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Large Sci Fi ‘Days of Blood & Dying’ Oil Painting by Fahellyn 1976
By Artistic Finishes
Located in Whitburn, GB
Medium
Original oil painting on archival cradled board. Produced using oil paints and finished
Category
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
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H 36.23 in W 25.99 in D 3.94 in
Dreamers Never Die, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Grace Diehl
Located in Yardley, PA
York. ~~~~~~~~~~~ About this Painting: This is a painting I did with the last of the Marigolds and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Dies Irae - Oil Painting by Gregory Proch - 2013
Located in Roma, IT
Intra-Materia style painting, between abstraction and figurative. Excellent condition.
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Dior, then Paris" Figure in Dior Gown Haute Couture with Gold Oil Painting
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
. Painted oil on heavy weight paper, signed and dated verso.
Art measures 14 x 11 inches
Inspired by
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Oil, Archival Paper
H 14 in W 11 in D 0.1 in
Die Wand by Emanuel Schulze - Semi-abstract oil painting, earth tones, yellow
By Emanuel Schulze
Located in Paris, FR
Die Wand is a unique oil on canvas painting by contemporary artist Emanuel Schulze, dimensions are
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ride or Die (Abstract painting)
By Anya Spielman
Located in London, GB
Ride or Die (Abstract painting)
Oil on panel
Spielman uses oil paint on canvas, paper and panel in
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Ride or Die (Abstract painting)
By Anya Spielman
Located in London, GB
Ride or Die (Abstract painting)
Oil on panel
Spielman uses oil paint on canvas, paper and panel in
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Rembrandt, Oil Painting
By Jose H. Alvarenga
Located in San Francisco, CA
original painting. On the upper tape, it reads in Dutch, 'Self portrait, 1630, 12.2 x 15.5 cms, oil on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Chrysanthemum, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Attila Vencel
Located in Yardley, PA
day I can wither in embraces And die in glass containers On your bedside table In your living
Category
2010s Other Art Style Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Dior in Venice" Figure with Gown French Haute Couture Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
controlled movement. “Dior in Venice” demonstrates a whimsical expression of femininity and formality; a
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Oil, Archival Paper
H 14 in W 11 in D 0.1 in
"Dior in Paris" Figure in Chanel Gown Haute Couture Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
controlled movement. "Dior in Paris" demonstrates a whimsical expression of femininity and formality; a
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Oil, Archival Paper
H 14 in W 11 in D 0.1 in
Walk., Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Igor Shulman
Located in Yardley, PA
quiet happiness ends. When peace ends, happiness dies. :: Painting :: Contemporary :: This piece comes
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Forever in Dior" Figure with Gown French Haute Couture Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
controlled movement. “Forever in Dior" demonstrates a whimsical expression of femininity and formality; a
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Oil, Archival Paper, Glass
H 14 in W 11 in D 0.1 in
To home, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Janos Kujbus
Located in Yardley, PA
Big painting from hungarian artist Janos Kujbus. Story about painting: “As young people, we
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Parents III., Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Igor Shulman
Located in Yardley, PA
I have addressed this topic several times before. Images of parents who died many years ago. And
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Temporary collaps., Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Igor Shulman
Located in Yardley, PA
naive retro pastoral, just the opposite. Positive has died. Children are shocked and horrified. This
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Finis Temporis, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Hazel Thomson
Located in Yardley, PA
all the seasons changing from winter to Autumn and towards the end of the painting trees dying in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Golden, Painting, Oil on Paper
By Federico Cortese
Located in Yardley, PA
An original piece from the series "Please do not kill butterflies", pins and oil on thick paper
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
In My Heart, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Jo Beer
Located in Yardley, PA
who had died a few months prior to our meeting. My proceeds from the sale of this work will be
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Die Jugend. 1970. Oil on plywood, 78x52 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Act in pink. 1970. Oil on plywood, 78x52 cm
Composition with woman act in pink color
Category
1970s Impressionist Nude Paintings
Materials
Plywood, Oil
Motorbike, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Federico Cortese
Located in Yardley, PA
My grandfather died before I was born. Although I never knew him, the domestic legends that my
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Bryan Ingham: Upright Jug oil abstract painting
By Bryan Ingham
Located in London, GB
(1936-1997)
Upright Jug (1993-95)
Pencil and oil on board
64 x 19 cm
Provenance: Bohun Galleries
Category
1990s Modern Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Oil Painting of Cubist Boats
By Chester Dixon Snowden 1
Located in Houston, TX
Seascape view of a boat dock. Painting is in a cubist style with neutral tones. The artist uses
Category
1950s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Barnyard Scene, Original Oil Painting
By George William Horlor
Located in Nutfield, Surrey
established himself as an artist. It was around this time that he began producing sporting paintings often set
Category
Late 19th Century Romantic Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Abstract Painting in Oil -- Etruria
Located in Troy, NY
This piece is a beautiful example of an abstract painting. The simplicity of the subject of the
Category
1990s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Abstract Oil Painting, Monochrome, French
By Pierre-Gerard Langlois
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Oil Painting, Monochrome, French
By French artist, Pierre-Gerard Langlois (French 1940
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Abstract Painting in Oil -- Triptych
Located in Troy, NY
creates a similar feeling to ancient paintings. This piece is sold with the frame and artists signature on
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ross Bleckner Abstract Oil Painting
By Ross Bleckner
Located in Larchmont, NY
Ross Bleckner (American, b. 1949)
Untitled, c. 20th century
Oil on board
18 x 20 in.
Ross
Category
20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Ross Bleckner Abstract Oil Painting
By Ross Bleckner
Located in Larchmont, NY
Ross Bleckner (American, b. 1949)
Untitled, c. 1970
Oil on canvas
43 x 34 in.
Signed verso: Ross B
Category
1970s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
reich's dream boundless energy, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Edward Zelinsky
Located in Yardley, PA
freedom to think his own thoughts. What an original! Of course he died in a prison cell... for nothing
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
God of the Air, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Will Eskridge
Located in Yardley, PA
This painting of a Resplendent Quetzal feather is oil on linen and measures 72 by 33 inches. I
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Die Besprächung
By Fritz Wagner
Located in Zürich, CH
influenced by the work of Hiasl Maier-Erding, a fellow Munich painter.
Wagner's early paintings were mostly
Category
Early 20th Century Paintings
Materials
Oil
Geometric Composition, Abstract Oil Painting
By Robert Neuman
Located in Surfside, FL
University’s Carpenter Center for Visual Arts. He received a Fulbright Fellowship for Painting in 1953 and the
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
19th Century coaching oil painting
By John Charles Maggs
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in ready to hang gallery
Category
19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Together to the end., Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Igor Shulman
Located in Yardley, PA
to me again. Usually I am very critical of my old paintings. This is not the case. I just unfolded
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Australian Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
By David Rankin
Located in Surfside, FL
brushstrokes, reminiscent of scribbles on a page. Rankin works predominantly in oil painting and acrylic on
Category
1990s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Circular butterfly, Painting, Oil on Paper
By Federico Cortese
Located in Yardley, PA
An original piece from the series "Please do not kill butterflies", pins and oil on thick paper
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Spring Time In The Forest, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Hazel Thomson
Located in Yardley, PA
all the seasons changing from winter to Autumn and towards the end of the painting trees dying in
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
The barn oil painting spanish landscape
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Jaume Mariné - the barn - Oil
Oil on canvas glued to board.
Oil measurements 27x35 cm.
Frame
Category
1970s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
Circular butterfly, Painting, Oil on Paper
By Federico Cortese
Located in Yardley, PA
An original piece from the series "Please do not kill butterflies", pins, oil and pencil on paper
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Circular butterfly, Painting, Oil on Paper
By Federico Cortese
Located in Yardley, PA
An original piece from the series "Please do not kill butterflies", pins, oil and pencil on paper
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Bryan Ingham: Erotische Bild abstract modernist oil painting
By Bryan Ingham
Located in London, GB
(1936-1997)
Erotische Bild (1988)
Oil on board
62 x 11 cm
Provenance: Fracis Graham-Dixon gallery
Category
1980s Modern Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
'Chickens and Birds' an oil painting
By Jef Louis van Leemputten
Located in St. Albans, GB
Jef Louis Van LEEMPUTTEN
Oil on canvas
Painting Size: 14 x 19" (36 x 49cm)
Outside Frame Size: 21
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch School Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Large Expressive Landscape Oil Painting "Swartland"
By André François van Vuuren
Located in Cape Town, ZA
landscapes. This is a large, unique oil painting on stretched Belgian Linen, ready to hang. Framing on
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
H 51.19 in W 70.87 in
Shtetl Water Carrier, Judaica Oil Painting
By Vladimir Rutstein
Located in Surfside, FL
, died in 1987.
Wladimir Abramowicz Rutschtein
Russian Jewish Painter. Member of the Union of artists of
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage Modernist Architectural Oil Painting - Joseph Sutter Southern California
Located in Baltimore, MD
Like it’s listed companion piece, this is a late Art Deco/Moderne architectural painting with
Category
1940s American Modern Paintings
Materials
Oil
Figurative portrait interior oil painting Women and child portrait painting
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Antique post impressionist Art Deco figurative oil painting by French artist Bernard Py. This
Category
1920s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
1960s Italian Futurist Abstract Oil Painting
By Giovanni Huber
Located in Surfside, FL
, acrylic paintings, reliefs, sculpture and art in construction.
Die wichtigeren Ausstellungen:
Galerie
Category
1960s Futurist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
'My Mother' Original Oil Painting Signed by Francesco Spicuzza
By Francesco Spicuzza
Located in Milwaukee, WI
artist and teacher John Carlson.
It was during this time that Spicuzza changed his style of painting
Category
1910s Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lyrical Abstract Israeli Expressionist Oil Painting
By Hanna Ben Dov
Located in Surfside, FL
Hanna Ben Dov is an Israeli abstract painter who was born in Jerusalem in 1919 and died in Paris in
Category
20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Tuned In" Oil painting, Dog motif
By Katherine Fraser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Tuned In" is an original oil on canvas painting by American painter Katherine Fraser. This piece
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
'My Father' Original Oil Painting Signed by Francesco Spicuzza
By Francesco Spicuzza
Located in Milwaukee, WI
artist and teacher John Carlson.
It was during this time that Spicuzza changed his style of painting
Category
1910s Paintings
Materials
Oil
Girona Pause - Realistic Architectural Oil Painting
By Carol Pylant
Located in Chicago, IL
32 x 42 inches.
Carol S. Pylant
Girona Pause
oil on panel
30h x 40w in
Framed dimensions:
32h x 42w
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
The Beach Modern Impressionist Oil Painting
By Marguerite Rousseau
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Marguerite Rousseau was born in 1888 in Belgium died in 1948.
She is known for her French
Category
1940s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
'Sketching Wisconsin' original oil painting, Signed
By John Steuart Curry
Located in Milwaukee, WI
John Steuart Curry
"Sketching Wisconsin," 1946
oil on canvas
31.13 x 28 inches, canvas
39.75 x
Category
1940s American Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 39.75 in W 36.75 in D 2.5 in
Townscape oil painting of Semur, France
By Letitia Marion Hamilton
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
died in Dublin on 9 August, 1964. Examples of her paintings are held by the National Gallery of Ireland
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
'Sailing Boats coming into Harbour' . An oil painting on canvas
By Merio Ameglio, 1897-1970
Located in St. Albans, GB
MERIO AMEGLIO
Picture Size: 18 x 24" (46 x 64cm)
Outside Frame Size: 25 x 31" (62.5 x 77.5cm)
Oil
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
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H 25 in W 31 in D 3 in
The Rug Merchant, 19th Century Orientalist Oil Signed Oil Painting, 1879
By Carl Friedrich Heinrich Werner
Located in London, GB
Oil on canvas, signed and dated '1879' bottom right
Image size: 38 x 59 1/2 inches (96.5 x 151 cm
Category
1870s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Spanish castle landscape oil on board painting
By Josep Martinez Lozano
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
oil painting expressly made for the occasion was presented at the Diari de Terrassa at the request of
Category
1970s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Bruges Canal Scene, Oil on Canvas Painting
By Julien Celos
Located in Nutfield, Surrey
. Later in life he abandoned oil painting to concentrate on producing a monumental suite of engravings
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
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- 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. - 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 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.
- La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 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.
- 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 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 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
Oils typically command higher prices than acrylic paintings, because they generally require more skill.
- Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 18, 2021The cost of an original oil painting has a very wide range. For emerging new artist could be in the lower end, ranging from the $500 to $10,000 depending on the size and subject matter, for the mid-career artists who are already established, their prices range in the thousands and hundreds of thousands of dollars and lastly the original oil painting art of very established and popular artists that could have auction records in the millions of dollars. In this category are some of the well known examples of the old master paintings and other contemporary artworks.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024The name of the first artist to use oil paints isn't known. However, historians have traced the use of oils back to 7th-century Afghanistan. There, Buddhist artists used oil paintings to produce religious artworks. One of the first artists to be famous for their use of oil paints was Jan van Eyck, a Flemish artist who was active from 1422 to 1441. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To identify an artist's oil painting signature, you can try photographing it with your smartphone and then conducting a reverse image search using a trusted search engine. You can also search for the name and consult trusted online resources to learn more about the artist. If these methods don't result in a successful identification, a certified art appraiser or art dealer may be able to assist you. Shop a range of oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
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How can a few simple gestures — writ extra, extra, extra large — contain so much beauty and drama?
Patrick Hughes’s 3D Painting Takes Us on a Magical Journey through Pop Art History
The illusions — and allusions — never end in this mind-boggling portrayal of an all-star Pop art show on a beach.
Mid-Century Americans Didn’t Know Antonio Petruccelli’s Name, but They Sure Knew His Art
The New York artist created covers for the nation’s most illustrious magazines. Now, the originals are on display as fine art.
Learn Why There Have Been So Many Great Women Painters
Featuring iconic works by more than 300 female artists, a new book makes a more than compelling case for casting off the patriarchal handcuffs that have bound the art historical canon for far too long.