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Autumn Glow at Art Institute of Chicago, Oil Painting
By Yangzi Xu
Located in San Francisco, CA
Glow at Art Institute of ChicagoYangzi XuOil painting on stretched canvasFinished
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Cobb Hall, Chicago, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Leon Sarantos
Located in Yardley, PA
Cobb Hall at the University of Chicago was designed by architect Henry Ives Cobb, and is the oldest
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Chicago Rain" (2023) - Original Oil Painting, Impressionist Cityscape
By Jacob Dhein
Located in Denver, CO
Jacob Dhein's "Chicago Rain" a 2023 original oil on panel, stands at 17.7 x 23.6 inches. This piece
Category
2010s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
H 17.7 in W 23.6 in D 0.25 in
Large Chicago Impressionist Oil Painting Fishing Boats Choppy Seas Harbour
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Harbour
Medium & Size:
oil painting
framed: 24.25 x 30.25 inches
painting: 24 x 30 inches
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Coal Yard, South Branch Chicago River - Original Oil Painting, Dramatic Sky
By Art Chartow
Located in Chicago, IL
Landscapes: 89 Painters’ Perspectives by Kathy Kipp. North Light Books, 2012.
Paintings of Maine by Carl
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
French Impressionist oil painting Caldwell Woods Chicago Plein Air Original 1940
Located in Buffalo, NY
Chicago, IL.
Louis Phillipe Kamm traveled to the US, visiting major cities, and painting and exhibiting
Category
1940s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Almost Dusk, The North Branch of the Chicago River - Original Oil Painting
By Ahzad Bogosian
Located in Chicago, IL
"Almost Dusk, The North Branch of the Chicago River" is a minimalist landscape painting depicting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Chicago River at Howard Street - Blue Skies, Original oil painting
By Ahzad Bogosian
Located in Chicago, IL
Ahzad Bogosian
The Chicago River at Howard Street
acrylic on canvas
18h x 24w in
45.72h x 60.96w cm
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Intriguing Surrealist Painting of Downtown Chicago by James Mesplé
Located in Chicago, IL
An Intriguing 1991 Surrealist painting of downtown Chicago by artist James Mesplé. Artwork size
Category
1990s Surrealist Paintings
Materials
Oil, Tempera, Panel
Chicago/Wisconsin Artist Aaron Bohrod Oil Painting, circa 1940s, Shop Windows
By Aaron Bohrod
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Aaron Bohrod (1907-1992) oil on gesso panel.
Titled: “Shop Windows,” circa 1946.
Measures: 16" H
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paint
Deborah Marlowe Kashdan The Chicago Girls Signed Oil Painting on Canvas Framed
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A modern oil painting on canvas titled "Museum Performance Piece: The Chicago Girls, Part II" by
Category
Late 20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
H 41 in W 31.25 in D 1.5 in
Elements, Surrealism, Chicago Artist, Planets
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
"
Oil on Canvas
Housed 2 3/4" in a Period Frame in a Toned Silver Metal Leaf
Overall Size: 41 1/4" x
Category
Early 20th Century Surrealist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 44.25 in W 34.875 in
Landscape Painting by Arvid Nyholm, Impressionist, Swedish American, Chicago
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
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" Mother and Child in a Landscape ", circa 1910-1920
Oil on Canvas
25" x 30"
Housed in a 2 1
Category
1910s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Chicago Portage - Serene Wooded Landscape with Stormy Skies, Oil on Canvas
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
myself from disappearing into the ruins,
I adopt a strategy combining editorial cartooning, oil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Rare & Special Painting by Important Chicago Modernist Artist Davenport Griffen
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1936 Modernist landscape painting with figures by important Chicago artist (William) Davenport
Category
1930s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Off Boulogne, French Harbor Scene, Chicago Artist, Large 1950s Abstract Oil
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
Cohen (on Canvas Verso)
" Off Boulogne ", circa 1950s
Oil on Canvas
25 3/4" x 36 1/4"
Housed in a 1
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Trophy, Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, unique signed painting w/provenance
By David Humphrey
Located in New York, NY
David Humphrey
Trophy (Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago), 1983
Oil on Canvas painting
Signed
Category
1980s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
I Know Everything - Birds Eye View of Chicago Looking East, Oil & Acrylic
By Albert Vidal Moreno
Located in Chicago, IL
While visiting Chicago in the summer of 2019, Vidal was afforded a stunning view of the city from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Fabulous 1950 Painting Titled "47th & Woodlawn Ave in Chicago, ILL" by EC Nieman
Located in Chicago, IL
Make it yours! A fabulous painting titled "47th & Woodlawn Ave in Chicago, ILL" by EC Nieman and
Category
1950s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
A Dynamic Mid-Century Modern Horse Race Painting by Chicago Artist, Rudolph Pen
Located in Chicago, IL
A dynamic, Mid-Century Modern horse race painting by noted Chicago artist, Rudolph Pen. Artwork
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Animal Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
A Dynamic Mid-Century Modern Horse Race Painting by Chicago Artist, Rudolph Pen
Located in Chicago, IL
A Large, Dynamic Mid-Century Modern Painting of a Horse Race by noted Chicago Artist, Rudolph Pen
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Animal Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
A Large Exceptional Mid-Century Modern Painting of a Chicago Night Club Showgirl
Located in Chicago, IL
A Large, Sensational Mid-Century Modern Painting of a Chicago Night Club Showgirl. Painted in the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
Chicago, original expressionist American urban landscape
By Charles Tersolo
Located in Spring Lake, NJ
of the prestigious Copley Society of Art of Boston. He shows his dynamic original oil paintings
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Trompe L'Oeil "Old Town Chicago" Signed Van Zandt Street Scene Modern Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist street scene painting. OIl on board. Framed. Signed "Van Zandt 50
Category
1950s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 23 in W 19 in D 2 in
'Pink and White Dog Roses', Large Oil Still Life, Chicago Woman artist
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
was a native of Massachusetts and subsequently moved to Chicago. She later maintained a studio in the
Category
1960s Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 19 in W 24 in D 0.01 in
Large Landscape by Chicago Artist Tellander, 1921
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A. Frederick Tellander
(American, 1878-1977)
Landscape, 1921
Oil on canvas, 32 x 38 inches
Framed
Category
1920s Tonalist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Large Figurative Abstract Oil By Chicago Artist Robert D Smeltzer
Located in Chicago, IL
continues to live and paint in Chicago.
This colorful oil on board depicts six individuals attending the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Paintings
Materials
Wood
Chicago Skyline
By Adolf Arthur Dehn
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Unsigned
Provenance:
Estate of the artist
c. 1929/30
Sheet: 9 7/8 x 14 1/8"
Mat: 15 1/4 x 19 3/4"
Category
1920s Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Oil Crayon
Australian Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
By David Rankin
Located in Surfside, FL
, commissioned a poster, A Day for Bosnia, at The University of Chicago. His oil paintings, large watercolours
Category
1990s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Indian Creek, Michigan Landscape, Chicago Artist, American Impressionist
By Alfred Juergens
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
" (Michigan)
Oil on Board
14 1/2" x 19"
Housed in a 3" Period Frame
Overall Size: 19 3/4" x 24 1/4"
Category
Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
USS CHICAGO Off Castle Williams and Governor's Island, New York Harbor
By Granville Perkins
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Maritime paintings of the late 19th Century often give great insight into the massive transition
Category
1890s Other Art Style Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Columbian Exhibition, the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
”, oil on board signed
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The Chicago world’s Fair of 1893 was billed as the great art
Category
Late 19th Century Hudson River School Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Modernist Oil on Canvas Abstract View of Chicago by James Sherman, C 1965
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Colorful view of Chicago from across Lake Michigan by James Sherman. Mid-sixties interpretation
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 25.25 in W 37.5 in D 1.5 in
'Sunny Afternoon', Chicago Impressionist, Paris, Grande Chaumiére, Woman Artist
By Pauline Palmer
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
the artist's first solo exhibition at the Art Institute of Chicago.
Exhibited: Chicago Galleries
Category
1910s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Illustration Board
H 19.75 in W 23.75 in D 0.13 in
'Fall Landscape, Indiana', AIC, Laguna Beach, Chicago Art Association
By Derk Smit
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
oil landscape showing riverside, autumnal trees with scarlet, rust and ochre foliage and a view beyond
Category
1950s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 20 in W 24 in D 0.75 in
"Industrial Cityscape, Chicago" WPA Modernism Mid-Century Cityscape 20th Century
By Aaron Bohrod
Located in New York, NY
, landscapes, surrealism, and trompe l'oeil painting, Aaron Bohrod spent his early career in Chicago where he
Category
1930s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
"Low Tide, " Frederic Grant, Boats at the Dock, Chicago Artist
By Frederick Milton Grant
Located in New York, NY
Chicago, 30th Annual Exhibition of American Oil Paintings and Sculpture, November 8, 1917-January 2, 1918
Category
1910s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
'Abstract Figural', Woman Artist, Art Institute of Chicago, San Bernardino
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
circa 1975.
Suzanne Gertz first studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and, subsequently, at Barat
Category
1970s Modern Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas, Charcoal
H 36 in W 24 in D 0.75 in
'Pacific Coast Sunset', Art Institute of Chicago, Mendocino, California Artist
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
painting the many moods of the Pacific Ocean. George Rohrer studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and
Category
1980s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 24 in W 30 in D 0.75 in
'Abstract Figural', Woman Artist, Art Institute of Chicago, San Bernardino
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
.
Suzanne Gertz first studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and, subsequently, at Barat College. Initially
Category
1970s Abstract Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil, Illustration Board, Felt Pen
H 26 in W 20 in D 0.13 in
Turn of 20th Century American Impressionist Chicago Landscape -- Frost Bound
Located in Soquel, CA
Turn of 20th Century American Impressionist Chicago Landscape -- Frost Bound
Luminous turn of the
Category
1910s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
An Exceptional Mid-Century Modern 1950s Chicago Night Club Scene of Showgirls
Located in Chicago, IL
famed Chicago night club, The Chez Paree. A wonderfully evocative painting of the era. Artwork size
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 19.25 in W 32.25 in D 2 in
'Abstract, Coral and Blue', Art Institute of Chicago, Illinois Design Institute
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
substantial oil by this well-listed American Abstractionist who studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Plaster, Oil
H 36 in W 23.5 in D 1.75 in
Portrait of a Girl with a Doll, Chicago Artist, American Portraiture
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
1950s
Oil on Canvas
30" x 25"
Housed in a 2 3/4" Carved Period Frame
Overall Size: 34 3/4" x 29 7/8"
Category
Mid-20th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 34.75 in W 29.875 in
'Southern California Desert Landscape', Art Institute of Chicago, Who Was Who
By George Sanders Bickerstaff
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Chicago. He lived and painted in Texas before moving to California in 1922 where he spent significant time
Category
1950s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
"History of US Postal Service" American Scene Social Realism WPA Modern Chicago
By Harold Haydon
Located in New York, NY
"History of US Postal Service" American Scene Social Realism WPA Modern Chicago
Harold Haydon
Category
1930s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Early Mexican City Scene by Chicago Artist Francis Chapin, San Miguel de Allende
By Francis Chapin
Located in Chicago, IL
(Am. 1899-1965). Titled "Old Church, San Miguel de Allende (Spanish Plaza)", the painting is oil on
Category
1940s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
'Still Life of Daffodils', Lithuanian, Art Institute of Chicago
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
of Chicago on a traveling scholarship in 1931. A member of the Chicago Art League and the All
Category
1950s Post-Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 20 in W 16 in D 0.13 in
'Abstract in Red', Brasil, São Paulo Bienniale, MoMA Resende, New York, Chicago
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
of Paul Klee's plastic experiences, in recent years (Cruz) has developed a sui generis painting
Category
1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 33 in W 32.75 in D 0.75 in
'Mother and Child with Rainbow Pinwheel', Paris, Rome, New York, AIC, Chicago
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
occasional trips back to exhibit his works in the United States, including at the Art Institute of Chicago
Category
1970s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 23.5 in W 19.5 in D 0.75 in
Silverstone Yellow Jasmine - Original Oil Painting of Woman and Floating Flowers
By Michael Van Zeyl
Located in Chicago, IL
Drawing & Oil Painting
Palette & Chisel Academy, Chicago, IL - Painting & Life Drawing
Art Students
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
Australian American D. Rankin Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting Rocky Hillside
By David Rankin
Located in Surfside, FL
University of Chicago. His oil paintings, large watercolours and ceramics appear at the New York Vista Hotel
Category
1990s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Paper
'The Artist's Garden', Munich Academy, Art Institute of Chicago, PAFA, Corcoran
By Julius Moessel
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
titled verso, 'In the Artist's Garden'.
A substantial, mid-century horticultural oil showing a profusion
Category
1940s American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 30 in W 26 in D 0.75 in
Peonies in White Light - Oil Painting with 12K White Gold Leaf, Blond Female
By Michael Van Zeyl
Located in Chicago, IL
Academy of Art, Chicago, IL
1999-2000 American Academy of Art, Chicago, IL - Life Drawing & Oil Painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
1940s Still Life of Squash by Notable Chicago Modernist Artist Flora Schofield
Located in Chicago, IL
own organization called the ”Association of Chicago Painters and Sculptors”.
Paintings by Flora
Category
1940s American Modern Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Still Life (artist in Met, Chicago Art Inst., Boston MFA, Whitney, etc.)
By Emanuel Glicenstein Romano
Located in New Orleans, LA
Museum of Art, Boston Museum of Fine Arts, The Art Institute of Chicago, The Musee Nacional de France
Category
Mid-20th Century Cubist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
1940s American Impressionist Still Life Oil Painting with Flowers - Original Art
By John Edward Thompson
Located in Denver, CO
This original vintage 1945 oil painting beautifully captures a serene interior still life scene
Category
1940s Abstract Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 37.75 in W 42.75 in D 1.75 in
Still Life with Oil Lamp
Located in Columbus, OH
"Still Life with Oil Lamp" circa 1970 is an oil painting by Chicago artist Kathleen "Kay
Category
1970s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
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- 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 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. - 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 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. - 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.
- 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, 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.
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