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Bactrian Camel, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
/>Bactrian CamelGuigen ZhaOil painting on stretched canvasPainting wraps around edges
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

American Neo Expressionist Woman with Camels Abstract Modernist Oil Painting
By Robert Beauchamp
Located in Surfside, FL
Hand signed lower right, titled verso. Blue Woman with Seated Camels MIxed media oil painting on
Category

20th Century Neo-Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil

Camel - Oil on Cardboard by Lillo Bartoloni - 1974
Located in Roma, IT
Camel is an original oil painting on cardboard, realized in 1974 by the Italian artist Lillo
Category

1970s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Camel
By Melinda Hackett
Located in New Orleans, LA
Hackett’s paintings defy popular convention. They are not figurative, decorative, representative
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Archival Paper

Camel Swap
By Trevor Waugh
Located in Deddington, GB
Camel Swap Trevor Waugh Oil on stretched canvas Unframed Orientalism
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Watercolor

Camel Swap
H 12.01 in W 12.01 in D 0.79 in
BELLY Camel Arab Soldier orientalist naturalist french painting 19th
Located in PARIS, FR
Léon BELLY (Attributed to) Saint-Omer, 1827 - Paris, 1877 Oil on canvas mounted on panel 45 x 37 cm
Category

Mid-19th Century Naturalistic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique Oil on Canvas Painting Arabic Male & Camel in Desert Protecting Spouse
Located in Lisse, NL
19th century, one of a kind, oil painting in a more modern, golden colored wooden frame. We know
Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Paintings

Materials

Wood, Pine, Paint

Blue Camels - contemporary urban landscape colorful mixed media painting
By Ellie Hesse
Located in London, GB
Entirely self-taught, Ellie is mainly known for her vibrantly coloured townscapes, though in recent years, she has gone on to develop her art to include more figurative work, focusin...
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

“Resting the Camels”
By Elizabeth Paxton Oliver
Located in Southampton, NY
Beautifully detailed oil on heavy card stock painting of an orientalist scene with camels resting
Category

1930s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

Marrakech with a Camel
By Winston Churchill
Located in Palm Desert, CA
"Marrakech with a Camel" is an oil painting made by Winston Churchill in 1954. The artwork size is
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Camel, Zebra and Bottle
Located in Manchester, GB
Craig makes paintings and drawings that explore still life, figure and landscape subjects, seeking
Category

2010s Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Young man on his camel
Located in Genève, GE
Monogram work A.B. Work on cardboard Plaster moldings frame and gilded wood 44.5 x 39.5 x 5 cm
Category

Mid-20th Century Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Young man on his camel
Young man on his camel
H 12.21 in W 10.04 in D 0.12 in
ARABIAN SCENE - Vigneron landscape oil on canvas painting
By Francoise Vigneron
Located in Napoli, IT
Arabian scene - Francoise Vigneron Italia 2004 - Oil on canvas cm.70x50. Frame available on request
Category

Early 2000s Old Masters Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Sahara Camp" Original Oil Painting 36"x48"
Located in Boca Raton, FL
"Sahara Camp" is an original oil painting by Megan Eisenberg. This painting was made using high
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century Orientalist oil painting by Perrota
Located in London, GB
This fine and richly detailed oil painting has a broad, landscape perspective and depicts a Middle
Category

19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pastoral Landscape Palestine/Israel Camels and Shepherds
By Shlomo Itzkovitch
Located in Surfside, FL
studied painting in his hometown. In 1918-1925, he moved to Germany and was active in art circles there
Category

20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Contact Painting Twins Abstract Expressionist Diptych OIl Painting Rainer Gross
By Rainer Gross
Located in Surfside, FL
Rainer Gross (American, b. 1957) "Neal Twins" (in two parts)," 2000, Oil diptych painting on panel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil

19th C. Orientalist Painting Pastel Arab and Camel, desert landscape fauna Flora
Located in West Hollywood, CA
19th C. Orientalist Painting Pastel Arab and Camel, desert landscape fauna Flora . Beautiful and
Category

Antique 19th Century European Paintings

Materials

Wood, Giltwood, Paint, Paper

Orientalist Oil Painting of a Market Scene by Bernard
Located in London, GB
Orientalist oil painting of a market scene by Bernard Continental, Late 19th Century Panel
Category

Late 19th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Léon Adolphe Belly, Woodland View With Pond, Oil Painting
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This 19th-century oil painting by French artist Léon Adolphe Belly (1827-1877) depicts a woodland
Category

19th Century Barbizon School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Chakata Landscape, India - British Victorian art 1887 landscape oil painting
Located in London, GB
This superb Victorian landscape oil painting is by RA exhibited British artist Edward Joseph
Category

1880s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Orientalist oil painting of the Moroccan city of Fez
Located in London, GB
caravans of camels, bringing trade goods to and from the city. Lying below distant hills, Fez and its
Category

1860s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Camel's Hump, Vermont, 1877 by Laura Woodward (American, 1834-1926)
By Laura Woodward
Located in New York, NY
Painted by Hudson River School artist Laura Woodward (1834-1926), "Camel's Hump, Vermont" 1877 is
Category

19th Century Hudson River School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Charge 19th-century Realism Antique Oil Painting on Canvas, Signed
By Eugene Alexis Girardet
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Charge,” Girardet presents an army of Arab camel riders starting the battle. The painting is a masterful
Category

19th Century Academic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Orientalist Oil Painting Depicting the Trade of a Horse by Pilny
By Otto Pilny
Located in London, GB
Orientalist oil painting depicting the trade of a horse by Pilny Swiss, 1913 Canvas: Height 80cm
Category

Early 20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Original Oil Painting by Lawrence Lebduska
By Lawrence Lebduska
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Striking original oil of horses, zebra and camel running in the wind. Canvas size 24" 30". This
Category

20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Paint

Original Oil Painting by Lawrence Lebduska
Original Oil Painting by Lawrence Lebduska
H 26.5 in W 32.5 in D 1.75 in
Let Her Go - Thickly Painted Impasto Surface Oil Painting with Dream-Like Scene
By Victor Wang
Located in Chicago, IL
painting) Department of Oil Painting, Lu Xun Academy of Fine Arts, China, SELECTED SHOWS: Solo Shows
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil

Pair of Victorian Middle Eastern Scene Oil Paintings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Victorian oil painting of a Middle Eastern scene with figures and camels standing
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Paintings

19th Century North African river landscape oil painting of a man using a Shadoof
By David Bates b.1840
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
excellent condition. Condition: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in
Category

19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Marie Alexandre
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Marie Alexandre showcases the artist's talents in a
Category

Early 20th Century French Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

French Large Orientalist Painting, Signed "JH Naets", Oil on Canvas
Located in Montreal, Quebec
French Large Orientalist Painting, Signed "JH Naets", on the lower, right-hand corner. Oil on
Category

Antique 19th Century French Other Paintings

Materials

Wood, Giltwood, Canvas

Madonna Correggio Paint Oil on table 16th Century Old master Italian Religious
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
Allegri (Correggio, 1522 - Parma, 1593) Madonna and Child, Two Angels and John the Baptist Oil on wooden
Category

16th Century Old Masters Paintings

Materials

Oil

18th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Biblical Painting Moses Striking the Rock
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian school of the first half of the 18th century. Oil on canvas artwork of considerable size
Category

Antique 1720s Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Please Wait (plum Vespa)- American realism still life painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
"Please Wait (Plum Vespa)" by Joey Mánlapaz is an exquisite still life painting that captures the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

18th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Painting Madonna with child and Saint John
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian school of the mid-18th century. Painting depicting a splendid Madonna with Child and Saint
Category

Antique 1750s Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Early 20th Century English Framed Oil on Board Painting Signed J. Coulson 1927
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an office or study with this colorful antique painting. Created in England and set in the
Category

Early 20th Century English Paintings

Materials

Giltwood

Lead Wrangler, Oil on Linen, American Impressionistic Style, Western, Southwest
Located in Houston, TX
. Storytelling is his focus, creating exotic imagery from ceremonial camel races to paintings utilizing bright
Category

2010s American Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Large Orientalist Painting of an Egyptian Landscape by Löffler
Located in London, GB
, width 148cm Frame: Height 116cm, width 159.5cm, depth 8cm This superb oil painting is by the German
Category

19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Oil, Wood Panel

Pebble Beach 2, Original Painting, Coastal art, Beach, Seaside, Summer
Located in Deddington, GB
Lenny Cornforth [2023] Original painting Oil on canvas Sold Framed Framed size: H: 25.5 cm x W: 25.5 cm
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"The View Of Jerusalem" 19th-century Realism Orientalist Oil on Panel
By Anna Richards Brewster
Located in Jacksonville, FL
: Experience the captivating artistry of Anna Richards Brewster (1870-1952) through her magnificent oil
Category

Early 1900s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique Orientalist Oil on Board 'Desert Bedouin', by José Benito Ortega
By José Benito Ortega
Located in London, GB
painted, this vibrant oil on board depicts a dusty Orientalist scene. Four Bedouin ride camels alongside a
Category

Early 20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil, Board

Cornish Bathing, Bright Cornish Seascape Art, Original Figurative Painting
Located in Deddington, GB
the tranquil colours of a summer Cornish seascape. The use of oil paint allows the layers to convey a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil

Surfing Through Rainclouds, Lenny Cornforth, Original Coastal Seascape Painting
Located in Deddington, GB
Surfing Through Rainclouds [2021] original Oil on wood Image size: H:40.7 cm x W:30.5 cm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood

Silver Ocean, Arial Seascape Seaside Painting, Contemporary Beach House Art
Located in Deddington, GB
seascape. The use of oil paint allows the layers to convey a sense of movement and depth whilst the aerial
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

'Mary with Jesus and St. John the Baptist', 17th Century Milanese School Oil
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
A late 17th century, devotional oil showing the Virgin Mary with Jesus and St. John the Baptist
Category

Mid-17th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Pebble Beach 1, Cornwall, Original Painting, Coastal art, Beach, Seaside, Summer
Located in Deddington, GB
Lenny Cornforth [2023] Original painting Oil on canvas Sold Framed Framed size: H: 25.5 cm x W: 25.5 cm
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Pebble Beach 1 and 2, Original Painting, Coastal art, Beach, Seaside, Summer
Located in Deddington, GB
painting Oil on canvas Sold Framed Framed size: H: 25.5 cm x W: 25.5 cm x D: 5.5 cm (10.04 x 10.04 x 2.17
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Red Swimsuit, Arial Beach Art, Seascape Painting, Figurative Art, Coastal Art
Located in Deddington, GB
An original painting inspired by the North Coast of Cornwall. Lenny Cornforth original art
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Weekend Beach Day, Seascape Painting, Art of Cornwall, Beach House Art
Located in Deddington, GB
Weekend Beach Day by Lenny Cornforth [2022] original Oil paint on canvas Image size: H:102 cm x W
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Grey Waves by Lenny Cornforth, Seascape painting, Aerial view, Original art
Located in Deddington, GB
oil and acrylic each piece develops gradually, each layer establishing the shapes within the painting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Flemish 17th, Orpheus and Animals, Large Decorative Wall Old Master Painting
Located in Greven, DE
Flemish school, 17th century Orpheus and the animals Oil on canvas, 146,5 x 217 cm Provenance
Category

17th Century Baroque Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Dreaming Away - Highly Textured Dream-like Painting with Surreal Nautical Theme
By Victor Wang
Located in Chicago, IL
Design, University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign, IL 1979-1983 BFA (oil painting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil

Party Glasses, Oil, American Impressionistic Style, Traveling Painter, Chess
Located in Houston, TX
. Storytelling is his focus, creating exotic imagery from ceremonial camel races to paintings utilizing bright
Category

2010s American Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Still Life with Onions Oil on Panel American Impressionistic Style
Located in Houston, TX
camel races to paintings utilizing bright flashes of color such as "Rajasthani Women Waiting for a Bus
Category

2010s American Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Man with Camel and Donkey by Georges Manzana Pissarro - Work on paper
By Georges Henri Manzana Pissarro
Located in London, GB
*UK BUYERS WILL PAY AN ADDITIONAL 20% VAT ON TOP OF THE ABOVE PRICE Man with Camel and Donkey by
Category

20th Century Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Pastel, Pencil

Windbreak Beach, Beach Art, Seascape Painting, Coastal Figurative Artwork
Located in Deddington, GB
against the joyful colours of the windbreaks. Lenny Cornforth original art paintings for sale with
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Rebecca At The Well, Oil On Framed Canvas, 18th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Large framed oil on canvas representing Rebecca at the Well: among all the women who came to the
Category

Antique 18th Century European Baroque Paintings

Materials

Paint

George Thompson Pritchard " City Gates, Morocco" 1878-1962 Oil on Canvas
Located in Toledo, OH
This oil on canvas by George Thompson Pritchard is called "City Gates, Morocco" and features a
Category

Vintage 1920s Paintings

Materials

Canvas

18th Century, Willem Muys, Rebekka and Eliëzer at the Water Source, Oil on
Located in Leuven , BE
Rotterdam-born painter Willem Muys (1720-1763) specialized in wallpaper paintings. Little is known
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Departure of the Caravan
By Charles Théodore Frère
Located in New York, NY
the French public, and he received awards in 1848 and 1865 for his work. In this oil painting, Frere
Category

19th Century Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

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Camel Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact camel oil painting you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Find Impressionist versions now, or shop for Impressionist creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. You’re likely to find the perfect camel oil painting among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those made as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right camel oil painting for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, beige, gray and black. Creating a camel oil painting has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Robert Beauchamp, Charles Victor Eugène Lefebvre, Gaston de la Perriere, Elizabeth Paxton Oliver and Theodore Frère are consistently popular. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in oil paint, paint and canvas.

How Much is a Camel Oil Painting?

The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a camel oil painting in our inventory may begin at $220 and can go as high as $166,623, while the average can fetch as much as $3,000.
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  • 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 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 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 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
    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

    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.

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Patrick Hughes’s 3D Painting Takes Us on a Magical Journey through Pop Art History

The illusions — and allusions — never end in this mind-boggling portrayal of an all-star Pop art show on a beach.

Mid-Century Americans Didn’t Know Antonio Petruccelli’s Name, but They Sure Knew His Art

The New York artist created covers for the nation’s most illustrious magazines. Now, the originals are on display as fine art.

Learn Why There Have Been So Many Great Women Painters

Featuring iconic works by more than 300 female artists, a new book makes a more than compelling case for casting off the patriarchal handcuffs that have bound the art historical canon for far too long.