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1890's French Impressionist Oil Painting Studio Portrait of a Nude Lady Model
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Studio Model
French Impressionist artist, circa 1890's
oil on canvas: 27.5 x 16.5 inches
Category
Late 19th Century Impressionist Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil
Charming Oval 19th Century French Signed Oil Mother & Daughter in Garden
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Mother & Daughter
French artist, late 19th century
signed oil on board, framed
framed: 22.5 x 18.5
Category
Late 19th Century French School Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Oil Painting of Washington’s Headquarters, Valley Forge, Pa ca 1890’s
Located in Baltimore, MD
This unsigned late 19th century painting portrays the property used by George Washington as his
Category
1890s Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 16 in W 20 in D 2 in
1890's French Impressionist Oil Painting Lady Walking Country Landscape Fields
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
-1903)
dated 'Mai 1890' to the lower right corner.
oil painting on canvas, framed
canvas: 11 x 15
Category
Late 19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 16.5 in W 20.5 in D 1 in
Rare Antique Boston School Violin Player Portrait Oil Painting, ca 1890’s
Located in Baltimore, MD
her. Peaking from beyond a wall is a gilt framed landscape painting that adds visual interest and
Category
1890s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 23 in W 20 in D 4 in
1890's Scottish Landscape Oil Painting Cottage in River Landscape, framed & sign
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Cottage by a River
Scottish School, late 19th century
signed by F. Mclvor
oil on canvas, framed
Category
1890s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique MUSEUM 1890’s CUBAN Painting, “The ARTIST GRAND CHILDREN”
Located in New York, NY
side and posing for the painting. Painted by John Peoli and the Girls happen to be John Peolis
Category
Mid-19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Western Travellers Antique Signed Victorian Oil Painting, Horses c.1890s
By RUDOLF STONE
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
left hand corner
oil painting on wood panel, framed
framed size: 8 x 14 inches
Wonderful portrayal of
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th century Oil on Canvas, 1890s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Oil on canvas dating from the 19th century (unsigned).
Represents a painter sharing a picnic in a
Category
Antique 19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Paint
1890’s French Impressionist Signed Oil Wintry Misty Morning Rural Fields
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Medium: oil on panel
Size: 10.5 x 14 inches
Provenance: private collection, France
Condition: The
Category
19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th century French Portrait Oil on canvas, 1890s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very beautiful oil on canvas portrait dating from the end of the 19th century.
Portrait of a
Category
Antique 1890s French Paintings
Materials
Canvas
1890’s French Impressionist Signed Oil Pink Sunset Sky over Countryside Fields
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Medium: oil on panel
Size: 10.5 x 14 inches
Provenance: private collection, France
Condition: The
Category
19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
1890's French Impressionist Signed Oil Still Life Flowers in Vase Beautiful Work
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
French School, indistinctly signed/ dated 1898
signed and dated
oil painting on canvas, unframed
Category
Late 19th Century Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Joseph Mazzuloni 'Italy' "The Broken Jug" Original Oil Painting, circa 1890s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Joseph Mazzuloni (Italy, b. 1868) "The Broken Jug" original oil painting circa 1890s
Fine
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Paintings
Materials
Paint
H 24 in W 29.5 in D 3 in
1890's French Impressionist Portrait of Lady in Black Hat Beautiful Oil Sketch
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Lady in a Black Hat
French Impressionist painter from the late 19th century
oil on canvas
Category
Late 19th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
French 1890s Oil on Canvas Painting Featuring Playing Kittens in Giltwood Frame
By Laroche
Located in Atlanta, GA
, complimented by the delicacy of the palmette carved frame, make this French 1890s oil on canvas painting an
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
H 14.25 in W 12.25 in D 2 in
French 1890s Oil Provençal Painting of a Social Gathering in Shades of Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French late 19th century oil on canvas painting from Aix-en-Provence depicting a social gathering
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
H 21.25 in W 32 in D 0.75 in
Belgian Julien T'felt 1890s Gilt Framed Oil Painting Depicting a Farmyard Scene
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Belgian framed oil on canvas painting from the late 19th century signed Julien T'Felt (1874-1933
Category
Antique 19th Century Belgian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood, Paint
H 19 in W 23 in D 1.5 in
Little Mule and white rabbit: 1890s novecento animal equestrian horse painting
Located in Norwich, GB
A gorgeous novecento animalier painting, depicting a curious colt and.a white rabbit, by Gaetano
Category
1890s Art Nouveau Animal Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
H 12.6 in W 16.15 in D 0.79 in
Western Travellers, Signed Victorian Oil Painting, Horses
By RUDOLF STONE
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
left hand corner
Oil painting on wood panel, framed
Framed size: 8 x 14 inches
Wonderful portrayal of
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 8 in W 14 in D 1 in
Original 1890s French Belle Epoque Period Signed Oil Portrait Lady in Pink Dress
By French Belle Epoque
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Lady in Pink
French School, indistinctly signed upper right corner
dated 1893
oil
Category
Late 19th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Late 19th Century French Impressionist oil Painting Bustling Parisian Boulevard
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Parisian Boulevard
French Impressionist artist, circa 1890's
circle of Camille Pissarro (1830
Category
Late 19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
American 1890s Framed Oil on Board Painting Depicting a Dog Lying on a Red Drape
Located in Atlanta, GA
loyalty. Unsigned and set inside a giltwood frame, this American oil on board painting circa 1890 will
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Paintings
Materials
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
H 27.5 in W 31 in D 2.75 in
'Brixham Harbour, Devon' an antique oil painting
By William Lee Hankey
Located in St. Albans, GB
William LEE HANKEY RWS, ROI
An oil painting is in very good condition. The canvas has had a clean
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
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H 27 in W 31 in D 3 in
Florentine Signed Gordigiani Portrait Landscape Painting 19th century oil canvas
By Michele Gordigiani
Located in Florence, IT
the 1866) and the painting technique, less defined and more “Impressionist” and “macchiaiola”, we can
Category
1890s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pears Aplenty in Victorian Days by anonymous artist 1890s
Located in Soquel, CA
Pears Aplenty in Victorian Days by anonymous artist 1890s
Exceptionally well painted Pear example
Category
Late 19th Century American Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Antique French Impressionist Signed Oil Painting Portrait of Young Man
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
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oil on canvas, framed
framed: 30 x 28 inches
canvas: 26 x 21 inches
private collection, France
the
Category
Late 19th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 30 in W 28 in D 1 in
19th Century German Oil Painting
Located in Tampa, FL
brass plaque, and it’s signed with his German signature on the back. The painting it's self measures ten
Category
Antique 1890s German Paintings
Materials
Paint
SIGNED VICTORIAN ENGLISH OIL PAINTING - CHILDREN PLAYING WATERMILL STREAM DUCKS
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
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Medium: oil painting, on canvas.
Size: frame: 21 x 27 inches
painting: 16 x 22 inches
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
1890's Creek at Santa Barbara in the style of Henry Chapman Ford
Located in Soquel, CA
A late 19th Century impressionist oil painting of the creek near Glen Annie Meadows, Santa Barbara
Category
1890s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Ballet Dancers Performance c. 1900 French Impressionist Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Ballet Dancers
French School, circa 1890
oil painting on canvas, framed
canvas: 42cm x 34cm
Category
Late 19th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 20.87 in W 18.12 in D 2.76 in
The English Fox Hunt Oil Painting Huntsman Red Jackets on Horseback with Hounds
By Philip Rideout
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
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signed oil on paper mounted in a frame
dated 1890's
framed: 14 x 17 inches
paper: 8 x 11 inches
Rideout
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
The English Fox Hunt Oil Painting Huntsman & Hounds Jumping Gate Sporting Art
By Philip Rideout
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Superb oil painting by the very popular English sporting artist, Philip Rideout (circa 1850-1920
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Artist Painting Still Life" Expressionistic Style Oil Painting on Canvas
By Michael Baxte
Located in New York, NY
A strong modernist oil painting depicted in the Mid Centruy by Russian painter Michael Baxte
Category
Mid-20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Huge Antique Oil Painting Portrait of Mrs Boone & Daughter after lost original
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
After SIR JOSHUA REYNOLDS
(1723 -1792)
Portrait of Mrs Boone and her Daughter
Oil on Canvas
Canvas
Category
Late 19th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Frederick Elmiger (USA, 1890-1975) Portrait of Henry Bergh (Founder A.S.P.C.A.)
Located in Meinisberg, CH
Frederick Elmiger
(American, 1890-1975)
Henry Bergh – The Founder of the A.S.P.C.A.
• Watercolour
Category
20th Century Naturalistic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, India Ink, Oil, Watercolor
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H 17.52 in W 22.64 in D 0.04 in
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Victor Waegemaeckers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique framed oil painting on canvas by Victor Waegemaeckers is a wonderful example of the
Category
Antique 1890s Belgian Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
Antique Oil Painting on Board of Shoemaker at Work
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique oil painting on board depicts a humble shoemaker's shop. Called a cobbler in Europe after
Category
Antique 1890s Dutch Aesthetic Movement Paintings
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Scottish Oil Painting Stag in Highland Loch Scene at Sunset Large Work
By Clarence Roe
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Highland Stag
by Clarence Roe (British 1850-1909)
signed lower corner
oil painting on canvas
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
No Reserve
H 20 in W 28 in D 1 in
Horse portrait oil painting of a bay stallion
By Henry Frederick Lucas Lucas
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
antique oil paintings, this work is offered in ready to hang gallery condition, having been professionally
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 26 in W 32 in D 2 in
Ophelia, Victorian 19th Century Royal Academy Oil Painting
Located in London, GB
Oil on canvas, signed lower right
Image size: 33 1/2 x 56 1/2 inches (85 x 143 cm)
Original gilt
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
The Center Will Not Hold, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Christine Cousineau
Located in Yardley, PA
entirely new image, then painted on canvas. The final image could include a face from an 1890's studio
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil Painting by S Williams "The Path Through the Woods"
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by S Williams "The Path Through the Woods" who flourished 1890- 1910 Atmospheric
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Alfred Pollentine 'British , 1836-1890' "S. Maria Della Salute, Venice"
Located in Philadelphia, PA
S. Maria Della Salute, Venice", Venice Canal with gondol and dome
- Oil on canvas, signed lower
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Paintings
Materials
Paint
American Impressionist Artist Oil Painting George Bruestle Salmagundi Club
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Here is a very beautiful oil painting on panel by American painter George M Bruestle who was a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 14.75 in W 16.75 in D 1.88 in
American Impressionist Artist Oil Painting George Bruestle Salmagundi Club
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Here is a very beautiful oil painting on canvas mounted on panel by American painter George M
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 17.5 in W 21.75 in D 1.5 in
Rare Antique Floral Oil Painting by Southern artist Hal Morrison (1852-1927)
Located in Baltimore, MD
and their leaves is quite convincing.
Oil on board, the painting measures 20” x 14” and was recently
Category
1890s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
20th century oil painting entitled The Unknown Corner
Located in London, GB
changes in the 1890s. The old-fashioned bills with dense wording gave way to posters with a greater
Category
Early 20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Peacekeepers, waterlilies, Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Located in Granada Hills, CA
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Medium: Oil on Canvas
Hand painted, original, one of a kind.
"Peacekeepers" is an oil painting in the
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
No Reserve
H 53 in W 43.5 in D 1 in
Derwent Water Lake District Landscape - British Victorian art oil painting
By William Davies
Located in London, GB
This lovely British Victorian landscape oil painting is by artist William M Davies. It was painted
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Historical genre sporting oil painting of a gentleman hunter
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
oil paintings, this work is offered in ready to hang gallery condition, having been professionally
Category
19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
H 14 in W 11.5 in D 2 in
19th Century seascape oil painting of Penzance harbour, Cornwall
By William Edward Webb
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
.
Condition: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in ready to hang gallery
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 38 in W 54.5 in D 2.5 in
Bords du Loing by Alfred Sisley - Oil, landscape painting
By Alfred Sisley
Located in London, GB
by Alfred Sisley (1839-1899)
Oil on canvas
46.1 x 55.7 cm (18¹/₈ x 21⁷/₈ inches)
Signed and dated
Category
1890s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 18.15 in W 21.93 in
Attributed to Rochegrosse, French 19th Century figurative oil painting
By Georges Antoine Rochegrosse
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
road
Oil on canvas
17.3/4 x 31.1/2 in. (45.2 x 80 cm.)
Abandoned by his father as a child, Georges
Category
19th Century Academic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique American School Framed Interior Scene Artist Studio Signed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American impressionist oil painting of an interior scene. Oil on canvas. Framed. Signed
Category
1890s Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 27 in W 23 in D 2 in
19th Century Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Xavier Wurth
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Framed oil painting on canvas by Xavier Wurth (1869-1933) is an unusual example of the
Category
Antique 1890s Belgian Aesthetic Movement Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
Hastings Castle oil painting seascape 19th century, William Edward Webb
By William Edward Webb
Located in York, GB
Hastings Castle from the beach oil William Edward Webb
A fine 19th century oil on canvas painting
Category
19th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
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H 17.33 in W 29.14 in
Breton Courtship - British 19thC exhib art portrait landscape oil painting
By George Sherwood Hunter
Located in London, GB
A stunning 1891 exhibited oil painting by British listed artist George Sherwood Hunter. This is a
Category
19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th Century Scottish Highland landscape oil painting of Loch Lubnaig
By Alfred de Breanski Sr.
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
excellent condition.
Condition: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 32.25 in W 44.25 in D 3 in
19th Century seascape oil painting of ships on the Thames
By George Stainton
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
took up photography. Sometime during the late 1880’s early 1890’s, he moved to 14 St Pauls Road, Kings
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 19.75 in W 25.75 in D 2.75 in
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1890s Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of 1890s oil paintings available on 1stDibs. A selection of these works in the Impressionist, Post-Impressionist and Abstract styles can be found today in our inventory. These items have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. You can search the 1890s oil paintings that we have for sale on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, gray, black and blue. These artworks have been a part of the life’s work for many artists, but the versions made by Henri Duhem, Amedeo Momo Simonetti, Jean de GAIGNERON, George Boyle and Vincent Clare 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 1890s Oil Paintings?
The average selling price for 1890s oil paintings we offer is $3,010, while they’re typically $360 on the low end and $202,659 for the highest priced.
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- 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Oils typically command higher prices than acrylic paintings, because they generally require more skill.
- Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 18, 2021The cost of an original oil painting has a very wide range. For emerging new artist could be in the lower end, ranging from the $500 to $10,000 depending on the size and subject matter, for the mid-career artists who are already established, their prices range in the thousands and hundreds of thousands of dollars and lastly the original oil painting art of very established and popular artists that could have auction records in the millions of dollars. In this category are some of the well known examples of the old master paintings and other contemporary artworks.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024The name of the first artist to use oil paints isn't known. However, historians have traced the use of oils back to 7th-century Afghanistan. There, Buddhist artists used oil paintings to produce religious artworks. One of the first artists to be famous for their use of oil paints was Jan van Eyck, a Flemish artist who was active from 1422 to 1441. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of oil paintings.
- 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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