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Vintage American Impressionist Litter of Kittens Oil Painting 1965
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3745 Oil on canvas board of a litter of kittens frolicking on a sofa
Set in a black woof frame
Category
Vintage 1960s Paintings
Materials
Paint
Collie Dog with Kittens Antique English Victorian Dog & Cat Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Collie Dog with Kittens
English artist, 19th century
oil on canvas, framed
framed: 22 x 30 inches
Category
19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Beautiful Oil on Board Painting of Kittens
Located in Manhasset, NY
19th Century Playful Kittens, Oil on Board Painting, Framed
A large and impressive oil painting
Category
Early 20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Wood
Oil Painting Kittens 19th Century Signed COSTA
Located in Buxton, GB
This beautiful oil painting depicts a scene of kittens, painted by Giuseppe Costa in the 19th
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Late Victorian Paintings
Materials
Hardwood
Vintage Oil Painting "Kittens on the Balcony"
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful oil painting on canvas from the 1960s of two cutie kittens next to each other, vivid and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Antique French Oil Painting Kittens Playing beside Basket Signed Original
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Playful Kittens
French School, late 19th century
signed lower front corner
oil on canvas, unframed
Category
Late 19th Century French School Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Oil Painting by Louis - Eugene Lambert "Kittens Chasing A Butterfly"
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by Louis - Eugene Lambert "Kittens Chasing A Butterfly" 1825 - 1900 Lambert was
Category
19th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
“Lying Kitten“ Contemporary Fine Realist Still-Life Painting of Kitten, Cat
Located in Utrecht, NL
of great value in painting his realistic still life’s.
In "Lying Kitten" the artist's attention to
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 1.58 in
Kittens Playing with Cat Antique German Signed Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Young Family
by Benedikt Paul Kögl (German, 1892-1973)
signed oil on canvas, framed
Framed: 16
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Girl and Kitten"
Located in Jacksonville, FL
, that he bought many of these paintings for public libraries and museums.
"Girl and Kitten" oil on
Category
20th Century American Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Large Antique English Dog Oil Painting with Kitten Signed & Dated 1927 framed
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
"Touch it if you dare!"
English artist, signed and dated 1927
oil on canvas, framed
framed: 25 x 31
Category
1920s English School Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Hide and Seek, 1880 Oil on Canvas, Kittens in Basket, Cats, Cat, Kitten, Pet
By August Laux
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
", circa 1880
Oil on Canvas
16" x 20"
Housed in a 3" Period Ornamented Frame with a 1" Liner.
Overall
Category
Late 19th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
American Impressionist Litter of Kittens animal Painting 1965
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-3745 Oil on canvas board of a litter of kittens frolicking on a sofa
Category
1960s Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Whiskers the Kitten. Contemporary Expressionist Oil on Board.
Located in Cotignac, FR
Large contemporary oil on board of a bewhiskered cat kitten signed Gillian to the bottom left and
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Late 19th Century Oil - Feeding the Cottage Kitten
Located in Corsham, GB
This charming study depicts a mother and child at a cottage door watching a kitten drink a saucer
Category
Late 19th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Alfred Dickman Bastin Oil Cat Painting Mischievous Kitten Gilt Frame
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Charming Oil on Panel by Alfred Dickman Bastin (1849-1913), last quarter of the 19th century
Category
Antique 1860s English Victorian Paintings
Materials
Giltwood, Canvas
Original Oil on Panel, George Smith. "Feeding the Kitten"
By George Smith
Located in Mere, GB
Royal Society of British Artists.
Fine original frame.
Signed oil on panel
5.5 x 6 inches.
Frame
Category
Mid-19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Eugene Gabe - French Mid 19th Century Oil, Child with Kitten
Located in Corsham, GB
in a delicate white dress, cradling a small kitten. The composition instantly draws the viewer's
Category
Mid-19th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
French Giltwood Framed Oil on Panel Kitten Painting Signed Jules Le Roy
By Jules Leroy
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small French oil on panel kitten painting from the early 20th century, signed by Jules Le Roy
Category
Early 20th Century French Paintings
Materials
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
French 1890s Oil on Canvas Painting Featuring Playing Kittens in Giltwood Frame
By Laroche
Located in Atlanta, GA
frame. This French oil on canvas painting features two lovely kittens playing with a stringed cork
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
H 14.25 in W 12.25 in D 2 in
19th/20th Century Oil Painting of Kittens in a Basket at Feeding Time
Located in Manhasset, NY
19th/20th Century Oil Painting of Kittens in a Basket at Feeding.
A stunning detailed oil painting
Category
Mid-20th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood, Paint
Amelia and Her Kittens
Located in Boston, MA
Kittens'". From the estate of the artist.
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pretty Girl with Kittens
By Arthur Sarnoff
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Board
Dimensions: 20.50" x 14.50"
Signature: Signed
Category
Mid-20th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Friends, Kittens and Puppies Painting by British Artist Agnes McIntyre Croxford
Located in Stockholm, SE
balance of harmony and curiosity in the animal kingdom. This painting presents two small dogs and three
Category
Early 20th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
'Kittens' Interior 20th century painting of 4 cats playing, red, blue, purple
By Jules Leroy
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
'Kittens' a charming oil on canvas by well known cat artist Jules Leroy. Showing 4 kittens playing
Category
20th Century Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
After Jean Baptiste Perronneau - Framed 20th Century Oil, A Girl with a Kitten
Located in Corsham, GB
A delightful head and shoulders copy of Jean Baptiste Perronneau's portrait 'A Girl with a Kitten
Category
20th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Kittens Playing Around a Saddle
By Frank Paton
Located in Belgravia, London, London
Oil on canvas
Canvas size: 22 x 30 inches
Framed size: 31.5 x 39.5 inches
Signed and dated '1893
Category
19th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Cat and Kitten on the Desk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
LE ROY Jules Gustave (1853 - 1922 )
Cat and Kitten on the Desk
Oil on canvas signed low left
Old
Category
Late 19th Century Academic Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Newfoundland with a Kitten by Otto Eerelman
By Otto Eerelman
Located in New Orleans, LA
Otto Eerelman
1839-1926 Dutch
Newfoundland with a Kitten
Oil on canvas
Signed “O. Eerelman
Category
Late 19th Century Academic Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 43.75 in W 61.5 in D 2 in
Portrait Siberian Kitten Cat - FRENCH SCHOOL
Located in Zofingen, AG
Portrait of a Siberian kitten
Technique: oil, acrylic, glue, ink on old book pages on wooden
Category
2010s Tonalist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Glue, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Paper
GIRL WITH KITTEN- In the Manner of F.Ballavoine's - Italy Oil on canvas paint
By Giulio Di Sotto
Located in Napoli, IT
Girl with kitten - Giulio Di Sotto Italia 2008 - Oil on canvas cm. 60x50
Frame available on request
Category
Early 2000s Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Nine Lives II" Striped Kitten with Tinsel
By Katherine Fraser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Southern Review, the Best of American Oil Painting, and more. Her work may be found in many permanent and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Jules Gustave LeRoy (1856-1921, French) "Curious Kittens and Wasp"
Located in San Francisco, CA
Jules Gustave LeRoy (1856-1921, French)
"Curious Kittens and Wasp"
Oil on Canvas
21.5" x 25.75
Category
20th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 33 in W 28.75 in D 3 in
"Nine Lives VII" Black Kitten Playing with Green Background
By Katherine Fraser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Southern Review, the Best of American Oil Painting, and more. Her work may be found in many permanent and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"The Gift" Woman in Pink Dress Holding Grey Kitten
By Katherine Fraser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Southern Review, the Best of American Oil Painting, and more. Her work may be found in many permanent and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Stranger (black kitten woman nostalgia vintage photograph enigma earth tones)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
notes of an inconspicuous, black kitten in everyday life, but in this painting it is different. Is it
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 25.6 in W 41.34 in D 0.79 in
Spider on the Ceiling, original contemporary figurative landscape of kittens
Located in Spring Lake, NJ
The kittens are mesmerized by a little black something jumping and bouncing around, unsure whether
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
'Curious Kittens' Original Oil Painting by Cornelis Raaphorst
By Cornelis Raaphorst 1
Located in Charlevoix, MI
mischievous playful kittens, Cornelis Raaphorst was born in 1875 in Nieuwkoop, The Netherlands. A self-taught
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Paintings
The Kitten
By Thomas Waterman Wood
Located in New York, NY
Category
Late 19th Century Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Three Kittens Playing
By Alfred Arthur Brunel De Neuville
Located in Zürich, CH
Alfred Arthur Brunel de Neuville was a French painter known for his paintings of still life and
Category
Early 20th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil on Canvas of Cat and Kittens
By Edouard Paillet
Located in London, GB
Oil on canvas of recumbent tabby before a straw laid wicker basket with two kittens bearing label
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Paintings
Siamese cat + kittens, oil on canvas 1961, by Orovida Pissarro, + authentication
By Orovida Pissarro
Located in Falmouth, GB
This beautiful oil painting of a Siamese cat with her three kittens by Orovida Pissarro is signed
Category
1960s Post-War Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Young Girl with Kittens
By Frederick Rondel
Located in Washington, DC
Known primarily for providing the only formal training in oil painting to the American artist
Category
Late 19th Century Academic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Four Kittens in a Basket
By Léon Charles Huber
Located in Zürich, CH
especially for his paintings of cats. He was born in Paris in 1858 and studied painting at the École
Category
Late 19th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Three Kittens with Ball of Yarn
By Alfred Arthur Brunel De Neuville
Located in Sheffield, MA
Alfred Arthur Brunel De Neuville
French, 1852-1941
Three Kittens with Ball of Yarn
Oil on canvas
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
A Cardinal with a kitten
By Adolf Humborg
Located in New Orleans, LA
-century Munich school of history painting, and Ferenc Komlosy (1817-1892), a still-life and landscape
Category
19th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
“LADY PLAYING WITH KITTENS IN AN ORIENTALISING INTERIOR”
Located in Ghent, BE
her traits (broad hips and shoulders but a fine head and elegant fingers), the whole painting tells
Category
1890s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Feeding the Kitten by Mark William Langlois 'British 19th Century' Oil on Canvas
Located in Worcester, Worcestershire
Feeding the Kitten by Mark William Langlois (British, 19th century) oil on canvas
Pleasing rural
Category
Antique 19th Century European Paintings
Materials
Paint
H 25.99 in W 22.45 in D 2.37 in
Antique Oil on Canvas Painting of Kittens C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Oil on Canvas Painting of Kittens C1920
Measures- 17"H x 24"W x 1"D
Category
Early 20th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
"2 Kittens" Contemporary Fine Realist Still-Life Painting of Kittens, Cats
Located in Utrecht, NL
of great value in painting his realistic still life’s.
In "2 Kittens" the artist's attention to
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 1.58 in
19THC FOLKY OIL PAINTING OF MOTHER CAT W/ KITTENS
Located in Los Angeles, CA
WONDERFUL FOLKY OIL PAINTING OF THE MOTHER CAT WITH KITTENS FROM THE 19THC.GREAT CONDITION.
Category
Antique 19th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
"Chaton 51" by Marina Dieul, Original Oil Painting, Kitten with Blue Eyes
By Marina Dieul
Located in Denver, CO
painting features the captivating face of a kitten, peering out with an inquisitive gaze that seems to
Category
2010s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
H. Crowther - 1897 Oil, Child and Kitten
Located in Corsham, GB
A portrait of a child sat in a chair with a kitten by their side. Presented in a distressed gilt
Category
19th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mischievous Kittens Oil on Canvas
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Oil on canvas, playful kittens, 20th century, by C. Pressit
Category
20th Century Great Britain (UK) Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Guillaume Seignac Oil on Canvas "Good Friends" Beauty with Kitten Painting
By Guillaume Seignac
Located in New York, NY
with her white kitten. Signed G. SEIGNAC Oil on canvas with original gilt wood frame. 28.5 x 23.5
Category
19th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paint
English early 20th century oil painting portrait of a Tabby Cat or Kitten
By Wilson Hepple
Located in Woodbury, CT
man because of his many high-quality cat paintings.
This is a rare oil painting example, as many of
Category
1920s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
English early 20th century oil painting portrait of a Tabby Cat or Kitten
By Wilson Hepple
Located in Woodbury, CT
man because of his many high-quality cat paintings.
This is a rare oil painting example, as many of
Category
1920s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Kitten in Basket, Still Life Animal Painting
Located in London, GB
of animals, often featuring rural farm settings.
Similarly to 'Cat in Basket', 'Kitten in Basket
Category
20th Century Italian School Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
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- 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
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- 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.
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- 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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- 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.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
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- 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.
- 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.
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