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"Tyler" (2024) By Nicolas Martin, Original Oil Painting on Panel
Located in Denver, CO
"Tyler" (2024) by Nicolas Martin is an original handmade oil painting on panel that depicts a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

"Polly" (2024) By Nicolas Martin, Original Oil Painting on Panel
Located in Denver, CO
"Polly" (2024) by Nicolas Martin is an original handmade oil painting on panel that depicts a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

"Houdini" (2024) By Nicolas Martin, Original Oil Painting on Panel
Located in Denver, CO
"Houdini" (2024) by Nicolas Martin is an original handmade oil painting on panel that depicts a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

"Arthur" (2024) By Nicolas Martin, Original Oil Painting on Panel
Located in Denver, CO
"Arthur" (2024) by Nicolas Martin is an original handmade oil painting on panel that depicts a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

"Pink Label" (2024) By Nicolas Martin, Original Oil Painting on Panel
Located in Denver, CO
"Pink Label" (2024) by Nicolas Martin is an original handmade oil painting on panel that depicts a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Red and White Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting by Nicolas Ionesco, 1958
By Nicolas Ionesco
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Nicolas Ionesco, Romanian (1919 - ) Title: Untitled Year: 1956 Medium: Oil on Canvas
Category

1950s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Cat Scratching Table, " Oil Painting on Canvas Interior signed by Nicolas Dreux
By Nicolas Dreux
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Cat Scratching Table" is an original oil painting on canvas by Nicolas Dreux. The artist signed
Category

1980s Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Nicolas Rousseau 19th Century Landscape.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Nicolas Rousseau 19th Century Landscape. Trail with figures by a river. Oil on canvas. Signed lower
Category

19th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique Orientalist Oil Painting Mosque Riverside Nicolas Louis André Prevost
Located in London, GB
Antique Orientalist Oil Painting Mosque Riverside Nicolas Louis André Prevost Swiss, Mid-19th
Category

Mid-19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Nicola Simbari (Italian, 1927-2012) Oil On Canvas Depicting A Landscape
By Nicola Simbari
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Nicola Simbari, Italian painter of semi-abstract impressionist works known for using colors and
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

PERSONAGGI - Olio su masonite, Nicola Gambedotti, 1970
By Nicola Gambedotti
Located in Napoli, IT
Nicola Gambedotti, è stato un pittore e incisore figurativo di ricerca, considerato uno dei massimi
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Oil

Study of Nicolas Poussin Landscape with a Man Washing His Feet in Oil on Board
Located in Soquel, CA
Study of Nicolas Poussin Landscape with a Man Washing His Feet in Oil on Board+ Small-scale study
Category

Early 20th Century Baroque Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Illustration Board

17th Century by Nicolas van Houbraken Still Life with Mushrooms Oil on Canvas
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Nicolas Van Houbraken (Messina, Italy, 1668 - Pisa, Italy, 1733) Title: Still life with mushrooms
Category

17th Century Old Masters Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil

Flower painting Nicolas Constant Pierrat (1829-1910)
Located in Berlin, DE
oli on canvas signed lower left Nicolas Constant Pierrat (1829–1910) was a French artist-painter
Category

1890s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Perfect day Nicolas Kennett Contemporary painting animal art landscape
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on wood panel Unique Hand-signed on the back by the artist
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Lynx speak Nicolas Kennett 21st Century Bristish painting portrait expressionist
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on wood panel Signed on the back "Incanto" or the enchantment of shifting "Nicolas
Category

2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Incanto Nicolas Kennett 21st Century Bristish painting landscape cave animal
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on wood panel Signed on the back "Incanto" or the enchantment of shifting "Nicolas
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Long straight road Nicolas Kennett Contemporary art painting black spiritual
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on wood panel Unique Hand-signed by the artist on the back
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Bonitou, vespers Nicolas Kennett Contemporary painting art lines landscape waves
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on wood panel Unique work Hand-signed on the back by the artist
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Silence Nicolas Kennett 21st Century art Contemporary painting shamanism animal
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on panel Unique Signed on the back
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Beyond Nicolas Kennett 21st Century British painting character skyscape black
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on wood panel Signed on the back
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Nicolas Briganti Oil on Canvas
Located in Pasadena, TX
1861-1944 Nicolas Briganti oil on canvas. European Scene Active in New Bedford, Massachusetts
Category

Early 20th Century American Romantic Paintings

Materials

Paint

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Hanging Nicolas Kennett 21st Century British painting landscape tree flowers sky
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on wood panel Signed on the back "Incanto" or the enchantment of shifting "Nicolas
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Haunt Nicolas Kennett 21st Century Brisitsh painting landscape sea sky blue
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on wood panel Signed on the back "Incanto" or the enchantment of shifting "Nicolas
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Rising Nicolas Kennett 21st Century Bristish painting landscape sea dark sky
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on wood panel Signed on the back "Incanto" or the enchantment of shifting "Nicolas
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Eclipse Nicolas Kennett 21st Century British painting animal blue wild mystery
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on wood panel Signed on the back "Incanto" or the enchantment of shifting "Nicolas
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

The mole hour Nicolas Kennett Contemporary painting insect animal art nature
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on wood panel Unique work Hand-signed on the back by the artist
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Sand bank Nicolas Kennett Contemporary painting nature landscape animal blue sea
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on wood panel Unique work Hand-signed by the artist on the back
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Flight Nicolas Kennett 21st Century British painting fly character yellow black
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on wood panel Signed on the back
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Field Nicolas Kennett 21st Century British painting landscape animal bird crow
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on wood panel Signed on the back
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

French Contemporary Art by Nicolas Curmer - In Front of the Sea
By Nicolas Curmer
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A first thought for Nicolas Loir's Adoration of the Shepherds at the Louvre
Located in PARIS, FR
painted in oil on canvas coated with a brown-red preparation, visible in the two upper corners left
Category

Mid-17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

By dusk Nicolas Kennett 21st Century British painting animal sea mystery shift
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on wood panel Signed on the back "Incanto" or the enchantment of shifting "Nicolas
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

The eye of the phragmitia Nicolas Kennett Contemporary painting bird nature sun
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on wood panel (White kite) Unique work Hand-signed by the artist on the back
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Osprey Nicolas Kennett 21st Century British painting bird of prey animal sky
Located in Paris, FR
Oil paint on wood panel Signed on the back
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Nicolas de Largillière - Portrait of a Lady, Paris, circa 1695
By Nicolas de Largillière
Located in PARIS, FR
Nicolas de Largillière (Paris, 1656-1746) Portrait of a lady, circa 1695 Oil on canvas (relined
Category

1690s Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of Monsieur Aubert, a ceremonial portrait by Nicolas de Largillière
By Nicolas de Largillière
Located in PARIS, FR
(Hampshire), where it remained until its sale in 2022. 1. Nicolas de Largillière, a great European
Category

1720s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Contemporary Art by Nicolas Curmer - In front of the Sea May 15-19
By Nicolas Curmer
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Attrib. Michel-Nicolas Lepicie (1735-1784) - Oil, The Drunken Grocer
Located in Corsham, GB
the barrel at his side in this characterful genre scene. Attributed to Michel-Nicolas Lepicie (1735
Category

19th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

18th Century by Nicola Viso The adoration of the magi Oil on canvas
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Nicola Viso, (active 1724 – 1742) Title: The adoration of the magi Medium: Oil on canvas Dimensions
Category

18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Pierre Nicolas Euler (1846-1915) - Framed Oil, Still Life of Walnuts
Located in Corsham, GB
Pierre Nicolas Euler (1846-1915) French school, oil on canvas. Still life of shelled walnuts
Category

Early 20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pierre Nicolas Euler (1846-1915) - Framed Oil, Still Life of Grapes
Located in Corsham, GB
Pierre Nicolas Euler (1846-1915) French school, oil on canvas. Still life of grapes with two floral
Category

Early 20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Untitled (original oil painting)
By Nicola Simbari
Located in Aventura, FL
Original oil on canvas painting. Hand signed lower right front by Nicola Simbari. Canvas size
Category

1990s Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique European School "Summer" Oil Painting After Nicolas Lancret c.1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique European School "Summer" Oil Painting After Nicolas Lancret c.1900 Original oil on board
Category

Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil

French Snow Scene Oil Painting of Nicolas Busnel's House from Upstairs Window
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Snow Scene Oil Painting of Nicolas Busnel's House from Upstairs Window By Fanch Lel
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Nicolas Leiva Abstract Modernist Oil Painting on Canvas Titled Yemaya Brutalist
Located in Dallas, TX
Amazing abstract composition by Argentinian contemporary artist Nicolas Leiva titled Yemaya
Category

Late 20th Century Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oak, Paint

Nicolas De Roeck- Framed Mid 20th Century Oil, Le Village sur son Eperon, Altea
Located in Corsham, GB
Spanish landscape, oil on board. Presented in a linen and gilt frame. Signed to the lower left
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Fine Early 1700's French Oil Elegant Figures Lady being Dressed Rococo Interior
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
French School, circa 1720's circle of Nicolas Lancret (1690-1743) oil painting on canvas 15 x 23
Category

Early 18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Nicolas Issaiev, Still Life with Fruits, Original Oil Painting, Ca. 1920’s
By Nikolai Alexandrovich Isaev
Located in New York, NY
Nicolas Issaiev (a/k/a Nikolai Alexandrovich Isaev, Russian-French, 1891-1977) was a painter
Category

Vintage 1920s French Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Study 1944 - Original Oil on Canvas - (Dubourg & de Staël, #21)
By Nicolas de Staël
Located in Paris, IDF
Nicolas de Staël Study 1944 Original oil on canvas Unsigned On canvas 32 x 24 cm (c. 13 x 10 in
Category

1940s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

LADY'S PORTRAIT - French School - Oil on Canvas Italian Figurative Painting
By Nicola Del Basso
Located in Napoli, IT
Lady's portrait - Nicola del Basso Italia 2011 - Oil on canvas cm. 100x80 In this painting we
Category

2010s French School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Large Mid-20th Century European Romantic Landscape Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Nicolas Poussin
Located in Elkhart, IN
figures and livestock beside a tranquil pond beneath sweeping skies and distant hills. Executed in oil on
Category

Mid-20th Century American Romantic Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Oval Portrait of a Gentleman - French Old Master c1700 art oil painting
By Nicolas de Largillière
Located in Hagley, England
This superb French Old Master oval portrait oil painting is attributed to circle of Nicolas de
Category

Early 1700s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Ariadne & Bacchus, 17th Century school of Nicolas Poussin (1594-1665)
Located in Blackwater, GB
Ariadne & Bacchus, 17th Century school of Nicolas Poussin (1594-1665) Large 17th century Italian
Category

18th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

An oil on canvas of William Paget, Marquess of Anglesey’s yacht Pearl by Nicolas
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
An oil on canvas of William Paget, Marquess of Anglesey’s yacht Pearl by Nicolas Condy, the reverse
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Antique Orientalist Oil Painting Mosque Evening Coastal Landscape Prevost
Located in London, GB
: Height 38cm, width 47cm Frame: Height 55cm, width 65cm, depth 7cm Painted by Nicolas Louis André Prevost
Category

Mid-19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

CHILD ON ARMCHAIR - Italian School - Oil on Canvas Italian Figurative Painting
By Nicola Del Basso
Located in Napoli, IT
Child on the armchair - Nicola Del Basso Italia 2003 - Oil on canvas cm.100x80 Here we admire the
Category

Early 2000s Italian School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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Find the exact nicolas oil paint you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. You can easily find an example made in the Post-Impressionist style, while we also have 18 Post-Impressionist versions to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a nicolas oil paint 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. If you’re looking to add a nicolas oil paint to create new energy in an otherwise neutral space in your home, you can find a work on 1stDibs that features elements of brown, black, gray, beige and more. A nicolas oil paint from Nicola Simbari, Nicola Currie, Nicolas Carone, (circle of) Nicolas de Largillierre and Nicola Del Basso — each of whom created distinctive versions of this kind of work — is worth considering. Artworks like these — often created in paint, oil paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.

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The average selling price for a nicolas oil paint we offer is $3,901, while they’re typically $382 on the low end and $160,000 for the highest priced.

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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.

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Questions About Nicolas Oil Paint
  • 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Jan 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 ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

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

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

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

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To 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, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    A 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, 2024
    The 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, 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 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.
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.

  • 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 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.
  • 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.

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