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Large Mythological Classical Oil Painting Winged Angels with Naked Figure in Sky
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Winged Angels
European artist, late 20th century
(possibly a copy after an earlier painting)
oil on
Category
20th Century Baroque Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
No Reserve
H 24 in W 36 in
Large Classical Oil Painting Mythological Biblical Figures in Sky
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
European artist, 20th century
signed oil on canvas, unframed
canvas : 28 x 38 inches
provenance
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
No Reserve
H 28 in W 38 in
Large Classical Oil Painting Figures Animals in Arcadiane Landscape, framed
By Continental School
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Classical Landscape
Continental School, late 20th century
signed oil on canvas, framed
framed: 34
Category
20th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life wWth Quinces And Candlestick Classical Oil Painting Irina Trushkova
Located in Sempach, LU
The beautiful gold color of fruits and their texture inspired me to create this work. The painting
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 16.93 in W 18.9 in D 0.79 in
17th Century Classical Oil Painting - Diana With Her Attendants in a Grotto
By Abraham van Cuylenborch
Located in London, GB
Abraham van CUYLENBROCH (1620-1658)
Diana With Her Attendants in a Grotto
1651
signed
oil on
Category
17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th Century Classical Oil Painting of Pigeons, Signed P.B. West 1887
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A lovely P. B. West 19th century oil painting of three pigeons around a terracotta urn, signed and
Category
Antique 1880s American Late Victorian Paintings
Materials
Paint
Large 19 Century Neo-Classical Oil Painting Of Emperor Trajan on Horseback
By Eugène Delacroix
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A large dramatic and colorful painting of the young emperor Trajan on rearing horseback entering
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Flower Girl, Oil Painting
By Sherri Aldawood
Located in San Francisco, CA
, crown, bouquet, people, people, classical, oil painting, greenFlower GirlSherri Aldawood
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Redhead in Sunlight, Oil Painting
By Sherri Aldawood
Located in San Francisco, CA
, portrait, face, gaze, people, classical, oil painting, greenRedhead in SunlightSherri
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Classical Still Life of Flowers Ornate Display Antique Dutch Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Profusion of Flowers
Classical Still Life
Dutch School, 19th century
oil on canvas, unframed
canvas
Category
Late 19th Century Old Masters Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Chat 35" Original Oil Painting
By Marina Dieul
Located in Denver, CO
classical oil painting technique.
The artwork features a striking portrait of a cat with a gaze that
Category
2010s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
The Genie, Oil Painting
By Jose H. Alvarenga
Located in San Francisco, CA
, oilpaint, nudes, still life, classical, oil painting, beigeThe GenieJose H. Alvarenga
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil
Ravello, Oil Painting
By Jose H. Alvarenga
Located in San Francisco, CA
, kitchen, still life, classical, oil painting, beigeRavelloJose H. AlvarengaOil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Roses in Brass Vase, Oil Painting
By Sherri Aldawood
Located in San Francisco, CA
, soft, still life, flora, classical, oil painting, brownRoses in Brass VaseSherri
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Milkmaid, Oil Painting
By Jose H. Alvarenga
Located in San Francisco, CA
, classical, oil painting, beigeThe MilkmaidJose H. AlvarengaOil painting on metal
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Love, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, beauty, floral, love, sunny, foliage, botanical, flora, classical, oil painting, greenLove
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Bouquet, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, floral, love, sunny, foliage, botanical, flora, classical, oil painting, greenBouquet
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Shadow Self", Oil painting
Located in Denver, CO
’ classical oil painting techniques into otherworldly and imaginative works.
Dae studied classical painting
Category
2010s Surrealist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
Little Pond, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, misty, cloudy, trees, classical, panoramic, reflection, oilpaint, nature, classical, oil painting, green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Accept", Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
, she’s evolved masters’ classical oil painting techniques into otherworldly and imaginative works.
Dae
Category
2010s Surrealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
Windmills 2, Oil Painting
By Jose H. Alvarenga
Located in San Francisco, CA
, still life, classical, oil painting, beigeWindmills 2Jose H. AlvarengaOil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Flowers, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, classical, floral, flora, still life, flora, classical, oil painting, purpleFlowersShuxing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Gift, Oil Painting
By Jose H. Alvarenga
Located in San Francisco, CA
, oilpaint, figure, girl, classical, dove, still life, classical, oil painting, greyThe Gift
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Sea and Stars", Oil painting
Located in Denver, CO
environment, she’s evolved masters’ classical oil painting techniques into otherworldly and imaginative works
Category
2010s Surrealist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
Lavender Pansy, Oil Painting
By Lisa Nielsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
painting: ribbon, pansies, vase, flower, pansy, jar, cup, still life, classical, oil painting, pink, brown
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Tenderness, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, classical, oil painting, yellowTendernessHilary GomesOil painting on stretched linen
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Gold, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, classical, oil painting, yellowGoldHilary GomesOil painting on stretched linen
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Spirit, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, oilpaint, petals, petal, gardens, flora, classical, oil painting, greenSpiritHilary Gomes
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Pocket Full of Dreams", Oil painting
Located in Denver, CO
Tiffany Dae's (US based) "Pocket Full of Dreams" is a original, handmade oil painting that depicts
Category
2010s Surrealist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
Three Drinks, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, classical, oil painting, beigeThree DrinksShuxing FanOil painting on stretched canvas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Seven Red Roses, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
: rose, flower, garden, beauty, floral, love, sunny, botanical, flora, classical, oil painting, green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Flowers and Lemons, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, flower, glass, vase, sunlight, citrus, fruit, still life, flora, classical, oil painting, blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Rustic Building in Estepona, Oil Painting
By Sherri Aldawood
Located in San Francisco, CA
, quiet, architecture, travel, classical, oil painting, beigeRustic Building in Estepona
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Don't Say it Outloud", Oil painting
Located in Denver, CO
Tiffany Dae's (US based) "Don't Say it Outloud" is a original, handmade oil painting that depicts a
Category
2010s Surrealist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
Allure, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, flower, rose, flora, foliage, botanical, oilpaint, classical, flora, classical, oil painting, pink
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Abundance, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, flora, classical, oil painting, greenAbundanceHilary GomesOil painting on stretched
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Everlasting Love, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, flora, flora, classical, oil painting, greenEverlasting LoveHilary GomesOil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pears and Containers, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, glass, jar, classical, soft, cloth, still life, oilpaint, still life, classical, oil painting, beige
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Passion, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, classical, oil painting, greenPassionHilary GomesOil painting on stretched linen
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
October Still Life, Oil Painting
By Tara Zalewsky-Nease
Located in San Francisco, CA
, autumn, season, harvest, Thanksgiving, classical, still life, classical, oil painting, beige
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Eros, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, sunny, petals, petal, botanical, flora, classical, oil painting, pinkErosHilary Gomes
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Calla Lily, Oil Painting
By Jo Galang
Located in San Francisco, CA
, classical, oil painting, greenCalla LilyJo GalangOil painting on stretched canvas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Golden Roses, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, flower, rose, roses, gardens, beauty, sunny, botanical, flora, classical, oil painting, yellow
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Three Blooming Roses and Thorns, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
describe this painting: rose, flower, garden, sunny, foliage, botanical, petal, flora, classical, oil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Daisy Still Life, Oil Painting
By Nicole Lamothe
Located in San Francisco, CA
, still life, classical, oil painting, greenDaisy Still LifeNicole LamotheOil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Classical Harlequin". Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting
By Sax Berlin
Located in Brecon, Powys
Classical Harlequin - in this Harlequin painting Berlin shows his character barefaced and out of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Greco Roman Classical Wrestlers Oil Painting
Located in Rochester, NY
Late 20th century modernist oil painting of Greco Roman wrestlers done in the classical style. By
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Handmade Paper
Pears (classical realistic fruits), Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Marlene Llanes
Located in Yardley, PA
This painting was done with high quality oil paint on canvas. The canvas is stretched on a wooden
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 16 in W 20 in D 0.8 in
"Wild and Free" Oil Painting 47" x 39" inch by VIQA
Located in Culver City, CA
allows her to experiment with different materials.
She combines classical oil painting with 3D
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Interior, Oil Painting on Copper, Realism, Florence, Classical Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Included.
Interior is oil on copper which allows larger size oil paintings. This painting takes place in
Category
2010s Realist Interior Paintings
Materials
Copper
H 24 in W 19 in D 1.5 in
"Lyrebirds", Classical Music Scene Architecture Symbolist Oil Painting
By Andrée Bars
Located in Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Titled "Lyrebirds" and by Andrée Bars, this linen canvas oil painting sets a whimsical scene of
Category
2010s Symbolist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 24.02 in W 19.69 in D 1.19 in
Autumn Afternoon, Oil Painting on Copper, Realism, Florence, Classical Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Autumn Afternoon is painted near the artist home in Florence. It is an oil on copper painting
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Copper
Vintage Classical Fishing Landscape Wide Gold Frame Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage classical landscape oil painting. Housed in a nice giltwood frame. No signature found.
Category
1980s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Classical Head: Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting by John Emanuel
By John Emanuel
Located in Brecon, Powys
Latest opulent work from the artist's Classical Head series.
Oil and gold leaf on board in white
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
Greco Roman Classical Wrestlers Oil Painting
Located in Rochester, NY
Late 20th century modernist oil painting of Greco Roman wrestlers done in the classical style. By
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
Large Oil Painting Classical Renaissance Ladies in Fantasy Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: French School, 20th century
Title: Classical Ladies in Landscape
Medium: oil
Category
20th Century Renaissance Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Fiesole in Fall, Oil Painting on Copper, Realism, Florence, Classical Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Fiesole in Fall is painted near the artist home in Florence. It is an oil on copper painting
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Copper
H 5.5 in W 7.5 in D 1.5 in
Yearning, oil painting, Classical Realism, Norweigan Artist, Florence Academy
Located in Houston, TX
Yearning is painted in the style of Classical Realism in Florence Italy.
Yearning was mastered in
Category
2010s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
View from Chianti Farmhouse , Landscape oil painting, Classical Realism.
By Angel Ramiro Sanchez
Located in Houston, TX
physical appearance . This is oil on canvas with a custom made archival frame.
View from Chianti Farmhouse
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 19 in W 13.5 in D 1.5 in
Classical Maidens Eastern Landscape Huge British Surrealist Oil Painting
By Richard Turner
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Sweet Breeze of Evening
by Richard Turner, British 1940-2013
signed and dated verso, 2009
oil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
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- 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.
- What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 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.
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Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
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- 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.
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- 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.
- 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 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. - 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 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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Oils typically command higher prices than acrylic paintings, because they generally require more skill.
- Did Cy Twombly use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Cy Twombly did use oil paint, although his method was quite unique. He would run his fingers in the paint to create channels, and would then use oil paint in ‘globs’. House paint overtop would then merge the paints into a completed piece. Shop a selection of Cy Twombly’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
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