Figural Oil Paintings
271
to
1,416
10,162
5,008
3,677
2,378
1,703
1,182
548
536
386
367
283
99
85
38
24
18
639
964
5,019
9,293
118
123
202
278
255
361
530
464
413
413
255
14,499
13,677
7,244
6,708
1,791
485
417
198
144
96
3,984
2,846
2,784
2,405
3,927
Overall Height
to
Overall Width
to
8,168
5,707
1,877
4,868
2,953
1,597
1,453
1,329
796
778
495
473
383
383
348
261
247
220
169
167
153
147
144
5,079
1,768
Sort By
P Clment 1968 Partially Nude Figure Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
P Clment 1968 Partially Nude Figure Oil Painting
Oil on canvas
32 x 36 unframed
Category
1960s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
"Seated Figure" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Dan McCaw's (US based) "Seated Figure" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts an
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"Standing Figure" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Dan McCaw's (US based) "Standing Figure" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts an
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"Reclining Figure" Oil Painting
By Christopher Clark 1
Located in Denver, CO
Christopher Clark's (US based) "Reclining Figure" is an oil painting that depicts a woman in white
Category
2010s American Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Radiance" Abstracted Figure Oil Painting
By Danny McCaw
Located in Denver, CO
Danny McCaw's (US based) "RAdiance" is an original, handmade oil painting with impasto brushstrokes
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Figure - Oil Painting - 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
"Figure" is an original drawing with oil painting on ivory-colorated paper by Anonymous Artist of
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Figure - Oil Painting - 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
"Figure" is an original drawing with oil painting on ivory-colorated paper by Anonymous Artist of
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Elemental Fire Starter" – Nude Figure Oil Painting Artistry
Located in Denver, CO
Dave Seeley's "Elemental Fire Starter" is an exquisite example of nude figure oil painting artistry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Nude Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
H 40 in W 30.5 in D 1 in
Vintage Stark Cityscape W/ Lone Figure Oil Painting by R. Roberts C.1960
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Stark Cityscape W/ Lone Figure Oil Painting by R. Roberts C.1960
Original oil on canvas
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 23.5 in W 43.5 in D 3 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
Aboriginal Figure - Oil Painting - Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Aboriginal figure is an original contemporary artwork realized in the mid-20th Century by an
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Maya's Robe" Contemporary Impressionist Figure Oil Painting
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Maya's Robe" is a colorful figurative oil painted from life with rich golds, whites, and
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 23 in W 32 in D 1 in
"Summer Siesta" Contemporary Impressionist Figure Oil Painting
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Summer Siesta" is a colorful figurative oil painted from life with rich purples, whites, and red
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 26 in W 36 in D 1 in
Feminine Figure - Oil Painting by R. Melli - 1930s
Located in Roma, IT
Feminine Figure is a modern artwork realized by Roberto Melli in 1930s.
Mixed colored oil painting
Category
1930s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Flamenco Dress" Impressionist Figure Oil Painting of Dancer
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Flamenco Dress" is a beautiful figurative oil painted from life by Maria Bertran. This
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 24 in W 14 in D 1 in
"Purple Top" Large Modern Impressionist Figure Oil Painting
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Purple Top is a colorful figurative oil painted from life by Maria Bertran. This Contemporary
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 30 in W 40 in D 1 in
"Dancer At Rest" Impressionist Figure Oil Painting of Ballerina
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Before The Dance" is a beautiful figurative oil painted from life by Maria Bertran. This
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 36 in W 26 in D 1 in
"Gypsy Girl" Contemporary Impressionist Figure Oil Painting by Maria Bertran
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Gypsy Girl" is a colorful figurative oil painted from life by Maria Bertran. This Contemporary
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Young Patriot" Portrait American Folk Figural Oil Painting Contemporary Flag
By Charlotte Andry Gibbs
Located in Wellesley, MA
accomplished and trained artist, reveals her love of folk art and naive painting in these beautifully painted
Category
2010s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Impressionist Figural Oil painting Brother and Sister Together 1950's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
4037 Impressionist oil on canvas figural painting
Set in a custom wood frame image size 14.5x18.5"
Category
1950s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Ella by Geri Eubanks, Petite Impressionist Figure Oil Painting with Black
By Geri Eubanks
Located in Atlanta, GA
exchange for 3 weeks of oil painting classes. I immediately took to oil painting. I loved mixing colors and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Wood Panel, Oil
Sophia by Geri Eubanks, Petite Impressionist Figure Oil Painting with Black
By Geri Eubanks
Located in Atlanta, GA
exchange for 3 weeks of oil painting classes. I immediately took to oil painting. I loved mixing colors and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Rabid - Cinema Inspired One Eyed Male Figure, Oil Painting on Panel
Located in Chicago, IL
, leaving him to only see through his darkness. The bold heavy brushstrokes of this painting give an
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"Blue Girl" Modern Abstract Style Modigliani Figure Oil Painting on Canvas
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
. This piece was inspired by French artist Amedeo Modigliani. Painted oil on canvas, signed and dated
Category
2010s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 20 in W 16 in D 0.75 in
Huge French Modernist Portrait of Cubist Figure Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
oil painting on canvas
55 x 40 inches
Magnificent French oil painting on canvas from the close of the
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 55 in W 40 in D 1 in
"Girl From Guadalupe" Large Impressionist Figure Oil Painting by Maria Bertran
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Girl From Guadalupe" is a colorful figurative oil painted from life by Maria Bertran. This
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Interior with iMac and Venetian Chandelier, Single Female Figure, Oil Painting
By Andrew S. Conklin
Located in Chicago, IL
In his painting entitled "Interior with iMac and Venetian Chandelier", Andrew Conklin uses a loose
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"Seated Nude" Impressionist Interior Scene Female Figure Oil Painting on Board
By Maryse Ducaire Roque
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-20th Century charming oil painting depicting a seated nude woman in a whimsical interior
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Nude Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
H 19.25 in W 17.25 in D 1.5 in
Show Time by Geri Eubanks, Petite Impressionist Figure Oil Painting with Black
By Geri Eubanks
Located in Atlanta, GA
exchange for 3 weeks of oil painting classes. I immediately took to oil painting. I loved mixing colors and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Stepping Out - Cafe Palais" Haute Couture Figure Oil Painting with Chanel Bag
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
of Paris. This piece is signed lower right and is painted oil on board, and it also comes signed
Category
2010s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 20 in W 16 in D 0.2 in
Three Figures Caught in Stained Glass, 1980s Semi Abstract Figural Oil Painting
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
Three Figures Caught in Stained Glass, vintage 1980s semi abstract painting by Denver modernist
Category
1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 30.5 in W 40.5 in D 1.25 in
"Girl With Straw Hat" Modern Impressionist Figure Oil Painting by Maria Bertran
By Maria Bertrán
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
"Girl With Straw Hat" is an beautiful large oil painted from life by Maria Bertran. This
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Diana and the Three Fates, Vintage 1970s Semi Abstract Figural Oil Painting
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
Diana and the Three Fates, vintage 1970s semi abstract oil painting on board by 20th century Denver
Category
1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 18.25 in W 48 in D 0.2 in
"Fashion Gala - Paris" Gown French Haute Couture Figure Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
magnificent colors. Painted oil, acrylic, and mixed media on heavyweight paper, signed and dated verso.
Art
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil, Acrylic, Mixed Media
H 14 in W 11 in D 0.1 in
"Blue Woman by the Window" Style of Modigliani Figure Oil Painting on Canvas
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
magnificent colors. This piece was inspired by French artist Amedeo Modigliani. Painted oil on canvas, signed
Category
2010s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 24 in W 18 in D 0.75 in
Travellers near Ruins in a Landscape - Dutch Old Master art figural oil painting
By Pieter Wouwerman
Located in London, GB
This lovely Dutch Old Master oil painting is attributed to artist Pieter Wouwerman. Painted circa
Category
Mid-17th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Four Winter Months, Semi-Abstract Figure Oil Painting, Red Black Orange Blue
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
1985 original signed oil painting titled 'The Four Winter Months' by Denver modernist, Edward
Category
20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Edward MarecakThe Four Winter Months, Semi-Abstract Figure Oil Painting, Red Black Orange Blue, 1985
H 24.5 in W 30.5 in D 1.25 in
Two Ladies Trying to Out-Mystify Each Other, Semi Abstract Figural Oil Painting
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
painting portraying two female figures with still life. Figural abstraction, oil paint on burlap, estate
Category
1960s American Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 33.25 in W 37 in D 2.25 in
Very Large, 16th Century Allegorical Oil Painting
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Beyond life-sized, allegorical, Renaissance figural oil painting of Summer, featuring a nymph
Category
16th Century Renaissance Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
'Woman Sleeping', Large Modernist Figural Oil, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Portland
By Julio Lavallen
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
large figural oil painting of a young woman shown reclining on a sofa.
Julio Lavallen has specialized
Category
1980s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
19th Century English Oil Painting Figure & Cattle in Green Pastures Valley
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Tranquil Pastures
British artist, late 19th century
oil on board, framed
framed: 20 x 27 inches
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
1870's English Oil Painting Woodland Avenue of Trees Figure & Sheep Grazing
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Woodland Glade
British School, circa 1870's period
oil on board, framed
framed: 7 x 8.5 inches
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Cat in the Window with a Waterfront View
By Mabel Greer
Located in Milford, NH
A fine figural oil painting of a cat in the window with a waterfront view, possibly of Gloucester
Category
Early 20th Century American Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Figure Holding Flowers, Oil Painting
By Juan García Ripollés
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Juan Garcia Ripolles, Spanish (1932 - )
Title: Red Figure with Flowers
Year: 1970
Medium
Category
1970s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Figure Abstraction #4", Oil Painting
By Quang Ho
Located in Denver, CO
Quang Ho's (US based) "Figure Abstraction #4" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Figure with Magnolia, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Victoria Sager
Located in Yardley, PA
, With this painting, I wanted to communicate that yearning. I painted this by first painting the
Category
2010s Surrealist Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Plastic Figure 8" Oil Painting
By Jason Walker
Located in Denver, CO
Jason Walker's (CAN based) "Plastic Figure 8" is an oil painting that depicts a lone yellow plastic
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Plastic Figure 6" Oil Painting
By Jason Walker
Located in Denver, CO
Jason Walker's (CAN based) "Plastic Figure 6" is an oil painting that depicts a lone red plastic
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Plastic Figure 4" Oil Painting
By Jason Walker
Located in Denver, CO
Jason Walker's (CAN based) "Plastic Figure 4" is an oil painting that depicts a lone pink plastic
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Plastic Figure 7" Oil Painting
By Jason Walker
Located in Denver, CO
Jason Walker's (CAN based) "Plastic Figure 7" is an oil painting that depicts a lone red plastic
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
"Plastic Figure 3" Oil Painting
By Jason Walker
Located in Denver, CO
Jason Walker's (CAN based) "Plastic Figure 3" is an oil painting that depicts a lone orange plastic
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
"Plastic Figure 1" Oil Painting
By Jason Walker
Located in Denver, CO
Jason Walker's (CAN based) "Plastic Figure 1" is an oil painting that depicts a lone pink plastic
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
abstract figure, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Timothy Shannon
Located in Yardley, PA
A mix of oil and enamel paint on canvas accentuated with metallic silver spray paint, this
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Figure in Gold Abstraction", Oil Painting
By Quang Ho
Located in Denver, CO
Quang Ho's (US based) "Figure in Gold Abstraction" is an original, handmade oil painting that
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Seated figure, Murray Avenue, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Steven Boksenbaum
Located in Yardley, PA
One of my favorite paintings because of the color and the slight blurs of movement while adhering
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 24 in W 18 in D 1.5 in
Dusk
By Hope Shipee Bunin
Located in Milford, NH
A fine figural oil painting of a mother and three children with worried looks on their faces as
Category
1940s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Female Nude Sitting Figure - Expressive Oil Painting
By Agata Czeremuszkin-Chrut
Located in Salzburg, AT
the Fine Arts in Wroclaw (2008) with the Master degree in Painting. In 2007 she studied also at
Category
2010s Expressionist Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 0.79 in
Figure with Rose of Sharon, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Victoria Sager
Located in Yardley, PA
"Figure with Rose of Sharon" was built in many layers, beginning with a background whose aim was to
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Figure in Contemplation Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting
By Paul Rossi
Located in Brecon, Powys
Figure study, Oils on paper. Signed
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
Figure in yellow with truck, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Steven Boksenbaum
Located in Yardley, PA
A pedestrian climbs Meyran Avenue in Pittsburgh in a mass of color :: Painting :: Realism :: This
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
- 1
- ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Figural Oil Paintings", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.
Figural Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of figural oil paintings available on 1stDibs. Browse a selection of Abstract, Impressionist or Post-Impressionist versions of these works for sale today — there are 333 Abstract, 249 Impressionist, 248 Contemporary, 105 Modern and 75 Post-Impressionist examples available. These items have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add figural oil paintings that pop against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of gray, brown, black, blue and more. Cindy Shaoul, Henri Duhem, Maria Bertran, Marie Duhem and Geri Eubanks took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in paint, oil paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home. Not every interior allows for large iterations of these items, so small figural oil paintings measuring 2 inches across are available.
How Much are Figural Oil Paintings?
Prices for pieces in our collection of figural oil paintings start at $1 and top out at $275,000 with the average selling for $2,506.
Finding the Right Paintings for You
Painting is an art form that has spanned innumerable cultures, with artists using the medium to tell stories, explore and communicate ideas and express themselves. To bring abstract, landscape and still-life paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.
When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.
Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs. Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.
No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel. Download the 1stDibs app, which includes a handy “View on Wall” feature that allows you to see how a particular artwork will look on a particular wall, and read about how to arrange wall art. And if you’re searching for the perfect palette for your interior design project, what better place to turn than to the art world’s masters of color?
On 1stDibs, you’ll find an expansive collection of paintings and other fine art for your home or office. Browse abstract paintings, portrait paintings, paintings by popular artists and more today.
Questions About Figural Oil Paintings
- 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 1stDibs 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
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.
David Brooker Fine ArtFebruary 23, 2021That depends on the size of the piece, the condition of the painting, and to some degree the value. also where you live.- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The value of an oil painting depends on the quality and artist. Work with an appraiser to determine the value. While some online resources can be helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not be the actual value of your item, since that will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. Browse a selection of expertly vetted authentic vintage oil paintings on 1stDibs.
Read More
Art Brings the Drama in These Intriguing 1stDibs 50 Spaces
The world’s top designers explain how they display art to elicit the natural (and supernatural) energy of home interiors.
Welcome (Back) to the Wild, Wonderful World of Walasse Ting
Americans are rediscovering the globe-trotting painter and poet, who was connected to all sorts of art movements across a long and varied career.
In Francks Deceus’s ‘Mumbo Jumbo #5,’ the Black Experience Is . . . Complicated
Despite the obstacles, the piece’s protagonist navigates the chaos without losing his humanity.
With Works Like ‘Yours Truly,’ Arthur Dove Pioneered Abstract Art in America
New York gallery Hirschl & Adler is exhibiting the bold composition by Dove — who’s hailed as the first American abstract painter — at this year’s Winter Show.
Donald Martiny’s Jumbo Brushstrokes Magnify the Undeniable Personality of Paint
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.
More Ways To Browse
Ashby Table
Blue Doors Vintage3
18th Century Frock Coat
Flamingos Retro Clothing
Andrew S Conklin
Horst B Horst
Chandelier Drawing Framed
Maya Artist Impressionist
Francis S Butler
Jorg Immendorff
Vintage Potty
Modern Id Uk
Greek Vase Lithograph
Steven Boksenbaum
Apiary Art
Amarsanaa Galmandakh
Adele Rose Vintage
Chanel Ballerina Dress