How do I identify an oil painting?

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.

Who is the father of oil painting?

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.

When was oil paint invented?

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.

How do you maintain oil paintings?

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.

What is abstract oil painting?

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Can you use oil paint on wood?

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.

Did Dali use oil paint?

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.

How can you tell how old an oil painting is?

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.

Where is the largest oil painting in the world?

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.

Is it necessary to varnish oil paintings?

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

What is the difference between a lithograph and an oil painting?

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.

What makes an oil painting valuable?

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.

How much do oil paintings cost?

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

Do oil paintings darken over time?

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.

How can I tell if an oil painting is real?

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.

How do you know if an oil painting is valuable?

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.

How much are oil paintings worth?

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How do I find an artist of oil paintings?

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.

How do I find the artist of an oil painting?

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.

Does sunlight affect oil paintings?

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.

Oil Painting Books

Paintings Of Libraries

Abstract Expressionism Black And White

Paintings By Welsh Artists

French Expressionism

Shabana Godhrawala The Books, Painting, Oil on Canvas, 2018

$5,450

H 60 in W 48 in D 48 in

The Books, Painting, Oil on Canvas

Located in Yardley, PA

Oil painting is done by smearing colors on the canvas using a combination of brush and knife to

Category

2010s Art Deco Paintings

Materials

Oil

Shabana Godhrawala The Books (series), Painting, Oil on Canvas, 2018

$1,425

H 30 in W 24 in D 0.1 in

The Books (series), Painting, Oil on Canvas

Located in Yardley, PA

Interiors. Painting has a calming vibe. Painting is varnished using Winsor &Newton matte finish varnish

Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTBlue books, Oil painting, Abstract, library, Geometric, Expressionism, textured, 2022

$4,755

H 25.6 in W 31.89 in D 0.79 in

Blue books, Oil painting, Abstract, library, Geometric, Expressionism, textured

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

through the depiction of books on a shelf. Created using oil and palette knife on a 25.6 x 31.9 inch

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Dongxing HuangDongxing Huang Impressionist Original Oil Painting "Two Books", 2000 Circa

$1,000

H 8 in W 12 in

Dongxing Huang Impressionist Original Oil Painting "Two Books"

Located in New York, NY

Title: Two Books Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 8 x 12 inches Frame: Framing options available

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTContemporary Abstract Oil Painting of Colorful Books on Shelves, 2025, 2025

$3,456

H 24.02 in W 28.35 in D 0.79 in

Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting of Colorful Books on Shelves, 2025

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

private collections worldwide. This original oil painting by French contemporary artist Sophie Dumont

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Benjamin DukeBooks and Tea: Contemporary Oil Painting on Panel, 21st Century, 2018

$1,200

H 10 in W 9.5 in

Books and Tea: Contemporary Oil Painting on Panel, 21st Century

By Benjamin Duke

Located in Chicago, IL

and Counting, The Painting Center, New York City, NY A River Without Banks, Paul Collins Art Gallery

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

French SchoolMid 20th Century French Still Life Oil Painting Pile of Books

$386Sale Price|20% Off

H 10.5 in W 13.75 in

Mid 20th Century French Still Life Oil Painting Pile of Books

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

French School, mid 20th century Still life of books oil on board unframed board: 10.5 x 13.75

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Still Life with Bottles and Books - Oil Painting - Mid-20th Century, Mid-20th Century

$774

H 22.05 in W 27.56 in D 1.58 in

Still Life with Bottles and Books - Oil Painting - Mid-20th Century

Located in Roma, IT

Still Life with bottles and books is an artwork with frame, realized by an unknown artist of mid

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Samuel HellerRare Judaica Rabbi Oil Painting (JEWISH MAN HOLDING A CANE AND BOOKS)

$2,200

H 24 in W 19.5 in

Rare Judaica Rabbi Oil Painting (JEWISH MAN HOLDING A CANE AND BOOKS)

By Samuel Heller

Located in Surfside, FL

Genre: Judaica Subject: Portrait Medium: Oil Surface: Canvas Dimensions: 20" x 16" x 3/4

Category

20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Steven Levin"Books and Butterflies 9" Oil painting, still life, surrealist, signed & framed, 2025

$45,800

H 44 in W 32 in

"Books and Butterflies 9" Oil painting, still life, surrealist, signed & framed

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

The ninth "Books and Butterflies" painting from Steven Levin, and the ONLY remaining available from

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sarah Lamb“Old Books” oil painting, traditional still life, literature with red ribbon, 2013

$19,800

H 18 in W 27 in

“Old Books” oil painting, traditional still life, literature with red ribbon

By Sarah Lamb

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

An oil painting by Sarah Lamb. Painting dimensions: 18 x 27 inches Framed dimensions: 26 x 35

Category

2010s American Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Books, Candle and Violin Still Life Table Setting Large Oil Painting

$1,250

H 29.5 in W 35.5 in D 1 in

Books, Candle and Violin Still Life Table Setting Large Oil Painting

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

6141 Oil on canvas of a still life library table setting Set in a gilt frame Image size 29.5x 24

Category

1940s Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Benjamin II VautierBouquet and Books, Oil on Canvas Still-Life Painting, Framed, 1930s, 1932

$1,191

H 18.12 in W 14.97 in D 0.79 in

Bouquet and Books, Oil on Canvas Still-Life Painting, Framed, 1930s

By Benjamin II Vautier

Located in Genève, GE

Work on canvas Light brown wooden frame 61 x 53 x 4 cm

Category

1930s Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTColored Abstract, Books, Oil on canvas, Expressionism, Geometric, 2023

$4,290

H 28.35 in W 24.02 in D 1.38 in

Colored Abstract, Books, Oil on canvas, Expressionism, Geometric

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

accumulation, reinforcing the contemplative nature of the work. The painting does not seek immediate impact

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Allison GildersleeveMagazines and Books, 2014

$2,000

H 10 in W 10 in

Magazines and Books

By Allison Gildersleeve

Located in Dallas, TX

works in Brooklyn, New York; she was awarded the New York Foundation of the Arts Fellowship in Painting

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Antique Oil Painting on canvas Still Life, books, candle, Signed Azuquita Framed

$960Sale Price|20% Off

H 32 in W 38 in D 2 in

Antique Oil Painting on canvas Still Life, books, candle, Signed Azuquita Framed

Located in Palm Coast, FL

This painting is a still-life composition featuring an arrangement of books and other objects on a

Category

Early 20th Century Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTIn octavo, Abstract, Minimalism, Textured, Expressionism, Oil, Books, Library, 2016

$4,171

H 22.45 in W 26.78 in D 1.38 in

In octavo, Abstract, Minimalism, Textured, Expressionism, Oil, Books, Library

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

oil. The freedom of the artist here is in the non-representation of books, what matters to her is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTEdifices of Knowledge, Abstract Library, Geometric, Contemporary, Oil, Books, 2024

$1,179

H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 0.79 in

Edifices of Knowledge, Abstract Library, Geometric, Contemporary, Oil, Books

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

. Composition and Colors: The painting presents an abstract arrangement that suggests the form of books or

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Paul SchulenburgToys Books

$6,800

H 30 in W 30 in

Toys Books

By Paul Schulenburg

Located in Fairfield, CT

challenge that I look forward to whether I am in my studio or out painting on site. It's about the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTLiterary Mosaic, Abstract Library, Geometric, Contemporary, Oil, Books, Modern, 2024

$1,430

H 18.51 in W 18.51 in D 1.38 in

Literary Mosaic, Abstract Library, Geometric, Contemporary, Oil, Books, Modern

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

captures the essence of cultural and intellectual diversity. Sophie Dumont, through this oil on canvas

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

French SchoolVintage Mid 20th Century French Signed Oil Painting Pink Roses in Vase & Books

$877Sale Price|20% Off

H 13 in Dm 16 in

Vintage Mid 20th Century French Signed Oil Painting Pink Roses in Vase & Books

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

patterns. Medium: oil painting on board, unframed board: 13 x 16 inches Provenance: private collection

Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTAtelier des reliures Abstract library, Books, Oil paint, Contemporary, Geometric, 2026

$4,171

H 24.02 in W 28.35 in D 1.38 in

Atelier des reliures Abstract library, Books, Oil paint, Contemporary, Geometric

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

rhythmic composition, where vertical forms evoke the presence of books while remaining firmly anchored in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTlibrary 8, Abstract, Collage, Books, Oil on canvas, Minimalism, Expressionism, 2018

$4,171

H 28.35 in W 24.02 in D 1.38 in

library 8, Abstract, Collage, Books, Oil on canvas, Minimalism, Expressionism

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

Abstract painting of a library with fabric collage allowing the paint to vibrate more and providing

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Thomas Broadbent"The Visitor" Contemporary Surrealist Painting, tiger, books, Albers and fruit., 2026

$35,000

H 48 in W 72 in D 2 in

"The Visitor" Contemporary Surrealist Painting, tiger, books, Albers and fruit.

By Thomas Broadbent

Located in New York, NY

This large scale oil painting depicts a tiger with a book in its mouth on a modernist table with

Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Still Life with Palette and Books - Oil on Canvas - 1969, 1969

$810

H 18.51 in W 26.19 in D 1.58 in

Still Life with Palette and Books - Oil on Canvas - 1969

Located in Roma, IT

Still life with palette and books is an artwork realized by an unknown artist in 1969. Oil on

Category

1960s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Yvette Dubois HabasqueFrench Abstract Still Life “Bouquins”, Books Composition, Oil on Paper, 2002

$987Sale Price|20% Off

H 14 in W 17.25 in D 0.1 in

French Abstract Still Life “Bouquins”, Books Composition, Oil on Paper

By Yvette Dubois Habasque

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Title French Abstract Still Life “Bouquins”, Books Composition, Oil on Paper Key Details Artist

Category

Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Hugo BastidasBOOKS OF TRANSFORMATION, 2014

Price Upon Request

H 80 in W 80 in D 2 in

BOOKS OF TRANSFORMATION

By Hugo Bastidas

Located in New York, NY

landscape painting

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTPolyphony of Books, Oil on canvas, Abstract library, Expressionism, French art, 2025

$3,575

H 22.45 in W 26.78 in D 0.79 in

Polyphony of Books, Oil on canvas, Abstract library, Expressionism, French art

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

About the artist: Sophie Dumont is a French contemporary painter known for her rich, layered oil

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Duane BrownUsed Books, Oil Painting, 2023

$1,150

H 18 in W 12 in D 0.12 in

Used Books, Oil Painting

Located in San Francisco, CA

, interior, impressionism, people, oil painting, brownUsed BooksDuane BrownOil painting

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTDialogue of Colors, Contemporary Textured Oil on Canvas, Abstract Library, Books, 2025

$2,145

H 22.45 in W 22.45 in D 0.79 in

Dialogue of Colors, Contemporary Textured Oil on Canvas, Abstract Library, Books

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

Abstract interior oil painting by French contemporary artist Sophie Dumont, Dialogue de Couleurs

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTArchives, Colors Books in Library, Abstract, Expressionism, Oil on canvas, Green, 2022

$4,755

H 31.89 in W 25.6 in D 0.79 in

Archives, Colors Books in Library, Abstract, Expressionism, Oil on canvas, Green

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

and textures. Created with oil on canvas, this painting employs thick, expressive brushstrokes to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTThe Citadel of Books, Monumental Oil on Canvas, Signed, 59x59 in, 2025

$19,068

H 61.42 in W 61.42 in D 1.38 in

The Citadel of Books, Monumental Oil on Canvas, Signed, 59x59 in

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

The Citadel of Books is a monumental oil on canvas (59 x 59 inches / 150 x 150 cm unframed and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTBound by Color, Abstract, oil on canvas, Books, Library, Expressionism, French, 2024

$2,145

H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 1.38 in

Bound by Color, Abstract, oil on canvas, Books, Library, Expressionism, French

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

nature, offering a unique perspective on the world around us. With a mastery of oil painting techniques

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Jekabs Arturs Springis Flowers and books. 1986, oil on cardboard, 100x70 cm, 1986

$2,478Sale Price|20% Off

H 39.38 in W 27.56 in

Flowers and books. 1986, oil on cardboard, 100x70 cm

Located in Riga, LV

Flowers and books. 1986, oil on board, 100x70 cm Jekabs Arturs Springis (1907– 2004) Painter

Category

1980s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

Still Life with Books and Pears - Oil Paint - Mid-20th Century, Mid-20th Century

$810

H 22.05 in W 27.56 in D 1.58 in

Still Life with Books and Pears - Oil Paint - Mid-20th Century

Located in Roma, IT

Still life with books and pears is an artwork with frame, realized by an unknown artist of mid

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Roger Aliquot (1914-1979) - Impasto 1945 Oil, Bouquet and Books, 1945

$795

H 21.66 in W 18.31 in D 0.79 in

Roger Aliquot (1914-1979) - Impasto 1945 Oil, Bouquet and Books

Located in Corsham, GB

Roger Aliquot (1914-1979) employs broad, gestural brushstrokes with areas of thick, textured, impasto to capture this colourful still life. Signed and dated to the upper left. On can...

Category

Mid-20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

George WeissbortGeorge Weissbort (1928-2013) - 20th Century Oil, Coal Bucket & Books, 20th Century

$441

H 16.15 in W 13 in

George Weissbort (1928-2013) - 20th Century Oil, Coal Bucket & Books

By George Weissbort

Located in Corsham, GB

Still Life, oil on canvas. Signed to the lower right and dated '77.

Category

20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

RU8ICON1Day Dreaming (2022) oil on canvas, figurative, woman with books, red, pattern, 2022

$2,500

H 36 in W 30 in D 1.5 in

Day Dreaming (2022) oil on canvas, figurative, woman with books, red, pattern

By RU8ICON1

Located in Jersey City, NJ

"Day Dreaming" by RU8ICON1 is an oil painting on canvas, from 2022. It is a figurative interiors

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Trip ParkTrip Park, "Geeky Shelves", 30x30 Colorful Library Books Painting on Canvas, 2023

$5,850

H 30 in W 30 in

Trip Park, "Geeky Shelves", 30x30 Colorful Library Books Painting on Canvas

By Trip Park

Located in Saratoga Springs, NY

This Painting, "Geeky Shelves", is a 30x30 oil painting on canvas by artist Trip Park. Featured in

Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antonio SciaccaStill Life with Mask and Books - Oil Paint by Antonio Sciacca - 1996, 1996

$1,430

H 23.63 in W 31.5 in D 0.79 in

Still Life with Mask and Books - Oil Paint by Antonio Sciacca - 1996

Located in Roma, IT

Still Life with Mask and Books is an artwork realized by Antonio Sciacca (Catania, 1957) Oil

Category

1990s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Valery Tatar"Study for the Torah (green books)", 2021

$2,000

H 41.34 in W 49.61 in D 0.79 in

"Study for the Torah (green books)"

Located in Edinburgh, GB

the second book for the Torah in the future (the book of Exodus). The work is done on canvas, in oil

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Pietro BulloniUnaici e Quarantahue (Clock on Three Books), Painting by Pietro Bulloni, 2003

$3,500

H 17 in W 15 in

Unaici e Quarantahue (Clock on Three Books), Painting by Pietro Bulloni

By Pietro Bulloni

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Pietro Bulloni Title: Unaici e Quarantahue (Clock on Three Books) Year: 2003 Medium: Oil

Category

Early 2000s Surrealist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Jeanine DonkersMemento - 21st Century Realistic Still-life Painting with books and a bird, 2025

$4,880

H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 1.58 in

Memento - 21st Century Realistic Still-life Painting with books and a bird

Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant

x 68 cm Oil on wood panel Jeanine Donkers' paintings offer a world filled with familiar elements

Category

2010s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

SOPHIE DUMONTBooks symphony, Abstract, library, French Minimalism, Multicolor, Expressionism, 2024

$1,299

H 18.51 in W 18.51 in D 1.38 in

Books symphony, Abstract, library, French Minimalism, Multicolor, Expressionism

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

variety of books representing diverse genres, authors, and subjects. Each book brings its own unique voice

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTLayers of history, abstract, Minimalism, library, Colors, books, Contemporary, 2025

$6,554

H 42.13 in W 34.65 in D 1.38 in

Layers of history, abstract, Minimalism, library, Colors, books, Contemporary

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

Oil on canvas Unframed size: 100 x 81 cm (39.37 x 31.88 in) Framed size: 107 x 88 cm (42.12 x 34.64

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTHistoire sans fin, Abstract Expressionist, Colorful Books, Library, French art, 2022

$4,385

H 30.32 in W 30.32 in D 1.38 in

Histoire sans fin, Abstract Expressionist, Colorful Books, Library, French art

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

Abstract expressionist library with colorful books. Worked in oil and with a knife, the subject

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

S. PaganiStill life with books, pipe and matches

$1,513

H 14.97 in W 21.66 in D 0.79 in

Still life with books, pipe and matches

Located in Genève, GE

books with red, green and blue covers, are superimposed in a carefully balanced pile, suggesting the

Category

Mid-20th Century Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

SOPHIE DUMONTClin d'oeil, Large still life, Books, French artist, Expressionism, Contemporary, 2024

$8,747

H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 0.79 in

Clin d'oeil, Large still life, Books, French artist, Expressionism, Contemporary

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

, evoking both spontaneity and intentionality. At first glance, the painting appears simple, yet closer

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Anthony RappaFauvist Still Life with Fruit Basket and Books, 1990

$2,400

H 24 in W 30 in D 0.75 in

Fauvist Still Life with Fruit Basket and Books

By Anthony Rappa

Located in Soquel, CA

Southern California he became interested in painting. He studied locally with John Cunningham (founder of

Category

1990s Fauvist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Hermann HallerStill life with sailor's beret, beer mug, long pipe and books, 1902

$1,430

H 27.37 in W 15.75 in D 0.79 in

Still life with sailor's beret, beer mug, long pipe and books

Located in Genève, GE

lifes, figurative art, and symbolic compositions. oil on canvas H. Haller, symbolic still life painting

Category

Early 1900s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Guy Robinson"Another Vanitas 3" - surrealist still life, objects, flowers, books, pattern, 2023

$2,200

H 24 in W 22 in

"Another Vanitas 3" - surrealist still life, objects, flowers, books, pattern

By Guy Robinson

Located in Atlanta, GA

This painting features hues of green, purple and blue. This surrealist still life has a flowers, a

Category

2010s Surrealist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Guy Robinson"Another Vanitas 2" - surrealist still life, objects, flowers, books, pattern, 2023

$2,200

H 24 in W 22 in

"Another Vanitas 2" - surrealist still life, objects, flowers, books, pattern

By Guy Robinson

Located in Atlanta, GA

This painting features hues of green, purple and blue. This surrealist still life has an elephant

Category

2010s Surrealist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Guy Robinson"Another Vanitas 2" - surrealist still life, objects, flowers, books, pattern, 2023

$2,200

H 24 in W 22 in

"Another Vanitas 2" - surrealist still life, objects, flowers, books, pattern

By Guy Robinson

Located in Atlanta, GA

This painting features hues of green, purple and blue. This surrealist still life a pear, skull

Category

2010s Surrealist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Ken DeWaardUltra Realist Library Still-Life Books and Candles "Little Devil in the Details", 1999

$2,650

H 20 in W 21 in D 2 in

Ultra Realist Library Still-Life Books and Candles "Little Devil in the Details"

By Ken DeWaard

Located in Soquel, CA

Ultra Realist Library Still-Life Books and Candles "Little Devil in the Details" Highly detailed

Category

1990s American Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Oil

Fernand Adriaenssens'Still Life with Books' by Fernand Adriaenssens ( 1859 – Antwerp – 1944 ), 1859 – 1944

$6,197

H 24.61 in W 34.45 in D 3.94 in

'Still Life with Books' by Fernand Adriaenssens ( 1859 – Antwerp – 1944 )

Located in Knokke, BE

Fernand Adriaenssens 1859 – Antwerp – 1944 Belgian Painter 'Still Life with Books' Signature

Category

Early 20th Century Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Elin Sian BlakeTy Nain Grandma’s House Painting, Oil on Canvas, Signed, Framed

$1,638Sale Price|58% Off

H 22.84 in W 18.9 in D 1.19 in

Ty Nain Grandma’s House Painting, Oil on Canvas, Signed, Framed

By Elin Sian Blake

Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset

encountered on her travels. Blake taught herself oil painting using library books, originally producing very

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Elin Sian BlakeMaking Ripples Oil Painting on Canvas, Signed, 58x47.5cm, Welsh Art

$6,603Sale Price|20% Off

H 22.84 in W 18.71 in D 1.19 in

Making Ripples Oil Painting on Canvas, Signed, 58x47.5cm, Welsh Art

By Elin Sian Blake

Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset

travels. Blake taught herself oil painting using library books, originally producing very detailed photo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

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Ian RobinsonTravel Books: Photorealistic Oil Painting by Ian Robinson, 2017

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H 13.78 in W 15.36 in D 1.19 in

Travel Books: Photorealistic Oil Painting by Ian Robinson

By Ian Robinson

Located in London, Hertfordshire

This technically astounding, photorealistic oil painting is a study made in the Horniman Museum in

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Paper

Robin Tewes"Her Story" Painting, Oil on Birch Panel, Figurative, Nude, Books, 2010

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H 25 in W 20 in D 1 in

"Her Story" Painting, Oil on Birch Panel, Figurative, Nude, Books

By Robin Tewes

Located in New York, NY

prestigious awards, including the 2008 Pollock-Krasner Foundation Painting Award, the 2007 Adolph and Esther

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Birch, Paint, Oil, Panel

Frankie GollubAllegory of Painting, still-life, realism, oil painting, creatures, books, 2022

Unavailable

H 20 in W 14 in

Allegory of Painting, still-life, realism, oil painting, creatures, books

Located in Memphis, TN

pursue a career in painting. He completed a BFA in Painting and Printmaking at Virginia Commonwealth

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Ian RobinsonRoald Dahl Ideas Books: Photorealistic Oil Painting by Ian Robinson, 2016

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H 15.75 in W 27.17 in D 1.58 in

Roald Dahl Ideas Books: Photorealistic Oil Painting by Ian Robinson

By Ian Robinson

Located in London, Hertfordshire

This technically astounding, photorealistic oil painting of books is executed in oil on a wood

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Ian RobinsonRichard Prince Photography Books: Photorealistic Oil Painting by Ian Robinson, 2011

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H 15.36 in W 16.54 in D 1.19 in

Richard Prince Photography Books: Photorealistic Oil Painting by Ian Robinson

By Ian Robinson

Located in London, Hertfordshire

books in the Chelsea Library, Kings Road, London. The painting is in oil on fine cotton canvas

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Stretcher Bars, Cotton Canvas

Ian RobinsonBanksy Books: Photorealistic Oil Painting of Banksy Photobooks by Ian Robinson, 2021

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H 15.75 in W 47.25 in D 1.58 in

Banksy Books: Photorealistic Oil Painting of Banksy Photobooks by Ian Robinson

By Ian Robinson

Located in London, Hertfordshire

found in surrounding areas, popular with graffiti art tours. The books in the painting depict the

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Raw Linen

Ian RobinsonSterne Books: Photorealistic Oil Painting of Old Book Spines by Ian Robinson, 2019

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H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 1.58 in

Sterne Books: Photorealistic Oil Painting of Old Book Spines by Ian Robinson

By Ian Robinson

Located in London, Hertfordshire

Meticulously painted in oil on plywood, this still-life painting was made in Shandy Hall in the

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Plywood

Samir RakhmanovStill Life With Books - Samir Rakhmanov 21st Century Contemporary Oil Painting, 2018

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H 15.75 in W 11.82 in

Still Life With Books - Samir Rakhmanov 21st Century Contemporary Oil Painting

By Samir Rakhmanov

Located in Singapore, SG

Overwhelmingly universal, "Still Life With Books" by Samir Rakhmanov reveals the lyricism contained

Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

Cornelius VolkerBooks, 2008

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H 78.75 in W 47.25 in

Books

By Cornelius Volker

Located in San Francisco, CA

Medium: oil on canvas A still-life rendering of a stack of books

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Jeffrey LongAbandoned Books

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H 36 in W 48 in D 1.5 in

Abandoned Books

Located in San Luis Obispo, CA

Design and had decided to be a painter. His paintings from this period were photo realistic portraits and

Category

2010s American Modern Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Ian RobinsonHorniman Library Anthropology Books: Photorealistic Painting by Ian Robinson, 2016

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H 18.9 in W 25.2 in

Horniman Library Anthropology Books: Photorealistic Painting by Ian Robinson

By Ian Robinson

Located in London, Hertfordshire

Horniman Library Anthropology Books by Ian Robinson, 2016, Oil on wood panel, 48 x 64 cm (presented

Category

2010s Photorealist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Plywood

Ian RobinsonSchwitters in Exile: Photorealistic Painting of Books by Ian Robinson, 2017

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H 25.2 in W 31.5 in D 1.97 in

Schwitters in Exile: Photorealistic Painting of Books by Ian Robinson

By Ian Robinson

Located in London, Hertfordshire

This technically astounding, photorealistic oil painting of books is executed in oil on fine linen

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Eric ReinemannFrom the Books #7, 2015

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H 33 in W 24 in D 2.5 in

From the Books #7

By Eric Reinemann

Located in Sante Fe, NM

study of the physical world to make abstract paintings expressive of my lived experience. Basically

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hard-Edge Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Cornelius VolkerStack of Books, 2018

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H 63 in W 70.88 in

Stack of Books

By Cornelius Volker

Located in San Francisco, CA

oil on canvas

Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Ernesto López Sao"Cremora Tower" 2014 large Cuban oil / canvas Books and Violin LARGE vertical, 2014

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H 70 in W 48 in

"Cremora Tower" 2014 large Cuban oil / canvas Books and Violin LARGE vertical

By Ernesto López Sao

Located in Dallas, TX

Monumental large still life painting of a violin on a stack of books in a hyper realist manner

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Tim McGuireLilacs and Books and Tea, 2023

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H 32 in W 36 in

Lilacs and Books and Tea

By Tim McGuire

Located in Wenham, MA

This is an original oil paining on linen canvas by Timothy Andrew McGuire. To stand before one of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Iliya MirochnikIliya Mirochnik, "Where they have Burned Books", 48in x 60in, oil on canvas, 2014-5

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H 64 in W 52 in D 4 in

Iliya Mirochnik, "Where they have Burned Books", 48in x 60in, oil on canvas

By Iliya Mirochnik

Located in Holmdel, NJ

deal of what was to come: "Where they have burned books, they will also ultimately burn people." ILIYA

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Ian RobinsonCook Books: Colourful Painting made in the Mark Hix Library by Ian Robinson, 2018

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H 12.6 in W 16.54 in D 1.97 in

Cook Books: Colourful Painting made in the Mark Hix Library by Ian Robinson

By Ian Robinson

Located in London, Hertfordshire

This very colourful painting of a shelf of cook books is executed in oil on a wood panel and is

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Adrianus TimmersA stil life with books and an etching of Rotterdam, 1940

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H 17.76 in W 21.74 in

A stil life with books and an etching of Rotterdam

By Adrianus Timmers

Located in Ede, NL

Adriaan Timmers painted and drew predominantly realistic still-lifes, but he also made landscapes and interiors. As of 1927 he participated at all exhibitions of 'De Onafhankelijken'...

Category

Early 20th Century Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Claude Raguet HirstStill-Life of Books, a Candlestick & Glasses by Claude Raguet Hirst (1855-1942), Unknown

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H 12.13 in W 18.25 in

Still-Life of Books, a Candlestick & Glasses by Claude Raguet Hirst (1855-1942)

By Claude Raguet Hirst

Located in New York, NY

Claude Raguet Hirst (1855-1942) Still-Life of Books, a Candlestick and Glasses Oil on canvas 12 1/8

Category

19th Century Naturalistic Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Olga SorensenStill-life with Pipe, Books and Jar by Olga Sorensen (1877-1963, American)

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H 11 in W 16 in

Still-life with Pipe, Books and Jar by Olga Sorensen (1877-1963, American)

Located in New York, NY

) Olga Sorensen (1877-1963) Still-life with Pipe, Books and Jar Oil on canvas 11 x 16 inches Signed and

Category

20th Century American Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTabstract books, multicolor geometric still life, books, library, oil, modern, 2023

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H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 0.79 in

abstract books, multicolor geometric still life, books, library, oil, modern

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

the subject of countless representations in Western painting since the Middle Ages. Sophie Dumont has

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Samuel HellerRare Judaica Rabbi Oil Painting (JEWISH MAN HOLDING A CANE AND BOOKS)

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H 24 in W 19.5 in

Rare Judaica Rabbi Oil Painting (JEWISH MAN HOLDING A CANE AND BOOKS)

By Samuel Heller

Located in Surfside, FL

Genre: Judaica Subject: Portrait Medium: Oil Surface: Canvas Dimensions: 20" x 16" x 3/4

Category

20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Samuel HellerRare Judaica Rabbi Oil Painting (JEWISH MAN HOLDING A CANE AND BOOKS)

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H 24 in W 19.5 in

Rare Judaica Rabbi Oil Painting (JEWISH MAN HOLDING A CANE AND BOOKS)

By Samuel Heller

Located in Surfside, FL

Genre: Judaica Subject: Portrait Medium: Oil Surface: Canvas Dimensions: 20" x 16" x 3/4

Category

20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

C SørensenC Sørensen, Still Life With Trollius, Tea Cup & Books, Oil Painting, c. 1930

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H 22 in W 23.5 in

C Sørensen, Still Life With Trollius, Tea Cup & Books, Oil Painting

Located in Cheltenham, GB

This charming early 20th-century oil painting by Danish artist C Sørensen depicts an arrangement of

Category

1930s Photorealist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mid Century Modern Swedish Expressive Still Life Oil Painting - Bottle & Books, 1960s

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H 15.56 in W 24.61 in

Mid Century Modern Swedish Expressive Still Life Oil Painting - Bottle & Books

Located in Bristol, GB

BOTTLE & BOOKS Size: 39.5 x 62.5 cm (including frame) Oil on canvas A vivid and striking mid

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTFrench library Abstract, Geometric, Contemporary, Oil, Books, multicolor, 2024

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H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 0.79 in

French library Abstract, Geometric, Contemporary, Oil, Books, multicolor

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

library through a subtle abstraction, blending texture, color, and suggestion. This oil on canvas

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTMemories, Abstract Library, Geometric, Contemporary, Oil, Books, multicolor, 2024

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H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 0.79 in

Memories, Abstract Library, Geometric, Contemporary, Oil, Books, multicolor

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

of books meticulously rendered with Dumont's distinctive knife technique, creating a textured and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTSerenite livresque, books, colors, impasto, expressionism, minimalism, oil, 2024

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H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 0.79 in

Serenite livresque, books, colors, impasto, expressionism, minimalism, oil

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

an interesting contrast with the calmer shades of gray, ocher, and green used to represent the books

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pierre CoquetStill life with books on the table, oil painting by Pierre Coquet

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H 19.69 in W 27.56 in D 1.58 in

Still life with books on the table, oil painting by Pierre Coquet

Located in Montfort l’Amaury, FR

Pierre Coquet - Still life with books on a table Reference number F442 Framed with an ebony color

Category

1990s French School Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTchromatic, colored abstract, books, oil on canvas, expressionism, geometric, 2023

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H 25.6 in W 21.26 in D 0.79 in

chromatic, colored abstract, books, oil on canvas, expressionism, geometric

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

geometric abstract painting of books in a library. The colors are muted, mixing warm and cold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTGemoetric, abstract library, books, expressionism, multicolor, oil on canvas, 2023

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H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 0.79 in

Gemoetric, abstract library, books, expressionism, multicolor, oil on canvas

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

mastery of contemporary abstract art.abstract and geometric painting of books in a library. The colors are

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Luis FuentesBooks with the Coffee original interior Landscape painting, 2019

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H 39.38 in W 59.06 in D 1.97 in

Books with the Coffee original interior Landscape painting

By Luis Fuentes

Located in London, Chelsea

The original Abstract Painting by Luis Fuentes is painted on deep edge stretched canvas. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTBooks Patchwork – Large Abstract Bookshelf Painting by French Artist, 2023

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H 38.19 in W 51.19 in D 0.79 in

Books Patchwork – Large Abstract Bookshelf Painting by French Artist

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

. Using oil on canvas, the artist creates a painting that blends the structure of books with the art of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTsweetness, abstract, books, modern, oil on canvas, series of libraries, 2022

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H 13.78 in W 10.63 in D 0.79 in

sweetness, abstract, books, modern, oil on canvas, series of libraries

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

Pink abstract painting of a library with pastel books on a large grain linen canvas which gives it

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTthe manuscripts, grey abstract, library, books, oil on canvas, expressionism, 2023

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H 51.97 in W 51.19 in D 0.79 in

the manuscripts, grey abstract, library, books, oil on canvas, expressionism

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

/22/2024 Abstraction of gray, black, white and ocher books in oil on canvas in a library. The subject

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Benjamin DukeBooks and Coffee, 2018

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H 11 in W 13 in

Books and Coffee

By Benjamin Duke

Located in Chicago, IL

and Counting, The Painting Center, New York City, NY A River Without Banks, Paul Collins Art Gallery

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

SOPHIE DUMONTl'echo du savoir , abstract, colored, oil, books, expressionism, geometric, 2024

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H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 0.79 in

l'echo du savoir , abstract, colored, oil, books, expressionism, geometric

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

colorful books are meticulously arranged. Executed in oil on canvas with a palette knife, this painting

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTreading, abstract geometric still life, books, library, oil on canvas, modern, 2022

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H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 0.79 in

reading, abstract geometric still life, books, library, oil on canvas, modern

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

. picture of a library with colorful books. Close to geometric abstraction, books remain very present. As

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTthe library, oil on canas, books, white, gray, impasto, modern, minimalism, 2023

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H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 0.79 in

the library, oil on canas, books, white, gray, impasto, modern, minimalism

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

touch of vitality introduced by a few discreetly green books thoughtfully placed in the lower right

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTcolorful books, abstract geometric still life, library, oil on canvas, modern, 2023

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H 13.78 in W 10.63 in D 0.79 in

colorful books, abstract geometric still life, library, oil on canvas, modern

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

. picture of a library with colorful books. Close to geometric abstraction, books remain very present. As

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTpocket books, blue abstract, minimalism, library series, oil on canvas, modern, 2022

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H 13.78 in W 10.63 in D 0.79 in

pocket books, blue abstract, minimalism, library series, oil on canvas, modern

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

Table of very material books in shades of turquoise blue and ocher on linen canvas. Close to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Steven J. LevinBooks and Butterflies #7, 2022

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H 35 in W 33 in

Books and Butterflies #7

By Steven J. Levin

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

"Books and Butterflies #7" is a contemporary American realist painting. The still life shows a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTstories without name, abstract geometric still life, books, library, oil, modern, 2023

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H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 0.79 in

stories without name, abstract geometric still life, books, library, oil, modern

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

the subject of countless representations in Western painting since the Middle Ages. Sophie Dumont has

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTpele mele, oil on canvas, blue abstract, library, books expressionism, colorfull, 2023

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H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 0.79 in

pele mele, oil on canvas, blue abstract, library, books expressionism, colorfull

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

form and tone. This oil on canvas, measuring 87 x 87 cm (34.3 x 34.3 inches) framed, is a vibrant

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Tim McGuireBlossoms and Books, 2020

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H 39.37 in W 47.25 in

Blossoms and Books

By Tim McGuire

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

A large oil painting of a wooden table, bountiful with books, apple blossoms, and scattered fruit

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21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Boris Trofimenko (b.1919) - Russian 20th Century Oil, School Girl Reading Books, 20th Century

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H 16.74 in W 13.19 in

Boris Trofimenko (b.1919) - Russian 20th Century Oil, School Girl Reading Books

Located in Corsham, GB

Boris Trofimenko (b. 1919) 'School Girl Reading Books', oil on board. Signed to the lower right

Category

20th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTNew tales, abstract geometric still life, books, library, oil on canvas, modern, 2023

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H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 0.79 in

New tales, abstract geometric still life, books, library, oil on canvas, modern

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

painting on linen presents a stylized and simplified representation of a library, with vibrant books

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pierre CoquetStill life with open books – Original Oil paint – 26 x 21.7 in, circa 1980

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H 25.99 in W 21.66 in D 0.79 in

Still life with open books – Original Oil paint – 26 x 21.7 in

Located in Montfort l’Amaury, FR

." Pierre Coquet (1926–2021) Still life with open books Oil on paper laid on board, 66 x 55 x 2 cm (26 x

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1980s French School Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Laid Paper

SOPHIE DUMONTThe ochers, Abstract Geometric Still life, books, library, oil on canvas, modern, 2025

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H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 0.79 in

The ochers, Abstract Geometric Still life, books, library, oil on canvas, modern

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

been the subject of countless representations in Western painting since the Middle Ages. Sophie Dumont

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Bloomsbury School Early 20th Century Oil - Still Life with Books & Candlestick, 20th Century

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H 25.2 in W 29.14 in

Bloomsbury School Early 20th Century Oil - Still Life with Books & Candlestick

Located in Corsham, GB

A beautiful still life in the Bloomsbury School style, depicting three stacked books, tobacco pipes

Category

20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Steven J. LevinBooks with Wine Glass, 2023

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H 23 in W 27 in

Books with Wine Glass

By Steven J. Levin

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

Levin continues his "Books and Butterflies" series with this dynamic still-life. Butterflies flit

Category

2010s American Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Amy FlorenceTulips Ranunculus and Books, 2022

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H 39.5 in W 51.25 in D 1 in

Tulips Ranunculus and Books

By Amy Florence

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

A still life oil painting of a table with flowers in the process of being cut and arranged. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Bosco Tatich (1908-1977) - Mid 20th Century Oil, Bouquet and Books, 20th Century

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H 34.45 in W 23.63 in

Bosco Tatich (1908-1977) - Mid 20th Century Oil, Bouquet and Books

Located in Corsham, GB

A lively mid-20th century still life study by the artist Bosco Tatich (1908-1977), rendered with energetic brushstrokes and heavy impasto. Signed. On canvas laid to board. Image size...

Category

20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Kelly Carmody"Green book" figurative painting of woman resting with her books, patterned room, 2025

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H 15.5 in W 11.5 in

"Green book" figurative painting of woman resting with her books, patterned room

By Kelly Carmody

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

traditional in subject and composition; however, she further transforms her skilled hand by painting a single

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil

Charles MonginotFrench Academic Painting MONGINOT Orientalist Still Life Lamp Carpet Books 19th

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H 28.75 in W 22.05 in

French Academic Painting MONGINOT Orientalist Still Life Lamp Carpet Books 19th

By Charles Monginot

Located in PARIS, FR

Charles MONGINOT Brienne-le-Château, 1825 - Dienville, 1900 Oriental Still Life Oil on canvas on a

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19th Century Academic Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTThe Art of Books, Abstract Library, Oil on canvas, Geometric, Modern, Minimalism, 2024

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H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 0.79 in

The Art of Books, Abstract Library, Oil on canvas, Geometric, Modern, Minimalism

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

The Art of Books" is a contemporary piece by Sophie Dumont, capturing the essence of literature

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

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$1,113

H 10.63 in W 13.78 in D 0.79 in

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$3,456

H 26.38 in W 26.38 in D 1.38 in

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Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

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Materials

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H 18.51 in W 18.51 in D 1.38 in

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Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

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Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Landscape Paintings

Materials

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SOPHIE DUMONTLes Parcelles, Abstract Oil Painting of Normandy Landscape, Signed, 2023

$5,362

H 28.35 in W 38.98 in D 1.38 in

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By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTCubist Studio, Abstract, Green, Geometric, Contemporary, Oil, Minimalism, French, 2024

$3,217

H 24.02 in W 19.69 in D 0.79 in

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By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

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Materials

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SOPHIE DUMONTChromatic escape, Abstract Landscape, Countryside, Contemporary, Oil, French art, 2024

$4,171

H 24.02 in W 28.35 in D 1.19 in

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By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTReflets d'ailleurs Abstract Landscape, Countryside, Contemporary, Modern French, 2024

$5,601

H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 0.79 in

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By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

SOPHIE DUMONTEmpreintes, Modern Abstract Painting in Blue and Neutral Tones Textured Oil art, 2025

$3,456

H 26.38 in W 26.38 in D 1.38 in

Empreintes, Modern Abstract Painting in Blue and Neutral Tones Textured Oil art

By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

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$2,014

H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 0.79 in

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Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

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$2,979

H 18.12 in W 21.66 in D 0.79 in

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$6,554

H 37.8 in W 48.43 in D 0.79 in

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Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Nude Paintings

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$2,979

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Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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$5,470

H 34.26 in W 34.26 in D 0.79 in

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By SOPHIE DUMONT

Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

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$1,430

H 18.51 in W 18.51 in D 1.38 in

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Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

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$3,289

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Located in LANGRUNE-SUR-MER, FR

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Find a variety of oil painting books available on 1stDibs. There are many Contemporary, Impressionist and Photorealist versions of these works for sale. These items have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. You can search the oil painting books that we have for sale on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of gray, brown, black and green. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Ian Robinson, Nathan Neven, Cornelius Volker, Benjamin Duke and Ekaterina Popova are often thought to be among the most beautiful. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in oil paint, paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home. Large oil painting books can be an attractive addition to some spaces, while the smaller iterations available — each spanning 4.38 inches in width — may make for a better choice for a more modest living area.

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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 paintings, landscape paintings, still-life paintings and other original 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?

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