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"Broken Christmas" Oil Painting
By Shelli Langdale
Located in Denver, CO
Shell Langdale's (US based) "Broken Christmas" is an oil painting that depicts a white horse
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Christmas, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Christmas day ... This painting will bring positive vibes to anyone no matter you are adult or
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Christmas souvenir 80X80 oil painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I've poured my soul into capturing the warmth and vitality of the holiday
Category
2010s Expressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Christmas is coming 50X70 oil painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I've embraced the serene beauty of winter, capturing the season's quiet hush
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Christmas Trees on Guard, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Winter mountain landscape with Christmas trees. Frosty blue and white colors allow you to feel the
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Christmas, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Alexander Litvinov
Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Medium
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
The Christmas Painting
By Anastasia Pelias
Located in New Orleans, LA
traditional principles of painting – both the concept and the actuality.
Pelias received her BFA from the
Category
1990s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1960's British Surrealist Oil Painting - 'Christmas Festival' Fantasy Abstract
By Elvic Steele
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Stunning original oil painting by Elvic Steele depicting this surrealist fantasy abstract painting
Category
Mid-20th Century Surrealist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Christmas Star" contemporary oil on copper painting, tuscan landscape at night
By Melissa Franklin Sanchez
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Christmas Star" is a luminous oil on copper painting of a vast horizon after sunset. A deep blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Copper
Christmas Reflections
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Original Oil Painting signed by the Artist on the lower right corner.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Christmas Elf - Original oil on canvas, signed
By Robert Savary
Located in Paris, IDF
Robert SAVARY
Christmas Elf
Original oil on canvas
Signed bottom right
On canvas 42 x 33 cm (c. 17
Category
1960s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
'Christmas is a Coming', French Oil on Canvas Painting of Toys and Decorations.
Located in Cotignac, FR
A French oil on canvas painting of Holiday preparations, toys and other delights of Christmas. The
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 13 in W 18.12 in D 0.79 in
"Christmas ducks" Original animalistic painting. Large square.
Located in Oslo, NO
This flock of ducks lives near the mother-in-law of the artist and every Christmas visiting her
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 0.79 in
Christmas Tree In The Snow. Oil on Board.
Located in Cotignac, FR
An oil on panel view of a Christmas tree in a landscape heavy with snow by Boggio. The painting is
Category
Mid-20th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
"Christmas carol"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Anatoly Kost “Christmas carol”
2015 y. Canvas.Oil. Painting
Flat: 65/55 cm. Framed: 69/59 cm.
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
WINTER SALE! Before Christmas 40X50 oi painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting of mine, I've captured the serene twilight of a snowy scape, where the warmth
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Christmas English Oil Painting Two Deer in Winter Snow with Holly, signed 1960's
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
English School, circa 1960's
signed lower left corner
Christmas in the Woods
oil on board, unframed
Category
Mid-20th Century Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
WINTER SALE! Christmas forest 40X50 oi painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this painting, I sought to capture the serene embrace of winter, as the hush of snow blankets
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Poinsettia 2" oil painting of red and green christmas plant, potted. Framed
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Poinsettia 2" is an oil painting of the signature red plant blossomed against a light backdrop, in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
H 16.5 in W 13.5 in D 1 in
"Christmas interior", horizontal, Christmas, interior, moody, impasto
Located in Oslo, NO
The painting is inspired by the quiet magic of a festive family holiday in the UK. Soft pink
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
H 11.03 in W 13.98 in D 0.12 in
Paris before Christmas. Oil on canvas, 49, 5x65 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Paris before Christmas. Oil on canvas, 49,5x65 cm
Gennady Bernadsky (1956) - Soviet and Russian
Category
Early 2000s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Christmas Eve
By Alton Tobey
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Board
Signature: Signed Lower Right
Category
20th Century Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
"Christmas Decoration" - Abstract Midwest Town Painting by Hiroshi Sato
Located in Denver, CO
Introducing Hiroshi Sato's "Christmas Decoration," an original oil on canvas from his compelling
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Christmas tree
Located in Vienna, AT
Was born in 1993 in the city of Marganets, Ukraine.
Artist Gorbachenko Multiple participants of group and solo exhibitions and Art Fair Vilnius.
The artist's works are in private col...
Category
2010s Realist Nude Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paper, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache
"Christmas trees. Transcarpathia"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
, creating a sense of immediate presence among these mountain landscapes.
The painting is included in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Christmas wish 60X90
Located in Zofingen, AG
In the soft embrace of oil pastels, I've lovingly woven a tapestry of pure innocence and wonder. My
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Christmas Bullfinch Breakfast
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this painting, I captured a vibrant bullfinch amidst a tranquil winter scene, its rich red
Category
2010s Expressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
Holiday End - Surreal Christmas Scene, Original Oil on Canvas, Framed
By John Hrehov
Located in Chicago, IL
measuring 26 x 38 inches.
John Hrehov
Holiday End
oil on canvas
24h x 36w in
60.96h x 91.44w cm
JHR020
Category
2010s Surrealist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Christmas Time, Sellersville"
By Walter Emerson Baum
Located in Lambertville, NJ
. In the late 1940s into 1950s, Baum’s style of painting changed completely, taking on modernist
Category
1930s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Christmas in Connecticut
By Robert Lougheed
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 24.00" x 32.00"
Signature: Signed Lower Left
Category
Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Hulk's Christmas
By Boni Paola
Located in Lincoln, MA
subjects for her still life paintings. For example, candy cards, crushed cans… or crumpled page of books
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Adhesive, Oil
Snowman and Christmas trees
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I've captured a whimsical winter moment filled with joy and serenity. The
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mother with Child, Rose, Old Master, Figurative Painting, Love, Christmas Scene
Located in Greven, DE
L. Franssen
Mother and child with a rose
Oil on wood, 44,5 x 33,5 cm
signed
The artist of this
Category
18th Century Romantic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Friedrich Ortlieb Oil on Canvas Children Celebrate Christmas
By Friedrich Ortlieb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Friedrich Ortlieb (German, 1839-1909) A fine and large oil on canvas titled "New Year's Day at The
Category
Antique 19th Century German Country Paintings
Materials
Giltwood, Canvas
"Red house" Snow, Forest, White, Red, Christmas, Oil cm. 34 x 43 1989
By Boris LAVRENKO
Located in Torino, IT
snow, winter landscape, house in the woods,russian art,Snow, Forest, White, Red, Christmas, Russia
Category
1980s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
'The Family Dinner', Thanksgiving, Christmas, Festive Reunion, Large Naive Oil
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
signed, verso, and titled, 'The Family Dinner'.
A substantial, American oil painting showing a family
Category
1990s Folk Art Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
H 30 in W 20 in D 0.75 in
Christmas Ornaments, Vintage Holiday Still Life, Santa Claus, Christmas Tree
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
Signed: ACW (Lower, Left)
" Christmas Ornaments ", c. 1970s
Oil on Canvas
36" x 24"
Housed in a
Category
Mid-20th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Light the Christmas Tree! 30X30
Located in Zofingen, AG
In my creation, I've captured the essence of holiday delight. Through the vibrant strokes of oil
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Christmas Scene, Maxwell Coffee Advertisement
By Walter Martin Baumhofer
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature: Signed Lower Left
Size: 34.00" x 24.00"
Maxwell House Coffee
Category
1940s Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Christmas tree in the snow
Located in Zofingen, AG
tranquil snowy landscape. Every stroke of my oil paints breathes life into the contrasting cool blues and
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
FROM A VANISHED GREEN - Mixed Media Painting of Christmas Ferns in 3 Stages
By Heather Hartman
Located in Signal Mountain, TN
FROM A VANISHED GREEN is a multilayer oil, gouache and acrylic painting on paper, with additional
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Polyester, Paper, Oil, Acrylic, Gouache, Mesh
Ebenezer Scrooge, A Christmas Carol
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Signature: Signed Lower Right
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Christmas Morn" Sleigh in the Snow after W.C Bauer, London Oil on Linen 1937
Located in Soquel, CA
"Christmas Morn" Sleigh in the Snow after W.C Bauer, London Oil on Linen 1937
Christmas Morning and
Category
1930s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
H 26.5 in W 40.5 in D 1.5 in
The Christmas Ship in Old New York
By Newell Convers Wyeth
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Saturday Evening Post, December 8, 1928, pg.2
The long lost NC Wyeth painting The Christmas Ship in Old
Category
1920s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Christmas evening in the forest 60X50
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this evocative oil painting, I sought to capture the serene essence of a snowy forest at dusk
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Christmas Prayer
By Andrew Loomis
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Paper
Category
20th Century Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Oil
Christmas Manger Set - A Product Illustration
By George Hinke
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Illustration Board
Signature: Unsigned
This piece was produced as the cover art for
Category
1940s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Illustration Board
The Christmas Ship in Old New York
By Newell Convers Wyeth
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Saturday Evening Post, December 8, 1928, pg.2
The long lost NC Wyeth painting The Christmas Ship in Old
Category
1920s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Christmas Cover Design for Life Magazine
By Maxfield Parrish
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil, Ink and Gold Leaf on Paper
Dimensions: 15.00" x 12.00"
Signature: Signed Lower Center
Category
Early 20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
Impromptu with a Christmas tree 40X40
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this emotive piece, I captured the fleeting essence of winter's magic, contrasted with enduring elements of nature. The cold is palpable, yet there's warmth in the play of light. ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Christmas Peek, Saturday Evening Post Cover
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature: Signed Lower Right
Sight Size 31.00" x 24.25;" Framed 37.00" x
Category
1930s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Christmas Sheaf With Birds by Georg Stoopendaal
Located in Stockholm, SE
This painting, created by the Swedish artist Georg Stoopendaal (1866–1953), captures a cherished
Category
Early 20th Century Naturalistic Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
A Christmas Winter Wonderland, Barbizon School Snowscape.
Located in Cotignac, FR
An oil on panel view of a winter snow scene by Boggio. The painting is signed bottom right.
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Category
Mid-20th Century Barbizon School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Self Portrait in Christmas Decoration II, Contemporary Realism, Figurative, NYC
By Richard Combes
Located in New York, NY
selfie by depicting himself and his cell phone in the convex mirror of a Christmas ornament.
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Untitled (also known as "1811 THE BACKWOODSMAN'S CHRISTMAS")
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Untitled (also known as "1811 THE BACKWOODSMAN'S CHRISTMAS")
Oil on canvas, c. 1875-1925
Unsigned
Category
1870s Outsider Art Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Icy river in the Christmas forest 50X70
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this piece, I've poured my soul into capturing the raw, serene beauty of nature's embrace during the winter. I've blended expressionism with touches of realism to evoke the stilln...
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Grandfather on a Train with Christmas Gifts
By Eugene Iverd
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 35.00" x 27.00"
Signature: Signed Lower Right
Category
Early 20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Christmas Tree at the City Hall Square 40X50
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this vibrant oil painting, I've captured the essence of wintertime festivity and warmth amidst
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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Christmas Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the christmas oil painting you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. You can easily find an example made in the Contemporary style, while we also have 10 Contemporary versions to choose from as well. Finding the perfect christmas oil painting may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a christmas oil painting to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — find a piece on 1stDibs that incorporates elements of gray, black, brown, purple and more. There have been many interesting christmas oil painting examples over the years, but those made by Eva Hoffmann, Claire Westwood, Joseph Christian Leyendecker, Boris LAVRENKO and Georgij Moroz are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Artworks like these — often created in oil paint, paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.
How Much is a Christmas Oil Painting?
The price for a christmas oil painting in our collection starts at $42 and tops out at $290,000 with the average selling for $2,728.
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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 paintings, landscape paintings, still-life paintings and other original 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.
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Questions About Christmas Oil Painting
- 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 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 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, 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 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.
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With a solo show at the Denver Art Museum and a commission from the Met, the Cree Canadian painter has become an international sensation.
Yale’s Treasure Trove of British Art Is Back on Public View in a Refreshed Louis Kahn Building
After a two-year closure, they Yale Center for British Art opens its doors again, with all sorts of changes to its building and programming.
At 89, Artist Lucio Pozzi Is Reaching New Career Heights
The Italian-American’s 2020 abstract painting “The Hoe” personifies his “art of not knowing.”
The 1stDibs Guide to Types of Abstract Art
Get to know the key movements and artists who have influenced visual culture for more than a century.
With a Show at MoMA, Marlon Mullen Paints Pictures That Are beyond Words
The nonspeaking California artist is having a moment, with vivacious paintings that play on art-magazine covers as well as more mysterious abstractions.
The Vibrant Beauty of Orphist Art Supersedes Its Perplexing Name
This kaleidoscopic early-modern art style has long deserved another look. Now, the Guggenheim museum is doing just that.
The 50 Most Expensive Paintings Ever Sold
Curious about the most expensive paintings in the world? Discover the stories behind these masterpieces as well as the staggering prices they fetched.
Ludwig Bemelmans Captures the Thrilling Sight of Coney Island at Night
The ‘Madeline’ creator and Carlyle Hotel legend was in a New York state of mind in the 1940s when he produced this exuberant and rare oil painting.