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19th Century Oil Painting Two Girls Playing
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th Century Oil Painting Two Girls Playing Original oil on canvas housed in a custom made oak
Category

Late 19th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Albert Johnson. Early 20th century oil painting.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Albert Johnson. Early 20th century oil painting by Swedish artist who moved to Jamestown New York
Category

Late 19th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Warm and Inviting Mid-Century Oil Painting on Board
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Warm and inviting Mid-Century oil painting on board with a peaceful approach to what must have been
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Huge 18th Century Oil Painting Classical Landscape Ancient Castle with Figures
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Classical Landscape English School, 18th century oil painting on canvas, unframed canvas
Category

18th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

English mid century oil painting Portrait of Miniature Black Poodle
Located in Woodbury, CT
English mid century oil painting Portrait of a Miniature Poodle Kate Gray was a British animal
Category

1960s Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

19th century oil painting
Located in London, GB
An exceptionally vibrant original oil painting of chrysanthemums, estimated late 1800s. The
Category

Late 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

English mid century oil painting Portrait of cute Corgi dog
Located in Woodbury, CT
English mid century oil painting Portrait of a cute Corgi. Paintings of this breed are very rare
Category

1960s Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Vintage 20th Century Oil Painting of a River Landscape with Silver Birch Trees
Located in Preston, GB
Vintage 20th Century Oil Painting of a River Landscape with Silver Birch Trees Art measures 10 x
Category

20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Early 20th Century Oil Painting "Fishing" by E. Smette c.1917
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 20th Century Oil Painting "Fishing" by E. Smette c.1917 Antique oil painting of a group of
Category

Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Nude Lady Sunbathing on Beach British Modernist 20th Century Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
On the Beach by Helen Greenfield (British 20th century) oil painting on thin board, unframed
Category

20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique 19th century Oil Painting on board, Spanish Dancing Woman, Signed
Located in Framingham, MA
Up for sale is an original approximately 19th century oil painting on wood, depicting a dancing
Category

Late 19th Century Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

English mid century oil painting Portrait of Golden Retriever puppy or dog
Located in Woodbury, CT
Wonderful English mid century oil painting Portrait of Golden Retriever puppy or dog. Kate Gray
Category

1960s Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

French street scene mid-20th century oil painting by Angela Stones
By Angela Stones
Located in London, GB
Stones (1914 - 1995) French Street Scene Oil on board 56 x 41 cm A delightful mid-century oil painting
Category

20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

River Landscape – Mid 20th Century Oil Painting. Signed Ivor Davies, Dated 1961.
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
Decorative Mid 20th Century Oil Painting River Landscape Signed Ivor Davies. Dated 1961. Oil on
Category

Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

English mid century oil painting Portrait of a Wire Haired Jack Russell terrier
Located in Woodbury, CT
English mid century oil painting Portrait of a Wire Haired Jack Russell terrier. Kate Gray was a
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1960s Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

The Dance, 20th Century Oil Painting
By Francis Plummer
Located in London, GB
Oil on board Image size: 30 ¼ x 23 ½ inches Gilt frame Plummer specialised in the medium of egg
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Mid-20th Century English School Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

FLIGHT American Futurism Modernism Scene WPA Mid-Century Oil Painting Realism
By Daniel Ralph Celentano
Located in New York, NY
FLIGHT American Futurism Modernism Scene WPA Mid-Century Oil Painting Realism Daniel Celentano
Category

1940s American Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Italian 18th Century Oil Painting Portrait of a Merchant
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
A Venetian Gentleman 18th Century Venetian School oil painting on board, framed framed: 7.25 x 6
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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of a Melancholic Gentleman, 17th century Oil Painting
Located in London, GB
Oil on canvas Image size: 25 x 29 1/4 inches (63.5 x 72.25 cm) This is a striking 17th century
Category

17th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

20th Century Oil painting, a View of Chinese Junks at sea.
By Ken Moroney
Located in Woodbury, CT
20th Century Oil painting of an Impressionist scene of Chinese Junks at sea. Moroney was born on
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1990s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Wood Panel, Oil

The Art Model, 20th Century Oil Painting, Nude
Located in London, GB
Oil on canvas Image size: 24 x 20 inches (61 x 51 cm) Original silver frame With her back turned
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Canvas, Oil

SW8- 21st Century, Oil painting, Geometric Abstraction
Located in Barcelona, Catalonia
on the basic components of painting – form, texture, and colour. *"SW8 is available as an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The String Puppet, 20th Century Oil Painting
By Alice Headley Neave
Located in London, GB
Oil on canvas, signed bottom left Image size: 30 x 25 inches (76.25 x 63.5 cm) Alice Headley Neave
Category

20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Heinrich Kunsch, Raumkolonne, Mid-Century Oil Painting
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This mid-century oil on canvas by German artist Heinrich Kunsch (b. 1903) depicts several figures
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Sisters, American Impressionist Mid Century Oil Painting
By Donald Roy Purdy
Located in Surfside, FL
preparations of painting surfaces through a method he keeps secret. Purdy first began painting in an abstract
Category

Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

20th Century Oil painting of an Impressionist River Landscape of Cahors, France
By Ken Moroney
Located in Woodbury, CT
20th Century Oil painting of an Impressionist River Landscape of Cahors, France Moroney was born
Category

1990s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Wood Panel, Oil

Untitled - XXI century, Oil painting, Figurative, Landscape
By Magdalena Spasowicz
Located in Warsaw, PL
MAGDALENA SPASOWICZ Studied painting under prof. Jan Cybis and graphic arts with prof. Tadeusz
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Other Art Style Landscape Paintings

Materials

Cardboard, Oil

Little Girls and Their New Friends Genre Scene 19th century Oil Painting on Wood
Located in Stockholm, SE
evoke the most positive emotions... Work by an unknown professional artist of the 19th century, oil
Category

Late 19th Century Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Pastoral Country Landscape Travelers on a Forest Road 19th century Oil Painting
Located in Stockholm, SE
Brass plate leads to Russian artist Pavel Pavlovich Dzhogin (1834 - 1885). This 19th century oil
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Late 19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil, Wood Panel

19th Century Oil Painting of a Market Scene by H. C. Bryant
By Henry Charles Bryant
Located in London, GB
19th century oil painting of a market scene by H. C. Bryant English, 1877 Canvas: Height 51cm
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Late 19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sunrise in North Wales - Large 19th Century Oil Painting Exhibition Landscape
By Edwin H. Boddington
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘Morning in North Wales’ by Edwin Henry Boddington (1836-1905). This large fine 19th century oil
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1860s Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large Polish Israeli Landscape Mid Century Oil Painting
Located in Surfside, FL
Genre: Modern Subject: Cityscape Medium: Oil Surface: Canvas Country: Israel Dimensions: 36 1/4" x
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20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th Century oil painting of The Dogana, Venice
By Alfred Pollentine
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
which is in excellent condition. Condition: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work
Category

19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

The Campfire, 19th Century Oil Painting, English, Signed
Located in London, GB
Oil on board, signed verso Image size: 10 x 15 inches ( 25.5 x 38 cm) Original frame Born in
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Early 20th Century English School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Cubic Geometric Monochromatic Mid Century Oil Painting 1980
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
4077 Modern Cubic geometric monochromatic oil on canvas set in a vintage wood frame signed D.Wins
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1980s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Distraction, Late 19th Century Oil Painting, Orientalist
Located in London, GB
Walter Charles Horsley 1855 – 1921 The Distraction Oil on canvas, signed lower left Image size: 25
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Late 19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

French School Honfleur Mid 20th Century Oil Painting
By Frank Myers Boggs
Located in Holywell, GB
small artist’s colony during the late 19th and 20th centuries. Boggs concentrated on painting marine
Category

Mid-20th Century French School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Winter view - XXI century, Oil painting, Figurative, Landscape
By Magdalena Spasowicz
Located in Warsaw, PL
MAGDALENA SPASOWICZ Studied painting under prof. Jan Cybis and graphic arts with prof. Tadeusz
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Other Art Style Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

19th Century Oil Painting Portrait of a Muse
Located in London, GB
John Opie RA (1761-1807, English) c. 1802 Oil on canvas Canvas dimensions 36 x 32 inches Framed
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Early 19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of a Gentleman, 18th Century Oil Painting
By Anton von Maron
Located in London, GB
Oil on canvas Image size: 20 x 24 inches (51 x 61 cm) Period gilt frame This is a half-length
Category

1760s Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rabbi In Prayer, Early 20th Century Oil Painting
By S. Sieberger
Located in Surfside, FL
Samuel Seiberger, (Seeberger) was a known artist and post-card designer who lived in Paris and was active circa 1900-1940. He was arrested for being a Jew when the Germans occupied P...
Category

Early 20th Century Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of Mrs Faber, 18th Century Oil Painting
By Thomas Hudson
Located in London, GB
THOMAS HUDSON 1701 – 1779 Portrait of Mrs Faber Oil on canvas Image size: 29 x 24 ½ inches
Category

18th Century and Earlier Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

20th century oil painting entitled The Unknown Corner
Located in London, GB
century with Mary Queen of Scots, it acted as the principal motif of the series. Whilst implying a
Category

Early 20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique Flemish 18th Century Oil Painting Swans Frightened by Dog in Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Swans Startled by Dog Flemish Old Master, 18th century oil on bevelled wood panel, framed framed
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18th Century Old Masters Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Standby V - XXI Century, Oil painting, Contemporary Figurative
By Kamila Gruszecka
Located in Warsaw, PL
Painting of the Academy of Fine Arts in Cracow. She received her diploma in 2014. She was shortlisted in
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Composition XVIII - XXI Century, Oil painting, Contemporary, AbstractIon
By Marta Gębalska
Located in Warsaw, PL
MARTA GEBALSKA She finished painting studies at the Wladyslaw Strzeminski Academy of Fine Arts in
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2010s Other Art Style Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

17th Century Oil Painting of a Dog at Play
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Absolutely charming, original, circa 1650, Italian, oil on canvas painting of a puppy at play with
Category

Mid-17th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Pomegranates and Sunflowers, British 20th Century oil painting
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
reverse) Oil on canvas 21 x 45 in. (53.3 x 114.3 cm.) A lovely wide still-life of open pomegranates and
Category

20th Century Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Signed, 19th Century Oil Painting of Jack Russell Terriers
By Walter Biddlecombe
Located in Newport Beach, CA
"Shared Rest" - an absolutely charming, fabulously painted, oil-on-canvas painting of three, Jack
Category

1890s Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Early 19th Century Oil Painting of Perseus and Andromeda
Located in Rochester, NY
Antique miniature oil painting of Perseus and Andromeda on papier mache. Extraordinary detail
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Early 19th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Papier Mâché

American Soccer Game, Dramatic 20th century Oil Painting, signed 1980's period
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
players Medium: oil on canvas, framed Framed: 24 x 37 inches Canvas : 23.75 x 36.5 inches Provenance
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

‘Petrarch’s First Sight of Laura’ Early 19th Century Oil Painting by O'Neil
Located in London, GB
‘Petrarch’s First Sight of Laura’ early 19th century oil painting by Henry Nelson O’Neil British, c
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Early 19th Century Renaissance Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"Women in garden" 19th Century Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Jacksonville, FL
social nuances of the time. As for "Women in Garden," an oil painting on canvas, Califano showcases his
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19th Century Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Georgina Lara 19th century oil painting landscape farm scene
By Georgina Lara
Located in York, GB
fine landscape oil painting of a farmyard scene by Georgina Lara (act.1840-1880) British. Oil on
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19th Century English School Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

In Between Two- 21st Century, Oil painting, Geometric Abstraction
Located in Barcelona, Catalonia
on the basic components of painting – form, texture, and colour. *"In Between Two" is available as
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

SW5 - Blur & Grid - 21st Century, Oil painting, Geometric Abstraction
Located in Barcelona, Catalonia
on the basic components of painting – form, texture, and colour. *"SW5-Blur&Grid" is available as
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mirrored II & III - 21st Century, Oil painting, Geometric Abstraction
Located in Barcelona, Catalonia
on the basic components of painting – form, texture, and colour. *"Mirrored II & III" is a diptych
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Loch Lomond Scotland Fishing Boats 19th Century Oil Painting
By Harry Armstrong Whittle
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Very fine original oil painting by Henry Armstrong Whittle (1834-1904), signed to the lower right
Category

19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Geometric-Kaleidoscopic 2 - 21st Century, Oil painting, Geometric Abstraction
Located in Barcelona, Catalonia
on the basic components of painting – form, texture, and colour. "Geometric-Kaleidoscopic 2" is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Geometric-Kaleidoscopic 1 - 21st Century, Oil painting, Geometric Abstraction
Located in Barcelona, Catalonia
on the basic components of painting – form, texture, and colour. "Geometric-Kaleidoscopic 1" is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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Century Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact century oil painting you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. You can easily find an example made in the Contemporary style, while we also have 7508 Contemporary versions to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a century 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 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right century oil painting is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes brown, gray, black and blue. A century oil painting from Michael Budden, Hunt Slonem, Montse Valdés, Petra Rös-Nickel and Willard Dixon — 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 fabric can add an especially memorable touch. A large century oil painting can be an attractive addition to some spaces, while smaller examples are available — approximately spanning 0.04 high and 0.04 wide — and may be better suited to a more modest living area.

How Much is a Century Oil Painting?

The price for a century oil painting in our collection starts at $42 and tops out at $8,381,285 with the average selling for $3,114.

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Painting is an art form that has spanned innumerable cultures, with artists using the medium to tell stories, explore and communicate ideas and express themselves. To bring abstract, landscape and still-life paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.

When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.

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. Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.

No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel. Download the 1stDibs app, which includes a handy “View on Wall” feature that allows you to see how a particular artwork will look on a particular wall, and read about how to arrange wall art. And if you’re searching for the perfect palette for your interior design project, what better place to turn than to the art world’s masters of color?

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Questions About Century Oil Painting
  • 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.
  • 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 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

    Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.

  • 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.

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    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.
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