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Oil Painting circle of Petrius Geradus Vertin "Dutch Townscene"
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting circle of Petrius Geradus Vertin "Dutch Townscene" 1819 - 1893. Very typical scene of
Category

19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

American Midwest Regional Portrait Oil Painting, Circle of Grant Wood, ca 1940’s
Located in Baltimore, MD
period. The flatness of the landscape also suggests the Midwest. The painting is very well done. The
Category

1940s American Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil Painting by circle of Nicolaes Berchem "Off to Market"
By (After) Nicolaes Berchem
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting circle of Nicolaes Berchem "Off to Market" 1620 - 1683 Highly esteemed Dutch pastoral
Category

17th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Expressionist French Landscape, Bright Colours, Oil Painting
By (circle of) Pierre Ambrogiani
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Expressionist French Landscape, Bright Colours, Oil Painting circle of Pierre Ambrogiani (French
Category

Mid-20th Century Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

LARGE OLD MASTER LATE 18th CENTURY CIRCLE of THOMAS GAINSBOROUGH OIL PAINTING
By (circle of) Thomas Gainsborough
Located in Ferndown, GB
OLD MASTER LATE 18th /EARLY 19th CENTURY CIRCLE of THOMAS GAINSBOROUGH OIL PAINTING Fine OIL
Category

18th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

LARGE OLD MASTER LATE 18th CENTURY CIRCLE of SIR JOSHUA REYNOLDS OIL PAINTING
By (Circle of) Joshua Reynolds
Located in Ferndown, GB
HUGE OLD MASTER LATE 18th CENTURY CIRCLE of SIR JOSHUA REYNOLDS OIL PAINTING Fine OIL PAINTING Old
Category

18th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Secret Circles, Oil Painting
By Heidi Hybl
Located in San Francisco, CA
, modern , oil painting, beigeSecret CirclesHeidi HyblOil painting on stretched canvas
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

At Columbus Circle, Oil Painting
By Onelio Marrero
Located in San Francisco, CA
CircleOnelio MarreroOil painting on stretched canvasFinished white edgesVarnished
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Circles and Squares, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Bronle Crosby
Located in Yardley, PA
. Geometry and texture, all in shades of taupe, grey, and white with touches of color. :: Painting :: Realism
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Shifting Circles, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Howard Danelowitz
Located in Yardley, PA
Shifting Circles shows the interplay between geometric shapes and transparent overlays. The
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Circle Square, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Circluar -36" Diameter :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mary Beale (circle) Portrait Painting of Sir John Pettus
By (Circle of) Mary Beale
Located in York, GB
A very fine oil on canvas of Sir John Pettus ,circle of Mary Beale 17th century Wearing a red cloak
Category

17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Circle Line Dock, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Howard Danelowitz
Located in Yardley, PA
The Circle Line is docked before the next excursion. It is a sunny day, where the the sun's
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Several Circles - Kandinsky, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
2022 / 24 x 30 / Oil on canvas This piece is modeled after the original oil on canvas painting
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Circle E, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Howard Danelowitz
Located in Yardley, PA
The painting titled "Circle E" is from a series of Circle Paintings with Trapezoids. A blush
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Circle Parade, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Howard Danelowitz
Located in Yardley, PA
Circle Parade shows the interplay of shapes in two rows, against a cheerful pink background
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Circle Walk, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Howard Danelowitz
Located in Yardley, PA
Circle Walk shows the interplay between two rows of geometric shapes against a bright green
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Landscape View Richmond Hill British 18th Circle of REYNOLDS Oil on canvas
By (Circle of) Joshua Reynolds
Located in PARIS, FR
Early 19th century English school Oil on canvas 35x55cm (50x75cm with frame) This view of the
Category

Early 19th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Circle E, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Howard Danelowitz
Located in Yardley, PA
The painting titled "Circle E" is from a series of Circle Paintings with Trapezoids. A blush
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Circle Walk, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Howard Danelowitz
Located in Yardley, PA
Circle Walk shows the interplay between two rows of geometric shapes against a bright green
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Circle Parade, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Howard Danelowitz
Located in Yardley, PA
Circle Parade shows the interplay of shapes in two rows, against a cheerful pink background
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Dedicated Circles, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Howard Danelowitz
Located in Yardley, PA
Dedicated Circles highlights a circular transparent shape on top of a geometric field
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Dedicated Circles, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Howard Danelowitz
Located in Yardley, PA
In dedicated circles, we view geometric shapes that are in balance with one another. The circles
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Three Transparent Circles, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Howard Danelowitz
Located in Yardley, PA
In Three Transparent Circles, we see circles intersect, and at this point, a new and color is
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Full Circle, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel
By Kevin Brewerton
Located in Yardley, PA
abstract circles set in an fluent motion. :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Concentric Circle Set, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Howard Danelowitz
Located in Yardley, PA
eye into the picture plane. Concentric Circle Set can be paired with the paintings titled Interact
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Wooded Landscape - British art 18thC Old Master oil painting trees figures
By Thomas Gainsborough (circle)
Located in London, GB
A delightful painting, oil on paper laid on panel, with beautiful Gainsboresque colouring. This is
Category

18th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Interact & Concentric Circle Set, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Howard Danelowitz
Located in Yardley, PA
Interact & Concentric Circle Set is comprised of four 40" x 30" paintings on linen. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Virgin in Adoration - 17th Century Italian Old Master Religious Oil Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
Virgin in Adoration Medium: Oil on canvas Painting size: 15.5 x 12 inches (39.5 x 30.5 cm) Frame size: 21
Category

17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Lady Eleanor Dundas - Old Master 18C Scottish art oil painting female portrait
By Henry Raeburn (circle)
Located in London, GB
A fine large and stunning Scottish Old Master portrait oil painting on canvas portrait in good
Category

19th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of a Seated Gentleman - British 19th century art portrait oil painting
By Thomas Lawrence (circle)
Located in London, GB
This striking British 19th century portrait oil painting is attributed to the circle of Sir Thomas
Category

Early 19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Travellers in Wooded Landscape - Dutch 17th century art Old Master oil painting
By Jan Wijnants (circle)
Located in London, GB
An original, very large Dutch Old Master oil on canvas which is attributed to circle of Jan
Category

17th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Columbus Circle, New York City, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Ansgar Dressler
Located in Yardley, PA
run diagonally. Textured pallet-knife painting in oil (except "streets" in a thin bright layer of
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of Mrs Harborough - British 18th century art portrait lady oil painting
Located in London, GB
This lovely 18th century Old Master portrait oil painting is attributed to the circle of noted
Category

18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Circle of LIfe, Oil Painting on Canvas
By Kevin Brewerton
Located in Yardley, PA
This is an incredible one-of-a-kind original abstract painting. Spirals intersecting and morphing
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Portrait of a Lady - Old Master British early 19thC oil painting woman bonnet
By Thomas Lawrence (circle)
Located in London, GB
A fantastic British oil painting which is unsigned and is circle of Thomas Lawrence. It depicts a
Category

19th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of a Gentleman in Crimson Coat - British 19th century art oil painting
Located in London, GB
This fine portrait oil painting is attributed to the circle of Joshua Reynolds. Painted circa 1800
Category

Early 19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

River Scene with Boats and Rotunda Building - Dutch 18th/19thC art oil painting
Located in London, GB
This very interesting 18th/19th century Dutch oil painting is attributed to circle or follower of
Category

Early 1800s Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Fine 1700's Italian Old Master Oil Painting Figures by Shipping Harbour Port
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Trading Port Italian artist, circa 1720's period circle of Michele Marieschi (Italian 1696-1744
Category

Early 18th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Young Woman with Shawl - British early 19thC portrait oil painting
By Thomas Lawrence (circle)
Located in London, GB
This lovely British early 19th century female portrait oil painting is attributed to the circle of
Category

Early 19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Victorian Oil Painting Ducks & Pigeon in Barn Interior Antique Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Farm yard Friends English artist, mid 19th century circle of John Frederick Herring Snr (1795-1865
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"Full Circle, " Oil and Acrylic on Canvas - Figurative Painting
By Lindy Chambers
Located in Houston, TX
in New York. Lindy Chambers "Full Circle" 2019 Oil and Acrylic on Canvas 48 x 48 Inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Lady with Rose - British art Old Master portrait oil painting
Located in London, GB
This charming British early 19th century portrait oil painting is attributed to circle of Sir
Category

19th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Rainy Landscape - Impressionist Victorian art oil painting famous weather artist
By (Circle of) David Cox
Located in London, GB
A fine large oil on canvas which is attributed to circle of David Cox. It is a super evocative
Category

19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique 19th Century English Oil Painting Figures outside Country Cottage
By circle of John Constable
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Country Cottage English School, first half 19th century circle of John Constable oil on board
Category

Early 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Late 19th Century French Impressionist oil Painting Bustling Parisian Boulevard
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Parisian Boulevard French Impressionist artist, circa 1890's circle of Camille Pissarro (1830
Category

Late 19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

FINE VICTORIAN OIL PAINTING - BORROWDALE LAKE DISTRICT LANDSCAPE VALLEY FIGURE
By (Circle of) David Cox
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Borrowdale (Lake District, Cumbria). There is a plaque with this title to the frame. Medium: oil painting on
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Henry Raeburn, (circle) 19th Century portrait of Sir Charles Forbes Edinglassie
By Henry Raeburn (circle)
Located in York, GB
Portrait of Sir Charles Forbes of Edinglassie, Oil on canvas. The size of the portrait is 75 cm x
Category

19th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Early 19th Century English Large Oil Painting Figures in Woodland Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Fishing the Woodland Pool English School, very early 1800's circle of George Morland *see notes
Category

Early 19th Century English School Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Serving - British Old Master 18th century oil painting historical interior
By (Circle of) William Hogarth
Located in London, GB
A superb British Old Master oil painting which is attributed to circle of William Hogarth and was
Category

18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Migration: Teal, Original painting, Landscape, Abstract, Oil, Circle art, Blue
Located in Deddington, GB
INFORMATION: Migration Teal by Yuliya Martynova [2023] Original painting Oil paint on wood 100 H x 100 W x 3
Category

2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood

17th Century portrait oil painting of a lady
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
condition. Condition: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in ready to
Category

17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

'Forest at Fountainbleau' Original Oil Painting on Board from Barbizon School
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"landscape painting in general and the plein air oil study in particular were key drivers of change in
Category

Mid-19th Century Barbizon School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

The Magic Circle - Oil Painting by G. Lo Fermo - 2020
By Giorgio Lo Fermo
Located in Roma, IT
Fermo in 2020. Original oil painting on canvas. Hand-signed and dated on the back by the artist: olio
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large Early 1800's English Oil Painting Figures Carousing in Stable Interior
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Stable Interior Medium: oil painting on canvas, unframed. Canvas: 25.25 x 30 inches Provenance
Category

Early 19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Lady in Pink - Victorian Impressionist art female portrait oil painting
By James Abbott McNeill Whistler (circle)
Located in London, GB
An original circa 1890 oil on canvas which is unsigned and attributed to the circle of James Abbot
Category

19th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Early 1800's English Oil Painting The Country Stable Groom Horse & Figures
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: Englsh School, early 19th century, circle of George Morland Title: The Country
Category

Early 19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Dutch Marine Shipping Seascape - Golden Age art Old Master oil painting boats
Located in London, GB
This superb Dutch Old Master marine oil painting is attributed to the circle of Jacob de Heusch
Category

17th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mod Abstract Expressionist Modernist Oil Painting Edward Avedisian Color Circles
By Edward Avedisian
Located in Surfside, FL
Edward Avedisian ( 1936-2007 ) 17.5 X 8.75 Oil paint on wood panel This is not signed on front. It
Category

1960s Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Wood Panel, Oil

Mod Abstract Expressionist Modernist Oil Painting Edward Avedisian Color Circles
By Edward Avedisian
Located in Surfside, FL
Edward Avedisian ( 1936-2007 ) 12 X 8.5 Oil paint on wood panel This is not signed on front. It
Category

1960s Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

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Oil Painting Circle For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate oil painting circle for your needs in our varied inventory. You can easily find an example made in the abstract style, while we also have 80 abstract versions to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect oil painting circle among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add an oil painting circle to create new energy in an otherwise neutral space in your home, you can find a work on 1stDibs that features elements of black, brown, gray, blue and more. Creating an oil painting circle has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Natalia Roman, Chris Gallagher, Brandon Neher, Giorgio Lo Fermo and (Circle of) Godfrey Kneller are consistently popular. Artworks like these — often created in paint, oil paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.

How Much is a Oil Painting Circle?

The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — an oil painting circle in our inventory may begin at $62 and can go as high as $245,000, while the average can fetch as much as $5,556.

Finding the Right paintings for You

Painting is an art form that has spanned innumerable cultures, with artists using the medium to tell stories, explore and communicate ideas and express themselves. To bring abstract, landscape and still-life paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.

When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.

Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs. Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.

No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel. Download the 1stDibs app, which includes a handy “View on Wall” feature that allows you to see how a particular artwork will look on a particular wall, and read about how to arrange wall art. And if you’re searching for the perfect palette for your interior design project, what better place to turn than to the art world’s masters of color?

On 1stDibs, you’ll find an expansive collection of paintings and other fine art for your home or office. Browse abstract paintings, portrait paintings, paintings by popular artists and more today.

Questions About Oil Painting Circle
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

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

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

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

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021
    Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.

    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

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

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

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

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.

    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

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

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

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

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

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

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