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Contemporary Canadian Oil Painting By Liane Abrieu
Contemporary Canadian Oil Painting By Liane Abrieu

Contemporary Canadian Oil Painting By Liane Abrieu

Located in Long Island City, NY

Oil on canvas painting by Liane Abrieu, born 1947, a Canadian Surrealist artist. The artwork

Category

20th Century Canadian Paintings

Materials

Paint

Cityscape Oil Painting, Mid-Century Modern, Signed, Canadian, 1950s
Cityscape Oil Painting, Mid-Century Modern, Signed, Canadian, 1950s

Cityscape Oil Painting, Mid-Century Modern, Signed, Canadian, 1950s

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Jean Nerfin Oil on Canvas Canadian, born 1922 Landscape in the Mid-Century Modern Paris School

Category

Vintage 1950s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Roselin Hammond, Canadian Impressionist Oil Painting, Early 20th Century
Roselin Hammond, Canadian Impressionist Oil Painting, Early 20th Century

Roselin Hammond, Canadian Impressionist Oil Painting, Early 20th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

ROSELIN HAMMOND A.O.C.A. - Canadian Impressionist landscape oil painting on panel - signed lower

Category

Early 20th Century Canadian Paintings

Materials

Paint

Vintage Impressionist Oil Painting - Unsigned - Framed - Canada - Mid 20th C.
Vintage Impressionist Oil Painting - Unsigned - Framed - Canada - Mid 20th C.

Vintage Impressionist Oil Painting - Unsigned - Framed - Canada - Mid 20th C.

Located in Chatham, ON

Vintage Impressionist style oil painting on canvas - unsigned - untitled - framed - Canada - mid

Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Pat McNaughton, 'Blue Rhapsody', Oil Painting on Panel, Canada, circa 1980
Pat McNaughton, 'Blue Rhapsody', Oil Painting on Panel, Canada, circa 1980

Pat McNaughton, 'Blue Rhapsody', Oil Painting on Panel, Canada, circa 1980

Located in Chatham, ON

PAT MCNAUGHTON - 'Blue Rhapsody' - Vintage oil painting on Masonite panel - artists' label and

Category

Late 20th Century Canadian Romantic Paintings

Materials

Softwood, Masonite, Paint

Canadian School Winter Landscape Oil Painting, Unsigned, Framed, Early 20th C
Canadian School Winter Landscape Oil Painting, Unsigned, Framed, Early 20th C

Canadian School Winter Landscape Oil Painting, Unsigned, Framed, Early 20th C

Located in Chatham, ON

Antique Canadian school 'winter landscape with stream' oil painting on artist's board/panel

Category

Early 20th Century Canadian Romantic Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Softwood, Paint

Oil Painting Canadian Mountain Scene Alice Blair Thomas
Oil Painting Canadian Mountain Scene Alice Blair Thomas

Oil Painting Canadian Mountain Scene Alice Blair Thomas

Located in Toledo, OH

Large oil painting on canvas of a Canadian snow covered mountain scene by Alice Blair Thomas, 1913

Category

Vintage 1910s North American Art Nouveau Paintings

Materials

Canvas

S. Smith Rowe, 'Drummer', Cubist Oil Painting, Unframed, Canada, circa 1978
S. Smith Rowe, 'Drummer', Cubist Oil Painting, Unframed, Canada, circa 1978

S. Smith Rowe, 'Drummer', Cubist Oil Painting, Unframed, Canada, circa 1978

Located in Chatham, ON

S. SMITH ROWE - 'Drummer' - Vintage Cubist style oil painting on paper - unframed - vintage bevel

Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint, Paper

Douglas Elliott, 'Near Markham, Ont.', Framed Oil Painting, Canada, C.1977
Douglas Elliott, 'Near Markham, Ont.', Framed Oil Painting, Canada, C.1977

Douglas Elliott, 'Near Markham, Ont.', Framed Oil Painting, Canada, C.1977

Located in Chatham, ON

winter landscape oil painting on Masonite panel - original walnut finish wood frame, cream linen liner

Category

Late 20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Linen, Softwood, Masonite, Paint

Frank Leonard Brooks Attributed Canadian Antique Oil Painting on Canvas Board
Frank Leonard Brooks Attributed Canadian Antique Oil Painting on Canvas Board

Frank Leonard Brooks Attributed Canadian Antique Oil Painting on Canvas Board

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This framed antique painting is being attributed to the well known Canadian artist Frank Leonard

Category

Early 20th Century Canadian Art Deco Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Walnut, Paint

Derrill a. Rausch, Framed Coastal Oil Painting, Canada, Late 20th Century
Derrill a. Rausch, Framed Coastal Oil Painting, Canada, Late 20th Century

Derrill a. Rausch, Framed Coastal Oil Painting, Canada, Late 20th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

DERRILL ALLAN RAUSCH (1938-2007) - Untitled - British Columbia coastal landscape oil painting on

Category

Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Lila C. Knowles - 'the Sea' - Framed Oil Painting - Canada - circa 1943
Lila C. Knowles - 'the Sea' - Framed Oil Painting - Canada - circa 1943

Lila C. Knowles - 'the Sea' - Framed Oil Painting - Canada - circa 1943

Located in Chatham, ON

vintage Swedish frame (likely original to the painting) with a walnut and gold gilded finish - Canada

Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Softwood, Paint

D. Nelson, Expressionist Oil Painting on Panel, Signed, Canada, circa 1950's
D. Nelson, Expressionist Oil Painting on Panel, Signed, Canada, circa 1950's

D. Nelson, Expressionist Oil Painting on Panel, Signed, Canada, circa 1950's

Located in Chatham, ON

D. NELSON - 'Untitled' - mid-century Expressionist landscape oil painting on canvas board - signed

Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

W. Arnold Wilson, Canadian School Landscape Oil Painting, Framed, Mid-20th C
W. Arnold Wilson, Canadian School Landscape Oil Painting, Framed, Mid-20th C

W. Arnold Wilson, Canadian School Landscape Oil Painting, Framed, Mid-20th C

Located in Chatham, ON

WINNIFRED ARNOLD WILSON - Vintage Canadian school Impressionist oil painting on paper board panel

Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint

C. D. INSLEY - 'Late Afternoon Snow' - Framed Oil Painting - Canada - Circa 1960
C. D. INSLEY - 'Late Afternoon Snow' - Framed Oil Painting - Canada - Circa 1960

C. D. INSLEY - 'Late Afternoon Snow' - Framed Oil Painting - Canada - Circa 1960

Located in Chatham, ON

Impressionist winter landscape oil painting on prepared hardboard - the painting featuring a heavy impasto

Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Softwood, Paint

Othmar - 20th Century Oil, Lake Dalrymple, Canada
Othmar - 20th Century Oil, Lake Dalrymple, Canada

Othmar - 20th Century Oil, Lake Dalrymple, Canada

Located in Corsham, GB

An impressionistic painting of Lake Dalrymple in Ontario, Canada, bathed in the glow of the setting

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil on Canvas of a Canadian Winter Landscape
Oil on Canvas of a Canadian Winter Landscape

Oil on Canvas of a Canadian Winter Landscape

Located in Cheshire, GB

Oil on canvas signed B H Stone. Depicting a Canadian winter landscape encased in a carved frame

Category

Early 20th Century Canadian Paintings

Materials

Paint

N.V. Taylor - 1983 Oil, Canadian Memory
N.V. Taylor - 1983 Oil, Canadian Memory

N.V. Taylor - 1983 Oil, Canadian Memory

Located in Corsham, GB

Signed and dated to the lower right-hand corner. There is a label on the reverse inscribed with the artist's name, medium and title. On board.

Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Heli Lilles, Mid-Century Oil Painting on Panel, Unframed, Canada, C. 1960's
Heli Lilles, Mid-Century Oil Painting on Panel, Unframed, Canada, C. 1960's

Heli Lilles, Mid-Century Oil Painting on Panel, Unframed, Canada, C. 1960's

Located in Chatham, ON

HELI LILLES (1939-1995) - Mid-Century Modernist original oil painting on card/panel - extraordinary

Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint, Paper

Canadian winter

Canadian winter

Located in Edinburgh, GB

The picture was painted on a sunny, frosty day. With light and gentle strokes, a picturesque work of plein air art is created. Such works are pleasant to look at. There is a feeling ...

Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

LOUIS DOBRY - 'The Palette' - Oil on Panel - Unframed - Canada - Circa 1960's
LOUIS DOBRY - 'The Palette' - Oil on Panel - Unframed - Canada - Circa 1960's

LOUIS DOBRY - 'The Palette' - Oil on Panel - Unframed - Canada - Circa 1960's

Located in Chatham, ON

LOUIS DOBRY - 'The Palette' - Expressionist oil painting on panel - heavy impasto in areas with

Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

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Canadian Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of canadian oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. Today, if you’re looking for Photorealist editions of these works and are unable to find the perfect match for your home, our selection also includes abstract. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add canadian oil paintings that pop against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of gray, brown, black, blue and more. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Scott Pattinson, Petra Rös-Nickel, Ekaterina Ermilkina, Larry Horowitz and Elizabeth Lennie are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paint, oil paint and fabric.

How Much are Canadian Oil Paintings?

Canadian oil paintings can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $3,517, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $885,000.
Questions About Canadian Oil Paintings
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

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

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

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

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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.
  • 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 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, 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 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
    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 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.