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Two Kisses, colorful super realistic candy oil painting
By Douglas Newton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
inspired to paint them by the complex reflections in the wrappers. Part of a series of paintings of candy
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
One to Three, colorful super real candy oil painting
By Douglas Newton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One of a series of paintings of candy, or actually of the wrappers. The cellophane provides
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
$2,800 Sale Price
38% Off
Three More Kisses, bright candy oil painting yellow 3D like photo realist
By Douglas Newton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
wrappings. Mr. Newton says, "My paintings of candy are inspired by the colors of the wrappings, not by the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
"Candy Stash" Oil Painting
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A stunning original oil painting in the style of Contemporary Realism. Translucent candies
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage Modern Abstract C. Dengler Dark Figures Oil Painting on Canvas
By Candy Dengler
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a vintage modern abstract oil painting on canvas, signed by Candy Dengler. Scenery
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
$316 Sale Price
20% Off
Marshmallows and Candy Canes, Oil Painting
By Nicole Lamothe
Located in San Francisco, CA
life, vase, still life, flora, representational, oil painting, whiteMarshmallows and Candy
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract C. Dengler Vintage Oil Painting of Woman
By Candy Dengler
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a vintage modern abstract oil painting of a woman on canvas, signed by Candy Dengler
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
$396 Sale Price
20% Off
Backlit Candies, colorful super realistic oil painting of wrapped candy
By Douglas Newton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The artist was inspired by backlighting some cellophane wrapped hard candy. He states, "The
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Les sucres d'orge (The candy canes), Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Candy-canes in a blue vase on a yellow background Several layers of paint Hanging hardware is
Category
2010s Photorealist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Cotton Candy by Allison Chambers, Oil on paper Floral Painting
By Allison Chambers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Allison Chambers — Cotton Candy
Oil on Paper, 10 x 10 inches
Contemporary impressionist Allison
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
Violet Candy (Abstract painting)
By Tommaso Fattovich
Located in London, GB
Violet Candy (Abstract painting)
Oil and Acrylic on Canvas — Unframed.
This artwork will be
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Violet Candy (Abstract painting)
By Tommaso Fattovich
Located in London, GB
Violet Candy (Abstract painting)
Oil and Acrylic on Canvas — Unframed.
This artwork will be
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Candy Cone (Abstract painting)
By Anya Spielman
Located in London, GB
Candy Cone (Abstract painting)
Oil on Paper - Unframed
Spielman uses oil paint on canvas, paper
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
Candy Cone (Abstract painting)
By Anya Spielman
Located in London, GB
Candy Cone (Abstract painting)
Oil on Paper - Unframed
Spielman uses oil paint on canvas, paper
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Paper
Israeli Oil Painting Modernist Impressionist Candy Man Toy Chest
By Moshe Chauski
Located in Surfside, FL
Moshe Chauski (b. 1935)
Born in Lithuania, Chauski studied at the Vilna Art Academy.
Post-graduate studies, Warsaw He received the first prize for young artists in 1953.
He immi...
Category
20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Cotton Candy Forest, Abstract Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
By Vahe Yeremyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan
Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind
Medium: Oil on
Category
2010s Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$6,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Abstract C. Dengler Vintage Oil
By Candy Dengler
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a vintage modern abstract oil painting, signed by Candy Dengler. The wooden frame shows
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Licorice Allsorts Candy Sweets Pocket Painting, original painting, contemporary
By Dani Humberstone
Located in Deddington, GB
Pocket Licorice Allsorts is an original oil painting by Dani Humberstone as part of her Pocket
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Triad, colorful super realistic still life oil of candy
By Douglas Newton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Part of series of paintings of candy. Blue, magenta and yellow cellophane wrapped hard candies lit
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
"My Cotton Candy Heart" Purple & Pink Pop Oil Painting with White Floater Frame
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
yourself or someone you love, this stunning original oil painting brings style and grace to any small or
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Dimitri Likissas - Candy Modulations #6, Painting 2022
Located in Stamford, CT
Series: Abstract
Oil Enamel Paint on Canvas
I consider each colored dot to be like a person. You
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Dimitri Likissas - Candy Modulations #4, Painting 2022
Located in Stamford, CT
Series: Abstract
Oil Enamel Paint on Canvas
I consider each colored dot to be like a person. You
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Dimitri Likissas - Candy Modulations #2, Painting 2022
Located in Stamford, CT
Series: Abstract
Oil Enamel Paint on Canvas
I consider each colored dot to be like a person. You
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Dimitri Likissas - Candy Modulations #3, Painting 2022
Located in Stamford, CT
Series: Abstract
Oil Enamel Paint on Canvas
I consider each colored dot to be like a person. You
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Dimitri Likissas - Candy Modulations #5, Painting 2022
Located in Stamford, CT
Series: Abstract
Oil Enamel Paint on Canvas
I consider each colored dot to be like a person. You
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Candy Crush
Located in New Orleans, LA
abstract sculptural oil painting. Built through layers of pigment and texture, her paintings balance
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Candy
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,554
Orange Splash Lolli - Bird and Candy Painting
By JJ Galloway
Located in Los Angeles, CA
JJ Galloway is an internationally collected artist known for her whimsical paintings and sculptures
Category
2010s Pop Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"My Candy Heart" Colorful Pop Art Oil Painting on Wood with White Floater Frame
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
yourself or someone you love, this stunning original oil painting brings style and grace to any small or
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board, Mixed Media
"Candy’s" – Oil on Wood Panel, Contemporary Realist Street Scene
By Brad Davis
Located in Denver, CO
Brad Davis's "Candy’s" is an oil on wood panel painting measuring 20 x 20 inches, with an overall
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"My Candy Heart" Oil and Mixed Media with Gold Pop Painting on Canvas Framed
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
original oil painting brings style and grace to any small or medium-sized space. Create an installation to
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Mixed Media
"Paris Le Soir" Oil Canvas Painting By Paul-Marcel Candies Balmiere
Located in Dallas, TX
This "Paris Le Soir" oil canvas painting by Paul-Marcel Candies Balmiere captures the beauty of the
Category
Vintage 1930s Paintings
Materials
Cane
Horse Candy
By Alyson Kinkade
Located in Loveland, CO
Horse Candy by Alyson Kinkade
50x44" oil on linen, gallery wrapped, includes black frame - adds 1/4
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Oil
$3,360 Sale Price
20% Off
Hard Candy
By Philippe Huart
Located in Malmo, SE
imagery, he creates a universe populated with gleaming capsules, tired flowers, and tangy candy treats
Category
2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Candy Oak, " Oil on Wood signed by Robert Richter
By Robert Richter
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Candy Oak" is an original oil painting on wood by Robert Richter. The artist signed the piece in
Category
2010s Outsider Art Landscape Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
Original James Tormey Photo Realist Oil Painting Still Life Candy Bowl Pop Art
Located in Surfside, FL
.
Oil Painting on Canvas.
Hand signed lower right.
Measures approx. - 32" high x 37" wide, total with
Category
20th Century Photorealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Candy Girl
By Jackie Gordon
Located in New York, NY
Innocence of childhood. Portrait.
About the Artist:
My art is a visual recording of the powerful imagines that occur regularly in life, distilling them down and preserving the ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Candy Crush
By Jesus Navarro
Located in Atlanta, GA
This painting is in excellent condition and has only been shown in a gallery setting.
Jesús
Category
2010s Photorealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$8,500
Rock Candy Mountain (unique, signed Abstract Expressionist painting) framed 70s
By Ben Wilson
Located in New York, NY
Ben Wilson
Rock Candy Mountain, ca. 1970
Oil on masonite board (Hand Signed, titled and dated)
Hand
Category
1970s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil, Permanent Marker
Candy Eyes issue #8 - Contemporary, Female, Figurative, Oil on Canvas, Portrait
By Mihai Florea
Located in Baden-Baden, DE
Candy Eyes issue #8, 2010
Oil on canvas (Signed front upper left corner)
13 4/5 H × 10 1/5 W in
35
Category
2010s Photorealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Candy's Clark (TV Digest)
By Mark Kostabi
Located in Long Island City, NY
this oil painting, Kostabi shows a person tripping over a lamp and a set of traffic cones. The figure’s
Category
1980s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
BIG ROCK CANDY MOUNTAIN
By Adam Straus
Located in New York, NY
ADAM STRAUS
BIG ROCK CANDY MOUNTAIN, 2018
oil on newspaper and shopping lists transferred and
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Archival Paper, Newsprint
Price Upon Request
Horse Candy no.2
By Alyson Kinkade
Located in Loveland, CO
Horse Candy no.2 by Alyson Kinkade
24x20" oil on linen
Abstraction of the great plains and farms
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Oil
Horse Candy no.3
By Alyson Kinkade
Located in Loveland, CO
Horse Candy no.3 by Alyson Kinkade
30x24" oil on linen (images of frame coming soon)
Abstraction
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Oil
Candy Eyes issue #5 - 21st Century, Figurative Painting, Woman, Portrait, Blonde
By Mihai Florea
Located in Baden-Baden, DE
Candy Eyes issue #5, 2010
Oil on canvas (Signed front upper left corner)
13 4/5 H × 10 1/5 W in
35
Category
2010s Photorealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Penny Candy, The Saturday Evening Post Cover
By Stevan Dohanos
Located in Fort Washington, PA
many masterworks Dohanos created, Penny Candy, the cover of the September 23, 1944 Saturday Evening
Category
1940s Paintings
Materials
Oil, Tempera
Pink Tubes : Cotton Candy and Ephemeral Lolita Spectrum
By Saori Nakamishi
Located in PARIS, FR
2009, Unique Artwork
Oil on Canvas
70 9/10 × 51 1/5 - 180 × 130 cm
The artwork is signed by the
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Fauvist Still Life : the Candy Shop - Original Oil on Canvas, SIGNED
By Albert Zavaro
Located in Paris, IDF
Albert ZAVARO (1925-)
Fauvist Still Life with Fruits and Flowers, 1967
Oil on canvas
Signed lower
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Six Hard Candies, happy bright colors, red, yellow, candy
By Douglas Newton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
super realist Oil paint on canvas, colorful hyper realistic food images
Category
Early 2000s Pop Art Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Big Rock Candy Mountain 60" x 40" Enchanted Rock in Central Texas oil acrylic
By Ellen Hart
Located in Houston, TX
BIG ROCK CANDY MOUNTAIN
Artist's Statement: Big Rock Candy Mountain, a painting 60” X 40”, painted
Category
2010s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Candy Jar, Oil on Canvas, American Artist, Realism, Tchotskes AKA Quirky Objects
By MAUREEN O'CONNER
Located in Houston, TX
O’Connor, who took a liking to oil painting during her late teenage years.
O’Connor’s family moved to
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Philosopher Classifies Candy Corn (Large)
By Guy Lyman
Located in New Orleans, LA
painting, the surfaces were very complex (paint, tar, oil pastel, collage, etc.). The orange shape on the
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Charcoal, House Paint, Acrylic, Oil Pastel, Tar, Handmade Paper
"My Eye Candy II" Abstract Mixed Media Oil Paint Wood Geometric Modern Colorful
By Jean Feinberg
Located in Wellesley, MA
My Eye Candy II, 2016, Oil on Found Wood 3 x 89 x 2 Inches. This painting is currently on view
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media
Georgian Contemporary Art by Lana Devidze - Mint Candy
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Lana Devidze is a Georgian artist born in 1992 who lives and works in Tbilisi
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Canadian Contemporary Art by Christian Frederiksen - Candy Hills
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvasboard
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Almond Kisses, bright color, whimsical, photorealist candy
By Douglas Newton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oil paint on canvas
Doug Newton’s hyper-real oil paintings observe reality, explore translucency
Category
2010s Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Russian Contemporary Art by Yuriy Demiyanov - Tangerines and Candy
By Yuriy Demiyanov
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Yuriy Demiyanov is a Russian artist born in 1964 who lives and works in Zadonsk
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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Surely you’ll find the exact candy oil painting you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. In our selection of items, you can find Abstract examples as well as a Contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for a candy oil painting may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right candy oil painting is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes brown, gray, black and gold. There have been many interesting candy oil painting examples over the years, but those made by Douglas Newton, Drew Simpson, Cindy Shaoul, Anya Spielman and Alyson Kinkade are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Artworks like these — often created in paint, oil paint and canvas — can elevate any room of your home.
How Much is a Candy Oil Painting?
The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a candy oil painting in our inventory may begin at $300 and can go as high as $112,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,900.
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Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs.
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- What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An 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, 2024To 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, 2024To 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.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil 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, 2024Jan 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, 2024A 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, 2024The 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, 2024Yes, 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, 2022To 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, 2023Because 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, 2021Any 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.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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, 2022To 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, 2024Yes, 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. - Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You 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, 2024To 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, 2022The 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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