Cut Glass Albany
20th Century English Art Deco Vases
Glass
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Acrylic, Archival Paper
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Acrylic, Archival Paper
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Acrylic, Archival Paper
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Gouache, Watercolor, Archival Paper
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Watercolor, Gouache, Archival Paper
1960s Modern Abstract Paintings
Paper, Gouache
Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Mixed Media
Lucite, Acrylic, Cardboard
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Watercolor, Gouache, Archival Paper
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2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Vases
Glass
2010s Pop Art Figurative Prints
Silver
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Pastel, Oil, Acrylic
1950s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Masonite, Oil
2010s Paintings
Acrylic
Late 20th Century Czech Vases
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Canvas, Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Oil, Board
Early 20th Century Italian Vases
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
2010s Pop Art Figurative Prints
Lithograph
20th Century American Paintings
Paint
Vintage 1970s French Art Nouveau Jars
Crystal
Late 20th Century Czech Centerpieces
Crystal
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Vases
Glass
Recent Sales
2010s Contemporary Animal Drawings and Watercolors
Paper, Chalk
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Gouache, Watercolor, Archival Paper
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Watercolor, Gouache, Archival Paper
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Watercolor, Gouache, Archival Paper
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Watercolor, Gouache, Archival Paper
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Watercolor, Gouache, Archival Paper
Antique 1790s English Georgian Crystal Serveware
Cut Glass
1950s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Finding the Right paintings for You
Painting is an art form that has spanned innumerable cultures, with artists using the medium to tell stories, explore and communicate ideas and express themselves. To bring abstract, landscape and still-life paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.
When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.
Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs. Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.
No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel. Download the 1stDibs app, which includes a handy “View on Wall” feature that allows you to see how a particular artwork will look on a particular wall, and read about how to arrange wall art. And if you’re searching for the perfect palette for your interior design project, what better place to turn than to the art world’s masters of color?
On 1stDibs, you’ll find an expansive collection of paintings and other fine art for your home or office. Browse abstract paintings, portrait paintings, paintings by popular artists and more today.
- What is American cut glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021American cut glass is a technique used for decorating glass. The period from 1771 to 1876 is considered the early period of American cut glass — later, cut glass was called Brilliant glass. This technique is associated with high labor costs and involves the work of skilled craftsmen — American cut glass is considered a luxury item and can be very valuable.
- What is Bohemian-cut glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bohemian glass is decorative glassware from the 13th century onwards made in Bohemia and Silesia. It is famous for its cut and Baroque style engraving, which was crafted between 1685 and 1750. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Bohemian-cut glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Cut glass is a highly valuable collectible on any antique market. Cut glass will tend to have a defined pattern with sharper detail. You should also look for mold marks as cut glass should be sharp and not smooth. Find a variety of glass collectibles and art glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To clean a cut-glass decanter, fill your sink with warm water and mild dish soap. Place the decanter in the sink and wipe it with a soft cloth. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and dry with a soft towel. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage decanters.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023It is not necessarily true that a diamond is real if it cuts glass. Before the advent of high-quality synthetic gemstones, attempting to scratch a piece of glass with a gemstone was a more accurate way of determining whether it was a real diamond. However, some human-made stones are now hard enough to produce scratches on glass, just like diamonds. As a result, experts generally say that the best way to tell if a diamond is real is to have it inspected by an experienced jeweler, dealer or appraiser. Shop a large collection of diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if glass is brilliant cut, try striking it with your finger. It should produce a sound like a ringing bell. Because so many convincing replicas exist, consider having an experienced and licensed appraiser evaluate the piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted American brilliant cut glassware.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021American Brilliant cut glass is deeply and sharply cut glass known for its reflective quality and highly polished nature. This type of glass is thick, heavy, and very clear.Bonnin Ashley Antiques IncFebruary 23, 2021The difference between cut glass and cut crystal is the lead content along with some other criteria. "There are three primary criteria for crystal as established by the European Union in 1969: a lead content in excess of 24%, a density in excess of 2.90 and a reflective index of 1.545." "Prior to 1969 crystal glass was generally around 36% lead. However, due to concerns over lead leaching the percentage was reduced to the [unofficial} standard of 24%. Today glass with a lead content of 10% or more is considered to be crystal or “fine glass”" in the US.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if cut glass is American Brilliant, look for deep cuts that reflect light with a brilliance. If you can, flick the glass gently with your fingernail and listen for a bell-like ring. Always purchase crystal from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop a large collection of American Brilliant crystal from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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