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"Rain King" Oil Painting
By Shelli Langdale
Located in Denver, CO
Shelli Langdale's "Rain King" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a feminine figure
Category
2010s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
Fetching Water by the River /// British Impressionism Yeend King Oil Painting
By Henry John Yeend King
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
King lower left
Circa: 1890
Medium: Original Oil Painting on Canvas
Framing: Framed in a gold gesso
Category
1890s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Oil, Gesso
Evening Light, large oil painting by Australian artist J. King 20thC. landscape
Located in Hillsborough, NC
Contemporary oil on canvas, this very large painting has fine naturalistic detail, with deep sky
Category
20th Century Naturalistic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 41.5 in W 52 in D 1.75 in
The Model Asleep - Mid 20th Century Nude Still Life Oil Painting by Dorothy King
By Dorothy King
Located in Watford, Hertfordshire
KIng’s paintings were exhibited at the Royal Academy, the New English Arts Club and elsewhere in the U.K
Category
1940s Post-Impressionist Nude Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 40.75 in W 50.99 in D 2.76 in
16th Century Oil Painting of Emperor Frederic III by School of Hans Burgkmair
Located in London, GB
, Antique Royal King Oil Painting, Hans Burgkmair the older.
16th Century Oil Painting on board of the
Category
Antique 16th Century German Renaissance Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
H 16.54 in W 13.78 in D 1.97 in
Vintage Edgartown Harbor, Martha’s Vineyard Oil Painting; James King Bonnar 1960
By James King Bonnar
Located in Baltimore, MD
This painting, by listed artist James King Bonnar (1884-1961), is a lovely scene of Edgartown
Category
Mid-20th Century American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Artist's Address - Mid 20th Century Impressionist Oil by Dorothy King - London
By Dorothy King
Located in Watford, Hertfordshire
Artist's Address - Mid 20th Century Impressionist Oil by Dorothy King - London
Dorothy King was
Category
1950s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 34.45 in W 24.45 in D 2.09 in
Spring Wooden Landscape - Mid 20th Century Impressionist Oil by Dorothy King
By Dorothy King
Located in Watford, Hertfordshire
-1974, was a keeper of the South London Art Gallery.
Dorothy King’s paintings were exhibited at the
Category
1960s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Dorothy KingSpring Wooden Landscape - Mid 20th Century Impressionist Oil by Dorothy King, Circa 1965
H 36.97 in W 31.89 in D 2.13 in
Red Roses, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Some red roses in a glass vase that I painted for a video I was making. :: Painting :: English
Category
2010s Other Art Style Paintings
Materials
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
James Cosmo, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
I spent 4 hours with the great Scottish actor in February 2020. He got to keep the painting started
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Into the Forest - Mid 20th Century Impressionist Oil Landscape by Dorothy King
By Dorothy King
Located in Watford, Hertfordshire
KIng’s paintings were exhibited at the Royal Academy, the New English Arts Club and elsewhere in the U.K
Category
1950s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 22.25 in W 20.48 in D 1.78 in
Vineyard in Sardinia, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Oil painting of a vineyard near Donori in Sardinia. :: Painting :: Italian & Tuscan :: This piece
Category
2010s Other Art Style Paintings
Materials
Oil
Brenda King Venetian Schoolchildren 1974 oil on board Naive Modern British Art
Located in London, GB
"See all from this Seller" - or send us a message if you cannot find the artist you want.
Brenda King
Category
1970s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Modernist Abstract oil painting on canvas by WNY Artist Polly King
By King
Located in Buffalo, NY
Polly King
(1901-1993)
American
Born: U.S.
Polly King was a painter and sketcher with a special
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Dorrie and her Dog, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
A painting of the affection between a girl and her dog. Also a reflection on a bygone era
Category
2010s Other Art Style Paintings
Materials
Oil
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
The Pantiles with Snow, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
A snowy winter's day in the Pantiles in Tunbridge Wells. :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
View from the Terrace, Sardinia, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
there's still plenty of colour about. :: Painting :: Fine Art :: This piece comes with an official
Category
2010s Other Art Style Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 18.1 in W 23.6 in D 0.8 in
"King's Highway Deep", Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Heather Neill's (US based) "King's Highway Deep" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts
Category
2010s Photorealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Henry Yeend King - Signed & Framed 19th Century Oil, Tudor Cottage
Located in Corsham, GB
A horse drinks from a river outside a thatched Tudor cottage on a serene summer eve.
Well presented in a substantial light wood frame.
Signed. On Board.
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
I Fiche d'India in Fiore, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Painted in oil on canvas and offered for sale framed. I have spent a lot of time in Sardinia and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait King Solomon Desubleo Paint Oil on canvas Old master 17th Century Art
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
, the wise king
Oil painting on canvas
120 x 141 cm., By gilded wooden frame cm. 134 x 162 cm.
The
Category
17th Century Old Masters Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Fox and Cubs In Woodland Signed British Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Alan King, British Artist (1946- 2003)
signed oil on canvas, framed
framed: 27 x 37 inches
canvas
Category
20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 27 in W 37 in D 1 in
"Rebirth" Original oil painting on maple burl with custom base
Located in Denver, CO
immersive depth of oil painting with the organic 3D intricacies of maple burl wood. Set on a bespoke base
Category
2010s Realist Nude Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
H 36 in W 30 in D 9 in
Traditional English Rural Oil Painting Horse & Cart Crossing Stream in Fields
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Alan King (British 20th century)
signed oil on canvas, framed
framed: 19 x 23 inches
canvas: 16 x
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
King And Country, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Kenneth Halvorsen
Located in Yardley, PA
“When I first encountered this moment many years ago the majestic oak seemed like a King gazing
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Large scale genre oil painting of a family in a cottage interior
By Haynes King
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
Haynes King
British, (1831-1904)
Family Life
Oil on canvas, signed & dated 1869
Image size: 27.25
Category
19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 41 in W 48.75 in D 4 in
King And Country, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Kenneth Halvorsen
Located in Yardley, PA
When I first encountered this moment many years ago the majestic oak seemed like a King gazing over
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
The King of the World, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Hugo Pondz
Located in Yardley, PA
linen quality canvases so you will have your original oil painting for a lifetime to enjoy. :: Painting
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Queen on King: Figurative colorful Contemporary Oil Painting
By Alysha Grace Marko
Located in New York, NY
Alysha Grace Marko
Queen on King: Figurative colorful Contemporary Oil Painting 2020
31 x 46 in
Oil
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Yeend King, My Lady, Oil On Framed Canvas, 19th Century
By Henry John Yeend King
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
face
The painting, framed, is signed Yeend KIng and the frame bears the title: "Yeend King, My Lady
Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Paintings
Materials
Paint
Vintage Original Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting -- The Fisher King
Located in Soquel, CA
Vintage Original Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting -- The Fisher King by Eileen Rogoff
Inspired
Category
1990s Post-Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Stretcher Bars
H 35 in W 31 in D 1.5 in
UNTITLED SCULPTURAL PAINTING - Contemporary - Oil & Acrylic on Linen, Red, Tan
By Linda King Ferguson
Located in Signal Mountain, TN
Linda King Ferguson describes her "Equivalence Series" as social bodies; a re-thinking of Modernist
Category
2010s Paintings
Materials
Linen, Acrylic
"No King: One Route". Contemporary Neo Expressionist Oil Painting
By Sax Berlin
Located in Brecon, Powys
Sharp edged and sassy from Sax Berlin.
A bang on trend, urban street painting with an undercurrent
Category
2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
A Day in the Countryside by Henry John Yeend King
By Henry John Yeend King
Located in Stockholm, SE
This delightful painting by the renowned Victorian genre and landscape artist Henry John Yeend King
Category
Late 19th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 22.05 in W 27.17 in
Wisdom of King Solomon Rare Biblical Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting
By Anton Peczely
Located in Surfside, FL
early 20th Century salon style paintings. In the tradition of Moritz Oppenheim, Isidor Kauffman and
Category
Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
"The King's Prey" Oil Painting by Claudia Griesbach-Martucci, Whimsical Owl
By Claudia Griesbach-Martucci
Located in Denver, CO
Claudia Griesbach-Martucci's "The King's Prey" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts
Category
2010s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th Century Pre-Raphaelite Oil Painting King Arthur's Queen Guinevere Camelot
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘Guinevere’ by Norman Prescott-Davies R.B.A, R.C.A. (1861-1915). The painting – which depicts an
Category
Late 19th Century Pre-Raphaelite Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
King of the Jungle, Large Impressionist Oil Painting of a Lion
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
King of the Jungle, Large Impressionist Oil Painting of a Lion
British School, late 20th Century
Category
20th Century Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
King Charles 1st Antique Oil Painting Portrait of Famous British Monarch
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
King Charles I
British artist, early 20th century
signed with initials
oil on canvas, framed
framed
Category
Early 1900s Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
M. Moshall "The Young King" Original Oil Painting Early 20th C.
Located in San Francisco, CA
M. Moshall "The Young King" Original Oil Painting Early 20th C.
Original oil on panel
Dimensions
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Portrait of the Marsh King's Daughter - British Victorian exhib art oil painting
By John Scott
Located in London, GB
This superb British Victorian exhibited portrait oil painting is by noted artist John Scott. It was
Category
1880s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
The king's dwarf Moreno Pincas Contemporary art oil painting portrait animal
By Moreno Pincas
Located in Paris, FR
. He elevates life to the rank of fable. His paintings are full of colorful, alert beings who bustle
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 51.19 in W 76.78 in D 3.94 in
"Girl in the Cottage Garden”, Summer English country landscape, oil on canvas
Located in Naples, Florida
career by working for three years in a glassworks. King went on to study painting under William Bromley
Category
20th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
King David, Jerusalem (after Marc Chagall) Oil Painting Israeli Judaica Art
By Zammy Steynovitz
Located in Surfside, FL
Framed 41.5 x 29.5 image 35.5 x 23.5
This large painting depicts a man and woman, Adam and Eve
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
HUGE 17thC ITALIAN OLD MASTER OIL PAINTING - KING & COURT FIGURES ROMAN BUILDING
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
a classical landscape with Roman columns.
Medium: oil painting on canvas, framed
Size: canvas: 38
Category
17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
DYAD 23 Abstract Sculptural Painting - Oil & Acrylic on Linen, blue, red, tan
By Linda King Ferguson
Located in Signal Mountain, TN
Linda King Ferguson describes her "Equivalence Series" as social bodies; a re-thinking of Modernist
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Linen, Acrylic
The Flowers Whispered - original abstract mixed media painting -contemporary art
By Annie King
Located in London, Chelsea
Gallery and online.
In "The Flowers Whispered" by Annie King, the artist invites viewers into a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Charcoal, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic
H 35.83 in W 48.04 in D 1.58 in
A Scene From William Shakespeare's "King Lear" Original Oil Painting c.1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
"King Lear"
Oil on Paper, lined on canvas.
The quality of this painting cannot be overstated. Fine
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paper, Oil
H 31.5 in W 38 in D 3 in
The Flowers Whispered - original abstract mixed media painting -contemporary art
By Annie King
Located in London, Chelsea
Gallery and online.
In "The Flowers Whispered" by Annie King, the artist invites viewers into a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Charcoal, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic
H 35.83 in W 48.04 in D 1.58 in
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
"Ghosts" - Abstract Composition in Acrylic, Oil, and Ink on Cradled Wood Panel
Located in Soquel, CA
"Ghosts" - Abstract Composition in Acrylic, Oil, and Ink on Cradled Wood Panel
Dramatic abstract
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Ink, Oil, Acrylic, Wood Panel
A Large and Magnificent Oil On Canvas Painting of King William III (1672–1702)
By (After) Sir Godfrey Kneller
Located in New York, NY
A Large and Magnificent Oil On Canvas Painting of King William III (1672–1702), After Sir Godfrey
Category
18th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Framed Oil Painting on Board of King Charles Spaniel Dog
Located in Greenwich, CT
Framed Vintage Oil Painting on Board of King Charles Spaniel Dog
Depicted Charming Spaniel sitting
Category
20th Century Unknown Paintings
Materials
Wood
"No King" (Dedicated To George Washington) Contemporary Painting
By Sax Berlin
Located in Brecon, Powys
the colourful glory of Washington refusing to become King of his country and establishing American
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil Crayon, Oil
H 30 in W 24 in D 2 in
"Storm King, " 1960s Modern Abstract Painting
By Stanley Bate
Located in Westport, CT
"Storm King" by Modernist artist Stanley Bate is a moderately sized oil painting on canvas. The
Category
1960s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
King Parrot
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Slonem, Hunt
Title: King Parrot
Date: 2023
Medium: Oil on Panel
Unframed Dimensions: 10
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
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You are likely to find exactly the king oil painting you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. In our selection of items, you can find Contemporary examples as well as a Impressionist version. Making the right choice when shopping for a king oil painting may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right king oil painting for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, black, gray and blue. Creating a king oil painting has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Holly King, Linda King Ferguson, Paul Bernard King, Dorothy King and Henry John Yeend King are consistently popular. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
How Much is a King Oil Painting?
The average selling price for a king oil painting we offer is $4,165, while they’re typically $429 on the low end and $685,000 for the highest priced.
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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 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 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 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 ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
- La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs 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. - 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
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