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Military Figure Portrait Oil Painting Iran Impressionist Expressive Bold Signed
By Cyrus Afsary
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Portrait of a Soldier from Tehran" is an original oil painting by Cyrus Afsary. The artist signed
Category
1960s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Modernist Persian Iranian Middle Eastern Abstract Fereydoun Assa Oil Painting
Located in Surfside, FL
Fereydoun (Fred) Rahimi Assa (Iranian, b. 1936)
"Lonely Soul in Desert"
Oil and mixed media on
Category
20th Century Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Foil
Nasser Ovissi, 'Iranian, Born 1934' "Arabian Horse" Oil on Canvas Painting
By Nasser Ovissi
Located in New York, NY
Nasser Ovissi, (Iranian, Born 1934) "Arabian Horse" oil on canvas painting
Very fine quality
Category
20th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Nasser Ovissi, 'Iranian, Born 1934' "Safavid Lady" Oil on Canvas Painting
By Nasser Ovissi
Located in New York, NY
Nasser Ovissi, (Iranian, Born 1934) "Safavid Lady" oil on canvas painting
Very fine quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Nasser Ovissi, 'Iranian, Born 1934' "Four Blue Squares" Oil on Canvas Painting
By Nasser Ovissi
Located in New York, NY
Nasser Ovissi, (Iranian, Born 1934) "Four Blue Squares" oil on canvas painting.
Very fine quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Nasser Ovissi, 'Iranian, Born 1934' "Three Seated Girls" Oil on Canvas Painting
By Nasser Ovissi
Located in New York, NY
Nasser Ovissi, (Iranian, Born 1934) "Three Seated Girls" oil on canvas painting
Very fine quality
Category
20th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Nasser Ovissi, 'Iranian, Born 1934' "Four Seated Girls" Oil on Canvas Painting
By Nasser Ovissi
Located in New York, NY
Nasser Ovissi, (Iranian, Born 1934) "Four Seated Girls" oil on canvas painting
Very fine quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Nasser Ovissi 'Iranian, Born 1934' "King Cyrus The Great" Oil on Canvas Painting
By Nasser Ovissi
Located in New York, NY
Nasser Ovissi, 'Iranian, Born 1934' "Cyrus The Great" Oil on Canvas Painting.
Very fine quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Nasser Ovissi, 'Iranian, Born 1934' "Arabian Horses Triptych" Oil on Canvas
By Nasser Ovissi
Located in New York, NY
Nasser Ovissi, 'Iranian, Born 1934' "Arabian Horses Triptych" Oil on Canvas.
A rare and important
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Nasser Ovissi, 'Iranian, Born 1934' "Girl with Arabian Horses" Oil on Canvas
By Nasser Ovissi
Located in New York, NY
Nasser Ovissi, (Iranian, Born 1934) "Girl with Arabian Horses" oil on canvas painting
Very fine
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Nasser Ovissi, 'Iranian, Born 1934' "Queen Isabella I of Spain" Oil on Canvas
By Nasser Ovissi
Located in New York, NY
Nasser Ovissi, (Iranian, Born 1934) "Queen Isabella I of Spain" oil on canvas painting
Very fine
Category
20th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
'Standing Nude', Figural, Iranian, Teheran, San Francisco Bay Area, SFAI
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
An oil study of a man shown vigorously drying his hair with a towel. Signed lower left, 'Termeh
Category
1990s Post-Impressionist Nude Paintings
Materials
Graphite, Masonite, Oil, Watercolor
H 16 in W 8.25 in D 0.13 in
"Cool and Calm", Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Pegah Samaie's (CA based) "Cool and Calm" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a
Category
2010s Photorealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
"Where is Home?", Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Pegah Samaie's (CA based) "Where is Home?" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a
Category
2010s Photorealist Nude Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
Sotogrande, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Elena Done
Located in Yardley, PA
courtiers who played it in ancient Iran where it started. Over the years, the British popularized it
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Keeping Floating", Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Pegah Samaie's (CA based) "Keeping Floating" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts two
Category
2010s Photorealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
High Holidays Shofar Judaica Oil Painting
By Freda Leibovitz Reiter
Located in Surfside, FL
Television network. She received an Emmy for her work in connection with the Iranian hostage crisis.
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
'Woman Reclining', Iran, Accademia di Belle Arti di Perugia, Miami
By Hessam Abrishami
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
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Born in Iran, Abrishami grew up in a middle-class family and began painting at the age of fifteen. He
Category
Early 2000s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Paper
"Float Away from This Land", Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Pegah Samaie's (CA based) "Float Away from This Land" is an original, handmade oil painting that
Category
2010s Photorealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
'Woman with Cello', Iran, Accademia di Belle Arti di Perugia, Miami
By Hessam Abrishami
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
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Born in Iran, Abrishami grew up in a middle-class family and began painting at the age of fifteen. He
Category
Early 2000s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Laid Paper
Van Gogh. Oil figurative painting, Landscape, Colorful, Vibrant
By Iszchan Nazarian
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary oil on canvas figurative painting by Iszchan Nazarian. Painting is inspired by Van
Category
2010s Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Large post impressionist Framed Mid Century OIL PAINTING Cadaques Spain
Located in Cirencester, GB
Artist: Ginette Rapp (1928-1998) French
Title: "Cadaques Spain"
Medium: oil on canvas
Size: 93cm x
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 25.99 in W 36.62 in D 1.97 in
'Mont Sainte-Victoire' by Yves Brayer French Vintage Oil Painting
By Yves Brayer
Located in London, GB
'Mont Sainte-Victoire', oil on canvas, by Yves Brayer (circa 1960s). For Cezanne (1839-1906), his
Category
1960s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Cocoon - Parmis Sayous, 21st Century drawing, Iranian contemporary painter
By Parmis Sayous
Located in Paris, FR
composition
or decomposition of forms. In Iran, Parmis Sayous was not influenced by the Western painting
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Cardboard, Oil, Pastel
Untitled - Parmis Sayous 21st Century drawing, Iranian contemporary painter
By Parmis Sayous
Located in Paris, FR
Oil on paper
Created in 2019 in Paris, France
Unique work
Signed by the artist
Parmis Sayous was
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Oil, Paper
Untitled - Parmis Sayous 21st Century drawing, Iranian contemporary painter
By Parmis Sayous
Located in Paris, FR
Oil on paper
Created in 2019 in Paris, France
Unique work
Signed by the artist
Parmis Sayous was
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Oil, Paper
Untitled - Parmis Sayous 21st Century drawing, Iranian contemporary painter
By Parmis Sayous
Located in Paris, FR
forms. In Iran, Parmis Sayous was not influenced by the Western painting
because it was censored by the
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Oil, Paper
Rare Jewish Yemenite Family Oil Painting Israeli Judaica Itamar Siani
By Itamar Siani
Located in Surfside, FL
a ten-meter long oil painting depicting the immigration of the Yemenite Jews, which he worked on for
Category
1970s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Caravansary at Shiraz" Antique orientalist Black & White Oil Painting on Board
Located in Jacksonville, FL
black and white oil painting on canvas titled “Caravansary at Shiraz.” This particular painting measures
Category
19th Century Academic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
Early spring - XXI century, Oil figurative painting, Landscape, Cold tones
By Iszchan Nazarian
Located in Warsaw, PL
ISZCHAN NAZARIAN ( born in 1946) Artist of Iranian origin. In 1947 he moved with his family to
Category
2010s Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ora Sorensen "Bird and Grapes" Photorealistic Floral Oil Painting on Canvas
By Ora Sorensen
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This hyperrealist floral "Birds and Grapes" by artist Ora Sorensen is a 40x30 original oil painting
Category
2010s Photorealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Sunset Willow" Bright Abstract Expressionist oil painting of pond and tree
By Darius Yektai
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Sunset Willow" is a bright neo-abstract expressionist oil painting of a pond and weeping willow
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Resin, Epoxy Resin, Oil Pastel
"Worshippers" Oil on Wood Painting 23" x 16" inch by Mohammed Ismail
By Mohammed Ismail
Located in Culver City, CA
"Worshippers" Oil on Wood Painting 23" x 16" inch by Mohammed Ismail
1989
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Category
20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
"Abstract Triptych I" Oil Painting 25.5" x 55" inch by Mohammed Ismail
By Mohammed Ismail
Located in Culver City, CA
"Abstract Triptych I" Oil Painting 25.5" x 55" inch by Mohammed Ismail
1991
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Category
20th Century Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
H 25.5 in W 55 in D 1.5 in
Mid Century Modernist Israeli 'Sabra in Haifa' Landscape Harbor Oil Painting
By Bacia Gordon
Located in Surfside, FL
Genre: Classic
Subject: Portrait, Sabra in Haifa
Medium: Oil
Surface: Canvas
Country: United States
Category
1960s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Deconstruction IV" Abstract Oil Painting 28" x 20" inch by Mohammed Ismail
By Mohammed Ismail
Located in Culver City, CA
"Deconstruction IV" Abstract Oil Painting 28" x 20" inch by Mohammed Ismail
1989
ABOUT THE
Category
20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
"Green Lilies, Magenta Barn" 2022 oil and resin painting, abstract landscape
By Darius Yektai
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
sopping wet and thick. This process allows for a more three-dimensional experience of the painting. One
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Resin, Oil
Tinnitus #3 - Parmis Sayous 21st Century drawing, Iranian contemporary painter
By Parmis Sayous
Located in Paris, FR
of forms. In Iran, Parmis Sayous was not influenced by the Western painting
because it was censored
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Cardboard, Oil, Pastel
A Joy. Oil figurative painting, Landscape, Colorful, Vibrant
By Iszchan Nazarian
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary oil on canvas figurative painting by Iszchan Nazarian. Painting evokes Salvador Dali's
Category
2010s Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Canvas
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in
"Daniels Lane" contemporary oil on resin painting colorful modern farm landscape
By Darius Yektai
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
An oil painting of a landscape in Sagaponack NY. Lines radiate across the canvas towards the bottom
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Resin, Oil
"The Wind will Carry Us" figurative oil painting freedom transience life peace
By Clementine Chan
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
figures with their shadows as their only companion in vast landscapes. Her oil paintings carry a silent
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
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H 25.99 in W 33.86 in D 0.79 in
Sephardic Jewish Men Vibrant Judaica Vintage Oil Painting Israeli Artist Goldman
By Albert Goldman
Located in Surfside, FL
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ALBERT GOLDMAN Born in Alexandria, Egypt in 1922, Albert Goldman started drawing and painting at the age
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pueblo Near Santa Fe, New Mexico, 1930s Southwestern Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Oil on board landscape painting of a Pueblo near Santa Fe, New Mexico signed by artist Eliot Candee
Category
1930s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 23.5 in W 25 in D 1.75 in
"Camouflage" Abstract Painting Oil on Cartoon 20" x 14" inch by Mohammed Ismail
By Mohammed Ismail
Located in Culver City, CA
"Camouflage" Abstract Painting Oil on Cartoon 20" x 14" inch by Mohammed Ismail
1991
Signed
Category
20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
"Verdant Village" Oil on Canvas Painting 24" x 31" inch by Mohammed Ismail
By Mohammed Ismail
Located in Culver City, CA
"Verdant Village" Oil on Canvas Painting 24" x 31" inch by Mohammed Ismail
1989
ABOUT THE
Category
20th Century Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Seated Woman with Plant" Oil Painting 31" x 24" inch by Mohammed Ismail
By Mohammed Ismail
Located in Culver City, CA
"Seated Woman with Plant" Oil Painting 31" x 24" inch by Mohammed Ismail
1991
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Category
20th Century Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
'You and I', Abstract Female Figure, by Behnaz Sohrabian, Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This Abstract Painting of a Female Nude, 'You and I', by Behnaz Sohrabian, was created in 2019 and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Pink Flowers" Abstract Expressionist oil and resin painting of flora polka dots
By Darius Yektai
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
bright, colorful, with oil and acrylic paints laid on thick. He's creating sculptural paintings that
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Resin, Epoxy Resin, Raw Linen, Oil
"Tree" landscape oil painting nature symbol of life nature hope peace mind soul
By Clementine Chan
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
figures with their shadows as their only companion in vast landscapes. Her oil paintings carry a silent
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Clementine Chan"Tree" landscape oil painting nature symbol of life nature hope peace mind soul, 2017
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H 24.02 in W 29.93 in D 0.79 in
Desire for Heaven. Oil figurative painting, Landscape, Colorful, Vibrant
By Iszchan Nazarian
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary oil on canvas figurative painting by Iszchan Nazarian. Painting depicts figure
Category
2010s Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Saint Francis. Oil figurative painting, Landscape, Colorful, Vibrant, Portrait
By Iszchan Nazarian
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary oil on canvas figurative painting by Iszchan Nazarian. Painting depicts figure of
Category
2010s Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Saint Francis Oil figurative painting, Landscape, Colorful, Vibrant, Portrait
By Iszchan Nazarian
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary oil on canvas figurative painting by Iszchan Nazarian. Painting depicts figure of
Category
2010s Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
An Angel. Oil figurative painting, Landscape, Colorful, Vibrant, Portrait
By Iszchan Nazarian
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary oil on canvas figurative painting by Iszchan Nazarian. Painting depicts side profile
Category
2010s Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
"Abstraction IX" Oil on Wood Abstract Painting 24" x 8" inch by Mohammed Ismail
By Mohammed Ismail
Located in Culver City, CA
"Abstraction IX" Oil on Wood Abstract Painting 24" x 8" inch by Mohammed Ismail
1989
ABOUT THE
Category
20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
Ora Sorensen, "White Rose", Photorealistic Flower Oil Painting on Canvas
By Ora Sorensen
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This hyperrealist floral "White Rose" by artist Ora Sorensen is a 36x36 original oil painting on
Category
2010s Photorealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Abstract Triptych II" Oil on Canvas Painting 23" x 60" inch by Mohammed Ismail
By Mohammed Ismail
Located in Culver City, CA
"Abstract Triptych II" Oil on Canvas Painting 23" x 60" inch by Mohammed Ismail
1991
ABOUT THE
Category
20th Century Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood
Fauvist Pastel by Iranian American modernist Simon Samsonian
Located in Larchmont, NY
Athens, a solo exhibition of his works, exhibiting 14 oil paintings and 24 water colours, sponsored by
Category
1990s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Pastel
Ora Sorensen, "Flecked", 20x20 White Rose Floral Oil Painting on Canvas
By Ora Sorensen
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This painting, "Flecked", is a 20x20 oil painting on canvas by artist Ora Sorensen. Featured is
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ora Sorensen, "Morning Dew", 20x20 Red Rose Floral Still Life Oil Painting
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This painting, "Morning Dew", is a 20x20 oil painting on canvas by artist Ora Sorensen. Featured is
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ora Sorensen, "Pink Rose", 20x20 Floral Still Life Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This painting, "Pink Rose", is a 20x20 oil painting on canvas by artist Ora Sorensen. Featured is
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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- What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Oils typically command higher prices than acrylic paintings, because they generally require more skill.
- Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 18, 2021The cost of an original oil painting has a very wide range. For emerging new artist could be in the lower end, ranging from the $500 to $10,000 depending on the size and subject matter, for the mid-career artists who are already established, their prices range in the thousands and hundreds of thousands of dollars and lastly the original oil painting art of very established and popular artists that could have auction records in the millions of dollars. In this category are some of the well known examples of the old master paintings and other contemporary artworks.
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