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Threadneedle Street London oil painting by Jo Holdsworth
By Jo Holdsworth
Located in London, GB
Threadneedle Street London is an incredible new oil on canvas painting by award winning British
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Thames at Battersea - British Impressionist art Victorian London oil painting
By Philip F. Walker
Located in London, GB
century British Impressionist oil painting with good subject matter. Signed and dated right. Provenance
Category

19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Cheyne Walk, Chelsea - original modern impressionism art- London oil painting
By Michael Alford
Located in London, Chelsea
again in 2013. Michael has been awarded several prizes including the Green and Stone Oil Painting Prize
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Chiswick Reach, River Thames, London oil painting by Bernard Myers
Located in London, GB
Myers (1925 - 2007) Chiswick Reach Oil on paper 50 x 72 cm Myers' impressionist view of Chiswick Reach
Category

1990s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil

"Stepping Out" Figure wearing Chanel in London Oil Painting on Canvas
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
. Painted oil on heavyweight paper, signed and dated verso. Art measures 20 x 16 in Having built a diverse
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Piccadilly at Night - Cityscape urban landscape London oil painting modern art
By Alex Hook Krioutchkov
Located in London, Chelsea
, Illustrator, Graphic Designer allowed him to explore & create his bold, abstract painting style. Alex
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Stepping Out in London" Figure wearing Chanel in London Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
. Painted oil on heavyweight paper, signed and dated verso. Art measures 20 x 16 in Having built a diverse
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Tux" Figure wearing Saint Laurant Tuxedo in London Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
From the artist "Tux" series, painted oil on heavy weight paper, signed and dated verso. Art
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil

"Man in Tux" Figure wearing Saint Laurant in London Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
From the artist "Tux" series, painted oil on heavy weight paper, signed and dated verso. Art
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil

"Stepping Out with Ellen" Figure wearing Chanel in London Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
. Painted oil on heavyweight paper, signed and dated verso. Art measures 14 x 11 in Having built a diverse
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil

"Stepping Out with Sammy" Figure wearing Chanel in London Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
. Painted oil on heavyweight paper, signed and dated verso. Art measures 14 x 11 in Having built a diverse
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil

"Les Iris" Post Impressionist Oil Painting
Located in Holywell, GB
Italo Giordani (1882 - 1956) "Les Iris" A charming landscape painted in oil, using a heavy impasto
Category

1910s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Friendly London, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Sarah Lapp
Located in Yardley, PA
This contemporary work is predominantly oil with some oil bar and spray. It is floral based with
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Little London Street, Oil Painting
By Hadley Northrop
Located in San Francisco, CA
painting, brownLittle London StreetHadley NorthropOil painting on stretched canvas
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Magical London II, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Behshad Arjomandi
Located in Yardley, PA
An atmospheric painting of London with River Thames. Original cityscape oil painting. It was
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

TOWER BRIDGE. LONDON, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
TOWER BRIDGE. LONDON. Alexandrina's painting is guided by her all-consuming passion to share with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

London oil on canvas painting urbanscape
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Antoni Vives Fierro (1940) - London - Oil on canvas Oil measures 60x73 cm. Frameless. He was born
Category

1970s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Thames Dockland, Oil Landscape Painting, 1912 London
Located in London, GB
Oil on canvas, signed lower left and dated '1912' Image size: 16 x 12 inches (30.5 x 40.5 cm
Category

1910s English School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Between Guests, Tower of London, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Terry Guyer
Located in Yardley, PA
." I worked on the painting for several months building up to 25 layers of translucent and opaque oil
Category

2010s Photorealist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil Painting by Augustus Mulready "Visitors to London"
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by Augustus Mulready "Visitors to London" 1844 - 1905 Member of the Cranbrook colony
Category

Early 1900s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

London oil and collage on canvas painting urbanscape
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Antoni Vives Fierro (1940) - London - Oil and collage on canvas Oil measures 54x81 cm. Frame 57x84
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Southbank Walkway - contemporary London cityscape architecture oil painting
By David Walker
Located in London, GB
the built environment and in particular, London, it’s atmospheres, moods and forms. The paintings aim
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Albert Bridge Road-original London cityscape-impressionism oil painting- art
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
Embark on a visual journey through the iconic streets of Chelsea, London, with "Albert Bridge Road
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Greenpark, London, Traditional Cityscape Painting, Contemporary London Painting
Located in Deddington, GB
Dark Shadows, while as a designer for a high-end jewellery brand in London. Tushar's paintings range
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Robinson Steelwork - Construction site London - British Figurative oil painting
By Norman Toll
Located in London, GB
This interesting figurative landscape oil painting is by British artist Norman Toll. He liked to
Category

1950s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

London Bridges - original impressionism cityscape oil painting-modern Art
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
"London Bridges" by Juan Del Pozo is a captivating original cityscape painting that captures the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Nightfall, Sloane Square - original impressionism oil painting, London cityscape
By David Farren
Located in London, Chelsea
"Nightfall, Sloane Square" is a captivating oil on board painting that skillfully captures the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Board

London Skyline - original impressionism cityscape oil painting-contemporary Art
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
"London Skyline" by Juan del Pozo is a vibrant oil on canvas that presents a panoramic view of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

London Commute-original impressionism figurative Cityscape oil painting- ART
Located in London, Chelsea
Artist Richard Gower’s contemporary figurative painting, “London Commute,” adeptly captures the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sant James park London oil on canvas painting urbanscape
By Josep Maria Vayreda Canadell
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Vayreda Canadell - Sant James park London - Oil canvas 46x55 Oil measurements 46x55 cm. Frame
Category

1990s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Old London Bridge fantasia mid-century oil painting by Angela Stones
By Angela Stones
Located in London, GB
Stones (1914 - 1995) Old London Bridge Fantasia (1968) Oil on board 56 x 43 cm Signed lower left. A
Category

20th Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Unusual Sunday - original contemporary oil painting -London Cityscape wildlife
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
to the narrative of the painting. "Unusual Sunday" is a framed and signed original piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Red Abstract, London 1955 - British Abstract Expressionist art oil painting
Located in London, GB
This superb British Abstract Expressionist oil painting on board is by noted artist Bernard Kay. It
Category

1950s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Richmond Bridge, London BY LESLEY DABSON, Original Oil Painting, Contemporary
By Lesley Dabson
Located in Deddington, GB
Richmond Bridge, London 20 x 35 cms unframed, 33 x 48 cms framed, oil on board by Lesley Dabson
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Hampstead Heath, London Park Painting, Cityscape Art, London Landscape Painting
By Tim Woodcock-Jones
Located in Deddington, GB
Woodcock-Jones was born in 1961 in London, studied art, painting and design at Watford School of Art 1977
Category

2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Billingsgate Porters - Mid 20th Century London Market Interior Oil Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
Prize for Oil Painting in ‘The Spirit of London Competition’. Alongside his work as a painter, he
Category

Mid-20th Century Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Brompton Road, London cityscape oil Impressionist painting Night lights Framed
By Simon Kozhin
Located in Sempach, LU
painting "Brompton Road" by the famous Russian painter Simon Kozhin. London cityscape, oil Impressionist
Category

Early 2000s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Terraced Houses - Mid 20th Century English London Architectural Oil Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
This beautiful mid 20th century oil on canvas depicts a delightful view of two early Victorian
Category

Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Chelsea Night-original impresionism London cityscape figurative oil painting-Art
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
In "Chelsea Night" by Juan del Pozo, the artist transports us into the enchanting realm of London
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sloan Square - original London Cityscape oil painting - modern wildlife artwork
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
Step into the bustling energy of the city with "Sloan Square," a captivating original painting by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Poplo Night - Cityscape London figure impasto impressionist oil painting modern
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
This original oil painting depicts a popular Chelsea restaurant scene and is created by Juan Del
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Poplo Night, London-original impressionism figurative cityscape oil painting-Art
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
Chelsea's Duke of York Square after dark. This figurative cityscape painting, bathed in the warm glow of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Late Night Shopping - London cityscape abstract figurative realism oil painting
By Michael Quirke
Located in London, Chelsea
The original painting " Late Night Shopping " by Michael Quirke is framed, stringed and ready to be
Category

Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Blue Lights - contemporary London cityscape landscape blue oil painting board
By Brian Elwell
Located in London, GB
Director of Riverside Studios near Bath, and a member of Bath Art Society.. The London City paintings are a
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Tall City 4 - contemporary cityscape London letters multicoloured oil painting
By Brian Elwell
Located in London, GB
Director of Riverside Studios near Bath, and a member of Bath Art Society. The London City paintings are a
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Tall City 2 - contemporary cityscape London city multicoloured oil painting
By Brian Elwell
Located in London, GB
Director of Riverside Studios near Bath, and a member of Bath Art Society.. The London City paintings are a
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Tall City 3 - contemporary cityscape London multicoloured stencil oil painting
By Brian Elwell
Located in London, GB
Director of Riverside Studios near Bath, and a member of Bath Art Society.. The London City paintings are a
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Canary Wharf - abstract cityscape London urban artwork oil painting contemporary
By Alex Hook Krioutchkov
Located in London, Chelsea
renowned London capital. A palette of cool, blue tones is imparted by the artist to describe the cityscapes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rush Hour - London cityscape Abstract Figurative Landscape oil painting modern
By Michael Quirke
Located in London, Chelsea
School of Art, London. After moving from London, Michael became a member of the art community in St Ives
Category

Early 2000s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Richmond Bridge London Landscape - British 1970's art cityscape oil painting
Located in London, GB
This lovely city landscape oil painting is by noted British artist Dennis Gilbert. Painted in 1970
Category

1970s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Jubilee Flags at the Strand-original impressionism London cityscape oil painting
Located in London, Chelsea
"Jubilee Flags at the Strand" captures the bustling energy of an iconic London street scene with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

Timeless Reflections, Big Ben-original London cityscape oil painting-modern art
Located in London, Chelsea
effortlessly captures the essence of London's iconic cityscape. Crafted in oil on canvas with a distinctive
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

London St Paul's from the Thames - Impressionist 1920s landscape oil painting
Located in London, GB
). After moving to London with his wife and first daughter, he completed impressionist paintings of the
Category

1920s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Kings Chelsea - cityscape oil landscape London expressionism painting modern
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
convey the beauty of iconic London architecture. The artists lively painting style imbues the piece with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

BARBARA DOYLE (B.1917) ORIGINAL MODERN BRITISH OIL PAINTING - LONDON BRIDGE
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
was a member of the Arun Art Society. Title: Evening From London Bridge Medium: oil painting on
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Frames - Contemporary Scene of Urban London: Framed Oil Painting on Board
By David Walker
Located in London, GB
in both oil paints and watercolours. Before concentrating on illustration and fine art painting David
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

The St Paul's Shoe Shuffle- urban, landscape, oil painting, London, Street
Located in London, GB
, still life, abstract and portraits. Painting is about storytelling, feeling, character and the moment
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

Crossing The Albert Bridge- original London Cityscape oil painting-wildlife art
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
painting by artist Nathan Neven. This delightful composition, expertly crafted in oil on canvas, offers a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Blue Bird Chelsea -original modern London Cityscape art -wildlife oil painting
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
"Blue Bird" by NATHAN NEVEN is a captivating oil on canvas that merges the untamed essence of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

British, 19th Century oil painting of nannies in Green Park, London
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Paul Maitland (British, 1863 – 1909) Nannies in Green Park, before Piccadilly, London Oil on panel
Category

19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

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London Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate london oil painting for your needs in our varied inventory. You can easily find an example made in the Contemporary style, while we also have 50 Contemporary versions to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect london oil painting among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a london oil painting to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — find a piece on 1stDibs that incorporates elements of gray, brown, black, beige and more. Creating a london oil painting has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by David Hinchliffe, Georgette London Owens, Nathan Neven, Angela Wakefield and Cindy Shaoul are consistently popular. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paint, oil paint and fabric.

How Much is a London Oil Painting?

A london oil painting can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $3,047, while the lowest priced sells for $140 and the highest can go for as much as $358,140.

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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 London Oil Painting
  • 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 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.
  • 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 18, 2021
    The cost of an original oil painting has a very wide range. For emerging new artist could be in the lower end, ranging from the $500 to $10,000 depending on the size and subject matter, for the mid-career artists who are already established, their prices range in the thousands and hundreds of thousands of dollars and lastly the original oil painting art of very established and popular artists that could have auction records in the millions of dollars. In this category are some of the well known examples of the old master paintings and other contemporary artworks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To identify an artist's oil painting signature, you can try photographing it with your smartphone and then conducting a reverse image search using a trusted search engine. You can also search for the name and consult trusted online resources to learn more about the artist. If these methods don't result in a successful identification, a certified art appraiser or art dealer may be able to assist you. Shop a range of oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    The name of the first artist to use oil paints isn't known. However, historians have traced the use of oils back to 7th-century Afghanistan. There, Buddhist artists used oil paintings to produce religious artworks. One of the first artists to be famous for their use of oil paints was Jan van Eyck, a Flemish artist who was active from 1422 to 1441. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of oil paintings.

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