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"Aveiro Moliceiros boats", Portugal, 2002, Oil Painting
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
"Aveiro Moliceiros boats", Portugal, 2002, Oil Painting on Canvas, (60 x 80 cm, not framed), by
Category
2010s Portuguese Beaux Arts Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Portuguese Oil Landscape Painting By Mendes da Silva, 20th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
An oil landscape painting on wood signed «Mendes da Silva» by the portuguese painter Mendes da
Category
20th Century Portuguese Paintings
Materials
Wood
"Alley In Pedralva, Portugal" Contemporary Impressionist Oil of Portugal
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Alley In Pedralva, Portugal" is an exceptional oil painted on location in Portugal by Maria
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Sailing West, " Portugal Ocean Waves Oil Painting by Sparky LeBold
Located in Denver, CO
"Sailing West" by Sparky LeBold (US and Portugal based) is a handmade oil painting that depicts a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Window in the Village of Obidos, Portugal", 2002, Oil Painting
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
"Window in the village of Obidos, Portugal", 2002, Oil painting on Canvas, (67 x 56 cm, framed), by
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Beaux Arts Paintings
Materials
Canvas
"Sesimbra, " Portugal Ocean Waves upon Rocks Oil Painting by Sparky LeBold
Located in Denver, CO
"Sesimbra" by Sparky LeBold (US and Portugal based) is a handmade oil painting that depicts waves
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
"Estremoz Castle, Summer" bright plein air oil painting landscape in Portugal
By Marc Dalessio
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Estremoz Castle, Summer" is a bright and breezy plein air oil painting of a hilltown in Portugal
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"Sunbathers at Portugal Cliffs" Original Oil Painting 30 in x 40 in
Located in Boca Raton, FL
"Portugal Cliffs"
2021
Oil on linen canvas
30 in x 40 in
"Portugal Cliffs" is an Original oil
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 30 in W 40 in D 1 in
Portrait of Maria Vittoria Queen of Portugal - Italian Old Master oil painting
Located in London, GB
placed on a piece of furniture. A really stunning Italian Old Master portrait oil painting of Portuguese
Category
Mid-18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Lisbon Alley" realist plein air oil painting of Portugal street with motorcycle
By Marc Dalessio
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Lisbon Alley" is a realist plein air oil painting of Portugal street with a motorcycle.
Framed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Panel
19th Century Portrait of a Portuguese Woman Oil Painting
Located in Nottingham, GB
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19th Century Portrait of a Portuguese Woman Oil Painting
Category
Antique 19th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
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H 30.32 in W 25.2 in D 1.58 in
Portuguese Street Scene Vintage Oil on Canvas
Located in Soquel, CA
landscape oil painting, by Lucas Teixeira (Portuguese, 20th C.), provide incredible depth with expressive
Category
Mid-20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 19.75 in W 15.75 in D 0.5 in
"View from the Garden, Casa De Insua" Oil painting, Portugal, Castle gardens
By Tina Orsolic Dalessio
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Orsolic Dalessio displays two forms of nature in this plein air painting. Cultivated nature is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
XIX Century Portuguese Peasent Woman, Oil on Canvas
Located in Lisboa, PT
This magnificent painted oil canvas, depicts an anonymously beautiful peasant women on a lush
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Portuguese Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Modernist Landscape 'Portugal' Watercolor Painting
By Maurice Freed
Located in Surfside, FL
paint and from 1960 until his death in 1981, he devoted himself to his painting and to the world of art
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Watercolor
Hispano-Portuguese 19th Century Oil Painting on Board, Icon "The Crucifixion"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An Hispano-Portuguese 19th century oil on board depiction of "The Crucifixion". The baroque icon
Category
Antique 19th Century Spanish Baroque Revival Paintings
Materials
Wood
H 32 in W 35.5 in D 3.5 in
The Portuguese Vase with Freishas- original floral painting-impressionist art
By John D. Martin
Located in London, Chelsea
and attention to detail. Framed with care, "The Portuguese Vase with Freishas" is not just a painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 24.81 in W 22.84 in D 1.97 in
Triumphant Finish, Oil Painting
By Mandy Main
Located in San Francisco, CA
, sailboat, sea, vacation, coast, cloudscape, horizon, seascape, realism, oil painting, grey
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Postcards from Portugal
By Jason Berger
Located in Boston, MA
Expressionist painter Jason Berger began visiting Portugal in the early half of the 1970s and would return for a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Factories, Mexilhoeira (Portugal)
By Jason Berger
Located in Boston, MA
the estate of the artist.
Boston Expressionist painter Jason Berger began visiting Portugal in the
Category
20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Landscape Painting By Thomaz de Mello Jr (1906 - 1990), Sintra, Portugal
Located in Lisbon, PT
An oil on wood painting by portugese Modernist Master Thomaz de Mello Junior (1906 - 1990) signed
Category
20th Century Portuguese Paintings
Materials
Wood
H 23.63 in W 16.15 in D 1.19 in
Sintra, Main Square, 1980 Painting by Fortunato Anjos, Portugal Street Scene
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
Fortunato Anjos (Portuguese, 1908-2000)
Signed: Fortunato Anjos 1980 (Lower, Left)
" Sintra, Main
Category
Late 20th Century Other Art Style Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Landscape Silhouette, Portuguese Bend
By Amy Sidrane
Located in Pasadena, CA
the artist's community of Portuguese Bend, this is a favorite scene of the artist. Amy Sidrane masters
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
“Rocks at Lagos, Portugal”, scenic oil on canvas with cliffs over a vast horizon
By Larry Horowitz
Located in Edgartown, MA
“People sometimes ask me how I start a painting. Starting a painting is easy. I just put down two
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sagres Ship Portrait signed oil painting
By Louis Letouche
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Sagres, 1937
by Louis Letouche (French 1924-2015)
oil painting on linen canvas, stretched over
Category
1990s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
1960s Italian Futurist Abstract Oil Painting
By Giovanni Huber
Located in Surfside, FL
This painting has been authenticated by the artist and was sold in St Gallen.
Born in Italy in 1939
Category
1960s Futurist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sunshine - Colorful Textured Original Oil Painting
By Sergei Inkatov
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sergei Inkatov’s original, abstract fine art oil paintings have been exhibited internationally. His
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Blue No. 5, Painting, Oil on Other
By Carla Sá Fernandes
Located in Yardley, PA
unique creation by Carla Sá Fernandes. This high quality oil and acrylic painting is done on natural
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Empire State Colors-original panorama cityscape oil painting-contemporary art
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
heart of the painting stands the Empire State Building, its towering silhouette dominating the skyline
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 39.77 in W 47.64 in D 1.97 in
Lago de los Helechos Gigantes, Portugal
By Borja Fernandez
Located in Austin, TX
Borja Fernandez (b. 1944, Spanish)
Title: "Lago de los Helechos Gigantes, Buçaco, Portugal"
Medium
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Albert Bridge Chelsea -original impressionism London cityscape oil painting-art
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
" Chelsea by Juan del Pozo. This impressionism cityscape painting, framed, signed, and ready to be displayed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 47.25 in W 35.44 in D 1.58 in
Spanish castle landscape oil on board painting
By Josep Martinez Lozano
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
oil painting expressly made for the occasion was presented at the Diari de Terrassa at the request of
Category
1970s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
Bread Bakers oil painting by John Barber
By John Barber
Located in Hudson, NY
figure painting. He then spent several years in France and Portugal with intermittent returns to New York
Category
1930s Cubist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Awakening - Oil Painting Colors White Yellow Blue
By Petya Deneva
Located in Sofia, BG
"Awakening" is a painting by Maestro impressionist Petya Deneva.
The painting is unframed.
Her
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
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H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 0.79 in
18th Century Oil on Wood Paintings of Angels
Located in Lisboa, PT
18th Century Oil on Wood Paintings of Angels.
Category
Antique 18th Century Portuguese Paintings
Materials
Oak
Harlequin, Circus Performer Modern French Oil Painting
By Pierre Bosco
Located in Surfside, FL
paintings takes him to Genoa and then Rome where he becomes a religious paintings restorator, learning the
Category
Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Blue Reflection - Colorful Textured Original Oil Painting
By Sergei Inkatov
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sergei Inkatov’s original, abstract fine art oil paintings have been exhibited internationally. His
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Portuguese Cactus, Plant, Landscape, Seascape, Nature, Impressionist
Located in Deddington, GB
An original oil painting of a Portugese landscape. Cactuses and plants appear above a sunlit groud
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Board
H 9.45 in W 11.82 in D 0.4 in
Stucco House Blossoms - original cityscape contemporary oil painting
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
, where classic white stucco homes line the right side of the painting. The scene captures a moment of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 35.44 in W 47.25 in
View From Chelsea - original cityscape contemporary oil painting
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
with lush trees, enhancing the overall liveliness of the painting.
Del Pozo’s deft use of color and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 35.44 in W 55.12 in D 0.99 in
"Colorado Skies, " Colorado Landscape Oil Painting by Sparky LeBold
Located in Denver, CO
"Colorado Skies" by Sparky LeBold (US and Portugal based) is a handmade oil painting that depicts a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Blue Eternity - Textural Original Oil Painting on Canvas
By Sergei Inkatov
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sergei Inkatov’s original, abstract fine art oil paintings have been exhibited internationally. His
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
London Bridges -original impressionism cityscape oil painting-contemporary Art
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
"London Bridges" by Juan Del Pozo is a captivating original cityscape painting that captures the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 35.44 in W 47.25 in D 1.97 in
Green No. 1 (On Cork), Painting, Oil on Other
By Carla Sá Fernandes
Located in Yardley, PA
unique creation by Carla Sá Fernandes. This high quality oil and acrylic painting is done on natural
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Waterlilies Pond - original modern landscape art- impressionist oil painting
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
"Waterlilies Pond" by Juan Del Pozo is an enchanting original landscape painting that transports
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 47.25 in W 23.63 in D 1.97 in
Marinescape with Boat Long Island NYC Oil Painting
By Boris Vassiloff
Located in Surfside, FL
, Italy, Spain, Portugal and finally Canada and America. His studio is filled with sketches and studies
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Homecoming - Colorful Abstract Expressionism Oil Painting on Canvas
By Sergei Inkatov
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sergei Inkatov’s original, abstract fine art oil paintings have been exhibited internationally. His
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lovers-original impressionism cityscape floral oil painting-contemporary art
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
"Lovers" by Juan del Pozo is a captivating original floral figurative city park painting that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 21.66 in W 18.12 in D 1.19 in
"Estremoz Castle, Autumn" contemporary impressionist plein air oil painting
By Marc Dalessio
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Estremoz Castle, Autumn" is a contemporary realist oil painting of a Portuguese hilltown and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
Sagres II Ship Portrait 20th Century, signed oil painting
By Louis Letouche
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Sagres II, 1937
by Louis Letouche (French 1924-2015)
oil painting on linen canvas, stretched over
Category
1990s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 18.25 in W 13.75 in D 1 in
Kipp Soldwedel Operation Sail New York Harbor Oil Painting
By Kipp Soldwedel
Located in New York, NY
Kipp Soldwedel (American 1913-1999) "Operation Sail" oil on canvas
Very rare painting depicting
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 58 in W 80 in D 3 in
Sunrise Wave-original impressionism seascape oil painting-contemporary Artwork
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
, "Sunrise Wave." This original oil-on-canvas painting, a testament to the artist's mastery of impressionism
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 35.44 in W 35.44 in D 1.19 in
Magnolia-original impressionism blossoms landscape oil painting-contemporary art
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
"Magnolia" by Juan del Pozo is a captivating original impressionistic blossoms landscape oil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 39.38 in W 45.67 in D 1.19 in
Gloria Saez, "Flores en el jardin" Abstract Oil Painting
By Gloria Sáez
Located in New York, NY
"Flores en el jardin - Flowers in the garden" by Gloria Saez is a vertical abstract in oil paint on
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 24.75 in W 28.5 in D 1.5 in
Mediterranean Terrace-original impressionism floral landscape oil painting- art
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
"Mediterranean Terrace" by Juan del Pozo is a mesmerizing original floral landscape painting that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 39.38 in W 31.89 in D 1.58 in
"Marsh Lands, " Colorado Sunset, Landscape Oil Painting by Sparky LeBold
Located in Denver, CO
"Marsh Lands" by Sparky LeBold (US and Portugal based) is a handmade oil painting that depicts a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
The Santa Maria - Christopher Columbus's ship, signed oil painting
By Louis Letouche
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Santa Maria, 1490
by Louis Letouche (French 1924-2015)
oil painting on linen canvas, stretched
Category
1990s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Change - Polish Young Art, Realism, Photorealistic Oil Painting, Woman
By Aleksandra Kalisz
Located in Warsaw, PL
ALEKSANDRA KALISZ
Born in Gdynia in 1992. She currently lives and works in Portugal. She graduated
Category
2010s Photorealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Rainbow London - original impressionism London cityscape oil painting-modern art
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
cityscape. This signed painting, prepared and eager for display, immerses viewers in the vibrant panorama of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 35.44 in W 57.49 in D 0.99 in
Chelsea Night-original impressionist London cityscape oil painting- modern Art
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
Chelsea district after the sun has set. This captivating cityscape painting, rendered in the style of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
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Canvas, Oil
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H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 1.19 in
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Portuguese Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of portuguese oil paintings is available on 1stDibs. There are many Contemporary, Impressionist and Expressionist versions of these works for sale. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Portuguese oil paintings available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes gray, beige, brown, blue and more. Amy Sidrane, Ulrich Gleiter, Borja Fernandez, Jori Duran and Ken Leech took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in oil paint, paint and canvas.
How Much are Portuguese Oil Paintings?
Prices for art of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — portuguese oil paintings in our inventory begin at $450 and can go as high as $46,852, while the average can fetch as much as $5,162.
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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.
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Questions About Portuguese Oil Paintings
- What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An 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, 2024To 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil 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, 2024Jan 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024A 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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, 2021Any 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, 2022To 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, 2023Because 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, 2022The 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, 2024Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, 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. - Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You 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, 2022The 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.
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Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
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Oils typically command higher prices than acrylic paintings, because they generally require more skill.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To identify an artist's oil painting signature, you can try photographing it with your smartphone and then conducting a reverse image search using a trusted search engine. You can also search for the name and consult trusted online resources to learn more about the artist. If these methods don't result in a successful identification, a certified art appraiser or art dealer may be able to assist you. Shop a range of oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
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