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"Eclipse" (2024) by Derek Harrison, Original Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
"Elipse" by Derek Harrison (US based) is an original oil painting that depicts the back of a nude
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Crimson" (2023) by Derek Harrison, Original Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
"Crimson" by Derek Harrison (US based) is an original oil painting that depicts a female model in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Rosé" (2023) by Derek Harrison, Original Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
"Rosé" by Derek Harrison (US based) is an original oil painting that depicts a female model with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Behold" (2022) by Derek Harrison, Original Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
"Behold" by Derek Harrison (US based) is an original oil painting that depicts a female model
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nude Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Rising" (2025) by Derek Harrison, Original Oil Painting, Western
Located in Denver, CO
"Rising" by Derek Harrison (US based) is an original oil painting that depicts a western couple
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
H 28 in W 36 in D 2 in
"Reflective Moments" (2025) by Derek Harrison, Original Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
"Reflective Moments" by Derek Harrison (US based) is an original oil painting that depicts the back
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
H 16 in W 12 in D 2 in
"Silent Solitude" (2024) by Derek Harrison, Original Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
"Silent Solitude" by Derek Harrison (US based) is an original oil painting that depicts a female
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Tranquil Contemplation" (2023) by Derek Harrison, Original Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
"Tranquil Contemplation" by Derek Harrison (US based) is an original oil painting that depicts a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Prickly Pear" (2023) by Derek Harrison, Original Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
"Prickly Pear" by Derek Harrison (US based) is an original oil painting that depicts a female model
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Evening Solitude" (2025) by Derek Harrison, Original Oil Painting, Cowgirl
Located in Denver, CO
"Evening Solitude" by Derek Harrison (US based) is an original oil painting that depicts a cowgirl
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Golden Gate Park Aspens" (2022) by Derek Harrison, Original Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
"Golden Gate Park" by Derek Harrison (US based) is an original oil painting that depicts a aspen
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Violet Harrison - Mid 20th Century Oil, Watersmeet Waterfall
Located in Corsham, GB
river. The painting has been signed by the artist to the lower right-hand corner, and displays a signed
Category
Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 19.89 in W 24.02 in
"Keeler" Oil Painting
By Mark Harrison
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison's (UK based) "Keeler" is an oil painting that depicts an arid landscape with clouds
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Ice" Oil Painting
By Mark Harrison
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison's (UK based) "Ice" is an oil painting that depicts an arid landscape with clouds and
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Crossing" Oil Painting
By Mark Harrison
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison's (UK based) "Crossing" is an oil painting that depicts an arid landscape with clouds
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
British Contemporary Art by Tobias Harrison - Administration
By Tobias Harrison
Located in Paris, IDF
Tobias Harrison is a British figurative painter born in 1950 who lives & works in Menton, France.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 23.63 in W 31.5 in D 1.58 in
British Contemporary Art by Tobias Harrison - Melusine
By Tobias Harrison
Located in Paris, IDF
Tobias Harrison is a British figurative painter born in 1950 who lives & works in Menton, France.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 23.63 in W 20.87 in D 1.58 in
British Contemporary Art by Tobias Harrison - Fledgeling
By Tobias Harrison
Located in Paris, IDF
Tobias Harrison is a British figurative painter born in 1950 who lives & works in Menton, France.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 26.78 in W 23.63 in D 1.58 in
"Chambers" Oil Painting
By Mark Harrison
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison's (UK based) "Chambers" is an oil painting that depicts an arid landscape with clouds
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Sam, " Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Derek Harrison's (US based) "Sam" is an oil painting that depicts a nude female model with pink
Category
2010s American Realist Nude Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Shortcut, Original Oil Painting
By Mark Harrison
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison's (UK based) "Shortcut" is an oil painting that depicts an urban street with a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Steeltown, Original Oil Painting
By Mark Harrison
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison's (UK based) "Steeltown" is an oil painting that depicts a factory with smokestacks
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Ham Rock" Oil Painting
By Mark Harrison
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison's (UK based) "Ham Rock" is an oil painting that depicts an arid landscape with clouds
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
British Contemporary Art by Tobias Harrison - Self Entwined
By Tobias Harrison
Located in Paris, IDF
Tobias Harrison is a British figurative painter born in 1950 who lives & works in Menton, France.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 11.03 in Dm 11.03 in
British Contemporary Art by Tobias Harrison - Maternal Siren
By Tobias Harrison
Located in Paris, IDF
Tobias Harrison is a British figurative painter born in 1950 who lives & works in Menton, France.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 25.99 in W 19.69 in D 1.58 in
British Contemporary Art by Tobias Harrison - Vitrurian Woman
By Tobias Harrison
Located in Paris, IDF
Tobias Harrison is a British figurative painter born in 1950 who lives & works in Menton, France.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 23.63 in W 25.2 in D 1.58 in
"Frontage Road" Oil Painting
By Mark Harrison
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison's (UK based) "Frontage Road" is an oil painting that depicts an arid landscape with
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"CERULEAN SPRING" BLUEBONNETS ERIC HARRISON, TEXAS HILL COUNTRY LANDSCAPE
By Eric Harrison
Located in San Antonio, TX
: Oil
2022
"Cerulean Spring" Bluebonnets
Biography
Eric Harrison (Born 1971)
“I went to the woods
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Station Blue" Original Oil Painting
By Mark Harrison
Located in Denver, CO
"Station Blue" by Mark Harrison (United Kingdom) is a handmade landscape oil painting that is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
All Nite, Original Oil Painting
By Mark Harrison
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison's (UK based) "All Nite" is an oil painting that depicts a dark city at night with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
British Contemporary Art by Tobias Harrison - Room For Apples
By Tobias Harrison
Located in Paris, IDF
Tobias Harrison is a British figurative painter born in 1950 who lives & works in Menton, France.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 7.88 in W 13.39 in D 1.19 in
British Contemporary Art by Tobias Harrison - A Perfect Pair
By Tobias Harrison
Located in Paris, IDF
Tobias Harrison is a British figurative painter born in 1950 who lives & works in Menton, France.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 9.45 in W 10.63 in D 1.19 in
British Contemporary Art by Tobias Harrison - Pity pour Cindy
By Tobias Harrison
Located in Paris, IDF
Tobias Harrison is a British figurative painter born in 1950 who lives & works in Menton, France.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 27.56 in W 23.63 in D 0.79 in
British Contemporary Art by Tobias Harrison - Bobbling for Knowledge
By Tobias Harrison
Located in Paris, IDF
Tobias Harrison is a British figurative painter born in 1950 who lives & works in Menton, France.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 27.56 in W 17.33 in D 1.58 in
British Contemporary Art by Tobias Harrison - Don't Look Behind
By Tobias Harrison
Located in Paris, IDF
Tobias Harrison is a British figurative painter born in 1950 who lives & works in Menton, France.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 11.82 in W 20.48 in D 0.79 in
"High Over Madurai" By Mark Harrison, Original Impressionist Cityscape
By Mark Harrison
Located in Denver, CO
High Over Madurai
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
"Valley of the Rocks" Oil Painting
By Mark Harrison
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison's (UK based) "Valley of the Rocks" is an oil painting that depicts an arid landscape
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"REHE IM MORGENLICHT" DEER IN MORNING LIGHT ERIC HARRISON FRAMED 36 X 30
By Eric Harrison
Located in San Antonio, TX
: Oil
2021
"Rehe im Morgenlicht" Deer in Morning Light
Bio & Artist Statement Eric Harrison
“I went to
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
British Contemporary Art by Tobias Harrison - Coming Out of Her Shell
By Tobias Harrison
Located in Paris, IDF
Tobias Harrison is a British figurative painter born in 1950 who lives & works in Menton, France.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 18.12 in W 21.66 in D 1.58 in
Wrong Side of the Tracks, Original Oil Painting
By Mark Harrison
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison's (UK based) "Wrong Side of the Tracks" is an oil painting that depicts an
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"East Berkeley and Harrison Ave", Cityscape, Boston, Red, Oil Painting, 2019
By Chris Plunkett
Located in Natick, MA
Chris Plunkett’s “East Berkeley and Harrison Ave” is a 30 x 30 inch oil painting on cradled birch
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
H 30 in W 30 in D 2.5 in
"Playing with Grandfather" Tomkins Harrison Matteson, Family Genre Scene
Located in New York, NY
Tomkins Harrison Matteson
Playing with Grandfather, 1869
Signed and dated lower left
Oil on canvas
Category
1860s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Home Sweet Home" - Oil on Canvas Winter Cabin Landscape Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison’s “Home Sweet Home” (2024) is a masterful oil on canvas capturing a winter forest
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 15.75 in W 39.37 in
"Rough Seas", Mid Century Seascape by Hartzell Harrison Ray 1969
By Hartzell Harrison Ray
Located in Soquel, CA
"Rough Seas", Mid Century Seascape by Hartzell Harrison Ray 1969
Gorgeous mid century seascape
Category
1960s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Passing Through" - Oil on Canvas Landscape Painting with Mountains and River
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison’s "Passing Through" is a panoramic oil painting that captures the majesty and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Saturns Gate - Large Tall Contemporary Cubist Monochrome Oil Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles artist Harrison Gilman graduated from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts. In 2018 his
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Charcoal
Homeward Bound - Nocturne Oil Seascape Painting with Moonlight and Fishing Boat
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison’s "Homeward Bound" (2024) is a masterful oil on canvas seascape capturing the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Home Alone" - Coastal Oil Painting With Dramatic Cliffs and Sunset Sky
By Mark Harrison
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison’s “Home Alone” (2024) is a striking original oil painting that captures the haunting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Rolling Seas", San Mateo Coast Landscape by Hartzell Harrison Ray
By Hartzell Harrison Ray
Located in Soquel, CA
Beautiful seascape by California artist Hartzell Harrison Ray (American, 1896-1991). Signed H. Ray
Category
1970s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Out Of Town" - Nocturne Oil Painting With Swamp Cabin and Cypress Trees
By Mark Harrison
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison’s "Out Of Town" is an original, handmade oil painting that captures the mysterious
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Out in the Cold" - Oil Landscape Painting With Snowy Cabin and Mountains
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison's "Home and Dry" is an original, handmade oil painting that captures a fleeting yet
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 11.87 in W 31.5 in D 1 in
"Phone Home" - Oil Landscape Painting With Desert, Power Lines, and Distant Hous
Located in Denver, CO
Mark Harrison’s "Phone Home" (2024) is a captivating original oil painting that immerses viewers in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Grand Manan" Harrison Bird Brown, Maine Landscape, Hudson River School Seascape
By Harrison Bird Brown
Located in New York, NY
Harrison Bird Brown (1831 - 1915)
Grand Manan
Oil on canvas
12 x 20 inches
Signed with initials
Category
Late 19th Century Hudson River School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Helter Skelter - Large Contemporary Cubist Terracotta Orange Oil Painting Canvas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles artist Harrison Gilman graduated from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts. In 2018 his
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Two Pears (2nd) Oil painting on Panel 12" x 12" Realism Small Painting Series
By David Harrison
Located in Houston, TX
Two Pears
Realism
oil painting on panel
12" x 12"
David Harrison, is a master in the style of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Two Pears Oil painting on Panel 12" x 12" Realism Small Painting Series Pears
By David Harrison
Located in Houston, TX
Two Pears
Realism
oil painting on panel
12" x 12"
David Harrison, is a master in the style of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Mid Century Big Sur Seascape Oil Painting
By Hartzell Harrison Ray
Located in Soquel, CA
Mid Century Original Big Sur Seascape Oil Painting
Gorgeous mid century Big Sur seascape oil
Category
1960s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Masonite
H 12.75 in W 17.2 in D 0.63 in
Song of the Sea - Large Contemporary Cubist Colorful Green Oil Painting Canvas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles artist Harrison Gilman graduated from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts. In 2018 his
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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Find the exact harrison oil painting you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Find contemporary versions now, or shop for contemporary creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. If you’re looking for a harrison oil painting from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right harrison oil painting for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, gray, black and beige. Finding an appealing harrison oil painting — no matter the origin — is easy, but Willard Dixon, Ross Tamlin, Tracy Helgeson, Jane Bloodgood-Abrams and Eric Harrison each produced popular versions that are worth a look. Artworks like these — often created in paint, oil paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.
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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.
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Questions About Harrison Oil Painting
- 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. - 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- 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 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. - 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To 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, 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.
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