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The Venetian Backwater Canal Fine Period c.1850's Oil Painting Gilt Frame
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Venetian Backwater British School, c. 1850's circle of Joseph Mallord William Turner (British
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Fine 1850's English Oil Painting Portrait of a Clergy Man in Clothing
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The English Vicar early/ mid Victorian English artist, circa 1850's oil on canvas, unframed canvas
Category

Mid-19th Century English School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

1850's Portrait of British Officer in Red Military Uniform Antique Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Military Portrait of a British Officer English School, mid 19th century oil on canvas, framed
Category

Mid-19th Century English School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Waterloo Battlefield with 3 Monuments - Butte du Lion, Antique Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Battlefield of Waterloo English School, 19th century original oil painting on canvas, framed
Category

Early 19th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Landscape with Cottages and Sheep - British Victorian 1850's art oil painting
By William Henry Crome
Located in London, GB
This superb oil on panel painting is by British Victorian artist William Henry Crome, son of artist
Category

19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

1850's English Romantic Landscape Oil Shepherd Boy crossing Stream with Cattle
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Shepard Boy Crossing A Ford Frank Traies (British, fl. 19th Century) signed & dated 1852 oil on
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Dueling Partners 1850's French Oil, Chateau Staircase Interior Beautiful oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Duel by Alcide Joseph LORENTZ (French 1813-1891) signed and dated 1857 oil painting on canvas
Category

Mid-19th Century Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

1850’s English Hunting Countryside Oil Huntsman on Horseback and Hounds
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
19th Century English School oil painting on copper, framed framed: 18 x 14 inches board: 13 x 8
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

French 1850s Oil on Panel Baryard Painting with Ducks and Vibrant Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Created in France during the 1850s, this oil on panel painting depicts a peaceful scene. Showcasing
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint

1850's Large Mid 19th Century French Portrait of a Young Gentleman Signed Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The French Gentleman by Paul Goubil (French mid 19th century) signed and dated 1855 oil on canvas
Category

Mid-19th Century French School Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Huge 1850's Irish Romantic Sunset Landscape over Lough Waters & Mountains
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Irish Sunset Irish School, mid 19th century, circa 1850 oil on canvas, framed framed: 34 x 32.5
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

French Napoléon III 1850s Oil on Canvas Framed Painting with Bird and Roses
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Napoléon III period oil on canvas painting from the mid 19th century, with bird and roses
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood

Large Victorian Scottish Oil Painting Highland Family Stag & Deer Loch Sunrise
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Sunrise in the Scottish Highlands by Clarence Roe (1850-1920) signed & dated 1880's oil painting on
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Thomas Clark 19th Century Tropical Landscape Paintings
Located in San Francisco, CA
ine Mid 19th Century Tropical Landscapes by Thomas Clark c.1850s Superb original landscape oil
Category

Mid-19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Enchanting Portrait of "Fanciulla con tamburello", Oil on Canvas, 1850s
By Francesco Saverio Altamura
Located in Cervia, IT
Passionate about historical subjects, the artist went to Rome in 1847 and then to Florence in 1850
Category

Antique 1850s Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

English 1850s Oil Painting on Board Depicting Ships at Sea Signed John Swift
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small size English oil painting on board depicting ships at sea by John Swift. This English
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Paintings

Materials

Wood, Giltwood, Paint

FINE CLASSICAL 1850'S GRAND TOUR OIL - CLASSICAL ROMAN RUINS TURKISH LANDSCAPE
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
"The Turkish Landscape" Continental School, mid 19th century oil painting on canvas, framed
Category

Mid-19th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Framed Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas by W.S. Myles, circa 1850-1911
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome landscape oil painting on canvas in gilt frame by the British painter, W.S. Myles
Category

Early 20th Century English Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Giltwood

19th Century American School 1850's Oil on Canvas Portrait of a Bearded Gentlema
Located in New York, NY
19th Century American School 1850's Oil on Canvas Portrait of a Bearded Gentleman Man In good
Category

Antique 19th Century North American Paintings

Materials

Paint

English Thomas Bretland 1850s Framed Oil Painting Depicting a Horse with Dogs
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Victorian era oil on canvas painting from the mid-19th century, by Thomas Bretland (1802
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood, Paint

French 1850s Framed Oil on Canvas Still-Life Floral Painting by Clara Schlott
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French framed oil on canvas still-life floral painting from the mid 19th century signed Clara
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood

After Titian Oil Portrait of a Young Woman With Platter of Fruit c.1850s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mid 19th Century Oil Portrait of a Young Woman With Platter of Fruit c.1850s Beautiful antique oil
Category

Mid-19th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Hudson River School 1850's American Landscape with a Waterfall by William Hart
By William Hart
Located in Buffalo, NY
Hudson River School landscape with a waterfall by William Hart (1823 - 1894). Oil on canvas
Category

1850s Hudson River School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique Mid 19th Century French Oil Painting Mother & Child Carrying Straw
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Village Lane French School, mid 19th century oil on canvas, framed framed: 25 x 22.5 inches
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Antique French Oil Classical Trading Port Ancient Roman Architecture & Ships
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Trading Port French School, mid 19th century oil painting on board, framed condition: the
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

1850's Irish Landscape Large Oil Painting Sunset over Lough Waters Man Fishing
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Sunset over the Lough Irish School, circa 1850's signed "Gibbs" oil on canvas, framed framed: 27 x
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

1850's VIctorian English Oil Painting White Dog Sleeping on Cushion Interior
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
"Let Sleeping Dogs Lie" by W. H. Chapman, British mid 19th century signed oil on canvas, framed
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

FINE 1850'S ENGLISH OIL - TRANQUIL LAKELAND LANDSCAPE CATTLE WATERING & FIGURES
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: English School, mid 19th century Title: The Tranquil Landscape Medium: oil
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Fine 1850's Sporting Art Large Oil Painting Huntsman on Horseback in Landscape
By Alfred de Dreux
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
logo of Hermès International is based on a drawing by Dreux. This painting, dating to the 1840's-1850
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century English Portrait Elderly Man in Glasses Large Oil Painting 1850's
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Gentleman wearing spectacles oil painting on canvas, framed framed: 32 x 27 inches
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Nude Lady Artists Model in Studio Interior 1850's French Oil Painting Sketch
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Artists Model French School, mid 19th century circle of Eugene Delacroix (French 1798-1863) oil
Category

Mid-19th Century Impressionist Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

1850s Theodore Kelley Art Antique Oil Portrait Painting Fine Young Blonde Child
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Painting Well executed museum quality art antique oil on canvas painting young child portrait
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Victorian Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

1850's British Oil Highland Landscape with Figure and Dog before Country Cottage
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Figures in a Mountainous Landscape British School (mid 19th Century) oil on canvas, framed framed
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

1850's Large British Oil Panoramic Rural Landscape Sheep & Windmill Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
oil painting on canvas, framed framed: 24.5 x 40 inches canvas: 15 x 30 inches Provenance: private
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

FINE 1850'S ENGLISH OIL - GENTLEMAN ANGLER ON RIVER BANK PASTORAL LANDSCAPE
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: English School, mid 19th century Title: The Pastoral Landscape Medium: oil
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Very Fine 1850's English Oil The First Bridge on The Dart Romantic Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
on canvas overlap attached to the stretcher oil on canvas, framed framed: 15 x 19 inches painting
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

1850's Welsh Portrait of a Country Gentleman, signed & dated 1858
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Gentleman Medium: oil painting on canvas, unframed Size: canvas: 30 x 25 inches Provenance: private
Category

19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

1850’s English Fox Hunting Classic Countryside Scene Huntsman on Horseback
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
19th Century English School oil painting on copper, framed framed: 18 x 14 inches board: 13 x 8
Category

Early 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

1850’s English Fox Hunting Scene Pack of Hounds, Huntsman & Horses in Woods
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
19th Century English School oil painting on copper, framed framed: 18 x 14 inches board: 13 x 8
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

1850s Oil Painting of Yosemite
Located in Pasadena, CA
Nice oil painting of Yosemite painted on board. Retains its original label on board trademarked in
Category

Antique 19th Century American Paintings

1850s Oil Painting of Yosemite
1850s Oil Painting of Yosemite
H 24.38 in W 18.13 in
19th Century Oil of Yosemite
Located in Pasadena, CA
Circa 1850's oil painting of Yosemite. Painting retains an original label with trademark of 1852
Category

Antique 19th Century Paintings

19th Century Oil of Yosemite
19th Century Oil of Yosemite
H 24.38 in W 18.13 in
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1850s Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of 1850s oil paintings available on 1stDibs. Browse a selection of Impressionist, contemporary or Post-Impressionist versions of these works for sale today — there are 57 Impressionist, 29 contemporary, 11 Old Masters, 5 modern and 4 Post-Impressionist examples available. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. 1850s oil paintings available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes brown, gray, black, blue and more. These artworks have been a part of the life’s work for many artists, but the versions made by Simone Gad, Thomas Hart, Bill Sullivan, Thomas Sidney Cooper and Eugene Henri Cauchois are consistently popular. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much are 1850s Oil Paintings?

Prices for art of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — 1850s oil paintings in our inventory begin at $170 and can go as high as $985,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,200.
Questions About 1850s Oil Paintings
  • 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 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 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 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.
  • 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 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
  • 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

    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 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.
  • 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
    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 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.
  • 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.