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Red, Pink and Aqua, Oil Painting
By Lisa Nielsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
>Red, Pink and AquaLisa NielsenOil painting on stretched linenFinished edgesReady to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

"The Quiet Spot 4", abstract, landscape, twilight, blue, aqua, oil painting
By Anita Loomis
Located in Boston, MA
“The Quiet Spot 4” is a 25 x 25 x 1.5 inch oil painting on linen canvas by Anita Loomis that offers
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"The Quiet Spot 3", abstract, landscape, twilight, blue, aqua, oil painting
By Anita Loomis
Located in Boston, MA
“The Quiet Spot 3” is a 25 x 25 x 1.5 inch oil painting on linen canvas by Anita Loomis that offers
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Aqua, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
, beach, azure. Large interior picture. Oil on a gallery canvas, signed and dated on the back
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Aqua Study, Wonder" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Rob Rey's (US based) "Aqua Study, Wonder" is an oil painting that depicts a woman's face partially
Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

"Aqua Study, Awe" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Rob Rey's (US based) "Aqua Study, Awe" is an oil painting that depicts a woman's face partially
Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Aqua Cushion, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Shawn Nelson Dahlstrom
Located in Yardley, PA
Back of model whi is sitting on an aqua cushion :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an
Category

Early 2000s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Aqua Symphony, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Irit Epstein
Located in Yardley, PA
Irit's paintings are a personal diary and a reflection of a continuing journey within herself
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"AQUA", landscape, figurative, conceptual, contemporary, red, oil painting
By Christof Mascher
Located in Cologne, DE
Student of Walter Dahn. Like his teacher, he is focusing on figurative paintings, but was also active in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Paper, Acrylic, Wood, Oil

Magenta and Aqua, colorful realistic oil painting
By Douglas Newton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Crumpled colored tissue paper and two bistro glasses. A study of color and texture. Painted from life, not a photo. Clean white sides.
Category

2010s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Aqua No. 1 (On Cork), Painting, Oil on Other
By Carla Sá Fernandes
Located in Yardley, PA
, Carla Sá Fernandes. This high quality iridescent oil painting is done on cork fabric (cork leather
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Aqua
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Slonem, Hunt Title: Aqua Date: 2023 Medium: Oil on Panel Unframed Dimensions: 10" x 8
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Aqua
H 17.5 in W 15.5 in
"Aquamarine" White Outline Bunny on Aqua Blue Oil Painting & Diamond Dust
By Hunt Slonem
Located in New York, NY
, Slonem's paintings encompass unique inspirations drawn from the world. While viewing this piece in person
Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel, Glass, Resin

Days of Delight - Abstract Versus Figurative Oil Painting with Aqua Blue Colors
By Parris Jaru
Located in New York, NY
Parris Jaru's Days of Delight is a 44 x 20 inches oil painting. The main color is aqua blue. The
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Pigment

"My Swan Lake Heart" Contemporary Green & Aqua Frost Oil Painting on White Frame
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
or someone you love, this stunning original oil painting brings style and grace to any small or
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil, Board

Ray (2020), figurative pink, purple, aqua & blue nude oil on wood panel painting
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Ray (2020), figurative pink, mauve, coral, purple, aqua, teal, mint green & blue nude portrait oil
Category

2010s Feminist Nude Paintings

Materials

Wood Panel, Oil

Aqua Village -Landscape Painting -Abstract Geometric Painting By Marc Zimmerman
By Marc Zimmerman
Located in Carmel, CA
memory designs imaginative works of art. Aqua Village -Landscape Paintings -Abstract Geometric Painting
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Lee" Black Outline Bunny on Aqua Mist Blue Oil Painting on Wood Panel Framed
By Hunt Slonem
Located in New York, NY
gestural figure of a black bunny on an Aqua Mist blue background with thick use of paint. It is housed in a
Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Aqua Dust
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Denver, CO
This is an original painting made with oil and acrylic with diamond dust on canvas, unframed
Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Serie Aqua
By Daniel Orson Ybarra
Located in Miami, FL
b.1957 in Montevideo, Uruguay, lives and work between Geneva, Switzerland and Barcelona, Spain "I was born in 1957 in Montevideo, Uruguay, which was a pleasant, welcoming place at th...
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Aqua Serenity - abstract representation of the human form - underwater painting
Located in London, Chelsea
. This original seascape figurative painting, rendered with oil on canvas, captures the essence of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Pool" Contemporary Colorful Red and Aqua Toned Abstract Geometric Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Contemporary colorful abstract painting by local Houston artist Peter Healy. Currently featured in
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Vortices (Minimalist Abstract Color Field Painting in Aqua, Deep Blue, & Black)
By Shawn Snow
Located in Hudson, NY
Horizontal minimalist abstract acrylic painting in color fields of aqua, deep blue and black. oil
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Alkyd

'Aqua' Mixed Media on Board Seascape Abstract Contemporary Original Painting
Located in Carmel, CA
Katheryn Holt paints memory. Her abstract paintings are infused with half-remembered landscapes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil, Board

Good Spot, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Sydney Hall
Located in Yardley, PA
Crisp crimsons and vibrant oranges alight with aqua polka dots that bring bold style to your space
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

ELYSIAN IV, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Michele Morata
Located in Yardley, PA
modern oil painting is on gallery wrapped linen with finished grey edges. It comes ready to hang
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Paintings

Materials

Oil

Common Grounds, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Kenneth Halvorsen
Located in Yardley, PA
connected and cannot exist alone.” A vibrant, aqua-centric piece that exemplifies motion with stability
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Expanse VIII, Oil Painting
By Mandy Main
Located in San Francisco, CA
, sky, clouds, field, panoramic, landscape, representational, modern , oil painting, green, blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mid Century Modern Painting Green Aqua on Canvas 40x60"
By Irena Orlov
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
combines new media - digital original hand painting, printed on canvas, then hand painted with acrylic, 3D
Category

2010s Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Varnish, Archival Ink, Acrylic

Rift Valley, Sonde 15 (aqua green textured organic painting copper atmospheric
By Melisa Taylor Metzger
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Rift Valley, Sonde 15" is a textural and elemental abstract painting on canvas. It explores the
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Acrylic Polymer, Found Objects, Oil

Rift Valley, Sonde 15 (aqua green textured painting organic copper atmospheric)
By Melisa Taylor Metzger
Located in Quebec, Quebec
"Rift Valley, Sonde 15" is a textural and elemental abstract painting on canvas. It explores the
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic Polymer, Found Objects, Oil, Acrylic

Irvine Regional Park, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Grace Diehl
Located in Yardley, PA
This is a painting I've done to depict the experience the serenity of nature at Irvine Regional
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Bright Side: Photorealist Figurative Painting of Young Man in Aqua Blue Pool
By Samantha French
Located in Hudson, NY
Square figurative photo-realist painting of an underwater view of a young man swimming in an aqua
Category

2010s Photorealist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Palm Springs 1269, Oil Painting
By Mandy Main
Located in San Francisco, CA
, representational, modern , oil painting, greenPalm Springs 1269Mandy MainOil painting on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Obvious Reasons - Abstract Versus Figurative Painting with Aqua Blue Colors
By Parris Jaru
Located in New York, NY
Parris Jaru's Obvious Reasons is a 24 x 20 inches oil painting. The main colors are yellow, blue
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Resin, Pigment

Second Thought - Abstract Versus Figurative Painting with Aqua Blue Colors
By Parris Jaru
Located in New York, NY
Parris Jaru's Second Thought is a 24 x 18 inches oil painting. The main colors are yellow, blue and
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Pigment, Resin

Large Scale Contemporary Aqua Culture
By Michael Pauker
Located in Soquel, CA
the City of Oakland Artist Fellowship in Painting. He has been a Bay Area resident since 1988. His
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Hunt Slonem "2 Butterfly" Aqua Blue
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Houston, TX
Hunt Slonem "2 Butterfly" Aqua Blue Two multicolored butterflies on aqua blue background Unframed
Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil

'Abstraction in Coral, Aqua and Gold', 1970's American School Abstract Oil
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
American School, unsigned and painted circa 1975. A vivid and upbeat oil abstract comprising
Category

1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Chalk, Pastel, Acrylic

Where The Wind Takes Me, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Bronle Crosby
Located in Yardley, PA
Three feathers, one white, one gray and red, one striped, floating on a pale aqua background with
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Morning Swimmer 5" Original Oil painting
By Jon Doran
Located in Denver, CO
"Morning Swimmer 5" by Cornish artist Jon Doran, crafted in 2023, is an evocative oil painting that
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Wood Panel, Oil

Genesis, Oil on canvas, abstract colorful painting
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
national and international art fairs including, AQUA Miami; SCOPE Basel and New York City; The Suite Art
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

The Desire To Let Everything In, Oil Canvas Painting, Abstract Geometric Pattern
By Katherine Mojzsis
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Oil on canvas, Abstract geometric pattern; minimalism; nonobjective art; golden yellow, light blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Large Impressionist Oil Painting of a Lady in Aquamarine
By Nathalie Poz
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Large Impressionist Oil Painting of a Lady in Aquamarine French School, Nathalie Poz, contemporary
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Hello Sunshine, Yellow, Indigo Blue, Pink, Aqua Abstract Patterns
By Gabe Brown
Located in Kent, CT
, pink and aqua on a luminous golden yellow background. Signed, dated and titled on verso. Exploring a
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil, Panel

Canary, Oil on canvas, yellow abstract colorful painting
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
national and international art fairs including, AQUA Miami; SCOPE Basel and New York City; The Suite Art
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Large-Scale Abstract Expressionism with Aqua, Teal, Grey, & White
By D.S. Silver
Located in Soquel, CA
Expressive and dynamic large-scale abstract expressionist painting by D.S. Silver (American, 20th
Category

1980s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

NOVA, Michele Mikesell's Oil on canvas, abstract colorful painting
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
national and international art fairs including, AQUA Miami; SCOPE Basel and New York City; The Suite Art
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Ice, Michele Mikesell's Oil on canvas, abstract colorful painting
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
national and international art fairs including, AQUA Miami; SCOPE Basel and New York City; The Suite Art
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Aqua Culture - Blue, Grey, & Brown Impasto Abstract on Wood
By Michael Pauker
Located in Soquel, CA
Mills College in Oakland and was awarded the City of Oakland Artist Fellowship in Painting. He has been
Category

Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil

'Environmental Tonglen Abstract Landscape, ' Peter Healy, Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This oil on canvas painting by Peter Healy intrigues the viewer with the variety of shapes, colors
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Lancaster Bridge Original Oil Painting
Located in Annville, PA
A very interesting and unusual Lancaster Bridge Original Oil Painting by artist J. Earle Pfoutz
Category

Mid-20th Century Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Paint

Citrus Blossom IV (2022), oil painting on canvas, floral, neo impressionist
By Anne-Louise Ewen
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Citrus Blossom IV (2022), oil painting on canvas, floral, neo impressionist, botanical, pastels
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Citrus Blossom II (2022), oil painting on canvas, floral, neo impressionist
By Anne-Louise Ewen
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Citrus Blossom II (2022), oil painting on canvas, floral, neo impressionist, botanical, pastels
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sage, Oil on canvas, abstract figurative painting, yellow and orange
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
national and international art fairs including, AQUA Miami; SCOPE Basel and New York City; The Suite Art
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Jupitar, Oil on canvas, abstract figurative painting, yellow and orange
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
national and international art fairs including, AQUA Miami; SCOPE Basel and New York City; The Suite Art
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Weightless, Timeless: Oil Painting of Two Women Swimming in Pool
By Samantha French
Located in Hudson, NY
Horizontal figurative photo-realist painting of women swimming in an aqua blue pool "Weightless
Category

2010s Photorealist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

'Maine Coast', Cape Cod Framed Modern Impressionist Marine Oil Painting
By Ronald Tinney
Located in Westport, CT
Cape Cod, seascape, summer, sail, boat, waves, water, ocean, white, aqua, blue, coastal, nautical
Category

2010s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Chicken Scratch, Michele Mikesell, Oil on wood, abstract figurative painting
By Michele Mikesell
Located in Dallas, TX
national and international art fairs including, AQUA Miami; SCOPE Basel and New York City; The Suite Art
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Green Telephone-original realism still life retro oil painting-Contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
, brought to life with meticulous detail and a contemporary sensibility. This original still life painting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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Aqua Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact aqua oil painting you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Find Abstract versions now, or shop for Abstract creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. Finding the perfect aqua oil painting may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a aqua oil painting to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — find a piece on 1stDibs that incorporates elements of blue, gray, brown, beige and more. Creating a aqua oil painting has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Carolyn Reynolds, Melisa Taylor Metzger, Samantha French, Hunt Slonem and Linda Holt are consistently popular. Artworks like these of any era or style can make for thoughtful decor in any space, but a selection from our variety of those made in oil paint, paint and fabric can add an especially memorable touch.

How Much is a Aqua Oil Painting?

The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a aqua oil painting in our inventory may begin at $425 and can go as high as $32,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,000.

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Painting is an art form that has spanned innumerable cultures, with artists using the medium to tell stories, explore and communicate ideas and express themselves. To bring abstract, landscape and still-life paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.

When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.

Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs. Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.

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Questions About Aqua Oil Painting
  • 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.
  • 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Cy Twombly did use oil paint, although his method was quite unique. He would run his fingers in the paint to create channels, and would then use oil paint in ‘globs’. House paint overtop would then merge the paints into a completed piece. Shop a selection of Cy Twombly’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
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    David Brooker Fine ArtFebruary 23, 2021
    That depends on the size of the piece, the condition of the painting, and to some degree the value. also where you live.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The value of an oil painting depends on the quality and artist. Work with an appraiser to determine the value. While some online resources can be helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not be the actual value of your item, since that will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. Browse a selection of expertly vetted authentic vintage oil paintings on 1stDibs.

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