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Monet's Garden Impression, Oil Painting
By Lisa Elley
Located in San Francisco, CA
, travel, oil paintingMonet's Garden ImpressionLisa ElleyOil painting on stretched
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

First Impression, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Elohim Sanchez
Located in Yardley, PA
First Impression by Elohim Sanchez Oil on canvas 24? x 30? Year: 2014 :: Painting :: Abstract
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

IMPRESSION IN PINK, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Bill Stone
Located in Yardley, PA
Still life of fresh flowers in a vase. (Side-stapled canvas, should be framed.) :: Painting
Category

Early 2000s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Estuary Impressions, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel
By Linda Yurgensen
Located in Yardley, PA
I love experimenting and in this piece I used cold wax mixed in with the oil paint. I love how the
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Jianfeng Lu Contemporary Original Oil Painting "Blue Impression"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Blue Impression Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 23.5 x 23 inches Frame: Framing options
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Walensee. Impression of Heidiland. Original oil impasto painting, impressionism.
Located in Zofingen, AG
environmentally friendly oil colors with natural pigment. Color on computer monitors may vary. The painting was
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Wind Impression, abstract landscape painting, contemporary oil on linen
By Maria Jose Concha
Located in Dallas, TX
Maria Jose Concha Impresiones, 2016 Oil and mixed media on linen 16h x 31.5w x 3d in 40h x 80w x 5d
Category

2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Linen

"Impression of a Peacock" Oil Painting by Robin Hextrum
By Robin Hextrum
Located in Denver, CO
Robin Hextrum's (US based) "Impression of a Peacock" is a colorful oil painting that depicts a
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil, Wood Panel

Impression
By Donald S. Vogel
Located in Dallas, TX
Donald Vogel’s paintings reflect his interest in seeking beauty in life and in sharing pleasure
Category

Late 20th Century American Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Bo Song Landscape Original Oil Painting "Impressions of Yimeng Mountain"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Impressions of Yimeng Mountain Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 20 x 15.5 inches Frame
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Spring Impression near Mount Fuji / oil impasto painting, Sakura bloom.
Located in Zofingen, AG
bright unusual works in modern technology mix-media and encaustic. Most of her oil paintings are created
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Tree in Spring Leaves Radiating the Sun impression, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Gav Banns
Located in Yardley, PA
board. It has been left to dry before being varnished. :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece comes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Impression of Trees Landscape Impressionism Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
By Vahe Yeremyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Vahe Yeremyan Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Oil on
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"The Impressions of Gail", Abstract Yellow Oil Painting by Youri Broitman
By Youri Yehuda Broitman
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Youri Yehuda Broitman, Russian (1956 - ) Title: The Impressions of Gail Year: 1991 Medium
Category

1990s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Sunday Sunrise" oil painting on wood panel, impressions of colorful sky
By Ben Fenske
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
painting that is nearly abstract. Ben Fenske (b. 1978) although a native of Minnesota, and has been
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

"Van Gogh's vibrations" Square large oil painting . Floral. Irises .Impressions
Located in Oslo, NO
by a certificate of authenticity. By purchasing paintings by Nadezda Stupina, you make a smart
Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Populus Impression
Located in New York, NY
Title: Populus Impression Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 15.5 x 12inches Frame: Framing options
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Summer impressions
Located in Zofingen, AG
Summer impressions Original painting, inspired by summery feelings. Andrei Sitsko has painted a
Category

2010s Color-Field Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Summer impressions
Summer impressions
H 29.14 in W 29.14 in D 0.79 in
Upright Impression
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Upright Impression" by John Ali captures the innocence, resilience, and curiosity of youth through
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Conceptual Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Upright Impression
Upright Impression
H 40 in W 36 in D 1 in
Framed Oil on Canvas "Nocturnal Impressions", Michael Reibel
By Michael Reibel
Located in Savannah, GA
Oil on canvas framed painting "Nocturnal Impressions" by Michael Reibel. Unframed 36" x 24" Born
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Impressions landscape, Landscape Paintings, Going up to Silverton.
By Lynn Gertenbach
Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA
The artist Lynn signed painting signed lower right. Without framed size is 30"x30", oil on canvas.
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Lilacs Impression
By Vahe Yeremyan
Located in San Francisco, CA
and a master’s degree in painting and a PhD in Fine Art Therapy.Lilacs ImpressionVahe
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Impression-3
Located in Riga, LV
Valery Baida was born in 1958 in Russia. From 1983 to 1989 he studied at the All-Union State Institute of Cinematography at the Faculty of Arts. Taken part in exhibitions since 1983....
Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Impression-3
Impression-3
H 11.82 in W 35.44 in D 1.19 in
Original oil-Golden Morning Light-British Awarded Artist-Impression
Located in London, GB
Original Painting, Oil, Acrylic and Gesso on Canvas Board. 60 x 40 x 0.4 CM - a larger canvas board
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Oil, Acrylic

Lin Shurong Impressionist Original Oil On Canvas "Venice Impression I"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Venice Impression I Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 25 x 21 inches Frame: Framing options
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Lin Shurong Impressionist Original Oil On Canvas "Venice Impression VI"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Venice Impression VI Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 24 x 20 inches Frame: Framing options
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Lin Shurong Impressionist Original Oil On Canvas "Venice Impression IV"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Venice Impression IV Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 23 x 20 inches Frame: Framing options
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Yellow Impression - Oil on Canvas by G. Lo Fermo - 2020
By Giorgio Lo Fermo
Located in Roma, IT
Fermo in 2020. Original oil painting on canvas. Hand signed and dated by the artist on the back: G
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Bihua Gong Floral Original Oil On Canvas "Lotus Impression"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Lotus Impression Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 23.5 x 23.5 inches Frame: Framing options
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Original Oil-Large-Autumn in London-Impression Expression-British AwardedArtist
Located in London, GB
their decade-long walks. detail: Original painting, Autumn in London, No 5 Oil, acrylic and moulding
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Impression - Abstract Painting Orange Green Blue Turquoise Pink Red White
By Nikolay Yanakiev
Located in Sofia, BG
"Impression" is an oil painting by Nikolay Yanakiev. The vivid colors of his paintings bring
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Subtle Impression (inner red)
By Shingo Francis
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Utilizing interference paints – a medium of crushed, titanium-coated mica that refracts light - the colors in these pieces shimmer and shift depending on the angle of the viewer and ...
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Impression Sunrise 2021, Lee Tiller, Original Realist Landscape Water Painting
By Lee Tiller
Located in Deddington, GB
Impression Sunrise 2021 [2021] original Oil on stretched canvas Image size: H:60 cm x W:80 cm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Impression de Brume - Impressionist Figure in Landscape Oil by Edouard Cortes
By Édouard Leon Cortès
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Signed figure in riverscape oil on panel circa 1920 by sought after French impressionist painter
Category

1920s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Mountain Lake. Impression - Landscape Painting Blue White Green Yellow Pink
By Krasimira Mihailova
Located in Sofia, BG
"Mountain Lake. Impression" is an impressionist painting by Maestro Krassimira Mihaylova. About
Category

Early 2000s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Impressions contemporary, Venezia no. II.
By Narek Arakelyan
Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA
This oil painting by Narek Arakelian beautifully captures the enchanting atmosphere of Venice, a
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Impressions of Nature: After Rousseau
By Théodore Rousseau
Located in Stockholm, SE
This charming landscape painting, clearly influenced by the style of the French artist Théodore
Category

Late 19th Century Naturalistic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paper, Oil

The Promise, American Artist, Impression, Figurative Painting, Women in the Arts
Located in Houston, TX
The Promise, oil on canvas and plexiglass by artist Honora Jacob, is rich in color, symbols and
Category

2010s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Original Oil-Autumn in London-Plein Air-British Awarded Artist-Large-impression
Located in London, GB
( measurement without frame) Large Canvas, Original Painting -Oil, Moulding medium, Acrylic and Gesso on canvas
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic, Gesso

Impressions de New York No. 3
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
presented his first personal exhibition, composed of an ensemble of surrealist paintings of professional
Category

1960s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Impressions of Fall, Oil Painting
By Lisa Elley
Located in San Francisco, CA
, impressionism, landscape, nature, representational, oil painting, yellowImpressions of Fall
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

Sustainable development, navy semi abstraction, impressions minimalism seascape
Located in Vienna, AT
. 40x50x2 Oil on canvas 2024 ________________________________________________ The intense blue surface
Category

2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic

„Blue sea“, navy semi abstraction, impressions minimalism seascape
Located in Vienna, AT
There’s something ethereal, almost magical, about contemporary paintings. Due to the intense play
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic

Pair of Landscapes - The Torrent and The Blue Impression
Located in PARIS, FR
, n°773 Blue impression 1930 Oil on canvas 81 x 54.5 cm Signed lower right Label on the reverse
Category

1930s Abstract Geometric Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Blue seascape, sky- skyline, semi abstraction, impressions minimalism
Located in Vienna, AT
rendition of computers and phones may differ from the original painting colors
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic

Peace - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Impasto, Impression, Africa Woman
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
Abiodun Nafiu Azeez is an accomplished artist with a diverse background in contemporary painting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Dining on the Grand Canal - Venetian architecture original impression waterscape
By Ian Hargreaves
Located in London, Chelsea
Venice in this original oil painting. This inviting scene is imbued with beautiful light and shade
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Under the Impression (Abstract, Expressionism, Green, Teal, Purple, 25% OFF)
By Katherine Bello
Located in Kansas City, MO
Katherine Bello Under the Impression Oil and oil stick on canvas 2023 Size: 30x30x1.5in Signed
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

"Blue Impressions" by Steven H. Rehfeld - Textured Blue Contemporary Abstract
By Steven H. Rehfeld
Located in Carmel, CA
Steven H. Rehfeld (American, born 1954) "Blue Impressions" 1980 Oil Paint, Mixed Media, Paper, Tape
Category

1980s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paper, Tape, Ink, Mixed Media, Oil, Graphite, Stretcher Bars

Transendental Abstraction by William Schwartz Titled Impressions of the West #7
By William S. Schwartz
Located in Chicago, IL
A Transendental Abstraction by famed Chicago Modernist, William S. Schwartz titled "Impressions of
Category

1940s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Masonite, Oil

Original Quartet of Jardin d'Hiver--Impasto-British Awarded Artist-Impression
Located in London, GB
collections with confidence. About the Paintings: Jardin d'Hiver Series is Shizico Yi's latest collection
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Original Diptych II-Impasto-Jardin d'Hiver-British Awarded Artist-Impression
Located in London, GB
for the summer left behind. Reflecting on the vibrant days spent painting en plein air, she revisits
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Original Diptych-Impasto-Jardin d'Hiver Series-British Awarded Artist-Impression
Located in London, GB
for the summer left behind. Reflecting on the vibrant days spent painting en plein air, she revisits
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Original-Impasto-Moonlit Jardin d'Hiver Series-British Awarded Artist-Impression
Located in London, GB
for the summer left behind. Reflecting on the vibrant days spent painting en plein air, she revisits
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Original-Impasto-Dahlias Jardin d'Hiver Series-British Awarded Artist-Impression
Located in London, GB
winter studio while longing for the summer left behind. Reflecting on the vibrant days spent painting en
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Original-Dahlias-Impasto-Jardin d'Hiver Series-British Awarded Artist-Impression
Located in London, GB
winter studio while longing for the summer left behind. Reflecting on the vibrant days spent painting en
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Original-Dahlias-British Awarded Artist-Impression-Impasto-Jardin d'Hiver Series
Located in London, GB
winter studio while longing for the summer left behind. Reflecting on the vibrant days spent painting en
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

„Night lake in Ukraine“ Blue abstract impressions minimalism seascape, water sky
Located in Vienna, AT
There’s something ethereal, almost magical, about contemporary paintings. Due to the intense play
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic

Original Triptych-Rosarian1-2-3-British School-Brit Awarded Artist-impression
Located in London, GB
Summer Bloom series began in 2022, where Shizico Yi celebrating the season by painting en plein air
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Lilies
By Jane Peterson
Located in Fairlawn, OH
impressions of life. Peterson’s early oil paintings from Europe often show flat generalized areas of color
Category

1950s American Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Lilies
Lilies
H 29 in W 23 in
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Impression Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of impression oil paintings is available on 1stDibs. There are many Abstract, Impressionist and Modern versions of these works for sale. These items have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a colorful pieces of art to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — see the impression oil paintings on 1stDibs that include elements of gray, black, brown, blue and more. Many versions of these artworks are appealing in their rich colors and composition, but Vahe Yeremyan, Egidius Knops, Bogomir Bogdanovic, Youri Yehuda Broitman and Mona Maria Ciciovan produced especially popular works that are worth a look. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paint, oil paint and fabric. Some impression oil paintings are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller iterations, measuring # 6 inches across, are available.

How Much are Impression Oil Paintings?

Prices for pieces in our collection of impression oil paintings start at $375 and top out at $25,000 with the average selling for $1,983.

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 paintings, landscape paintings, still-life paintings and other original 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 emerging artists and more today.

Questions About Impression Oil Paintings
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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.
  • 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 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 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 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.

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