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XX century Spanish school oil on burlap painting landscape
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Oil on burlap. Oil measures 50x65 cm. Frameless.
Category

1940s Post-War Landscape Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Jerusalem - Original Oil on burlap painting by Alexander Evgrafov
By Alexander Evgrafov
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Unique oil on Burlap painting by Alexander Evgrafov Title : Jerusalem
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Tommi Parzinger "Butterflys" Oil On Burlap, 1963
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Norwalk, CT
Tommi Parzinger, German/NY (1903-1981). "#4 Butterflys" Oil on burlap, 1963. Numbered, titled
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Paint

Oil on Burlap Painting by Jose Maria De Servin 1950s
By Jose Maria de Servin
Located in Troy, MI
Jose Maria De Servin Oil on Burlap Painting circa 1950s Jose Maria De Servin (Mexico, 1917-1983
Category

20th Century Folk Art Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Paint

Sunny Capri - Original Oil on burlap painting by Alexander Evgrafov
By Alexander Evgrafov
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Unique oil on Burlap paint by Alexander Evgrafov Sunny Capri
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Suzdal Evening - Original Oil on burlap painting by Alexander Evgrafov
By Alexander Evgrafov
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Unique oil on Burlap painting by Alexander Evgrafov Suzdal Evening
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Cadaqués nocturnal Oil on burlap painting Spain seascape spanish
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Salvador Palou Vilà (1951) Cadaqués at night Oil on burlap Oil measures 45x98 cm. Frameless.
Category

1990s Fauvist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rastral Columns - Original Oil on burlap painting by Alexander Evgrafov
By Alexander Evgrafov
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Oil on Burlap painting by Alexander Evgrafov Rastral Columns
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Oil

Spanish postwar children oil on burlap painting
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Agusti Ferre Pino (1884-1960) - Children - Oil on burlap Oil measurements 100x97 cm. Frame
Category

1930s Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Woman posing oil on burlap painting portrait
By Jose Puyet
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
José Puyet Padilla (1922-2004) - La rondeña - Oil on burlap Oil measurements 81x65 cm. Some areas
Category

1980s Romantic Portrait Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Peter Pavel Cathedral - Original Oil on burlap painting by Alexander Evgrafov
By Alexander Evgrafov
Located in Montreal, Quebec
One of a kind, unique oil on burlap painting signed by the artist
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Suzdal River View - Original Oil on burlap painting by Alexander Evgrafov
By Alexander Evgrafov
Located in Montreal, Quebec
A unique oil on burlap painting
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Archival Paper

Church in Cana of Galilee - Original Oil on burlap by Alexander Evgrafov
By Alexander Evgrafov
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Unique oil on Burlap painting by Alexander Evgrafov Title : Church in Cana of Galilee
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Tommi Parzinger, "Sunn and Moon" Oil on Burlap, 1965
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Norwalk, CT
Tommi Parzinger, German/NY (1903-1981). "#156 Sunn and Moon". Oil on burlap, 1965. Numbered
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Paint

Barcelona urbanscape Rambla de les Flors oil on burlap painting
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Joan Joseph Garí (1922) - Rambla de las flores Barcelona - Oil on burlap Oil measures 33x41 cm
Category

1970s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Tommi Parzinger "Rose red, Lily white" Abstract Oil on Burlap, 1969
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Norwalk, CT
Tommi Parzinger, German/NY (1903-1981). "#189 Rose red, Lily white" Oil on burlap, 1969. Numbered
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Paint

City Skyline - Mid Century Modern Urban Landscape in Oil on Burlap
Located in Soquel, CA
City Skyline - Mid Century Modern Urban Landscape in Oil on Burlap Vibrant cityscape by S. Craig
Category

1960s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

"Perpétuer" by Gilbert Pauli - Oil on burlap 68x98 cm
By Gilbert Pauli
Located in Geneva, CH
: first gouache, followed by dry pastel. These lead him to watercolor, and oil, through charcoal and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

"Fêter" by Gilbert Pauli - Oil on burlap 68x98 cm
By Gilbert Pauli
Located in Geneva, CH
: first gouache, followed by dry pastel. These lead him to watercolor, and oil, through charcoal and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

"Humilier" by Gilbert Pauli - Oil on burlap 68x98 cm
By Gilbert Pauli
Located in Geneva, CH
: first gouache, followed by dry pastel. These lead him to watercolor, and oil, through charcoal and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

"Juger" by Gilbert Pauli - Oil on burlap 68x98 cm
By Gilbert Pauli
Located in Geneva, CH
: first gouache, followed by dry pastel. These lead him to watercolor, and oil, through charcoal and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Boulevard of flowers Barcelona Spain oil on burlap painting spanish urbanscape
By Jordi Curos
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Jordi Curós Ventura (1930-2007) - Barcelona - Oil on burlap Oil measures 73x60 cm. Frameless
Category

1990s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Romanticist Oil on Burlap Painting of a Nude Male Figure Bathing in a River
Located in New York, NY
This elegant romanticist oil on burlap painting was realized by an unheralded master during the
Category

Early 20th Century Romantic Nude Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Si Accose Di Lui, Oil Painting on Burlap by Roberto Fantini
Located in Long Island City, NY
Si Accose Di Lui by Roberto Fantini, Italian (1960) Date: 2005 Oil on Burlap, signed and dated
Category

Early 2000s Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Figure in Gray, Abstract Oil Painting on Burlap by Benjamin Benno
By Benjamin G. Benno
Located in Long Island City, NY
Gray Area Benjamin Benno, American (1901–1980) Date: circa 1960 Oil on Burlap, signed Size: 18 x 15
Category

1960s Surrealist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Still Life Oil Painting on Burlap
By Jacques Lamy
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Oil painting and collage on burlap having a still life composition of two Chinese vases and a
Category

20th Century Other Art Style Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Folk Art Mexican Girl "Emborrachate" Oil Painting on Burlap
By Jose Maria de Servin
Located in Surfside, FL
rendered, recall children's drawings. The rough burlap ground contrasts with the playful imagery and
Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Oil Painting on Burlap of Lily Flowers
By Jacques Lamy
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A very large oil painting on burlap of lilies in a planter, executed in the ancient fresco style
Category

20th Century Other Art Style Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil Painting Still Life Collage on Burlap
By Jacques Lamy
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Oil painting and collage on burlap of a blue and white Chinese jar set in a deconstructed reality
Category

20th Century Other Art Style Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Still Life Oil Painting on Burlap
By Jacques Lamy
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Oil painting and collage on burlap having a still life composition of two Chinese vases and a
Category

20th Century American Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Paint

Still Life Oil Painting on Burlap
Still Life Oil Painting on Burlap
H 45 in W 58 in D 1.5 in
Folk Art Mexican Girl with Watermelon Oil Painting on Burlap
By Jose Maria de Servin
Located in Surfside, FL
rendered, recall children's drawings. The rough burlap ground contrasts with the playful imagery and
Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Oil Painting on Burlap of Lily Flowers
By Jacques Lamy
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A very large oil painting on burlap of lilies in a planter, executed in the ancient fresco style
Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Paintings

Oil Painting Still Life Collage on Burlap
By Jacques Lamy
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Oil painting and collage on burlap of a blue and white Chinese jar set in a deconstructed reality
Category

20th Century American Chinoiserie Paintings

Fresco Style Oil Painting on Burlap by Jacques Lamy
By Jacques Lamy
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Oil painting on burlap of a doorway and two columns, executed in an ancient fresco style. Combining
Category

20th Century Modern Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Folk Art Mexican Girl Oil Painting on Burlap Charming Naive African American Art
By Jose Maria de Servin
Located in Surfside, FL
portraits of peasants, large-eyed and simply rendered, recall children's drawings. The rough burlap ground
Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Folk Art Mexican Boy Oil Painting on Burlap Charming Naive African American Art
By Jose Maria de Servin
Located in Surfside, FL
portraits of peasants, large-eyed and simply rendered, recall children's drawings. The rough burlap ground
Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Oil Painting Still Life on Burlap, in the Fresco Style
By Jacques Lamy
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Oil painting on burlap with a striking composition of a Chinese porcelain bowl. Executed in an
Category

20th Century Modern Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Fresco Style Oil Painting on Burlap by Jacques Lamy
By Jacques Lamy
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Oil painting on burlap of a doorway and two columns, executed in an ancient fresco style. Combining
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Oil Painting Still Life on Burlap, in the Fresco Style
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Oil painting on burlap with a striking composition of a Chinese porcelain bowl. Executed in an
Category

20th Century American Moorish Paintings

Shelves/Selves III (After Mondrian), 2014
By Helen Rebekah Garber
Located in Greenwich, CT
Shelves/Seles III (After Mondrian) is an oil on burlap painting, 60 x 48 inches, and unframed as
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Shelves/Selves IV (After Mondrian), 2014
By Helen Rebekah Garber
Located in Greenwich, CT
Shelves/Seles IV (After Mondrian) is an oil on burlap painting, 60 x 48 inches, and unframed as
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

20th Century Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Portrait Oil Painting on Burlap Signed
Located in Dayton, OH
A unique modern portrait painting on burlap of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, with a white wash finish
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

20th Century Ludwig Von Beethoven Portrait Oil Painting on Burlap Signed
Located in Dayton, OH
A unique modern portrait painting on burlap of Ludwig von Beethoven, with a white wash finish
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

20th Century Vincent Van Gogh Portrait Oil Painting on Burlap Signed Framed
Located in Dayton, OH
A unique modern portrait painting on burlap of Vincent van Gogh, with a white wash finish / overlay
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Sybil (The Prophetess), 1970s Abstract Figurative Oil Painting, Pink Blue Red
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
Semi-Abstract figurative oil on burlap painting titled 'Sybil (The Prophetess)' by Edward Marecak
Category

1970s American Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Early spring (Sketch), oil on jute by Endogurov Ivan Ivanovich (1861-1898)
Located in Gent, VOV
. Dimensions: 35 cm (h) x 59 cm (w) unframed. Oil on burlap Signed: Lower left Endogurov Ivan Ivanovich (1861
Category

19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Smolny Evening - Original Oil on Canvas Painting by Alexander Evgrafov
By Alexander Evgrafov
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Comes with a certificate of authenticity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Burlap

Oil Painting on Linen in the Fresco Manner
By Jacques Lamy
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Oil painting on linen, in the fresco manner that has the feeling of a collage or assemblage but is
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Burlap

"Libérer" by Gilbert Pauli - Oil on canvas
By Gilbert Pauli
Located in Geneva, CH
Oil paint on burlap with c-us frame Total size with frame 115x85 cm
Category

Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Three Fates Confused, 1970s Abstract Figural Painting, Still Life Flowers
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
of red, yellow, blue, green, orange, pink, purple and white. Oil on burlap canvas. Presented in a
Category

1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Apprivoiser" by Gilbert Pauli - Oil on canvas 70x100 cm
By Gilbert Pauli
Located in Geneva, CH
Oil paint on burlap with c-us frame Size with the frame 115 x 85 cm
Category

Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Recueillir" by Gilbert Pauli - Oil on canvas 100x70 cm
By Gilbert Pauli
Located in Geneva, CH
Oil paint on burlap with C-us frame. The size with the frame is 115 x 85 cm
Category

Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Modernist Judaica Oil Painting Blessing the New Moon, Jewish Prayer
Located in Surfside, FL
This is a modernist Judaic painting of a Jewish scene of the Kiddush Levanah prayer. The monthly hebrew blessing on the new moon. It is not dated but I am estimating it to the 1940s...
Category

1940s Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Winter Witches in an Upside World Interfering with Each Other, Semi-Abstract Oil
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
Oil painting on burlap by Edward Marecak (1919-1993) titled "Winter Witches in an Upside World
Category

1990s Abstract Figurative Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

20th Century Pair of Oil on Canvas Chevrolet Theme, 1930s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Not common pair of oil on canvas representing 1920s women repairing a Chevrolet car. These canvas
Category

Vintage 1930s Spanish Art Deco Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Olivier Charles, “Prince Aldobrandini”, Cubist Oil Painting on Canvas, 1956
By Olivier Charles
Located in San Francisco, CA
A fantastic 1956 cubist figural oil painting on canvas titled “Prince Aldobrandini” by well-listed
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Mid century vintage handsome impressionist oil on canvas a day at the races.
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a handsome mid century vintage oil on canvas impressionist painting of a day at the races
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Trompe-l'oeil Style Still Life Oil Painting
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Trompe-l'oeil style still life oil painting on burlap with a pleasing monotone palette and a
Category

20th Century Other Art Style Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Autumn Harvest, Original Semi-Abstract Landscape and Figurative Oil Painting
By Edward Marecak
Located in Denver, CO
Original framed oil painting on burlap by Edward Marecak (1919-1993) titled "Autumn Harvest" from
Category

1980s American Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Dream
Located in Saint Amans des cots, FR
Oil on canvas by Madé Gourdon, France, 1960s. "Dream". with frame: 70x61 cm - without frame: 55x46
Category

1960s Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil, Canvas

Dream
Dream
H 27.56 in W 24.02 in D 2.76 in
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Oil On Burlap For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate oil on burlap for your needs in our varied inventory. Find modern versions now, or shop for modern creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. Making the right choice when shopping for an oil on burlap may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right oil on burlap is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes brown, beige, gray and orange. Creating an oil on burlap has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Alexander Evgrafov, Michelle Grabner, Jose Maria de Servin, Jacques Lamy and Andrea Costa are consistently popular. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and fabric, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much is a Oil On Burlap?

The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — an oil on burlap in our inventory may begin at $503 and can go as high as $45,000, while the average can fetch as much as $5,018.
Questions About Oil On Burlap
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Clean an oil painting by dusting it with a natural-hair artists’ brush.

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    To tell if an emerald has been oiled, look for white or yellow branch patterns along the surface of the gem. If you see them, the gem is likely oiled. Also, examine it under a magnifying glass for any signs of trapped bubbles. These also indicate an oiled gemstone. Consulting a licensed jewelry appraiser is the best way to accurately identify oiled emeralds. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted emerald gemstone jewelry 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.

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    Yes, natural emeralds need to be oiled. Natural emeralds will have cracks and fissures before treatment, and oils will help give the emerald a high sheen and attractive finish. Browse a wide selection of emerald jewelry pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    A no oil emerald is an emerald that has not been treated with oil. Generally, emeralds are oiled to fill in fractures and enhance clarity. A no oil emerald is considered rare and more valuable than standard emeralds. Shop a collection of no oil emerald jewelry on 1stDibs.
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    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.
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    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.
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    Butcher blocks should be oiled whenever the wood begins to look dry or chalky.

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    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.
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    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.
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    To use vinegar and oil cruets, fill one with your preferred salad oil and one with your preferred salad vinegar. Then drizzle onto salads or other foods to taste. You'll find a collection of vintage and antique vinegar and oil cruets on 1stDibs.
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    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.
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    Roman oil lamps are simply containers filled with oil, in which a wick made up of cloth or rope rests on one end. The other end of the wick comes in contact with the air. When the wick is lit, the oil in it burns and gives out light.
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    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.
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    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.