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Abstract Bauhaus Style Building Oil Painting
Located in Rochester, NY
American abstract Bauhaus style high rise building. Oil on canvas, signed "E.M." dated 1958
Category

Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Bauhaus Moshe Raviv Moi Ver Abstract Oil Painting Lithuanian Israeli Modern
Located in Surfside, FL
since the 1930s. He gradually abandoned photography and graphic design, returning to oil painting and
Category

20th Century Bauhaus Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Composition 209 (Abstract Bauhaus painting)
By Werner Drewes
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
Werner Drewes (1899-1985). Composition 209, 1939. oil on canvas, 20 x 24 inches; 28 x 32 inches in
Category

Mid-20th Century Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Geometric Bauhaus Patterns Painting in Vivid Tones, Coloured Horizons, Canvas
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
geometric paintings by Natalia Roman draws its inspiration from the sleek grids and curves of Bauhaus
Category

2010s Analytic Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Seaside Journey, Bauhaus Geometric Landscape Painting on Paper, Red Balloons
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of abstract geometric paintings by Natalia Roman draws its inspiration from the sleek
Category

2010s Analytic Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil, Acrylic

Modernist Abstract Expressionist Watercolor Painting Bauhaus Weimar Pawel Kontny
By Pawel Kontny
Located in Surfside, FL
of the Art Academy of Rome. His extensive travel provided material for the paintings he did using his
Category

20th Century American Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Amber Gems Dunes, Bauhaus Arches Patterns Diptych Painting, Paper, Pastel Tones
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This abstract geometric acrylic painting is a vibrant and playful composition that draws
Category

2010s Analytic Cubist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil, Archival Paper

Color Bloom, Bauhaus Vertical Painting in Purple & Turquoise Arches Grid, Paper
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of abstract geometric paintings by Natalia Roman draws its inspiration from the sleek
Category

2010s Analytic Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil, Acrylic

Late Summer Sky, Bauhaus Painting, Arches and Curves, Warm Yellow Pastel, Paper
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of abstract geometric paintings by Natalia Roman draws its inspiration from the sleek
Category

2010s Analytic Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil, Acrylic

Waves and their Shadows, Bauhaus Geometric Patterns in Black, Primary Tones Hue
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This abstract geometric acrylic painting is a vibrant and playful composition that draws
Category

2010s Bauhaus Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Rag Paper

The Red Slide, Arches and Curves, Geometric Bauhaus Painting on Vivid Tones 2025
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of abstract geometric paintings by Natalia Roman draws its inspiration from the sleek
Category

2010s Analytic Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil, Acrylic

Lakeside Mirage, Abstract Geometric Bauhaus Landscape, Blue, Red, Tiles, Paper
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of abstract geometric paintings by Natalia Roman draws its inspiration from the sleek
Category

2010s Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Surrealist Oil on Canvas Original Painting of Furniture Leg
By René Magritte, (after) Georges Braque, André Breton, Marcel Duchamp, (after) Salvador Dali
Located in Round Top, TX
Unique, original oil on canvas painting with surrealist-treatment to room interior. We love the
Category

Late 20th Century American Bauhaus Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

'Lieselotte Friedländer', Bauhaus, Berlin National Gallery, Munich Sezession
By Georg Rössner
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
portrait of the fashion designer, Lieselotte Friedländer, shown seated in a chrome-steel Bauhaus chair with
Category

1920s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mauve by Afternoon, Abstract Geometric Bauhaus Patterns on Canvas, Vivid Tones
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
Medium: Acrylic and Oil Painting on Cotton Canvas Size: 100x70 cm (40 x 28 inches) Signature: Reverse
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Gold Coast Daydream, Colorful Glass Window, Bauhaus Grid Squares in Turquoise
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of abstract geometric paintings by Natalia Roman draws its inspiration from the sleek
Category

2010s Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Paper

Sky Through Valley, Bauhaus Landscape, Arches and Curves, Turquoise, Yellow Moon
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of abstract geometric paintings by Natalia Roman draws its inspiration from the sleek
Category

2010s Analytic Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil, Acrylic

Small Oil Painting, White Wood Frame, The City, Ray Bai, 1995
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Small oil painting, the city on it. Signed Ray Bai 1995. Hand painted in Denmark. In the set of
Category

1990s Danish Bauhaus Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Geometric Gems, Yellow, Purple, Pink Checker Pattern Squared Grid, Bauhaus Tiles
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
These series of paintings by Natalia Roman gather their inspiration from geometric, minimalist
Category

2010s Color-Field Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Archival Paper

Postcard from Palermo, Bauhaus Mosaic Triptych, Primary Tones Geometry on Paper
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
shapes, and paintings from the beginning of Modernism, with a special emphasis on Bauhaus forms and Art
Category

2010s Analytic Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil, Acrylic

Abstract Bauhaus Style Building Oil Painting
Located in Rochester, NY
American abstract Bauhaus style high rise building. Oil on canvas, signed "E.M." dated 1958
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Fabric, Canvas, Paint

Fruit Salad Patchwork, Circles and Squares, Geometric Grid, Yellow, Blue, Pink
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
These series of paintings by Natalia Roman gather their inspiration from geometric, minimalist
Category

2010s Bauhaus Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache

Cool Magenta Mountain Dusk, Abstract Geometric Landscape Duo, Pink Fractal Grid
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
These series of paintings by Natalia Roman gather their inspiration from geometric, minimalist
Category

2010s Bauhaus Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Oil Crayon, Paper

European Village in Winter Snow with Figures & Frozen Pond by German Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Seekatz. This is a large painting measuring almost 4 feet wide. Art measures 40 x 29.5 inches Frame
Category

1970s Bauhaus Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Strindberg Nocturnes I
By Robert Kelly
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Robert Kelly’s painted collages are anchored in a step-by-step process of formal puzzle composition and informed by decades of expert surface crafting. Having grown fond of the pared...
Category

2010s Bauhaus Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil

Postcard from Palermo, Bauhaus Mosaic Triptych, Primary Tones Geometry on Paper
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
shapes, and paintings from the beginning of Modernism, with a special emphasis on Bauhaus forms and Art
Category

2010s Op Art Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic, Paper

Untitled 11 (Fuck the Bauhaus)
By Tamara K. E.
Located in New York, NY
K.E. is a multi-disciplinary artist whose first profession lies in painting. Her abstract series
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mylar, Oil

Untitled 18 (Fuck the Bauhaus Indeed)
By Tamara K. E.
Located in New York, NY
K.E. is a multi-disciplinary artist whose first profession lies in painting. Her abstract series
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mylar, Oil

Untitled 1 (Fuck the Bauhaus Indeed)
By Tamara K. E.
Located in New York, NY
K.E. is a multi-disciplinary artist whose first profession lies in painting. Her abstract series
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mylar, Oil

Untitled 2 (Fuck the Bauhaus Indeed)
By Tamara K. E.
Located in New York, NY
K.E. is a multi-disciplinary artist whose first profession lies in painting. Her abstract series
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mylar, Oil

Untitled 16 (Fuck the Bauhaus Indeed)
By Tamara K. E.
Located in New York, NY
K.E. is a multi-disciplinary artist whose first profession lies in painting. Her abstract series
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mylar, Oil

Untitled 9 (Fuck the Bauhaus Indeed)
By Tamara K. E.
Located in New York, NY
K.E. is a multi-disciplinary artist whose first profession lies in painting. Her abstract series
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mylar, Oil

Untitled 10 (Fuck the Bauhaus Indeed)
By Tamara K. E.
Located in New York, NY
K.E. is a multi-disciplinary artist whose first profession lies in painting. Her abstract series
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mylar, Oil

Untitled 15 (Fuck the Bauhaus Indeed)
By Tamara K. E.
Located in New York, NY
K.E. is a multi-disciplinary artist whose first profession lies in painting. Her abstract series
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mylar, Oil

Untitled 13 (Fuck the Bauhaus Indeed)
By Tamara K. E.
Located in New York, NY
K.E. is a multi-disciplinary artist whose first profession lies in painting. Her abstract series
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mylar, Oil

Untitled 7 (Fuck the Bauhaus Indeed)
By Tamara K. E.
Located in New York, NY
K.E. is a multi-disciplinary artist whose first profession lies in painting. Her abstract series
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mylar, Oil

Untitled 8 (Fuck the Bauhaus Indeed)
By Tamara K. E.
Located in New York, NY
K.E. is a multi-disciplinary artist whose first profession lies in painting. Her abstract series
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mylar, Oil

Untitled 6 (Fuck the Bauhaus Indeed)
By Tamara K. E.
Located in New York, NY
K.E. is a multi-disciplinary artist whose first profession lies in painting. Her abstract series
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mylar, Oil

Untitled 12 (Fuck the Bauhaus Indeed)
By Tamara K. E.
Located in New York, NY
K.E. is a multi-disciplinary artist whose first profession lies in painting. Her abstract series
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mylar, Oil

Untitled 4 (Fuck the Bauhaus Indeed)
By Tamara K. E.
Located in New York, NY
K.E. is a multi-disciplinary artist whose first profession lies in painting. Her abstract series
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mylar, Oil

Untitled 3 (Fuck the Bauhaus Indeed)
By Tamara K. E.
Located in New York, NY
K.E. is a multi-disciplinary artist whose first profession lies in painting. Her abstract series
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mylar, Oil

Untitled 5 (Fuck the Bauhaus Indeed)
By Tamara K. E.
Located in New York, NY
K.E. is a multi-disciplinary artist whose first profession lies in painting. Her abstract series
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mylar, Oil

Untitled 17 (Fuck the Bauhaus Indeed)
By Tamara K. E.
Located in New York, NY
K.E. is a multi-disciplinary artist whose first profession lies in painting. Her abstract series
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mylar, Oil

Untitled 14 (Fuck the Bauhaus Indeed)
By Tamara K. E.
Located in New York, NY
K.E. is a multi-disciplinary artist whose first profession lies in painting. Her abstract series
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mylar, Oil

Sebald Haus
By Heath West
Located in Dallas, TX
Heath West Sebald Haus, 2018 Oil and acrylic on linen 30h x 25w in Arrange enough edges together
Category

2010s Bauhaus Interior Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil, Acrylic

Villa Calvino
By Heath West
Located in Dallas, TX
Heath West Villa Calvino, 2018 Oil and acrylic on linen 30h x 25w in Arrange enough edges
Category

2010s Bauhaus Interior Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil, Acrylic

Dahlia Haus
By Heath West
Located in Dallas, TX
Heath West Dahlia Haus, 2018 Oil and acrylic on linen 46 x 36w in Arrange enough edges together
Category

2010s Bauhaus Interior Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil, Acrylic

Untitled Modernist Still Life
By Rolph Scarlett
Located in East Hampton, NY
exponent of non-objective painting, Rolph Scarlett's career and artistic philosophy is closely linked with
Category

1920s Bauhaus Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Verklaete Nacht
By Mary Henry
Located in Glenview, IL
New Bauhaus-Chicago. Her oil and acrylic paintings influenced by geometric abstraction.
Category

1990s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Verklaete Nacht
H 24 in W 24 in D 2 in
Modernist Dusk, Bauhaus Painting in Mauve and Burnt Orange, Art Deco Geometry
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
These series of paintings by Natalia Roman gather their inspiration from geometric, minimalist
Category

2010s Bauhaus Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache

Bauhaus Landscape Painting of Chic Desert Dunes, Vivid Tones, Watercolor Paper
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of abstract geometric paintings by Natalia Roman draws its inspiration from the sleek
Category

2010s Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Wildflower Harvest, Bauhaus Mosaic Triptych Painting, Paper, Vivid Tones Pattern
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of abstract geometric paintings by Natalia Roman draws its inspiration from the sleek
Category

2010s Op Art Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil, Acrylic

Solar Eclipse Waves, Colorful Bauhaus Horizontal Painting Grid on Canvas, 2014
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
geometric paintings by Natalia Roman draws its inspiration from the sleek grids and curves of Bauhaus
Category

2010s Neo-Constructivist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Bauhaus Landscape Painting of Chic Desert Dunes, Vivid Tones, Watercolor Paper
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of abstract geometric paintings by Natalia Roman draws its inspiration from the sleek
Category

2010s Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Red Ruby Tiles, Geometric Bauhaus Patterns, Painting Diptych on Canvas, 2024
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
geometric paintings by Natalia Roman draws its inspiration from the sleek grids and curves of Bauhaus
Category

2010s Art Deco Abstract Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Three Windows View, Bauhaus Triptych Painting Mosaic in Primary Tones, Paper
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of abstract geometric paintings by Natalia Roman draws its inspiration from the sleek
Category

2010s Op Art Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil, Acrylic

Bauhaus Slide Park, Squared Canvas Painting Grid in Primary Tones, Yellow, Red
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
"Bauhaus Slide Park" is a painting by Spanish artist Natalia Roman. Inspired by nature and
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Linen, Oil Pastel, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor

Golden Hour, Bauhaus Vertical Painting in Yellow Tones, Green Arches Grid, Paper
By Natalia Roman
Located in Barcelona, ES
This series of abstract geometric paintings by Natalia Roman draws its inspiration from the sleek
Category

2010s Analytic Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil, Acrylic

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Bauhaus Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact bauhaus oil painting you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Find Abstract versions now, or shop for Abstract creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. Finding the perfect bauhaus 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 bauhaus 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 beige, gray, brown, orange and more. A bauhaus oil painting from Tamara K.E., Heath West, Alice Mizrachi, Calvin Anderson and Danny Brown — each of whom created distinctive versions of this kind of work — is worth considering. 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 paint, oil paint and mylar can add an especially memorable touch.

How Much is a Bauhaus Oil Painting?

The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a bauhaus oil painting in our inventory may begin at $280 and can go as high as $32,490, while the average can fetch as much as $2,000.
Questions About Bauhaus Oil Painting
  • 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 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 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, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.

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

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

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

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

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021
    Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
  • 1stDibs 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, 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 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 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.

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Ludwig Bemelmans Captures the Thrilling Sight of Coney Island at Night

The ‘Madeline’ creator and Carlyle Hotel legend was in a New York state of mind in the 1940s when he produced this exuberant and rare oil painting.