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"Cotton picker of Aurangabad, India" Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Cotton picker of Aurangabad, India" is an original, hand made oil painting that
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

"India Bus Ride" Contemporary Expressionist Oil Painting
By Paul Wadsworth
Located in Brecon, Powys
Paul Wadsworth is one of the UK’s leading exponents of Expressionist paintings. His pieces are
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Chakata Landscape, India - British Victorian art 1887 landscape oil painting
Located in London, GB
This superb Victorian landscape oil painting is by RA exhibited British artist Edward Joseph
Category

1880s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Tom, " Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Tom" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a male Turkey with his
Category

2010s Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Bird, " Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Bird" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a common gray and brown
Category

2010s Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Mystic, " Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Mystic" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a brunette woman, in
Category

2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

"Ornament, " Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Ornament" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a nude blonde woman
Category

2010s Impressionist Nude Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

News from the Front - 19th Century Royal Academy Oil Painting Victorian London
By Frederick Goodall R.A.
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘News from the Front’ by Frederick Goodall R.A. H.R.I. (1822-1904). The painting – which depicts
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

18th c Historical English India Naval Battle Oil Painting by John Thomas Serres
By John Thomas Serres
Located in Savannah, GA
III. This painting is oil on canvas laid down on board and depicts the engagement of the ship the
Category

Antique 1780s George III Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

"Morning Light " Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Morning Light" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a four poster
Category

2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

News from the Front - 19th Century Royal Acade Oil Painting Victorian London War
By Frederick Goodall R.A.
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘News from the Front’ by Frederick Goodall R.A. H.R.I. (1822-1904). The painting – which depicts
Category

Mid-19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Romantic Spring, " Oil painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Romantic Spring" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a couple
Category

2010s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Garnet Charm" Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Garnet Charm" is an original, hand made oil painting that depicts a young
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

"Dancing Ribbons" Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Dancing Ribbons" is an original, hand made oil painting that depicts a girl in
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

"Avian Gaze" Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Shadow in Profile" is an original, hand made oil painting that depicts a dark
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

"Rhythmic Silk, " Oil painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Rhythmic Silk" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a dark-haired
Category

2010s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

"Dappled Light" Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Dappled Light" is an original, hand made oil painting that depicts a man napping
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

"Restful Moments" Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Restful Moments" is an original, hand made oil painting that depicts a partially
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

"Indian Offering" Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Indian Offering" is an original, hand made oil painting that depicts a woman
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

"Kozak Hat, " Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Kozak Hat" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a male model with
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Intermede Romantique, " Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Intermede Romantique" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Higher Ground, " Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Higher Ground" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts an
Category

2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Wading Aquamarine" Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Wading Aquamarine" is an original, hand made oil painting that depicts a
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

"Downstream Riot, " Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Downstream Riot" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts white and
Category

2010s Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

"Shadow Self", Oil painting
Located in Denver, CO
Tiffany Dae's (US based) "Shadow Self" is a original, handmade oil painting that depicts a feminine
Category

2010s Surrealist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

India Oil on Canvas South Jungle 1920's Signed Listed Artist Green Blue Rainbow
Located in Norfolk, GB
there. The painting is in its original frame. Oil paintings of India from this early post-impressionist
Category

Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Northern India, Near Himalaya Range
Located in San Francisco, CA
This artwork titled "Northern India, The Himalaya Range" c.1975 is an oil painting on canvas board
Category

Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Accept", Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Tiffany Dae's (US based) "Accept" is a original, handmade oil painting that depicts a brown wooden
Category

2010s Surrealist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

"Dreams in Gold, " Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Dreams in Gold" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a nude, dark
Category

2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

"Somewhere in Denver, " Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Somewhere in Denver" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a dark
Category

2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

"Girl with Tambourine, " Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Girl with Tambourine" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a woman
Category

2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

"Shadow in Profile" Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Shadow in Profile" is an original, hand made oil painting that depicts a dark
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

"Somewhere in Paris" Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Somewhere in Paris" is an original, hand made oil painting that depicts a
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Nude Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

Surrealist Realism India Canvas Painting Yellow Sunlight Train Tender Portrait
By Peter Rodulfo
Located in Norfolk, GB
style, Rodulfo’s daily practice of painting oil or acrylic on canvas celebrates place and his place in
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Canvas

"Kiss of Smoke" Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Kiss of Smoke" is an original, hand made oil painting that depicts a man's
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

Romantic Escape - Original Oil Painting
By Ekaterina Ermilkina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
distinct patterns onto the surface, adding an intricate three-dimensional texture to her oil paintings. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

City Streets - Original Oil Painting
By Ekaterina Ermilkina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
distinct patterns onto the surface, adding an intricate three-dimensional texture to her oil paintings. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Mood in Orange, " Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Mood in Orange" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a dark haired
Category

2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

"Attitude in Diaphanous, " Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Attitude in Diaphanous" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a
Category

2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

"Edge of Desire, " Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Edge of Desire" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a woman
Category

2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

"Sea and Stars", Oil painting
Located in Denver, CO
Tiffany Dae's (US based) "Sea and Stars" is a original, handmade oil painting that depicts an
Category

2010s Surrealist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

"The Visitor, " Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "The Visitor" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts floating white
Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

City Today - Original Oil Painting
By Ekaterina Ermilkina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
to her oil paintings. The color spots partially blend into a fuller range of background tones and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Freesia, Abstract Oil Painting, 2019
By Usha Shukla
Located in Boston, MA
of painting: Instead of conventional tools like brushes, I paint with air. I dilute the oil paints
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Saffron: Large Contemporary Expressionist Oil Painting
By Paul Wadsworth
Located in Brecon, Powys
Paul Wadsworth is one of the UK’s leading exponents of Expressionist paintings. His pieces are
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Zinnia, Abstract Oil Painting, 2020
By Usha Shukla
Located in Boston, MA
painting - Created in California, USA - Professional grade oil paints on archival-quality natural cotton
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cotton Canvas

Hellebore, Abstract Oil Painting, 2020
By Usha Shukla
Located in Boston, MA
: - This is a hand painted, original painting - Created in California, USA - Professional grade oil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

"Native Elegance in Turquoise" Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Native Elegance in Turquoise" is an original, hand made oil painting that
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

"Vintage Beauties, " Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Vintage Beauties" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a vase of
Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

The Tailor. Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting
By Paul Wadsworth
Located in Brecon, Powys
Paul Wadsworth is one of the UK’s leading exponents of Expressionist paintings. His pieces are
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Carbis Bay, Contemporary Expressionist Oil Painting
By Paul Wadsworth
Located in Brecon, Powys
in India, although he also enjoys painting in the deserts of Arabia. His landscapes and paintings of
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Dreams in Sunset - Original Oil Painting
By Ekaterina Ermilkina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
distinct patterns onto the surface, adding an intricate three-dimensional texture to her oil paintings. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Gauguin's Mango, Oil Painting
By Feng Biddle
Located in San Francisco, CA
, representational, modern , oil painting, blue, purpleGauguin's MangoFeng BiddleOil painting on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

"A Moment in Time, " Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "A Moment in Time" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a woman, in
Category

2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

"Pocket Full of Dreams", Oil painting
Located in Denver, CO
Tiffany Dae's (US based) "Pocket Full of Dreams" is a original, handmade oil painting that depicts
Category

2010s Surrealist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

Colorful Afternoon - Vibrant Impasto Oil Painting
By Ekaterina Ermilkina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
to her oil paintings. The color spots partially blend into a fuller range of background tones and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A Skyline's Tale - Original Oil Painting
By Ekaterina Ermilkina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
distinct patterns onto the surface, adding an intricate three-dimensional texture to her oil paintings. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Happy Afternoon - Original Colorful Oil Painting
By Ekaterina Ermilkina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
distinct patterns onto the surface, adding an intricate three-dimensional texture to her oil paintings. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Back from India by Ludovic-Rodo Pissarro - Watercolour
By Ludovic-Rodo Pissarro
Located in London, GB
, including oil painting, tempera, watercolour, gouache, wood engraving, drawing and lithography. Rodo
Category

1910s Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Ink, Watercolor

"Dance of Summer, " Oil Painting
By Suchitra Bhosle
Located in Denver, CO
Suchitra Bhosle's "Dance of Summer" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts white and
Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

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Oil Painting From India For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the oil painting from india you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Find abstract versions now, or shop for abstract creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. If you’re looking for an oil painting from india from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right oil painting from india for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of gray, brown, black and blue. An oil painting from india from Sunil Das, Victoria Veedell, Paul wadsworth, Jogen Chowdhury and Michael Alford — each of whom created distinctive versions of this kind of work — is worth considering. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much is a Oil Painting From India?

The price for an oil painting from india in our collection starts at $75 and tops out at $387,067 with the average selling for $3,435.

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 From India
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Miniature painting was started in India by the Palas of Bengal, who are considered the pioneers of the art form. Indian miniatures are small, detailed paintings that can be traced back to the 9th century. Shop a collection of miniature paintings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

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

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

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

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024
    A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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.
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    Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.

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

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