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Pair of Late 19th Century "Ice Skating" Original European Oil Paintings
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of late 19th century "Ice Skating" original European oil paintings circa 1890s A wonderful
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Portrait of Young Child Antique European Oil Painting Fine Gilt Frame
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Child European School, early 20th century oil on canvas, framed frame: 21 x 18 inches
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

The Cantor, Vintage Judaica European Oil Painting
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Judaica oil painting, Poland, signed illegibly by artist l.r.
Category

20th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

1966 Geometric Abstract European Oil Painting signed
By Pedro Coronel
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Modern Abstract European oil on canvas Painting 1966 In the style of Pedro Coronel art
Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Large 18th Century European Oil Painting Portrait of Noble Lady Lace Collars
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Noble Lady European School, 18th century oil on canvas, framed framed: 37.5 inches
Category

18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Beautiful illegibly signed Eastern European oil painting of a City
Located in New York, NY
Here is a beautiful European painting illegibly signed - a true mystery work.
Category

20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large 18th Century European Oil Painting Three Figures in Landscape
By (After) Bartolomé Esteban Murillo
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Three Figures in a Landscape Continental School, late 18th century after the earlier painting by
Category

Late 18th Century Baroque Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

"A Surprising Visit" 19th Century Antique European Oil Painting on Canvas
By Eduardo Leon Garrido
Located in Jacksonville, FL
this painting a true testament to the opulent lifestyle of the 19th-century European elite. 27516
Category

19th Century Academic Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th Century European Oil Painting of an Old Man and His Dog
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century european painting of a man and his dog in a field. Signed with Crowned monogram MC or
Category

19th Century Barbizon School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Antique 19th Century European Oil Painting on Canvas Signed M. L. Tunner, 1872
Located in Lambertville, NJ
. The painting is European and probably Austrian. Beautifully Painted and in Excellent condition.
Category

Antique 1870s Austrian Paintings

Materials

Giltwood, Canvas

European School Painting - L'Opera
Located in Naples, Florida
composition with acanthus leaf decoration. The painting is oil on canvas and is in excellent unrestored
Category

19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mid Century Expressionist European Nighttime Steet Scene
Located in Surfside, FL
Moody, Expressive European oil painting. signed illegibly lower right. it looks to be German or
Category

20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

19th Century European Painting Winter Scene, circa 1870s Unsigned
Located in Incline Village, NV
Excellent quality 19th century European oil painting on canvas. Winter scene depicting two horse
Category

Antique 19th Century European Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Self Portrait of an Artist, Europe
Located in Washington, DC
European Oil Painting of an Artist. Mid-20th Century. Impressionist piece in dark hues and blues
Category

20th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Self Portrait of an Artist, Europe
Self Portrait of an Artist, Europe
H 28.5 in W 22.75 in D 1 in
Antique European Religious Figure Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Antique European oil on panel, framed framed: 9 x 7 inches board: 7 x 5inches private collection
Category

19th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pair of Continental Oil on Masonite Harbor Scenes
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A pair of Continental European oil painting of impressionist style harbor scenes in later giltwood
Category

Early 20th Century European Paintings

Materials

Giltwood, Masonite

Mid Century European Cubist Abstract Geometric Shapes Composition Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Cubist Still Life European School, mid 20th century oil painting on board, unframed painting: 18 x
Category

Mid-20th Century Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Bedouin, European School Oil Painting on panel, Original Frame
Located in London, GB
Oil on panel Image size: 12 1/2 x 9 1/4 inches (31.75 x 23.5 cm) Original frame This is a
Category

19th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Dark Mountains Landscape Antique Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
European School, early 20th century oil on board, unframed board: 11.5 x 15.5 inches provenance
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Fine Oil Painting Portrait of an Aristocratic Wigged Gentleman
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of an Aristocrat European artist, 20th century oil on canvas, unframed canvas : 30 x 24
Category

20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

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

Early 19th-Century Central European School, Christ The Saviour
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This early 19th-century central European oil painting depicts Christ The Saviour standing atop an
Category

1830s Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Large Signed Oil Painting Autumn River Landscape Gilt Framed
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Autumn River Landscape European School, second half 20th century signed oil on canvas, framed
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Huge Contemporary Oil Painting Nude Lady against Red Background signed
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Nude Model European School, contemporary signed oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 39 x 39 inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

19th Century Continental Oil Painting City River Busy Shipping Scene framed
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
European School, 19th century View of boats on water and buildings oil on board, framed framed: 16
Category

Mid-19th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Exotic Oriental Birds Swimming on Pond Signed Post Impressionist Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Birds on Pond European artist, indistinctly signed late 20th century oil on canvas, framed framed
Category

20th Century Post-Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Crashing Waves Rocky Coast Large Traditional Signed Oil Painting Gilt Frame
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
European artist, second half 20th century signed lower corner oil on canvas, framed framed: 25 x 35
Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Large Traditional Signed Oil Painting Gilt Swept Frame River Woodlands Birds
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
European artist, second half 20th century signed lower corner oil on canvas, framed framed: 25 x 35
Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Huge Antique European Portrait of Girl with Plaits in Hair oil on canvas
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of Girl with Plaited Hair European School, late 19th century oil on canvas, framed framed
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Large Classical Still Life of Flowers Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Classical Still Life of Flowers European Artist, 20th century oil on canvas, unframed canvas : 36 x
Category

20th Century Dutch School Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large Traditional Signed Oil Painting Gilt Swept Frame Ducks in Flight over Pond
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
European artist, second half 20th century signed lower corner oil on canvas, framed framed: 25 x 35
Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Classical Still Life Oil Painting Ornate Flowers on Stone Plinth Large Canvas
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Still Life of Flowers on a Stone Plinth European artist, late 20th century oil on canvas, unframed
Category

20th Century Modern Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

European Garden, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
. This painting comes with a certificate of authenticity. It has been painted with the highest quality
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large 1950's Portrait of Dashing Gentleman Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Gentleman European artist, mid 20th century oil on canvas, framed framed: 35.5 x 30.5
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Palace Guard, Oil on Panel Signed Painting
Located in London, GB
Oil on panel, signed bottom left Image size: 6 x 11 inches (15.25 x 28 cm) This painting depicts a
Category

19th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Suprematist Figure - Early 20th Century Russian East European Portrait Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful and very interesting early 20th century Eastern European suprematist style oil on board
Category

Early 20th Century Suprematist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Signed Impressionist Oil Grand Canal Venice Blue Skies & Sunlight
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
late 20th century signed oil painting on canvas, unframed canvas: 14 x 18 inches condition: overall
Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Huge Contemporary Painting Abstract Mythical Figures in a Surrealist Composition
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Mythical Figures signed oil on canvas, unframed dated 99' Canvas : 32 x 36 inches Provenance
Category

1990s Modern Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of a Peasant Girl, 19th Century English Oil Painting
Located in London, GB
Oil on canvas Image size: 15 1/2 x 11 1/4 inches (39.5 x 28.75 cm) Original gilt frame This is a
Category

19th Century English School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

European or American School Oil Painting; Boat on European Coast
Located in Fredericksburg, VA
This captivating seascape painting showing two boats: one kidnapping a woman and her slave and the
Category

19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Eiffel Tower Paris, 1960's Signed Impressionist Painting Mystery Signature
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: mystery signature, signed and dated 65' Title: label verso Medium: oil on board
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Huge Old Master Oil Painting 17th century Diana & Cupids in Panoramic Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Diana The Huntress and her Cherubs Northern European artist, circa 1680's period oil on canvas
Category

17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Landscape oil painting european art Spanish Spain
By Rafael Duran Benet
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Rafael Duran Benet (1931-2015) - Landscape - Oil on canvas on board Oil measurements 46x38 cm
Category

1990s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Board

Mid 20th C. European Village Scene Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mid 20th C. European Village Scene Oil on Canvas Signed and Dated Lower Right 1970 23.5" x
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pensive Woman oil on canvas painting european art
By Frederic Lloveras Herrera
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Title: Pensive Woman Artist: Frederic Lloveras Herrera (1912–1983) Year: 1980 Technique: Oil on
Category

1980s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Large 18th Century European School, Original Oil Painting
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Extra Large 18th Century European School, Original Oil Painting, A True Museum Piece. Beautiful
Category

Antique 18th Century European Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Pensive Woman oil on canvas painting european art
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Title: Pensive Woman Artist: Vicente Oliver (1896–1970) Technique: Oil on canvas Dimensions
Category

1930s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Harvesters oil on canvas painting Spain european art
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Title: Harvesters Artist: Jesús Villar (1930–2015) Technique: Oil on canvas Dimensions: 24 x 48
Category

1970s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Cadaques oil painting Spain spanish mediterranean european landscape
By Rafael Duran Benet
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
) Technique: Oil on canvas board Dimensions: 13 x 16 inches (33 x 41 cm) Year: Undated (likely mid to late
Category

1980s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Cardboard

Barcelona Spain oil on cardboard painting european urbanscape
By Jordi Curos
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Jordi Curos - View of Barcelona - Oil on cardboard Oil measurements 55x46 cm. Frameless. Jordi
Category

1970s Fauvist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

Barcelona Spain oil on cardboard painting european urbanscape
By Jordi Curos
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Jordi Curos - View of Barcelona - Oil on cardboard Oil measurements 55x46 cm. Frameless. Jordi
Category

1970s Fauvist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

Spanish landscape oil on canvas painting Spain Europe
By Benet Sarsanedas
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Benet Sarsanedas - Landscape - Oil on canvas Oil measurements 50x61 cm. Without frame.
Category

1980s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vintage Oil Painting of European Scene
Located in Augusta, GA
Vintage oil painting depicting European scene Beautiful muted colors Large scale
Category

Mid-20th Century Paintings

Materials

Paint

Vintage Oil Painting of European Scene
Vintage Oil Painting of European Scene
H 39.5 in W 39.5 in D 1 in
Companion oil on canvas painting surrealist european art
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Title: Companion (Compañera) Artist: Félix Ferreras Medium: Oil on canvas Dimensions: 28.7 x 23.6
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Robledo Spain oil painting spanish landscape european art
By Rafael Duran Benet
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
- **Technique:** Oil on canvas mounted on board - **Dimensions:** 13 x 16 in - **Framed:** No - **Condition
Category

1980s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Board

Judaica "The Rebbe'" European Hasidic Rabbi Oil Painting
Located in Surfside, FL
Realistic portrait of an older rabbi visiting and blessing a child in a European marketplace. Here
Category

20th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Spring Garden oil painting european landscape Spain France
By Rafael Duran Benet
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Title: "Spring Garden" Artist: Attributed to Rafael Durán Benet Technique: Oil on canvas board
Category

1980s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Cardboard

Garden landscape oil on canvas painting Spain Europe
By Rafael Duran Benet
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Rafael Duran Benet (1931-2015) - Garden - Oil on canvas Oil measurements 81x100 cm. Frameless
Category

1960s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Still life oil painting european art Spain
By Rafael Duran Benet
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Rafael Duran Benet (1931-2015) - Still life - Oil on canvas on board Oil measurements 38x46 cm
Category

1990s Post-Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Board

Still life oil painting european art Spain
By Rafael Duran Benet
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Rafael Duran Benet (1931-2015) - Still life - Oil on canvas on board Oil measurements 38x46 cm
Category

1990s Post-Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Board

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European Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of European oil paintings available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, canvas and wood, all European oil paintings available were constructed with great care. European oil paintings have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Victorian European oil paintings are consistently popular styles. European oil paintings have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Jordi Molla, Max Ernest Clart and Hermine David are consistently popular.

How Much are European Oil Paintings?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,192, while they’re typically $225 on the low end and $89,600 highest priced.
Questions About European Oil Paintings
  • 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 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 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.
  • 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 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, 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, 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, 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
    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 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 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.

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