 12 x 1.625 inches bed by hand
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Reflection (Oil Painting, Impasto, Impressionism, Colorful, Pastel, Warm, Rose)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Genevieve Hamel Reflection Oil on Wood Panel Year: 2024 Size: 24 x 24 x 1.625 inches Signed by hand
Category

2010s Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood Panel, Oil

Multiples (Oil Painting, Impasto, Impressionism, Colorful, Pastel, Warm, Daisy)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Genevieve Hamel Multiples Oil on Wood Panel Year: 2024 Size: 12 x 12 x 1.625 inches Signed by hand
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Bluffs in Warm Light, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
Located in Yardley, PA
Bend, Texas :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece comes with an official certificate of
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Warm Evening, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Warm Evening Autumn, " Original Autumn Landscape Oil Painting
By Shawn Krueger
Located in Denver, CO
"Warm Evening, Autumn" by Shawn Krueger (United States) is a handmade landscape oil painting that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Warm Autumn, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Alex Kalenyuk Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Mon Amour (Oil Painting, Impasto, Impressionism, Colorful, Pastel, Warm, Rose)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Genevieve Hamel Mon Amour Oil on Wood Panel Year: 2024 Size: 12 x 12 x 1.625 inches Signed by hand
Category

2010s Modern Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Beauty in Red (Oil Painting, Impasto, Impressionism, Colorful, Pastel, Warm)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Beauty in Red Red Poppies Oil on Wood Panel Year: 2024 Size: 24 x 24 x 1.625 inches Signed by hand
Category

2010s Modern Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Next To You (Oil Painting, Impasto, Impressionism, Colorful, Pastel, Warm)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Genevieve Hamel Next To You Oil on Wood Panel Year: 2024 Size: 12 x 12 x 1.625 inches Signed by
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Riders - Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting, Warm tones, Landscape
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

Huang Ye Landscape Original Oil Painting "Warm Winter Village"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Warm Winter Village Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 18.5 x 18.5 inches Frame: Framing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Xiao PuDa Impressionist Original Oil Painting "Warm Spring 2"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Warm Spring 2 Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 19.75 x 24 inches Frame: Framing options available
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Warm Autumn, Landscape, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Wooden Bar, Gallery Wrapped, Ready to Hang. "Warm Autumn" is an enchanting oil painting that captures
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Warm Evening, Impressionism Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Alex Kalenyuk Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Warm and Inviting Mid-Century Oil Painting on Board
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Warm and inviting Mid-Century oil painting on board with a peaceful approach to what must have been
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Warm Evening, landscape, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Alex Kalenyuk Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Warm Wind, Impressionism Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Alex Kalenyuk Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Concrete - Expressive Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting, Realism, Warm Tones
By Robert Bubel
Located in Salzburg, AT
The painting is signed on the back. The whole artistic output of Robert Bubel centres around
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Warm Day, Impressionism, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Boris Serdyuk Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Clearance - Expressive Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting, Realism, Warm Tones
By Robert Bubel
Located in Salzburg, AT
The painting is signed on the back. The whole artistic output of Robert Bubel centres around
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Fox - Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting, Fairytale Motifs, Warm Colours
By Aleksandra Bujnowska
Located in Salzburg, AT
Born 1979 in Warsaw. Works in painting and photography. Between 2001and 2006 she studied at the
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Warm Sunset Seascape Painting
By Zbigniew Kopania
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Warm Sunset Seascape Contemporary Oil Painting 19.5x27.5 framed 28x36x1.5 Zbigniew Kopania, artist
Category

2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A lady - Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting, Warm tones, Monochromatic
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

Portrait - Oil figurative painting, Blue, Warm tones, Big eyes
By Marlena Nizio
Located in Warsaw, PL
MARLENA NIZIO Studied painting under prof. Jerzy Nowosielski at the Academy of Fine Arts in Cracow
Category

2010s Other Art Style Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Warm January Original Winter Landscape Oil Painting by Andrei Belaichuk
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Warm January" is a painting depicting the winter atmosphere in January. In the evening, as the sun
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Crusade - red warm toned grey color stripe abstract contemporary oil painting
Located in New York, NY
In this abstract oil painting, Dintino brings about images of bloody battles, or crusades. The red
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Wood Panel, Oil

A warm autumn evening, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Alex Kalenyuk Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Warm Autumn Evening, Impressionism, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Alex Kalenyuk Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"Getting Warmer", abstract, birds, green, yellow, orange, oil, acrylic, painting
By Anne Sargent Walker
Located in Natick, MA
Anne Sargent Walker's "Getting Warmer" is an oil and acrylic painting with a halo of soft greens on
Category

2010s Abstract Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

A Family. Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting, Warm colors, Polish artist
By Malgorzata Rozmarynowska
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary figurative oil on canvas painting by Polish artist Malgorzata Rozmarynowska. The
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Eventide, Warm Seascape Artwork, Contemporary Framed Oil Painting, Beach Art
Located in Deddington, GB
. Inspired by the British countryside, she explores the beauty of the landscape through her oil paintings
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

"The Naked Soil", Warm Ochre Rural Landscape Impressionist Oil Painting
By Yves Calméjane
Located in Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
, with the weft of the canvas often still visible. The reliefs are quite thin, the painting often spread
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

September - XXI Century, Contemporary Landscape Oil Painting Warm tones, Realism
By Janusz Szpyt
Located in Warsaw, PL
and painting from the Academy of Fine Arts in Krakow. 1983 onward, he became the member of the « Group
Category

2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Revolution - warm red color horizontal stripe abstract contemporary oil painting
Located in New York, NY
In this abstract oil painting, Dintino uses warm and quite angry tones to convey 'revolution
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

"Epicenter" - Horizontal abstract oil painting in neutral and warm colors.
By Kathleen Cammarata
Located in Miami, FL
of its former power can still be felt. Oil on canvas.
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A nude - Realistic oil painting, Warm tones, Young Polish artist
Located in Warsaw, PL
Kluza in Krakow. In 2020, she graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts in Krakow in painting at the
Category

2010s Naturalistic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

"Fenske's Fireplace" contemporary realist oil painting, warm winter tuscan vibes
By Rachel Personett
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
An oil painting of an interior - a fireplace in action. Flames blaze and cast smoke upwards. A red
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

Mnemosyne - XXI Century Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting Portrait Warm Tones
By Boguslaw Jagiello
Located in Warsaw, PL
and studied at the Faculty of painting, graphic arts and sculpture. In 1984, he obtained a degree in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"The Candle, " Figurative Oil Painting, Camper Van, Orange, Warm Tones
By Andrew McIntosh
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This orange painting of a camper van in a landscape titled "The Candle" is an original artwork by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Oil, Board

Adventure Time -Large Format, Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting, Warm Colour
By Maciej Olekszy
Located in Salzburg, AT
in 2007. Faculty of Painting in the studio of Professor Jan Świtka. He made his debut in 2009
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Country view - 21 century, Oil painting, Figurative, Landscape, Warm tones
By Magdalena Spasowicz
Located in Warsaw, PL
MAGDALENA SPASOWICZ Studied painting under prof. Jan Cybis and graphic arts with prof. Tadeusz
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Other Art Style Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

Warm evening by the river, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
, Stretched on Wooden Bar, Gallery Wrapped, Ready to Hang. This oil painting titled "Warm evening by the
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Painter and a model. Figurative Oil Painting, Warm tones, European art
By Iwan Kulik
Located in Warsaw, PL
Figurative oil on canvas painting by Iwan Kulik. Painting is in warm tones, main colors are brown
Category

20th Century Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"Warm Day" Oil Painting 20" x 24" inch by Egor Plotnikov
By Egor Plotnikov
Located in Culver City, CA
"Warm Day" Oil Painting 20" x 24" inch by Egor Plotnikov Egor Plotnikov was born in Kirov (Russia
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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

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    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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