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Hagenbeck-Wallace Annex. Circus Oil Painting of Depression Era Columbus, Ohio.
Located in Marco Island, FL
Akron, Clyde Singer became known for his regionalist paintings in oil and watercolor of everyday
Category
1970s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
$20,000
H 14 in W 14 in D 2 in
Family Circus, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Trixie Pitts
Located in Yardley, PA
"Family Circus" is a new dynamic abstract expressionist oil painting on canvas by Trixie Pitts. The
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Circus of Invention, Abstract Oil Painting
By Cynthia Ligeros
Located in San Francisco, CA
>Circus of InventionCynthia LigerosOil painting on stretched canvasPainting wraps around
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Circus Trapeze: Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting
By Paul Wadsworth
Located in Brecon, Powys
canvas and the story is locked in forever.
Oil on canvas.
35.5" x 35.5"
2024
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Circus Nativity: Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting
By Paul Rossi
Located in Brecon, Powys
Oil on canvas, signed
I work in oils, goauche, charcoal, pencil, pen and ink, and less frequently
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Circus of Invention, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
. This original oil painting was created using only the highest quality professional grade oil paint and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Yellow Edge - Circus. Contemporary Abstract Oil painting
By Phillip Alder
Located in Brecon, Powys
Abstract expressionist recollection of a acrobat at a circus
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Fine Scottish Oil Painting Circus Lady Performer, original antique oil painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
the Kirkcudbright artists, Haig Gordon, Kirkcudbright, 2006
Title: A Circus Performer
Medium: oil on
Category
19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,374 Sale Price
30% Off
H 32 in W 20 in D 1 in
Indian Circus. Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
By Paul Wadsworth
Located in Brecon, Powys
expressionist paintings from this well collected artist.
Signed
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$5,398
H 39.38 in W 39.38 in
"Circus Carnival" Oil On Canvas
Located in Bristol, CT
Colourful circus carnival oil on canvas
Image Sz: 15 1/2"H x 13 3/4"W
Frame Sz: 16 7/8"H x 15"W
Category
20th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
India, Circus Dancers. Large Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
By Paul Wadsworth
Located in Brecon, Powys
There are many travelling circuses in India. Performances are given in the open air and often just
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
$6,659
H 47.25 in W 47.25 in
consequently flying circus 07, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By RK POLAK
Located in Yardley, PA
It's a humorous, erotic and intimate abstract painting. It's about human nature, our
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$9,315
H 72 in W 61.8 in D 1.6 in
Circus show, 110x160, canvas, oil
Located in Yerevan, AM
Circus show, 110x160, canvas, oil
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Circus show, 110x160, canvas, oil
Located in Yerevan, AM
Circus show, 110x160, canvas, oil
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
20th Century German Modernist Oil Painting Circus Tent Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
rediscovered again.
Medium: oil painting on board, unframed
Size: 8 x 10.75 inches
Condition: very good and
Category
20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$466 Sale Price
30% Off
H 8 in W 10.75 in
Circus Girl, Cubist Oil on Canvas Painting by Remo Farruggio
Located in Long Island City, NY
Remo Farruggio, Italian/American (1904 - 1981) - Circus Girl, Year: circa 1950s, Medium: Oil on
Category
1950s Cubist Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil
$9,000
H 40.25 in W 30.25 in
"Morning of the First Act", Contemporary Landscape, Circus, Chairs, Oil Painting
By Alexandra Rozenman
Located in Natick, MA
Alexandra Rozenman’s “Morning of the First Act” is a 20 x 16 x 2 inch oil painting on canvas. It
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,500
H 16 in W 20 in D 2 in
Piccadilly Circus-original modern London cityscape oil painting-contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
, You wouldn’t know it, but I guess I’m a perfectionist.' - Lisa Bisbee
This oil painting captures the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$687
H 10.97 in W 13.97 in D 1.19 in
Circus with Clown and Dog Oil Painting
Located in Water Mill, NY
Mid-Century circus with clown and dog oil painting on canvas. Framed and signed.
Category
Mid-20th Century Paintings
A Surreal Underwater Circus, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Grace Diehl
Located in Yardley, PA
This is a playful painting that embodies the elements of whimsy and surrealism. The composition
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Circus Show - whimsical, colorful original oil painting- expressive
By Ferija Tugrann
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a beautiful whimsical oil on cardboard - unframe.
It is sold unframed for $750 or $900
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic, Cardboard
$600 Sale Price
25% Off
H 13 in W 13.75 in
Dennis Burlingame, WPA Era, Circus Sideshow "SnakeCharmer" Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist painting of a circus by Dennis Meighan Burlingame (1901 - 1964). Oil
Category
1930s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$15,600
H 42 in W 54 in D 3 in
At the Circus I, Impressionist Oil Painting by Charles Cobelle
By Charles Cobelle
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Charles Cobelle, French (1902 - 1994)
Title: At the Circus I
Medium: Oil on Canvas, signed
Category
Mid-20th Century Fauvist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$3,600 Sale Price
20% Off
H 30 in W 26 in D 2 in
Circus - Mid 20th Century French Modernist Oil on Canvas Figurative Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful mid 20th century French oil on canvas depicting figures outside a circus with big top
Category
1950s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
High Wire, bright color oil painting circus theme, vertical composition
By Stephen Basso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
*ABOUT Stephen Basso
Stephen Basso's highly original pastels and oil paintings are romantic, yet
Category
Early 2000s Folk Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$2,500
H 52.01 in W 20.01 in D 2.01 in
Early 20th Century Oil Painting of Circus Dogs
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A sweet little painting depicting two dressed up circus dogs. The dogs are painted against a sober
Category
Antique Early 1900s Belgian Other Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
"The Doll and The Circus" Oil Portrait Painting by Santini Poncini
Located in Pasadena, CA
atmosphere—perhaps a circus—unfolds, with merry-go-rounds, rides, a character in a harlequin costume, and
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
$450
H 17 in W 13.5 in D 1.25 in
Antique American Ashcan School Modernist Circus Scene Signed PA Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American school modernist circus scene by Ann Taube Goodman (Born 1905). Oil on canvas
Category
1910s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$2,316 Sale Price
20% Off
H 26 in W 30 in D 2 in
"Warrington Circus PA" Bucks County Pastoral Landscape Oil Painting on Board
Located in New York, NY
Post-Impressionist summer pastoral scene of a circus with tent, balloons, figures and Elephant in
Category
20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
$1,500
H 6.5 in W 8.5 in D 1 in
Modernist Oil Painting George Schwacha Carnival Circus Big Top Ferris Wheel WPA
By George Schwacha Jr
Located in Surfside, FL
Hand signed lower left corner
Oil on masonite
Dimensions: Frame H 18.25" x W 22.25". Sight H 11.25
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
$1,500
H 18.25 in W 22.25 in
Vintage 1940’s Circus Acrobat Oil on Canvas Painting. Unique modern style.
Located in Baltimore, MD
painting fully appears to date ca. 1940, or just thereafter.
The work is oil on canvas and measures 16” x
Category
1940s Art Deco Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
$795
H 16 in W 16 in D 2 in
Circus Backstage (At Play), Cubist Oil on Board Painting by John F. Leonard
Located in Long Island City, NY
Circus Backstage (At Play) (70)
John F. Leonard
American (1921–1987)
Date: circa 1965
Oil on
Category
1960s Cubist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
A. Sabran - 20th Century Oil, Circus Performers
Located in Corsham, GB
A striking study depicting performs appearing to be a clown, acrobat and ring leader on a circus
Category
20th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
$504 Sale Price
20% Off
H 27.96 in W 33.47 in
Adam Grant Oil on Board Painting, Titled "Circus Couple"
By Adam Grant
Located in Toledo, OH
A great oil on board by Adam Grant. This work is titled “Circus Couple” and shows two acrobatic
Category
Mid-20th Century Paintings
Materials
Paint
Circus Family
By Benjamin Stahl
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Signed Lower Right by Artist
Category
1940s Paintings
Materials
Oil
Traveling circus. 2018, canvas, oil, 100x50 cm
By Igor Maikov
Located in Riga, LV
Igor Maikov (1966)
Education:
1981 - 1984 The Art Academy of Latvia
1973 - 1983 Salaspils Primary and Secondary School
Exhibitions:
1994 - Group Exhibition «Rol-Art», Latvia
...
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$3,273 Sale Price
20% Off
H 39.38 in W 19.69 in D 0.79 in
Circus - Oil on Canvas by Anastasia Kurakina - 2019
By Anastasia Kurakina
Located in Roma, IT
Circus is an original oil painting on canvas, realized in 2019 by the emerging artist, Anastasia
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,805
H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 0.79 in
Reno Circus Circus
By Terry Thompson
Located in Fairfield, CT
For nearly twenty years, Thompson has focused primarily on painting old neon signs that have
Category
2010s Photorealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
An oil painting of circus performers by Emilio Grau Sala
By Emilio Grau Sala
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
An oil painting of circus performers by Emilio Grau Sala, featuring circus performers, including a
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Paintings
Materials
Paint
Circus
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas
Golden wooden frame
109 x 109 x 6 cm
Category
Late 20th Century Italian School Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Circus
By Reza Afrookhteh
Located in Los Angeles, CA
some California’s galleries and his paintings are displayed in the homes of prominent citizens
Category
1970s Cubist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
British Sad Clown Boy Oil Painting on Canvas Barry Leighton Jones Circus Scene
By Barry Leighton-Jones
Located in Surfside, FL
into the British art world, his paintings were very quickly in demand - many of them were published and
Category
20th Century Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Impressionist Portrait Painting of Circus Clown 1950
Located in Rochester, NY
Bold portrait of an introspective circus clown. Rich colors. Detailed circus background. Oil on
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
French Mod Surrealist Commedia dell'arte Circus Scene Oil Painting J.P. Serrier
By Jean Pierre Serrier
Located in Surfside, FL
Jean Pierre Serrier (French, 1934-1989)
Oil on canvas painting depicting four figures
Hand signed
Category
Mid-20th Century Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Circus Princess. 2015. Oil on canvas, 65x60 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Circus Princess. 2015. Oil on canvas, 65x60 cm
Nugzar Avtandilovich Kahiani was born in Poti
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,733 Sale Price
20% Off
H 25.6 in W 23.63 in D 1.19 in
Circus Show
Located in New York, NY
Circus show is made up of fifteen 40” x 32” panels that together depict and circus scene.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Circus love
Located in Barcelona, BARCELONA
Oil painting on canvas.
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Painting by F. Sans Castaño painted in Oil with Circus Motifs
Located in BILBAO, ES
Painting by Francisco Sans Castaño painted in Oil with Circus Motifs
Canvas size 44 x 33 cm
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Circus Rider
By Greg Decker
Located in Atlanta, GA
Greg's witty and charming oil painting on aluminum comes framed in a floater frame which adds 1.75
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Electric Circus
By Chuck Webster
Located in Branford, CT
Chuck Webster works in painting, drawing, collage, and printmaking to make pieces that, while
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
1906 Antique FRENCH Carnival Festival Nightime Circus Impressionist Painting
Located in New York, NY
Alfonse Proost (1880-1957)
Oil on canvas
Original Frame
Signed and dated lower right 1906
20x32
Category
Early 1900s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$12,500
H 27 in W 32 in D 2 in
Mystic Circus
By Evelyne Ballestra
Located in Miami, FL
Evelyne Ballestra's work with signs, symbols and esoteric spirituality reflects her passion for the ancient past and represents a symbolic return to the ground from which we emerged....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Au Circus
By Dietz Edzard
Located in Sheffield, MA
Dietz Edzard
German, 1893-1963
Au Circus
Oil on canvas
22 by 31 in. W/frame 32 by 41 in.
Signed
Category
1930s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Entertainment" - Oil on Canvas Surrealist Circus Scene by Vachagan Narazyan
By Vachagan Narazyan
Located in Denver, CO
Vachagan Narazyan’s Entertainment (2023) is an original oil on canvas painting that evokes the
Category
2010s Surrealist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$3,500
H 11.81 in W 9.84 in
Morteza Pourhosseini "The Circus 5" Oil and Acrylic on Canvas
By Morteza Pourhosseini
Located in Queens, NY
Morteza Pourhosseini (Iran, born 1985) "The Circus 5" oil and acrylic on canvas, 2013 .
Depicting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
$45,000
H 60 in W 60 in D 3 in
Morteza Pourhosseini "The Circus 1" Oil and Acrylic on Canvas
By Morteza Pourhosseini
Located in Queens, NY
Morteza Pourhosseini (Iran, born 1985) "The Circus 1" oil and acrylic on canvas, 2013 .
Depicting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
$45,000
H 60 in W 60 in
Morteza Pourhosseini "The Circus 15" Oil and Acrylic on Canvas
By Morteza Pourhosseini
Located in Queens, NY
Morteza Pourhosseini (Iran, born 1985) "The Circus 15" oil and acrylic on canvas, 2013 .
Depicting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
$45,000
H 60 in W 60 in
Large American NW Abstract Expressionist painting Circus "Wire Performance"
Located in Portland, OR
A large American Abstract Expressionist acyrilic on canvas painting by Pacific Northwest artist
Category
1990s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
$4,995
H 51 in W 43 in D 2.25 in
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Circus Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact circus 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 10 Contemporary versions to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a circus 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 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add a circus oil painting to create new energy in an otherwise neutral space in your home, you can find a work on 1stDibs that features elements of brown, gray, black, blue and more. Finding an appealing circus oil painting — no matter the origin — is easy, but Morteza Pourhosseini, Jose Maria de Servin, Walt Kuhn, Phillip Alder and Allie William Skelton each produced popular versions that are worth a look. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paint, oil paint and fabric.
How Much is a Circus Oil Painting?
The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a circus oil painting in our inventory may begin at $265 and can go as high as $145,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,710.
Questions About Circus 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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