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Antique Late 19th Century Seascape Lighthouse Oil Painting
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Unsigned Maritime oil painting. Very good quality, by the hand of a professional painter. The
Category
Antique 19th Century American American Classical Paintings
Materials
Wood
French Impressionist Fishing Boats at the Harbor with Lighthouse Oil Painting
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Fishing Boats at the Harbor with Lighthouse
by Fanch Lel (French b. 1930)
Size: 15 x 18 inches
Oil
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 15 in W 18 in D 1 in
'Shells before a lighthouse' oil painting by female artist Phyllis Bray
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
A beautiful oil painting of shells before a lighthouse in muted blue and sandy tones by Modern
Category
20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 17.63 in W 30 in D 1 in
"Battery Point Lighthouse" oil painting of California landmark island in the sea
By Rachel Personett
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Battery Point Lighthouse" is a realist oil painting. The scene depicts an island, and a winding
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Metal
Lighthouse Bastorf, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
locals use the path as a shortcut to the Baltic Sea. Oil on linen laminated on HDF. :: Painting
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
4490 Forgotten lighthouse, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Andres Vivo
Located in Yardley, PA
Now the lighthouse remains surrounded by buildings. But this vintage building is still working for
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
East Quoddy Lighthouse, Campobello Island, Oil Painting
By Doug Cosbie
Located in San Francisco, CA
, architecture, impressionism, travel, oil painting, blueEast Quoddy Lighthouse, Campobello Island
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lighthouse - Oil Landscape painting White Orange Brown
By Natalia Yampolskaya
Located in Sofia, BG
"Lighthouse" is a painting, oil on canvas by Maestro Natalia Yampolskaya.
About the artwork
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
H 35.44 in W 27.56 in D 0.79 in
French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Coastal Lighthouse
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Coastal Lighthouse
By Fanch Lel (French b. 1930)
Size
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Skipjack Off Thomas Point LIghthouse, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Mark Hunter
Located in Yardley, PA
A Skipjack, an oyster boat of the Chesapeake Bay, sailing off the Thomas Point Lighthouse. This
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 24 in W 36 in D 1 in
French Impressionist Lighthouse Overlooking Rocky Shoreline Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Coastal Landscape
by Georges Bordonave (French contemporary)
dated 2001
signed oil painting on
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Autumn at Hook Head Lighthouse, Wexford, Painting, Oil on Other
Located in Yardley, PA
... there is something magical about the loom of a lighthouse This painting is oil on board and will come
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Niki Purcell - Irish LandscapesAutumn at Hook Head Lighthouse, Wexford, Painting, Oil on Other, 2024
H 7.9 in W 7.9 in D 0.2 in
French Impressionist Oil Painting of Lighthouse and Stormy Coastline
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of Lighthouse and Stormy Coastline
by Fanche Lel
Size
Category
20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 8.75 in W 10.75 in D 1 in
French Impressionist Oil Painting of Fishing Boats and Lighthouse
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of Fishing Boats and Lighthouse
by Fanche Lel
Size: 9.75
Category
20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 9.75 in W 11.25 in D 1 in
Antique American Impressionist Coastal Lighthouse View Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nicely painted impressionist coastal view with a lighthouse. Oil on canvas. Framed. No signature
Category
1940s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 12 in W 20 in D 2 in
Lighthouse at Night, Silhouette Landscape Large Signed Oil Painting
By Peter Nichols
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Lighthouse at Night, Silhouette Landscape Large Signed Oil Painting
by Peter Nichols, British
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Keeper's Concern" contemporary oil painting of classic old lighthouse
By Terry Elkins
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Keeper's Concern" is a contemporary oil painting of a classic old lighthouse in Northeastern
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 20 in W 26 in D 2 in
French Impressionist Dotty Glow of Lighthouse and Boats Oil Painting
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Lighthouse Glow
by Fanch Lel (French b. 1930)
Size: 15 x 18 inches
Oil painting on board, unframed
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Lighthouse at Finistère Nord
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Lighthouse at Finistère Nord
By Fanch Lel (French b
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 4.5 in W 6.25 in D 1 in
French Mid-Century Oil Painting of Fishing Boats and Lighthouse
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Mid-Century Oil Painting of Fishing Boats and Lighthouse
By F.T. Roussel
Size: 6.75 x
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 6.75 in W 8.75 in D 1 in
"Lighthouse Keeper's Window" (2024) By Christopher Cart, Original Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Christopher Cart's "Lighthouse Keeper's Window" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts
Category
2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Bateaux French Coastal Oil Painting with Boats and Lighthouse
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Bateaux French Coastal Oil Painting with Boats and Lighthouse
by Fanch Lel
Signed: Yes
Size
Category
20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage American East Coast Lighthouse Seascape Landscape Oil Painting 1960
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-3185 Oil on artist board set in a thin wood frame
Category
1960s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 12.5 in W 9.5 in D 0.5 in
Contemporary landscape oil painting lighthouse seascape purple sky realist cloud
By Gregory Steele
Located in Milwaukee, WI
'Cana Island Lighthouse' is an original landscape painting signed by American artist Gregory Steele
Category
2010s Naturalistic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
"Lighthouse of Peggy's Cove" By Sandra Pratt (2022), Original Oil Painting
By Sandra Pratt
Located in Denver, CO
"Lighthouse of Peggy's Cove" is a beautiful original impasto oil painting, created on linen panel
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Large French 1970's Impressionist Oil Painting Crashing Waves Lighthouse Coast
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Lighthouse
signed by Georges Bordonave (French contemporary)
dated 1972
oil painting on canvas
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Bateaux French Impressionist Oil Painting of Fishing Boats and Lighthouse
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Bateaux French Impressionist Oil Painting of Fishing Boats and Lighthouse
Signed by Fanch
Category
20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 8.75 in W 10.5 in D 1 in
French Oil Painting Low Tide with Rocky Shoreline with Distant Lighthouse
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Low Tide Landscape
by Georges Bordonave (French contemporary)
signed oil painting on canvas
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Montauk Point Lighthouse" Antique 19th Century Academic Oil Painting on Canvas
By Francis Augustus Silva
Located in Jacksonville, FL
created a captivating painting titled "Montauk Point Lighthouse" that exemplifies his prowess in marine
Category
19th Century Academic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
French Coastal Oil Painting of Ouessant Lighthouse with Ocean Surf and Shore
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Coastal Oil Painting of Ouessant Lighthouse with Ocean Surf and Shore
By Fanch Lel
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 15.25 in Dm 18.25 in
Original Signed Oil Painting on Canvas Seascape, Lighthouse, Harbor view, Framed
Located in Palm Coast, FL
Up for sale is a beautiful original oil painting on canvas depicting a seascape with a boat
Category
Early 2000s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 30 in W 36 in D 2 in
Textured Coastal Oil Painting of Fishing Boats and Lighthouse with Dramatic Sky
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Textured Coastal Oil Painting of Fishing Boats and Lighthouse with Dramatic Sky
By Fanch Lel
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
French Coastal Oil Painting of Lighthouse Cottages Rocky Shore and Stormy Sky
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Coastal Oil Painting of Lighthouse Cottages Rocky Shore and Stormy Sky
By Fanch Lel
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 15 in W 18.25 in D 1 in
Calm Evening Boats and Lighthouses in Gentle Dappled Waters Oil Painting
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
oil painting on board, unframed
condition: the painting is in very good condition. It has previously
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
'Door County Lighthouse, Cana Island' Original Oil Painting Signed by Artist
By Gregory Steele
Located in Milwaukee, WI
of detail) to create oil paintings with a depth that pulls you into the paintings. They make you feel
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
French Impressionist Oil Painting of Boats and Lighthouse on a Rocky Shore
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of Boats and Lighthouse on a Rocky Shore
By Fanch Lel
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Lighthouse Perched on a Rocky Outcrop
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Lighthouse Perched on a Rocky Outcrop
By Fanch Lel
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 8.75 in W 10.75 in D 1 in
French Impressionist Oil Painting of Boats and Lighthouse in a Calm Harbour
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of Boats and Lighthouse in a Calm Harbour
By Fanch Lel
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 7.25 in W 9.5 in D 1 in
To The Lighthouse, Newfoundland, Seascape Painting
By Tess Gartland-Jones
Located in Deddington, GB
Tess Gartland-Jones. To The Lighthouse, Newfoundland 2018, Oil On Canvas, 100 cm x 100 cm (Unframed
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 1.19 in
19th Century marine oil painting of a barque sailing off Eddystone Lighthouse
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
Joseph Heard
British, (1799-1859)
West Indiaman off Eddystone Lighthouse
Oil on canvas, signed
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 34 in W 46 in D 2.25 in
"Aquinnah Fog" oil painting of red brick lighthouse in nature shining light
By Rob Brooks
Located in Edgartown, MA
neighborhood corner store, Rob Brooks offers us a visual journey from the real to surreal. Rob Brooks paintings
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Boats Docked at Lighthouse Bay In The Blue Sea French Landscape Oil Painting
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Lighthouse Landscape
signed by Fanch Lel ( French School)
Oil painting on board, unframed
Board
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 10.75 in W 13.5 in D 1 in
French Harbour Oil Painting of Boats Lighthouse and Rocky Shoreline at Low Tide
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Harbour Oil Painting of Boats Lighthouse and Rocky Shoreline at Low Tide
By Fanch Lel
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Boat and a Fisherman Near a Lighthouse
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Boat and a Fisherman Near a Lighthouse
By Fanch Lel
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
“Sailboats and lighthouse”
Located in Warren, NJ
This is an oil painting on canvas. In good condition some minor flaking. Measures 44x32
Category
20th Century Paintings
Materials
Oil
Annisquam Lighthouse Landscape Painting by Kenneth Gore
By Ken Gore
Located in Rockport, MA
textured, almost 3D effect. He passed away in 1990.
The painting titled Annisquam Lighthouse depicts a
Category
20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Secret Beach" oil painting, path to a lighthouse, realist seascape in frame
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Secret Beach" is an oil painting of a path towards the beach, and a lighthouse in the distance
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Santander Lighthouse
Located in CAMPO REAL, ES
surroundings. The lighthouse, positioned on the left side of the painting, serves as a reference point in this
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
French Coastal Oil Painting of Lighthouse and Fishing Boats at Le Port d’Étaples
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Coastal Oil Painting of Lighthouse and Fishing Boats at Le Port d’Étaples
By Fanch
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 13 in W 16.25 in D 1 in
"Claude Monet lighthouse"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
world with the steadfast presence of the lighthouse. It's crafted in oil, with each brushstroke adding
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
French Impressionist Painting of Moored Fishing Boats and Lighthouse
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Painting of Moored Fishing Boats and Lighthouse
By Fanch Lel
Signed
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 8.75 in W 10.75 in D 1 in
Betty's tearoom, original painting, Seascape, Town, People, Lighthouse
By Sean Durkin
Located in Deddington, GB
Betty's tearoom original painting by Sean Durkin, displaying a seascape town with people walking
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 29.93 in W 29.93 in D 1.97 in
Roscoff Harbour with Boats and Lighthouse French Coastal Painting
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Roscoff Harbour with Boats and Lighthouse French Coastal Painting
by Fanch Lel (French b
Category
20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 10.5 in W 13.5 in D 1 in
MAURICE MAZEILIE - FRENCH IMPRESSIONIST SIGNED OIL - BRITTANY HARBOUR LIGHTHOUSE
By Maurice Mazeilie
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
"The Lighthouse"
by Maurice Mazeilie (French)
oil painting on card, unframed
stamped verso
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Modernist Lighthouse II
By Costello
Located in Soquel, CA
Vibrant modernist oil painting of an abstract lighthouse by Costello (American, 20th Century
Category
1970s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Lighthouse" by William GOLIASCH - Oil on wood 16x26 cm
By William Goliasch
Located in Geneva, CH
Oil on wood sold with frame
Total size with frame 36x47 cm
William GOLIASCH is a Swiss artist born
Category
1970s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 6.3 in W 10.24 in D 0.79 in
Bill Bolger (1940-2024) - 20th Century Oil, The Distant Lighthouse
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming view of the coastline of St Ives over rooftops with a lighthouse in the far distance
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 20.08 in W 32.29 in
Contemporary French Impressionist Oil Normandy Beach Scene Lighthouse & Fishing
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Normandy Coastline
by Georges Bordonave (French contemporary)
signed oil painting on canvas
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
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Lighthouse Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact lighthouse oil painting you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. In our selection of items, you can find Impressionist examples as well as a Abstract version. You’re likely to find the perfect lighthouse oil painting among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add a lighthouse oil painting to create new energy in an otherwise neutral space in your home, you can find a work on 1stDibs that features elements of gray, brown, blue, beige and more. There have been many interesting lighthouse oil painting examples over the years, but those made by Larry Horowitz, Rob Brooks, Fred Calleri, Peter Nichols and Dan Rupe are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and fabric, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
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A lighthouse oil painting can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $2,340, while the lowest priced sells for $269 and the highest can go for as much as $25,000.
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Questions About Lighthouse Oil Painting
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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. - 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 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, 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 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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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