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Moon River, Oil Painting
By Hadley Northrop
Located in San Francisco, CA
, seascape, modern , oil painting, blueMoon RiverHadley NorthropOil painting on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Elk River" Oil Painting
By Gordon Brown
Located in Denver, CO
Gordon Brown's (US based) "Elk River" is an oil painting that depicts trees on a green river
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Icy River" Oil Painting
By Rick Howell
Located in Denver, CO
Rick Howell's "Untitled 2" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a snow lined stream
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Majestic River, Oil Painting
By Mandy Main
Located in San Francisco, CA
RiverMandy MainOil painting on stretched canvasFinished black edgesVarnished and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
Snowy River, Oil Painting
By Onelio Marrero
Located in San Francisco, CA
, nature, oilpaint, impressionism, nature, oil painting, beigeSnowy RiverOnelio Marrero
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
Houses by the River - Oil Painting - Signed
By Élisée Maclet
Located in Paris, IDF
Elisée Maclet (1881-1962)
Houses by the River, c. 1960
Oil on panel
Signed lower right
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
French school The River Oil painting Signed
Located in Zofingen, AG
➡️The River from Rousseau⬅️
"Il est tombé par terre, C'est la faute à Voltaire, Le nez dans le
Category
1890s Tonalist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
$602 Sale Price
79% Off
H 12.41 in W 18.71 in D 1.19 in
The Running River. Oil painting on canvas
Located in St. Albans, GB
every different season and for this he used oil paints.
In 1939 he lived in Ramsgill, near Harrogate
Category
1940s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Cold Winter River, Oil Painting
By Brian McCarty
Located in San Francisco, CA
painting, greyCold Winter RiverBrian McCartyOil painting on stretched canvas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
Frio River, oil painting Realism style, Texas Artist
By Garrett Middaugh
Located in Houston, TX
Frio River depicts one of Texas' most popular landscapes in the style of Realist painting. The
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
$3,000
H 30 in W 30 in D 2 in
Spanish school landscape with river oil painting Spain
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Oil on canvas glued to board.
Oil measures 25x40 cm.
Frameless.
Illegible signature.
Category
1920s Barbizon School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil, Canvas
$564 Sale Price
41% Off
H 9.85 in W 15.75 in
Bridge Over the River, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, oil painting, brownBridge Over the RiverShela GoodmanOil painting on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
J Lewis: 'Eton College from the River' oil painting
Located in London, GB
J. Lewis (fl. 1801-1808)
Eton College from the River
Oil on canvas
41 x 62 cm
Signed lower left
Category
Early 19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique American Coastal Modernist Seascape Framed Figural River Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Charming early 20th-century impressionist oil on panel depicting a sunlit coastal scene. Two seated
Category
1920s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,475
H 13 in W 16 in D 2 in
Antique 19th Century French Impressionist Nocturnal Cityscape River Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Impressive early European impressionist cityscape painting. Framed. Oil on board. Image size
Category
1890s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,820 Sale Price
20% Off
H 18 in W 15 in D 2 in
Snowy Banks of the River, Oil Painting by Joseph Dande
By Joseph Dande
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Joseph Dande, Hungarian (1911 - )
Title: Snowy Banks of the River
Year: circa 1960
Medium
Category
1960s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Original Antique American Landscape Fishing Delaware River Oil Painting Framed
Located in Buffalo, NY
A lovely scene adeptly painted by listed American artist and illustrator Jan Nosek (1876 - 1966) who was active in the late 19th and early 20th Century. This scene created in the ea...
Category
1910s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
A Sunrise at the River, Oil Painting
By Elizabeth Garat
Located in San Francisco, CA
painting, green, blueA Sunrise at the RiverElizabeth GaratOil painting on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
Contemplative Fisherman by River Oil Painting Early 20th C. French Impressionist
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
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Oil painting on board, unframed
Board: 5 x 8 inches
Inscribed verso
Condition: The painting is in very
Category
Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Twilight On The Thames, Lee Tiller, Original Landscape River Oil Painting
By Lee Tiller
Located in Deddington, GB
Twilight on the Thames [2021]
original
Oil on stretched canvas
Image size: H:60 cm x W:80 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$3,567
H 23.63 in W 31.5 in D 0.79 in
Girl with Fan by the River, Oil Painting by Di Li Feng
By Di Li Feng
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Di Li Feng, Chinese (1958 - )
Title: Girl with Fan by the River
Year: circa 2000
Medium
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$11,500
H 62.5 in W 49.5 in
Silence Over Dnieper River - Oil Painting Green Brown Blue White Grey Red
By Sergei Kovalenko
Located in Sofia, BG
"Silence Over Dnieper River" is a landscape painting by the impressionist Sergei Kovalenko.
About
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$5,840
H 33.47 in W 45.28 in D 0.79 in
Portrait of a Girl by the River, Oil Painting by Di Li Feng
By Di Li Feng
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Di Li Feng, Chinese (1958 - )
Title: Portrait of a Girl by the River
Year: circa 2000
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$11,000
H 61.5 in W 48.5 in
Yellowstone River Snow, Painting, Oil on Other
By Richard Szkutnik
Located in Yardley, PA
original en plein air Yellowstone River oil painting on panel :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
In Front of Seine River - Oil On Canvas, Hansigned
By Jean Jacques Rene
Located in Paris, IDF
Jean-Jacques RENÉ
In Front of Seine River
Oil painting on canvas
Hansigned
46 x 55 cm (c. 18.1 x
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Signed 19th Century British Oil Painting Angler on Golden Light River
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
label verso
oil painting on canvas, framed
framed: 10 x 8.5 inches
canvas: 8.75 x 7 inches
Provenance
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th Century English Pastoral Oil Painting Cattle Resting by River at Sunset
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Close of Day
English School, mid 19th century
oil painting on canvas, framed
framed: 23 x 27
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Green River
By Peter Loftus
Located in Burlingame, CA
‘Green River’ oil painting by American Realist artist Peter Loftus, who is known for captivating
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
river, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Original Oil painting by Ukrainian artist Evgeny Chernyakovsky "river" 40.0 X 60.0 CM / 15.7
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
River, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Original Oil painting by Ukrainian artist Evgeny Chernyakovsky " River " 50.0 X 60.0 CM
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
River, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Original Oil painting by Ukrainian artist Evgeny Chernyakovsky "River" 60.0 X 70.0 CM / 23.6X
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
river, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Original Oil painting by Ukrainian artist Evgeny Chernyakovsky " river " 55.0 X 70.0 CM / 21.6 X
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
River, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Original Oil painting by Ukrainian artist Evgeny Chernyakovsky "River" 50.0 X 60.0 CM / 19.6 X 23.6
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
River, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Original Oil painting by Ukrainian artist Evgeny Chernyakovsky " river" 70.0 X 80.0 CM / 27.5 X
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Southern Landscape Oil Painting Hudson River School
Located in Fredericksburg, VA
Copyright 2023 Michael F. Meyer
All rights Reserved.
This painting, signed RSD on right side, has
Category
Mid-19th Century Hudson River School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$65,000
H 11 in Dm 10 in
RIVER VIEW, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Excellent piece of original art. Handmade Signed Painting. Original Oil painting by Ukrainian
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
River #2, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Sunny Beach, river, autumn trees, mountains, river rocks, painted in the picture "River # 2". A
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Quiet river, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Iryna Kastsova
Located in Yardley, PA
spatial quality and the colors are childish. Quality materials are used. Oil painting on 100% linen canvas
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
River Magic, Abstract Oil Painting
By Ronda Waiksnis
Located in San Francisco, CA
, panoramic, abstract, nature, oil painting, greenRiver MagicRonda WaiksnisOil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
River Guardian, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Toby Corbett
Located in Yardley, PA
river. :: Painting :: Contemporary :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Moody River", Contemporary Spring Landscape, River, Purple, Blue, Oil Painting
By Catherine Picard-Gibbs
Located in Franklin, MA
"Moody River" by Catherine Picard-Gibbs is a spring landscape in oil capturing a peaceful
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$2,200
H 30 in W 30 in D 0.78 in
Arkansas River, Painting, Oil on Other
By Richard Szkutnik
Located in Yardley, PA
original en plein air oil on panel paint near Salida CO :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Arkansas River, Painting, Oil on Other
By Richard Szkutnik
Located in Yardley, PA
original en plein air oil on panel paint near Salida CO :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
River Point, Painting, Oil on Other
By Richard Szkutnik
Located in Yardley, PA
first overnight frost in november paint at river point sheridan city :: Painting :: Impressionist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil River Landscape
Located in Fredericksburg, VA
This 19th-century American School river landscape painting by an unknown artist embodies the
Category
Mid-19th Century Hudson River School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Shallow River, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Richard Szkutnik
Located in Yardley, PA
original en plein air oil on canvas panel paint in contemporary impressionism style :: Painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Colorado River, Painting, Oil on Other
By Richard Szkutnik
Located in Yardley, PA
original dead horse point contemporary impressionism oil on canvas :: Painting :: Impressionist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Paris, River Seine, Oil Painting
By Suren Nersisyan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, travel, oil painting, blueParis, River SeineSuren NersisyanOil painting on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Green River Abstracted" Oil Painting
By Quang Ho
Located in Denver, CO
Quang Ho's "Green River Abstracted" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts an
Category
Early 2000s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Mountain river 4, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
A painting depicts a serene winter scene with a river running through a mountain valley. The
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
A big river, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
In this painting, I sought to capture the fiery essence of autumn, blending impressionism with fine
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting - Quatros Mujeres
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
Chiang Mai, Thailand, where one of his paintings was selected for the Chiang Mai Art Museum.
The
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Canvas, Oil
$1,200
H 23.62 in W 19.689 in D 0.79 in
Antique American Hudson River School Sunset Landscape Monogrammed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American Hudson River School landscape oil painting. Oil on board. Framed. Signed in
Category
1880s Hudson River School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
$1,750
H 25 in W 17 in D 2 in
Virgin River, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel
By Richard Szkutnik
Located in Yardley, PA
original contemporary impressionism Virgin River in Zion oil on panel :: Painting :: Impressionist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Rushing Water" Original Oil Painting, River
Located in Denver, CO
"Rushing Water" by Diego Glazer is an original oil painting depicting a rushing river.
About the
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"At the river", Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
One of a kind original Oil painting by Ukrainian artist Alisa Onipchenko-Cherniakovska - Canvas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
$1,850
H 25.6 in W 31.5 in D 1 in
Beside river bank, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Thong Le
Located in Yardley, PA
Landscape at night river bank :: Painting :: Expressionism :: This piece comes with an official
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Yampa River, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel
By Richard Szkutnik
Located in Yardley, PA
original en plein air landscape painting in contemporary impressionism style :: Painting
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
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River Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the river oil painting you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. There are many Impressionist, Contemporary and Modern versions of these works for sale. If you’re looking for a river oil painting from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right river oil painting is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes brown, gray, black and blue. Finding an appealing river oil painting — no matter the origin — is easy, but Jane Bloodgood-Abrams, Henri Duhem, Sanford Robinson Gifford, Bryan Mark Taylor and William Trost Richards each produced popular versions that are worth a look. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paint, oil paint and fabric. A large river oil painting can be an attractive addition to some spaces, while smaller examples are available — approximately spanning 0.5 high and 0.1 wide — and may be better suited to a more modest living area.
How Much is a River Oil Painting?
The price for a river oil painting in our collection starts at $200 and tops out at $900,000 with the average selling for $3,804.
Finding the Right Landscape-paintings for You
It could be argued that cave walls were the canvases for the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict and elevate natural scenery through art, but there is a richer history to consider.
The Netherlands was home to landscapes as a major theme in painting as early as the 1500s, and ink-on-silk paintings in China featured mountains and large bodies of water as far back as the third century. Greeks created vast wall paintings that depicted landscapes and grandiose garden scenes, while in the late 15th century and early 16th century, landscapes were increasingly the subject of watercolor works by the likes of Leonardo da Vinci and Fra Bartolomeo.
The popularity of religious paintings eventually declined altogether, and by the early 19th century, painters of classical landscapes took to painting out-of-doors (plein-air painting). Paintings of natural scenery were increasingly realistic but romanticized too. Into the 20th century, landscapes remained a major theme for many artists, and while the term “landscape painting” may call to mind images of lush, grassy fields and open seascapes, the genre is characterized by more variety, colors and diverse styles than you may think. Painters working in the photorealist style of landscape painting, for example, seek to create works so lifelike that you may confuse their paint for camera pixels. But if you’re shopping for art to outfit an important room, the work needs to be something with a bit of gravitas (and the right frame is important, too).
Adding a landscape painting to your home can introduce peace and serenity within the confines of your own space. (Some may think of it as an aspirational window of sorts rather than a canvas.) Abstract landscape paintings by the likes of Korean painter Seungyoon Choi or Georgia-based artist Katherine Sandoz, on the other hand, bring pops of color and movement into a room. These landscapes refuse to serve as a background. Elsewhere, Adam Straus’s technology-inspired paintings highlight how our extreme involvement with our devices has removed us from the glory of the world around us. Influenced by modern life and steeped in social commentary, Straus’s landscape paintings make us see our surroundings anew.
Whether you’re seeking works by the world’s most notable names or those authored by underground legends, find a vast collection of landscape paintings on 1stDibs.
Questions About River Oil Painting
- 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 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. - 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, 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. - 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 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.
- 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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