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Huge 1970's British Modernist Oil Painting Portrait of Nude Lady in Blue Colors
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Nude Model British School, signed & dated 1970 oil painting on board, framed framed: 58 x 37
Category

1970s Modern Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil

Fine British Horse Racing Oil Painting 'Steeple Chase' signed and dated 1970
By Eric Goddard
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Clearing the Fence by Eric Goddard, British 20th century signed and dated 1970 oil painting on
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

1970's French Impressionist Oil Etretat Cliffs Coastline with Fisherfolk Beach
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Etretat signed by Georges Bordonave (French contemporary) dated 1970 oil painting on canvas
Category

1970s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Giacomo Soffiantino 20th Century Oil on Board Italian Painting, 1970
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian painting dated 1970. Oil painting on board depicting study on the source of Giacomo
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Wood

Large 1970's French Still Life Oil Painting Green Bottles Interior Scene
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
interior scene. Medium: oil painting on canvas, unframed canvas: 19.75 x 25.5 inches Provenance
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

1970's Very Large French Modernist Abstract Oil Painting Moon Surface Figures
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
like surface Medium: oil painting on board, unframed. board: 30 x 33.5 inches Provenance: private
Category

20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Modernist Mosque, Vintage Abstracted 1970s Architectural Landscape
Located in Soquel, CA
abstracted architectural landscape of a mosque by Constance Cowper (American, 20th Century). This 1970 oil
Category

1970s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Cardboard

1970'S HUGE FRENCH EXPRESSIONIST SIGNED OIL - NUDE LADY STILL LIFE COMPOSITION
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
; beautiful range of colors. Medium: very thick impasto oil painting on canvas, unframed Size: canvas
Category

Mid-20th Century Expressionist Nude Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Companions, Oil Painting 1970
By Ramon Santiago
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Ramon Santiago, American (1943 - 2001) Title: Companions Year: 1970 Medium: Oil on Paper
Category

1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Orange & Green Flowers & Plants Interior Scene French Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
interior setting Medium: oil painting on canvas, unframed canvas: 24 x 20 inches Provenance: private
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pont Neuf Paris Misty River Seine Scene, French Expressionist Signed Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: French School, signed and dated 1970's Title: Pont Neuf, Paris Medium: signed oil
Category

20th Century Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Guitarista, Oil Painting by Juan Garcia Ripolles 1970
By Juan García Ripollés
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Juan Garcia Ripolles, Spanish (1932 - ) Title: Guitarista Year: 1970 Medium: Oil on Canvas
Category

1970s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Flowers and Figures - Vietnamese/French - 1970 - Impressionism - Oil Painting
By Lê Phổ
Located in London, GB
personnages, ca. 1970 Technique: Signed Oil on Canvas Size: 41 x 24 cm. / 16.1 x 9.4 in. Additional
Category

1970s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Surrealistic Oil Painting on Canvas, 1970
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage framed oil painting on canvas, 1970. Depicts a woman with pill, standing in a moonlit
Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Space Age Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Surrealistic Oil Painting on Canvas, 1970
Surrealistic Oil Painting on Canvas, 1970
H 34.65 in W 42.52 in D 1.19 in
Ivan Sorokin. 1970 Winter landscape. Russian art Oil Painting.
By Ivan Sorokin
Located in Berlin, DE
Ivan Sorokin. Honoured Artist of the RSFSR, People’s Artist of the USSR, Member of the USSR Academy of Arts, Winner of the I. E. Repin State prize.
Category

1970s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

Spanish Painting Oil on Canvas, Spain, 1970
Located in Madrid, ES
Spanish painting oil on canvas. Spain, 1970.
Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Paintings

Materials

Wood

Spanish Painting Oil on Canvas, Spain, 1970
Spanish Painting Oil on Canvas, Spain, 1970
H 29.14 in W 25.2 in D 1.58 in
The Artist III, Oil Painting, 1970 by Juan Garcia Ripolles
By Juan García Ripollés
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Juan Garcia Ripolles, Spanish (1932 - ) Title: The Artist III Year: 1970 Medium: Oil on
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1970s Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Woman in Yellow Holding Flowers, Oil Painting by Ripolles 1970
By Juan García Ripollés
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Juan Garcia Ripolles, Spanish (1932 - ) Title: Woman in Yellow Year: 1970 Medium: Oil on
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1970s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

1970’s French Surrealist Signed Oil Painting Spiralling Shapes & Patterns
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Tristan Fabris 1970's French Surrealist artist Abstract Surrealist Figurative study signed oil on
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1970s Surrealist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

1970’s French Surrealist Signed Oil Painting Abstract Robot Sculpture
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Tristan Fabris 1970's, French Surrealist artist Abstract Surrealist Figurative study oil on canvas
Category

1970s Surrealist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Richmond Bridge London Landscape - British 1970's art cityscape oil painting
Located in London, GB
This lovely city landscape oil painting is by noted British artist Dennis Gilbert. Painted in 1970
Category

1970s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Jean Kalisch "Lake Tahoe" Original Oil Painting c.1970
By Jean Kalisch
Located in San Francisco, CA
Jean Kalisch "Lake Tahoe" Original Oil Painting c.1970 Canvas dimensions 36" wide x 30" high
Category

Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vintage Italian City Scape Florence Italy Oil Painting 1970
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5024 Florence Italy city scape set in a carved wood frame Signed L.Kohn
Category

1970s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Karl Brücher Henriksen Large Oil Painting from 1970
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Large oil painting by Karl Brücher Henriksen from 1970.
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Jack Wilson "Harbor Bustle" Original Oil Painting c.1970
By Jack Wilson
Located in San Francisco, CA
Jack Wilson (1919-1988) Original Oil Painting Titled "Harbor Bustle" The scene is a harbor
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Desert Stallion, Landscape Impressionism, Oil Painting, Signed On Verso, 1970
Located in Naples, FL
Oil on illustration board. Signed, dated, inscribed on verso by artist. "There are two diverse
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

1970's French Abstract Modernist Signed Oil Figurative Portrait Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
French modernist artist, circa 1970's signed oil on canvas canvas: 19.5 x 23.5 inches provenance
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

1970’s French Surrealist Signed Oil Painting Green Abstract Composition
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Tristan Fabris 1970's, French Surrealist artist Abstract Surrealist Figurative study oil on canvas
Category

Late 20th Century Surrealist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

1970’s French Surrealist Signed Oil Painting Abstract Robotic Figure
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Tristan Fabris 1970's, French Surrealist artist Abstract Surrealist Figurative study oil on canvas
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1970s Surrealist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vintage Coastal Inlet With Sailboats Seascape Landscape Oil Painting 1970
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
decorative and pleasing piece. Coastal inlet oil on canvas set in a thin black wood frame
Category

1970s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Kay Kettle "Below Carmel Highlands" Original Oil Painting C.1970
Located in San Francisco, CA
Kay Kettle "Below Carmel Highlands" Original Oil Painting C.1970 Fine original oil painting of the
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Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

1970’s French Surrealist Signed Oil Painting - Pink Red Abstract Pierrot Figure
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Tristan Fabris 1970's French Surrealist artist Abstract Surrealist Figurative study oil on canvas
Category

1970s Surrealist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

River Landscape - British 1970's Post Impressionist art oil painting
By Laurence Henry Irving
Located in London, GB
This lovely British 1970's Post Impressionist landscape oil painting is by noted artist Laurence
Category

1970s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Jesse F. Santos "Harvesting Rice" Philippine Landscape Oil Painting c.1970
Located in San Francisco, CA
Jesse F. Santos "Harvesting Rice" Philippine Landscape Oil Painting c.1970 Original oil on canvas
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Harry McCormick "The Artist Studio" Original Oil Painting c.1970
By Harry McCormick
Located in San Francisco, CA
Harry McCormick (New York, b. 1942) "The Artist Studio" Original Oil Painting c.1970s Magnificent
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Masonite

BARBARA DOYLE 1970's MODERN BRITISH OIL PAINTING - Blue Abstract
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
was a member of the Arun Art Society. Title:' Veronese Abstraction No.1' Medium: oil painting on
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20th Century Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

BARBARA DOYLE (B.1917) 1970's MODERN BRITISH OIL PAINTING
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
in London. She was a member of the Arun Art Society. Title: 'Ferring' Medium: oil painting on
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

1970's French Abstract Signed Oil Painting on canvas
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
French School, circa 1970’s signed oil painting on canvas, unframed canvas size: 19.5 x 24 inches
Category

Late 20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Vintage "Adam and Eve" Original Oil Painting by Sam C.1970
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage "Adam and Eve" Original Oil Painting by Sam C.1970 Original oil painting on canvas board
Category

Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Pastel Pink 1970's Abstract, Colourful Oil Painting, Original
By Akos Biro
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Akos Biro (Hungarian 1911-2002) Pastel Pink 1970's Abstract, Colourful Oil Painting, Original Oil
Category

Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Gilbert Stone "Blackbirds Aren't Black" Original Oil Painting C.1970
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gilbert Stone "Blackbirds Aren't Black" Original Oil Painting C.1970 Original oil on masonite
Category

Mid-20th Century Animal Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Oil

Charles Gresham "Reading by the Window" Original Oil Painting c.1970
Located in San Francisco, CA
Charles Gresham "Reading by the Window" Original Oil Painting c.1970 Fine vintage oil painting by
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

1970 Oil - Hills Around Lorca
Located in Corsham, GB
An impasto oil in a modernist style showing a view from the surrounding hills of the town of Lorca
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of African Man Tanzania - Signed Oil Painting circa 1970's
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Woman, believed to be from Tanzania (according to previous owner). Medium: oil painting on board
Category

20th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of African Woman Tanzania - Signed Oil Painting circa 1970's
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Woman, believed to be from Tanzania (according to previous owner). Medium: oil painting on board
Category

20th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

20th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Signed Portrait Painting, 1970
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian painting from the second half of the 20th century. Framework oil on canvas depicting a
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

20th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Signed Portrait Painting, 1970
20th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Signed Portrait Painting, 1970
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H 53.15 in W 45.28 in D 2.37 in
20th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Painting Landscape Seascape, 1970
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian painting from the second half of the 20th century. Framework oil on canvas in antique style
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

1970 Abstract Oil Painting "the Patriot" Red White Blue Assemblage Art Lou Fink
By Lou Fink
Located in Surfside, FL
Lou Fink The Patriot Oil on canvas, 1970 (mixed media with iron lock) Provenance: Collection of The
Category

1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Metal

20th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Signed Abstract Painting, 1970
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian painting from the second half of the 20th century. Oil painting on canvas depicting
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

20th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Signed Abstract Painting, 1970
20th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Signed Abstract Painting, 1970
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H 33.86 in W 25.99 in D 1.97 in
1970’s French Large Surrealist Abstract Oil Painting Pink Green Blues
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Tristan Fabris 1973, French surrealist artist Abstract Surrealist composition oil on canvas
Category

1970s Surrealist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

American Interior Nude Oil Painting 1970's Bright Neon Colors Pink Green Blue
Located in Buffalo, NY
A unique American oil painting depicting two stylized interior views in neon colors.
Category

1970s Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

STUNNING 1970'S FRENCH EXPRESSIONIST SIGNED OIL - GIANT BUTTERFLY/ MOTH PAINTING
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Butterfly/ Moth Medium: oil painting, on board. Size: frame: 24.25 x 29.25 inches
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Mid-20th Century Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

1970 Landscape Waterfall Oil Painting on Canvas by Corch Obell
Located in Seattle, WA
1970 Landscape waterfall oil painting on canvas by Corch Obell. Dimensions. 25 W; 43 H.
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood

20th Century Oil on Board Italian Genre Scene Painting, 1970
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian painting from the second half of the 20th century. Oil painting on panel depicting a
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Paintings

Materials

Wood

20th Century Oil on Board Italian Genre Scene Painting, 1970
20th Century Oil on Board Italian Genre Scene Painting, 1970
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H 29.93 in W 25.6 in D 2.37 in
BARBARA DOYLE 1970's MODERN BRITISH OIL PAINTING - Green House Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
member of the Arun Art Society. Title: Medium: oil painting on board , unframed and inscribed verso
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

1970's Impressionist Oil Painting - Mount Abu Market busy figurative scene
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
member of the Arun Art Society. Title: Mount Abu Market Medium: oil painting on wooden panel, framed
Category

20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

1970's MODERN BRITISH OIL PAINTING - ENGLISH RURAL CHURCH Golden meadows
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
member of the Arun Art Society. Title: A Country Church, English rural landscape. Medium: oil painting
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20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

1970's French Cubist Abstract Oil Painting Red & Green Colors
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Cubist Composition French Cubist artist, circa 1970's oil on board, unframed board: 8 x 10 inches
Category

Late 20th Century Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

1970’s French Abstract Shapes Oil Painting in Pastel Shades of Color
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
French abstract artist, circa 1970’s oil painting on canvas, unframed canvas: 21 x 25.5 inches
Category

1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

1970's French Abstract Expressionist Signed & Dated Large Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
French Expressionist circa 1970's signed and dated oil on canvas canvas: 25.5 x 32 inches
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

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1970 Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of 1970 oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. A selection of these works in the Abstract, Impressionist and Contemporary styles can be found today in our inventory. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. 1970 oil paintings available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes brown, gray, black, blue and more. Many versions of these artworks are appealing in their rich colors and composition, but Valton Tyler, George De Goya, Maurice Green, Sergey Belikov and Charles Levier produced especially popular works that are worth a look. 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 1970 Oil Paintings?

Prices for pieces in our collection of 1970 oil paintings start at $50 and top out at $1,495,000 with the average selling for $2,211.
Questions About 1970 Oil Paintings
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021
    Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.

    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.

    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 18, 2021
    The 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, 2024
    The 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, 2023
    To 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.