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Austrian Oil Painting by Anton Brioschi Depicting a Hamlet Along a Stream
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Austrian unframed oil on canvas painting by Anton Brioschi (30 November 1855, Vienna - 31 August
Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Austrian Oil Painting by Anton Brioschi Depicting a Farm Scene with Two Maidens
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Austrian unframed oil on canvas painting by Anton Brioschi (30 November 1855, Vienna - 31 August
Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Mid Century Austrian Viennese Woodland River Landscape Oil Painting by Jacobs
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid 20th Century Realist Austrian oil painting, signed lower right Jacobs. The painting features a
Category

Mid-20th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

18th-Century Austrian School, Portrait Of Joseph Thaddäus Glaser Von Glasersberg
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This late 18th-century Austrian oil painting depicts a young Joseph Thaddäus Glaser Von Glasersberg
Category

Late 18th Century Folk Art Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Austrian Mountains, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
Located in Yardley, PA
Painted Plein air in 2020 on my first painting trip to Austria. This was the fantastic view I had
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Modern Green Oil Fibreboard Painting, Austria, 1993
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern green oil on fibreboard painting executed in Austria 1993. This modern interpretation from
Category

1990s Austrian Modern Paintings

Materials

Natural Fiber

Modern Red Abstract Oil Canvas Painting, Austria, 2000
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern red oil on canvas painting, which was created in Austria, 2000. The oil painting shows some
Category

Early 2000s Austrian Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Self Portrait. Original Oil Painting Austrian 19th Century
Located in London, GB
Joseph Weidner Austrian 1801 - 1870 Self Portrait Oil on canvas, signed lower left Image size: 23
Category

1860s Vienna Secession Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Austrian Judaica Portrait of Hasidic Rabbi Oil Painting
By M Wysocki
Located in Surfside, FL
Realistic portrait of an older rabbi by Polish Austrian artist M. Wysocki. Here the artist conveys
Category

20th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Painting oil on canvas with grazing cows, Austria 1880.
Located in Milan, IT
An Oil on canvas painting depicting a group of cows grazing wildly in a rural landscape. Giltwood
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Large Vintage Landscape Painting, Austrian, Framed Art, Oil, Alpine, Schmidbauer
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large vintage landscape painting. An Austrian, gilt framed oil on canvas of the low
Category

Late 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Austrian Old Master Baroque Oil Canvas Painting Architecture Allegory Cherubs
Located in Portland, OR
An important & large oil on canvas Baroque painting by the Bohemian Old Master artist, Franz Xaver
Category

1750s Baroque Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait oil painting of an Austrian Gentleman with a Pipe
By Erwin Eichinger
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
Erwin Eichinger Austrian, (1892-1950) The Pipe Oil on board, signed Image size: 10 inches x 7.5
Category

20th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Mid-Century Modern Oil Painting by Hilde Goldschmidt, 1960s, Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage oil painting by Hilde Goldschmidt 1960s. Oil on fibreboard Hilde
Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Natural Fiber

Vintage Landscape Painting, Austrian, Framed Oil On Canvas, Art, Alpine Scene
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage landscape painting. An Austrian, gilt framed oil on canvas, dating to the late
Category

Late 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Antique Austrian Large Landscape Oil Painting Sunset Over the Mountains 1940's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5151 Antique Austrian large scale landscape oil painting signed, framed Image size 35.5x23.5"
Category

1940s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Austrian Oil Landscape Painting “Evening Walk ” by August Schaeffer ca. 1874
By August Schaeffer von Wienwald
Located in Shippensburg, PA
AUGUST SCHAEFFER VON WIENWALD Austria, 1833-1916 Walking in the Forest at Evening (1874) Oil on
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Antique 19th Century Austrian Barbizon School Paintings

Materials

Paint

Pre World War II Austrian Judaica Oil Painting Hasidic Rabbi Portrait
By Rudolf Klinsbogl Klingsberg
Located in Surfside, FL
Rudolf KLINGSBÖGL Austrian Viennese painter and teacher. Chassidic rebbe with Shtreimel. Klingsbogl
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Early 20th Century Academic Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Austrian Magic Realist Oil Painting Vibrant Village Landscape Scene Franz Coufal
Located in Surfside, FL
Framed 24.5 x 28.5 image 19.5 x 23 inches. Franz Anton Coufal (Austrian, 1927 - 1999) Painter and
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20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

FRANZ MARTINEK - Oil Painting on Panel - Signed - Austria - Early 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
FRANZ MARTINEK (Austrian 1922-2008) - Vintage Impressionist style landscape oil painting on panel
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Romantic Paintings

Materials

Paint

Rabbi in Jerusalem, Oil Painting Austrian Israeli Modernist Tel Aviv Museum
By Arieh Allweil
Located in Surfside, FL
-25 Art Academy, Vienna, Austria 1921-25 Dresden Academy, Germany Teaching Herzliyah Gymnasium High
Category

20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Ploughman - Austrian Realist Painting
By Josef Hallberg
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
Dimensions: Framed 14” x 12”, Unframed 9” x 7” Description An oil painting of an Austrian landscape. Shire
Category

1940s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

Portrait of an Elegant Lady - Austrian Symbolism 19th century art oil painting
By Eduard Veith
Located in London, GB
This stunning large portrait oil painting is by noted Austrian portrait painter Eduard Veith
Category

19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century Romantic Austrian Female Portrait Oil Painting Signed H Rodeck
Located in New York, NY
, the pseudonym for the Austrian artist, Karl Kaufman (1843-c1902), mounted in original giltwood frame
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Romantic Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Late 19th Century Austrian Interior Painting, The Dining Room. Oil on Board.
Located in Cotignac, FR
Late 19th century genre painting, oil on card view of an interior by Marie Magyar-Mannheimer. The
Category

Late 19th Century Academic Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

19th Century Oil on Canvas Antique Austrian Painting Lady Portrait, circa 1870
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Antique 19th century Austrian painting. Oil on canvas artwork depicting a female portrait, a young
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Original beautiful 1930's OIL PAINTING portrait of a lady SIGNED - Austrian
Located in Cirencester, GB
ARTIST: Hugo Von Ritter Bouvard (1879-1959) Austrian TITLE: “Portrait Of A Lady In A Silk Dress
Category

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Impressionist Painting of a Landscape in Austria, Oil on Canvas Around, 1930
Located in Berlin, DE
This Impressionist painting, shows a landscape with a lake in Austria. On the lake are boats and in
Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Pair, Oil on Canvas Paintings of Calvary Soldiers Encampment, Austria circa 1750
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair, Original oil on canvas paintings with calvary soldiers near encampment. Unsigned, brass
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Austrian Paintings

Materials

Brass

J. Brunner 1869 Oil on Canvas Austrian Landscape with Lake and Mountain Painting
Located in Firenze, IT
throughout is signed by Joseph Brunner (Vienna 1826-1893) and was painted in 1869. This oil painting bucolic
Category

19th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Wood

Early 20th Century Oil - The Austrian Mountaineer
Located in Corsham, GB
feathered hat, traversing the lowlands of the mountainous region of the Austrian Alps. The flashes of bright
Category

Early 20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique Austrian Portrait Oil Painting of Boy and Dog Signed, "A. Stoff 1878."
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Portrait Painting of Boy and Dog Signed "A. Stoff 1878," Alois Stoff, 19th Century (1846- c
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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Paintings

Materials

Paint, Canvas, Wood

High Mountain Landscape with Alpine Lake near Kufstein, circa 1950s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
imperial mountains (Kaisergebirge) near Kufstein in Austria. Oil painting on canvas with pastell colors
Category

Mid-20th Century German Biedermeier Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Max Pistorius (1894-1960) Large Austrian Mountains Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Nottingham, GB
Max Pistorius (1894-1960) Large Austrian Mountains Landscape Oil Painting on canvas. Large painting
Category

20th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Miniature 19th Century Austrian Pastoral Oil on Wood
Located in Soquel, CA
Original Miniature 19th Century Austrian Pastoral Figurative Oil Painting on Wood Painted in the
Category

1870s Romantic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Oil, Board

J. Brunner 1869 Oil on Canvas Austrian Landscape with Lake and Mountain Painting
By Joseph Brunner
Located in Firenze, IT
throughout is signed by Joseph Brunner (Vienna 1826-1893) and was painted in 1869. This oil painting bucolic
Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Barbizon School Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Impressionist Mid 20th Century Oil - Winter Light, Austria
Located in Corsham, GB
European School, oil on canvas. Illegibly signed to the lower left and dated 1943. Well presented
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil on Board Austrian Landscape by Othmar Wagner
Located in Houston, TX
"Oil on Board Austrian Landscape" by Othmar Wagner depicts a scenic view from Muhlviertel to Linz
Category

20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Masonite

Large Signed Oil Painting of Franco-Austrian Napoleonic Wars 19th Century
Located in Nottingham, GB
Signed Oil Painting of Franco-Austrian Napoleonic Wars 19th Century Dimensions: 85 x 72cm, framed
Category

Antique 19th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Emanuel Oberhauser (Austrian, 1854 - 1919) Full Length "Orientalist Queen" Oil
By Emanuel Oberhauser
Located in New York, NY
Emanuel Oberhauser (Austrian, 1854 - 1919) An Exceptional quality full length oil on canvas
Category

19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Swiss Landscape, original oil on canvas, c1870, Austrian realist painter
Located in Naples, Florida
This beautiful oil on canvas painting of a Swiss Landscape is circa 1870 and is by the artist
Category

1870s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Gorgeous Pair of Antique Austrian Paintings by L Burger
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Pair of beautifully rendered antique Austrian figural rural landscapes, oil on board, signed L
Category

Antique 1880s Austrian Paintings

Materials

Wood

Joseph Rummelspacher (1891-1979) - Early 20th Century Oil, Zillertal, Austria
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming view of a valley in Zillertal, Austria. Captured in an impressionist style. Signed in
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Kaisergebirge" Austrian Alps Painting at Twilight by Alois Arnegger
By Alois Arnegger
Located in Wiscasset, ME
Luminous mountain scene featuring the alps region of Austria Kaisergebirge. This painting is an
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Victorian Paintings

Materials

Paint

THOMASSIN Attributed Austrian landscapes romantic pair painting Brazil 19th
By Desiré Thomassin
Located in PARIS, FR
/ Brazil”. If the style of the painting corresponds to the work of the Austrian painter Désiré Thomassin
Category

Mid-19th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Horse Drover, 19th Century Austrian School, Oil on Canvas
Located in Cotignac, FR
A mid 19th Century oil on canvas of horses and their drover. The painting is signed MM, dated 1849
Category

Mid-19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Carl Schleicher (Austrian, 1825-1903), "The Pawn Broker" Oil On Board
Located in Atlanta, GA
This captivating oil on board by Carl Schleicher, a noted 19th-century Austrian artist, exemplifies
Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Paintings

Materials

Giltwood, Paint

Sitting at Table with Tea circa 1940s-1950s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Oil on canvas Figurative painting Sitting at table with tea circa 1940s – 1950s 26 x 31.5 framed
Category

Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Hans Zatzka, Austrian - Oil on Board Titled "Springtime" Maidens Picking Flowers
By Hans Zatzka
Located in LA, CA
Hans Zatzka (Austrian, 1859-1945) a superb quality oil on board titled "Springtime" depicting two
Category

Late 19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Female Oil Portrait Delicate Austria Romantic 1800s Vintage Woman Realism Signed
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Art: 30" x 24" Frame: 36.50" x 30.50" Oil on canvas signed and dated lower right.
Category

1880s Romantic Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Hans Zatzka, Austrian Oil on Canvas Titled "Spring Love" Maiden with Cherubs
By Hans Zatzka
Located in LA, CA
Hans Zatzka (Austrian, 1859-1945) a superb quality oil on canvas titled "Spring Love" depicting a
Category

19th Century Romantic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique Dog Painting; Cavalier King Charles Gustav Lorincz (Austrian, 1855-1931)
Located in SANTA FE, NM
Antique Dog Painting of a Cavalier King Charles Gustav Lorincz (Austrian, 1855-1931) Oil on panel
Category

Early 1900s Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Parish Church of St. Bartholomew, Painting, Oil on Other
Located in Yardley, PA
plein air. Oil on HDF :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece comes with an official certificate of
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

A Very Fine Austrian Oil on Canvas "Young Ladies Collecting Spring Flowers"
By Hans Zatzka
Located in LA, CA
Hans Zatzka (Austrian, 1859-1945) a very fine and charming oil on canvas ""Young Ladies Collecting
Category

Late 19th Century Academic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

A Fine Austrian/Russian Oil on Board "Charging Cossack Warriors on Horseback"
Located in LA, CA
Adolf Constantin Baumgartner Stoiloff (Austrian/Russian, 1850-1924) a fine oil on board "Charging
Category

Late 19th Century Baroque Figurative Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Austrian genre painting of children in a classroom by Rudolf Geyling
By Rudolf Geyling
Located in London, GB
Austrian genre painting of children in a classroom by Rudolf Geyling Austrian, late 19th Century
Category

Late 19th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Hans Zatzka, Austrian Oil on Board Titled "Springtime" Maidens Picking Flowers
By Hans Zatzka
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Zatzka (Austrian, 1859-1945) a superb quality oil on board titled "Springtime" depicting two
Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Rococo Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Wood

Austrian Landscape and Carved Wood Frame Oil on Linen 1905 Goetheanum Designer
Located in Soquel, CA
Austria Landscape and wood Carved Frame Oil on Linen 1905 Historically significant wood work and
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Early 1900s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Wood, Oil

Cario Wostry Painting Oil on Canvas
Located in Dallas, TX
Cario Wostry (Austrian, 1865-1943), Indian on Horseback, oil on canvas affixed to board, signed
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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Paintings

Materials

Paint

Cario Wostry Painting Oil on Canvas
Cario Wostry Painting Oil on Canvas
H 31 in W 27 in D 1.75 in
Karl Viktor Mayr, Austrian Oil on Canvas "An Exotic Nude Girl"
By Karl Viktor Mayr
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Karl Viktor Mayr (Austrian, 1882-1974) a very fine Austrian oil on canvas "An Exotic Nude Girl
Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Folk Art Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood

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Austrian Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Austrian oil painting for your home. Frequently made of fabric, canvas and wood, every Austrian oil painting was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for an Austrian oil painting, we have 88 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the Austrian oil painting you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An Austrian oil painting, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made Austrian oil painting has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Karl Kaufmann, Emil Fiala and Rudolf Ernst are consistently popular.

How Much is an Austrian Oil Painting?

An Austrian oil painting can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,000, while the lowest priced sells for $475 and the highest can go for as much as $145,000.
Questions About Austrian Oil Painting
  • 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 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 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
    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 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
    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 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 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 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, 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.

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