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Danish oil painting, signed “BM” circa 100 years old.
Danish oil painting, signed “BM” circa 100 years old.

Danish oil painting, signed “BM” circa 100 years old.

Located in Aalsgaarde, DK

Fine Danish oil painting, signed “BM”, with original frame, circa 100 years old.

Category

20th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Midcentury 1950s Danish Oil Painting
Midcentury 1950s Danish Oil Painting

Midcentury 1950s Danish Oil Painting

Located in London, London

Oil on board Wooden frame Danish Signed and dated 1953.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Abstract Danish Oil Painting on Canvas
Abstract Danish Oil Painting on Canvas

Abstract Danish Oil Painting on Canvas

Located in London, London

Oil on canvas Danish Late 20th century.

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Abstract Cobra Composition - Small Danish Oil Painting, 1977
Abstract Cobra Composition - Small Danish Oil Painting, 1977

Abstract Cobra Composition - Small Danish Oil Painting, 1977

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Small abstract oil composition executed with putty and hands/fingers on canvas. It bears its title

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Danish Oil Painting 1907 Frederik Larsen-Saerslov “Birches by the Pond”
Danish Oil Painting 1907 Frederik Larsen-Saerslov “Birches by the Pond”

Danish Oil Painting 1907 Frederik Larsen-Saerslov “Birches by the Pond”

By Frederick Larsen-Saerslov

Located in Münster, DE

Frederik Larsen-Saerslov (1870 Holbaek -1942 Gentofte Denmark) “Birches by the Pond” Oil on

Category

Antique Early 1900s Danish Belle Époque Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Danish Oil Painting of a Jack Russell Puppy Terrier, Dated 1911
Danish Oil Painting of a Jack Russell Puppy Terrier, Dated 1911

Danish Oil Painting of a Jack Russell Puppy Terrier, Dated 1911

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Amazing and Charming Painting of a Jack Russell Puppy Terrier, Denmark, Signed AJ Nielsen 1911

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Romantic Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Pine

Mid 20th century Danish oil painting of blue hydrangeas in a vase
Mid 20th century Danish oil painting of blue hydrangeas in a vase

Mid 20th century Danish oil painting of blue hydrangeas in a vase

Located in London, GB

Charming mid C20th framed oil painting on canvas of leafy blue hydrangeas in a brown ceramic vase

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

19th Century Danish Landscape Windmill Oil Painting, Denmark
19th Century Danish Landscape Windmill Oil Painting, Denmark

19th Century Danish Landscape Windmill Oil Painting, Denmark

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

As found in Copenhagen, an impressive oil painting on canvas painting of a Danish landscape scene

Category

Antique 19th Century Danish Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Danish  Winter Scene Oil Painting
Danish  Winter Scene Oil Painting

Danish Winter Scene Oil Painting

Located in Hudson, NY

This fine oil painting on canvas of a winter snowy scene is signed and dated M. Norgoard 1912. This

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Danish School Late 19th Century Oil Painting.
Danish School Late 19th Century Oil Painting.

Danish School Late 19th Century Oil Painting.

Located in Holywell, GB

Danish School 19th Century A typical Scandinavian composition showing a woman heading towards a

Category

Late 19th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Late 19th Century Danish Landscape Coastal Oil Painting Framed, Denmark
Late 19th Century Danish Landscape Coastal Oil Painting Framed, Denmark

Late 19th Century Danish Landscape Coastal Oil Painting Framed, Denmark

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

As found in Copenhagen, an impressive oil on canvas painting of a Danish landscape coastal scene. A

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Country Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Oil Painting by Jørgen Sejersen, Danish Midcentury, 1960s
Oil Painting by Jørgen Sejersen, Danish Midcentury, 1960s

Oil Painting by Jørgen Sejersen, Danish Midcentury, 1960s

Located in Odense, DK

Presenting an enchanting oil painting by the Danish artist Jørgen Sejersen, made in between 1960

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Emmy Thornam Still-life Flowers, Oil Painting, 1920s, Denmark
Emmy Thornam Still-life Flowers, Oil Painting, 1920s, Denmark

Emmy Thornam Still-life Flowers, Oil Painting, 1920s, Denmark

Located in Værløse, DK

Still-life Flower Oil Painting by Danish Artist Emmy Thornam, est. 1920. * Still-life oil

Category

Vintage 1920s Danish Paintings

Materials

Wood

Danish Abstract, Brutalist Oil Painting by Frans Vester Pedersen
Danish Abstract, Brutalist Oil Painting by Frans Vester Pedersen

Danish Abstract, Brutalist Oil Painting by Frans Vester Pedersen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A hole lot is going on in this vintage Danish abstract painting. Both oil and acrylic paint were

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Brutalist Paintings

Kay Christensen Poetic Blue-Tone Oil Painting, 1966, Denmark
Kay Christensen Poetic Blue-Tone Oil Painting, 1966, Denmark

Kay Christensen Poetic Blue-Tone Oil Painting, 1966, Denmark

Located in Værløse, DK

?" made by Danish painter Kay Christensen in 1966. * Framed oil-painting on canvas of a blue tone

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood, Canvas

Late 19th century antique landscape oil painting from Denmark
Late 19th century antique landscape oil painting from Denmark

Late 19th century antique landscape oil painting from Denmark

Located in Ebberup, DK

This is an original antique oil on plate landscape painting estimated to be from the late 1900s

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Danish Art Nouveau Paintings

Materials

Paint

Antique early 20th century landscape oil painting from Denmark
Antique early 20th century landscape oil painting from Denmark

Antique early 20th century landscape oil painting from Denmark

Located in Ebberup, DK

This is an original antique oil on canvas landscape painting estimated to be from the 1920s. The

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Danish post-impressionist oil painting by E.S. from Horsens
Danish post-impressionist oil painting by E.S. from Horsens

Danish post-impressionist oil painting by E.S. from Horsens

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A beautiful figurative post-impressionist oil painting in the Danish modernist tradition. The work

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Large Oil on Canvas Painting, Unknown Danish Artist, Late 1800s
Large Oil on Canvas Painting, Unknown Danish Artist, Late 1800s

Large Oil on Canvas Painting, Unknown Danish Artist, Late 1800s

Located in Odense, DK

This oil on canvas painting by an unknown Danish artist, made in the late 19th century, is a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Danish Romantic Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Early 20th century Danish signed oil painting of forest landscape
Early 20th century Danish signed oil painting of forest landscape

Early 20th century Danish signed oil painting of forest landscape

Located in Ebberup, DK

Antique early 20th century oil on canvas painting with a captivating landscape forest motive made

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Romantic Paintings

Materials

Paint

Danish Early 19th Century Oil Painting Of A Farm House
Danish Early 19th Century Oil Painting Of A Farm House

Danish Early 19th Century Oil Painting Of A Farm House

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Danish early 19th Century oil painting of a farm house in a period gilded frame.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Danish Romantic Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Afghan Boy, Oil Painting by Danish Artist P. Rüd, 1990s
Afghan Boy, Oil Painting by Danish Artist P. Rüd, 1990s

Afghan Boy, Oil Painting by Danish Artist P. Rüd, 1990s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Contemporary portrait of Afghan boy. Executed partly in oil and acrylic paint. The artist P. Rüd

Category

1990s Danish Post-Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Antique Danish interior oil painting by Kai Jeppe Drews (1884-1964)
Antique Danish interior oil painting by Kai Jeppe Drews (1884-1964)

Antique Danish interior oil painting by Kai Jeppe Drews (1884-1964)

Located in Ebberup, DK

This is an original antique interior oil painting by Danish painter Kai Jeppe Drews (1884-1964

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Romantic Paintings

Materials

Paint, Canvas

Danish Contemporary Artist Oil On Canvas Painting, By Lars Dan
Danish Contemporary Artist Oil On Canvas Painting, By Lars Dan

Danish Contemporary Artist Oil On Canvas Painting, By Lars Dan

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Lars Dan Painting, "Detritus Blaa Rec1", Thick Oil Piant On Canvas Signed Lars Dan 2011

Category

2010s Danish Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

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Danish Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Danish oil painting you’re looking for. Frequently made of fabric, canvas and paint, every Danish oil painting was constructed with great care. There are 477 variations of the antique or vintage Danish oil painting you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Danish oil painting — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A Danish oil painting made by Scandinavian Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one Danish oil painting that is appealing in its simplicity, but Sara Skaaning, Mette Birckner and Troels Marstrand produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Danish Oil Painting?

Prices for a Danish oil painting can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $300 and can go as high as $85,976, while the average can fetch as much as $1,400.
Questions About Danish Oil Painting
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To 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, 2022
    The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    The 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.

    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021
    Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.

    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

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