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Maurice Kent - 20th Century Oil, Swallow Falls
Located in Corsham, GB
A wonderful oil deception of the idyllic Swallow Falls in the hills of North Wales. The artist has
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Vintage Rockwell Kent Copy of "Vermont Winter 1921" Oil on Canvas Painting, 1960
By Rockwell Kent
Located in Baltimore, MD
This large painting is a ca. 1960 copy of a famous Rockwell Kent painting that was executed in
Category

1960s American Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Kent R Wallis (1945-Active) "A Wooded Lane" Oil Paint on Canvas
By Kent Wallis
Located in San Francisco, CA
Kent R Wallis (1945-Active) "A Wooded Lane" Oil Paint on Canvas Unframed 24" x 36 Framed: 25" x
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mountain Lake, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, representational, oil painting, greenMountain LakeKent SullivanOil painting on canvas board
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Winter in Kent, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
colour. Painted in oils on canvas and offered for sale framed. :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Cedar Point, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
painting, brownCedar PointKent SullivanOil painting on stretched canvas
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Lake Mullet, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, representational, oil painting, greenLake MulletKent SullivanOil painting on canvas board
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Legion Bridge, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
. Kent likes to travel and paint places that hold a certain beauty, and captivate the imagination
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Jackson Creek Florida, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, water, oilpaint, nature, realism, oil painting, greenJackson Creek FloridaKent Sullivan
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sharks Tooth, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
hope you like the art for it's own sake. The way this painting is done requires a lot of paint layers
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Good Morning Sunshine, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
painting, greenGood Morning SunshineKent SullivanOil painting on stretched canvas
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sunset at Moss Creek, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
painting, orangeSunset at Moss CreekKent SullivanOil painting on stretched canvas
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Bacharach on the Rhine, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
streets. Wine tasting is like a local sport here. It is a painting waiting to be painted with a rich
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Boats on Lake Monroe, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
of the gentle evening wind. Painting water is a favorite subject of mine. Great attention to the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Battery Hill at White Cottage Fairlight England, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
sea drifts into my nostrils, and I think of heaven. Thank you Lord for such places. :: Painting
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Kent Ten Cote, Danish Summer Logging Scene by Water
Located in San Francisco, CA
Kent Ten Cote, Danish Summer Logging Scene by Water Early 20th century 15.75 x 23.75 unframed
Category

Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Culprit Oil Painting on Canvas Colourful Contemporary In Stock
By Kent Knowles
Located in Utrecht, NL
Balance Oil Painting Colourful Contemporary In Stock Kent Knowles is an American figurative
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Plans Oil Painting on Canvas Contemporary Colourful Art In Stock
By Kent Knowles
Located in Utrecht, NL
Plans Oil Painting on Canvas Contemporary Colourful Art In Stock Kent Knowles is an American
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Balans Balance Colorful Napsack Stuff Carry Oil on Linnen Big Painting In Stock
By Kent Knowles
Located in Utrecht, NL
Balans Balance Colorful Napsack Stuff Carry Oil on Linnen Big Painting In Stock Kent Knowles is an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Receding Tide (Deal, Kent), Oil Pastel Painting by Pamela Burns, 1998
By Pamela Burns
Located in Kingsclere, GB
Receding Tide (Deal, Kent), Oil Pastel Painting by Pamela Burns B. 1938, 1998 Additional
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel

Rother Valley Landscape Kent - British 1950's art harvest oil painting
By Laurence Henry Irving
Located in London, GB
This interesting British landscape oil painting is by noted artist Laurence Henry Irving. Painted
Category

1940s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Elegy to a Dead Tree - Kent Landscape - British 1950's art oil painting
By Laurence Henry Irving
Located in London, GB
This superb British 1950's landscape oil painting is by noted artist Laurence Henry Irving. Painted
Category

1950s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Very Large British Victorian Oil Painting Portrait of Young Artist Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Young Artist by Thomas Kent Pelham (act.1860-1891, British) signed oil on canvas, framed in a
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century landscape oil painting of sheep on a clifftop near Herne Bay, Kent
By William Sidney Cooper
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
William Sidney Cooper British, (1854-1927) Near Herne Bay, Kent Oil on canvas, signed & dated 1923
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Coffee Pot - British exh art 1960s floral still life oil painting flowers
By Mary Kent Harrison
Located in London, GB
A stunning British RA exhibited still life oil painting by artist Mary Kent Harrison who exhibited
Category

Mid-20th Century Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Kent Lemon "Distant Thunder" Oil on Canvas Colorado Landscape Painting Moose
Located in Dayton, OH
"Distant Thunder" by Kent B Lemon A vivid landscape featuring two moose graising by the river
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Clifford Nickson (1903-1993) - 20th Century Oil, At Chevening, Kent
Located in Corsham, GB
A fine study of a landscape study by the British artist Clifford Nickson. Handwritten label to the reverse. Well presented in a substantial wooden frame. Signed. On canvas board.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

A Garden in Kent
By Donald Jurney
Located in Wenham, MA
A beautiful oil painting on linen panel by master artist Donald Jurney. This piece is painted on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

After Clark Kent II
By Carlos Tirado
Located in ATLANTA, GA
different materials like wood, waste and plaster. His childhood games were centered around painting and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media

Classic American Winter Landscape Signed G. Kent
Located in Larchmont, NY
G. Kent Untitled, c. 1880-1910 Oil on canvas 10 x 12 1/4 in. 12 x 14 1/8 x 1 3/8 in. Signed lower
Category

Early 20th Century Folk Art Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Summer Somewhere, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
A sunny afternoon in Kent. I was composing the painting when three girls came and sat down on the
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Lovely American Impressionist New England Shore Painting by Elisha K. Wetherill
By Elisha Kent Kane Wetherill
Located in Baltimore, MD
unsigned, as this one is. The painting measures just over 6” x 8”, is oil on board, unsigned, but noted on
Category

1920s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil on canvas : Cattle near the cliffs of Herne Bay KENT by Thomas Syndey Cooper
By Thomas Sidney Cooper
Located in Gent, VOV
in Canterbury, Kent, and as a small child he began to show strong artistic inclinations, but the
Category

1880s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Untitled
Located in New York, NY
Doug Kent's works are inspired from the landscape around him as well as surrealism.
Category

1980s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Untitled
H 28 in W 18 in D 1 in
Weathertop
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist CommentsKent Sullivan draws ideas for paintings from a variety of sources - plein
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Weathertop
Weathertop
H 12 in W 20 in D 0.5 in
Charleston Harbor
Located in San Francisco, CA
!”Charleston HarborKent SullivanOil painting on canvas boardVarnished and Ready
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Charleston Harbor
Charleston Harbor
H 11 in W 14 in D 0.25 in
26 Miles Across the Sea
Located in San Francisco, CA
!”26 Miles Across the SeaKent SullivanOil painting on canvas boardVarnished and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Hidden Falls
Located in San Francisco, CA
my autograph!”Hidden FallsKent SullivanOil painting on canvas boardReady to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Hidden Falls
Hidden Falls
H 20 in W 16 in D 0.25 in
Brilliant Wave
Located in San Francisco, CA
/>Oil painting on stretched canvasOne-of-a-kindSigned on front201716 in. h x 20
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Brilliant Wave
Brilliant Wave
H 20 in W 16 in D 0.75 in
Hooker Falls
Located in San Francisco, CA
came up and asked me for my autograph!”Hooker FallsKent SullivanOil painting on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Hooker Falls
Hooker Falls
H 20 in W 16 in D 0.5 in
1940's Portrait of Cairn Terrier Dog Oil Painting Fine British Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
titled to the lower corner oil painting on wood panel: 14 x 18 inches framed condition: very good and
Category

Mid-20th Century Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Winter Landscape with Sheep, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
A Kent landscape under snow, painted in oils on canvas. :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Headdress Profile
By Kent Williams
Located in Chicago, IL
Kent Williams’ work melds the rigor of technical prowess with the iconoclast’s impulse to disrupt
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait with Pom-Poms
By Kent Williams
Located in Chicago, IL
Kent Williams’ work melds the rigor of technical prowess with the iconoclast’s impulse to disrupt
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Copper

Tracy with Raffia Crown
By Kent Williams
Located in Chicago, IL
Kent Williams’ work melds the rigor of technical prowess with the iconoclast’s impulse to disrupt
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Nude Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Shining Field, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, landscape, representational, oil painting, greenShining FieldKent SullivanOil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

Greco Roman Classical Wrestlers Oil Painting
Located in Rochester, NY
Late 20th century modernist oil painting of Greco Roman wrestlers done in the classical style. By
Category

20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Handmade Paper

Island Path III, Original Photorealist Painting, Oil Painting, Affordable Art
By Dylan Lloyd
Located in Deddington, GB
Dylan Lloyd Island Path III Original Oil Painting on Canvas Oil Paint on Canvas Framed in a White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

Eve Audierne Mountain View Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Eve Audierne Mountain View Landscape Oil Painting Artist signed lower right corner, Oil on canvas
Category

1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Contact Painting Twins Abstract Expressionist Diptych OIl Painting Rainer Gross
By Rainer Gross
Located in Surfside, FL
Rainer Gross (American, b. 1957) "Neal Twins" (in two parts)," 2000, Oil diptych painting on panel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil

Early morning over Weald of Kent BY CHRISTO SHARPE, Original Contemporary Art
By Christo Sharpe
Located in Deddington, GB
Christo Sharpe Early Morning over Weald of Kent Original Oil Painting This view of the Weald from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th Century landscape oil painting of sheep
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
across the south of England, painting views of Surrey, Kent, Sussex and Essex. He also painted in Wales
Category

19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Sovereign and Kurrewa America’s Cup Interest Oil Painting
By Claude Muncaster
Located in Holywell, GB
Claude MUNCASTER (1903-1974) Sovereign and Kurrewa America’s Cup Interest Oil Painting A sparkling
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Summer Garden Study II by Dylan Lloyd, Botanical painting, original oil painting
Located in Deddington, GB
a piece may look Summer Garden Study II is an original oil painting, featuring a macro look into the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

19th Century river landscape oil painting near Pangbourne
By Henry H. Parker
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
excellent condition. Condition: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in
Category

19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Oil Painting by William Anslow Thornley "Fresh Water - Thames"
By William Anslow Thornley
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by William Anslow Thornley "Fresh Water - Thames" flourished 1858- 1904 Popular
Category

19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century pair of winter landscape oil paintings
By George Augustus Williams
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
antique oil paintings, these works are offered in ready to hang gallery condition, having been
Category

19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

The Medway, Rochester - Large Modern British Kent Landscape Watercolor Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
River Medway at Rochester in Kent. Fine quality and important pre-war view of Rochester by this
Category

1930s Modern Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Please Sir - Framed Original Photorealist Dog Oil Painting
By Stuart Dunkel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stuart Dunkel has spent decades refining his hyper-realistic oil paintings. He paints realistic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Untitled abstract expressionist oil painting by Cleveland School artist
By Richard Andres
Located in Beachwood, OH
Mention, Painting - 1977 Canton Art Institute, Fall Shows Honorable Mention, Oil - 1969 Best in Show, Oil
Category

1950s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

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Kent Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of kent oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. Finding the perfect contemporary, Impressionist or Old Masters examples of these works for your space is difficult — today, we have a vast range of variations and more on offer. These items have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a colorful piece of art to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — see the kent oil paintings on 1stDibs that include elements of brown, gray, black, beige and more. Kent Williams, Kent Wallis, Kent Knowles, Daniel Sherrin and Alice Kent Stoddard took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in oil paint, paint and fabric.

How Much are Kent Oil Paintings?

Prices for pieces in our collection of kent oil paintings start at $391 and top out at $34,000 with the average selling for $3,631.

Finding the Right paintings for You

Painting is an art form that has spanned innumerable cultures, with artists using the medium to tell stories, explore and communicate ideas and express themselves. To bring abstract, landscape and still-life paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.

When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.

Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs. Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.

No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel. Download the 1stDibs app, which includes a handy “View on Wall” feature that allows you to see how a particular artwork will look on a particular wall, and read about how to arrange wall art. And if you’re searching for the perfect palette for your interior design project, what better place to turn than to the art world’s masters of color?

On 1stDibs, you’ll find an expansive collection of paintings and other fine art for your home or office. Browse abstract paintings, portrait paintings, paintings by popular artists and more today.

Questions About Kent Oil Paintings
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
  • 1stDibs 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 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.
  • 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
    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.
  • 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.

    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Oils typically command higher prices than acrylic paintings, because they generally require more skill.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Who made the largest oil painting in the world changes over time. While working in Valencia, Venezuela, in 2022, Italian artist Francesco Santoro created a work that is 2,033.84 square feet in size. It was used in the repair of a church that was damaged by an earthquake. Find a wide range of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Cy Twombly did use oil paint, although his method was quite unique. He would run his fingers in the paint to create channels, and would then use oil paint in ‘globs’. House paint overtop would then merge the paints into a completed piece. Shop a selection of Cy Twombly’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • David Brooker Fine Art
    David Brooker Fine ArtFebruary 23, 2021
    That depends on the size of the piece, the condition of the painting, and to some degree the value. also where you live.

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Despite the obstacles, the piece’s protagonist navigates the chaos without losing his humanity.

With Works Like ‘Yours Truly,’ Arthur Dove Pioneered Abstract Art in America

New York gallery Hirschl & Adler is exhibiting the bold composition by Dove — who’s hailed as the first American abstract painter — at this year’s Winter Show.

Donald Martiny’s Jumbo Brushstrokes Magnify the Undeniable Personality of Paint

How can a few simple gestures — writ extra, extra, extra large — contain so much beauty and drama?

Patrick Hughes’s 3D Painting Takes Us on a Magical Journey through Pop Art History

The illusions — and allusions — never end in this mind-boggling portrayal of an all-star Pop art show on a beach.

Mid-Century Americans Didn’t Know Antonio Petruccelli’s Name, but They Sure Knew His Art

The New York artist created covers for the nation’s most illustrious magazines. Now, the originals are on display as fine art.

Learn Why There Have Been So Many Great Women Painters

Featuring iconic works by more than 300 female artists, a new book makes a more than compelling case for casting off the patriarchal handcuffs that have bound the art historical canon for far too long.