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Moonlight Marsh, Oil Painting
By Nancy Hughes Miller
Located in San Francisco, CA
, nature, realism, oil painting, blueMoonlight MarshNancy Hughes MillerOil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Marsh Light, Original Oil Painting
By Shawn Krueger
Located in Denver, CO
"Marsh Light" by Shawn Krueger (United States) is a handmade landscape oil painting that is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Marsh Cloud Colors, Oil Painting
By Nancy Hughes Miller
Located in San Francisco, CA
, water, reflection, sunset, nature, nature, realism, oil paintingMarsh Cloud Colors
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

N. Marsh - Signed and dated 1968 Oil, Still Life on Table
Located in Corsham, GB
A delightful oil still life of various produce set on a wooden table with a glass of wine. We can
Category

Mid-20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Marsh 4, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel
By Susan Leggitt
Located in Yardley, PA
This painting is from my minimalist series. I use a maximum of 4 colors and distill the landscape
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sunset by the marsh, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Lauren Acton
Located in Yardley, PA
painted from an ipad photo of a marsh with luxurious green reeds blowing and orange tinted sun set
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil Painting by Geoffrey Chatten "Acle Marsh"
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by Geoffrey Chatten "Acle Marsh" Born 1938 Popular Norfolk Impressionist painter
Category

Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Marsh oil on canvas painting spanish seascape
By Angel Bertran Montserrat
Located in Sitges, Barcelona
Angel Bertran Montserrat (1928-1994) - Marsh - Oil on canvas Oil measures 46x55 cm. Frameless
Category

1990s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Marsh Grass" Contemporary Colorful Wetlands Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Colorful wetlands landscape painting by American artist Philip Koch. The work features bright
Category

20th Century Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Summer Marsh" by Nicole Hyde, Original Abstract Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
"Summer Marsh" by Nicole Hyde is an original, hand made oil painting. This abstract piece measures
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique American Impressionist Normandy Marsh Landscape Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American impressionist landscape painting by Genevieve Pierce Law (1906-1995). Oil on
Category

1950s Abstract Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Marsh Impressionist Landscape Painting
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
6059 Marshes,a contemporary abstract painting, oil on canvas displayed in a gilt wood frame,signed
Category

2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Janine Robertson, "Rising Blue", 24x24 Luminous Marsh Landscape Oil Painting
By Janine Robertson
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This peaceful work, "Rising Blue", is a 24x24" oil painting on aluminum panel by artist Janine
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Metal

"Marsh Lands, " Colorado Sunset, Landscape Oil Painting by Sparky LeBold
Located in Denver, CO
"Marsh Lands" by Sparky LeBold (US and Portugal based) is a handmade oil painting that depicts a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Marsh Labyrinth 3 contemporary landscape painting
By Katherine Kean
Located in Palm Desert, CA
original painting is created in oil on gallery wrapped linen, on 1 1/2 inch deep stretchers. The edges are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Linen, Oil

Rob Meyers, "Marsh", 22x28 Adirondack Lake Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
"Marsh" is a 22x28 oil painting on canvas by artist Rob Meyers featuring a marshy view from out on
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Dennis Sheehan, "Moon Over the Marsh", 30x40 Sunset Landscape Oil Painting
By Dennis Sheehan
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This piece, "Moon Over the Marsh", by artist Dennis Sheehan is a 30x40 oil painting on canvas
Category

2010s Tonalist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Dennis Sheehan, "Twilight Marsh", 19x28 Dusk Moody Tree Landscape Oil Painting
By Dennis Sheehan
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This piece, "Twilight Marsh", by artist Dennis Sheehan is a 19x28 tonalist oil painting on canvas
Category

2010s Tonalist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique American Impressionist New England Marsh Beach Dune Signed Oil Painting
By Franklin DeHaven
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American impressionist beach dune oil painting by Franklin B. De Haven (1856 - 1934). Oil
Category

1890s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Craig Mooney, "River Bend", 36x48 Marsh Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas
By Craig Mooney
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This dreamlike piece, "River Bend", is a 36x48 oil painting on canvas by artist Craig Mooney
Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Marsh
By Ryan Reynolds
Located in Burlingame, CA
Reynolds’ Ebb and Flow landscapes — featuring the Napa Valley and Santa Cruz regions and originally created for the Napa Valley Museum in 2017 — consider weathering, erosion, and oth...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Marsh Dusk Glow contemporary landscape painting
By Katherine Kean
Located in Palm Desert, CA
of the sun’s rays and for a moment, relighting the landscape. Painted in oil on on gallery wrapped
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Land Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil Pastel

Claudio D'Angelo, "Sunrise Over the Marsh", Winter Fox Landscape Oil Painting
By Claudio D'Angelo
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This piece, "Sunrise Over the Marsh", is a 20x20 winter oil painting on canvas by artist Claudio
Category

2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Newbury Marshes
Located in North Clarendon, VT
Beautiful pastel by Sid Willis of the Newbury Marshes. Signed lower left, 10" x 18" sight, 14.5
Category

1990s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel

Madaket Marsh
By Marla Korr
Located in Greenwich, CT
Madaket Marsh, Nantucket
Category

2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Small House on the Great Marsh contemporary landscape painting
By Katherine Kean
Located in Palm Desert, CA
"Small House on the Great Marsh" depicts a serene and atmospheric landscape focused on a marsh
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Linen, Oil

AUTUMN MARSH (MARSH AT DUSK) - Realism, Sunset, Landscape
Located in New York, NY
painting luxuriant depictions of marshes, fields, and rivers, often in plein air. He explains his process
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Voluminous I" Photorealist oil painting of a green marsh below a deep blue sky
By Janine Robertson
Located in Edgartown, MA
the paintings communicate a deep felt relationship with the earth, embodying a spirit of place and its
Category

2010s Photorealist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Metal

"Vast and Blue" oil painting of vibrant green marsh below a deep blue sky
By Janine Robertson
Located in Edgartown, MA
the paintings communicate a deep felt relationship with the earth, embodying a spirit of place and its
Category

2010s Photorealist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Metal

“Rainy Marsh”
By Larry Horowitz
Located in Southampton, NY
Oil on canvas painting by the well known American artist, Larry Horowitz. This painting
Category

1980s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Renac Message - Impressionist Mid 20th Century Oil, Salt Marshes
Located in Corsham, GB
wonderfully captures the salt marshes at Guérande. Presented in a black frame and signed. On board.
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Beach Ocean Impressionistic Seascape Painting Michael Budden Moonlight Marsh
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Moonlight Marsh oil/panel 8 x 10 unframed 13.75 x 15.5 framed, is an oil painting on canvas panel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

In the Marsh
By Zoa Ace
Located in Denver, CO
In the Marsh, 2019
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Impressionistic Realism Ocean Seascape Painting Michael Budden Moonlight Marsh
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Moonlight Marsh Gulls 12 x 18 unframed 17.88 x 24 framed. Moonlight Marsh is an oil painting on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Ocean Impressionistic Seascape Painting Michael Budden Morning Marsh Light
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Morning Marsh Light is an oil painting on canvas panel by award winning contemporary artist
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Summer Crissy Marsh
By Victoria Veedell
Located in Napa, CA
natural world in her softly glowing landscape paintings. Inspired by her travels throughout Iceland
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Impressionistic Painting Michael Budden Evening Retreat Egret Marsh Coastal
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Evening Retreat Egret is an oil painting on Masonite panel by award winning contemporary artist
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

A Little Snow on the Marsh contemporary landscape painting
By Katherine Kean
Located in Palm Desert, CA
"A Little Snow on the Marsh" depicts an expansive field of golden grasses that are lightly dusted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Warm Winter Marsh, Original Signed Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Painting
Located in Boston, MA
Warm Winter Marsh, Original Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Painting, 2022 24" x 36" x 1.5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Marsh Labyrinth contemporary moody landscape
By Katherine Kean
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Marsh Labyrinth depicts still water at the edge of wildness. Turbulent skies cover placid water. A
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

The Marsh, Waterford CT, Oil, Museum , Florence Academy, Free Shipping
By Nelson H. White
Located in Houston, TX
States. It is an oil painting on canvas. It measures 30 x 40 and is signed lower left. The artist has a
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Ocean Impressionistic Seascape Painting Michael Budden Morning Marsh Light II
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Morning Marsh Light II is an oil painting on canvas panel by award winning contemporary artist
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Marsh Movement, Oil Painting
By Valerie Berkely
Located in San Francisco, CA
, oilpaint, water, expressionism, nature, expressionism, nature, oil painting, blueMarsh
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

Marsh Labyrinth 2 atmospheric contemporary landscape
By Katherine Kean
Located in Palm Desert, CA
painting is created in oil on 10 inch by 10 inch gallery wrapped linen, on 1 1/2 inch deep stretchers. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Linen, Cotton Canvas, Oil

Goldenrod Marsh, Oil Painting
By Suzanne Massion
Located in San Francisco, CA
, representational, oil painting, greenGoldenrod MarshSuzanne MassionOil painting on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

The Marsh, Waterford 11.05.2020
By Nelson White
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
A plein air painting by Nelson White. Artist Bio Nelson H. White was born in New London
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Autumn Marsh; Harbor City, San Pedro
By Stephen Mirich
Located in Pasadena, CA
favorite painting location for me for many years. This was once the path of the Los Angeles River. Now, it
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Twilight in the Marshes
By James Renwick Brevoort
Located in New York, NY
Signed lower right: J.R. Brevoort.
Category

19th Century Hudson River School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Jamie Crisol "Endless Sky" 38x42 Blue Atmospheric Marsh Water Landscape Painting
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
"Endless Sky" is 42x38 oil painting on canvas by artist Jamie Crisol. Feature is an abstracted
Category

2010s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Marsh With Rising Clouds" nature reflects deep blue sky rests over marsh water
By Janine Robertson
Located in Edgartown, MA
residential installations throughout New England. Eventually I changed my focus to landscape painting in oil
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Metal

Untitled (Salt Marsh Herring Cove)
By Cobi Moules
Located in East Quogue, NY
Landscape painting titled "Untitled (Salt Marsh Herring Cove)" by Cobi Moules - Oil on canvas
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Painting French Landscape 20th century oil on canvas Salt marsh near Noirmoutier
Located in PARIS, FR
"MD-LAQUINTANE" French school of the twentieth century Oil on canvas 32 x 41 cm (50 x 58 cm with
Category

20th Century Modern Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Oil

Antique American Framed Original East Hampton Beach Marsh Signed Pastel Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American impressionist pastel painting. Pastel on paper. Framed. Signed.
Category

1950s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Springtime in the Marsh - Landscape
By George Petridis
Located in Soquel, CA
Expressive and bold landscape of flowers blooming in a marsh by George Petridis (Greek, 1940-2016
Category

1980s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Dutch Cows on the Salt Marsh- 21st Century Contemporary Dutch Landscape Painting
By Flip Gaasendam
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
Flip Gaasendam Dutch Cows on the Salt Marsh 75 x 120 cm Oil on Canvas This painting is framed
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Linen

Antique American School Modernist Boat in a Marsh Beach Scene Signed Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Impressive early American modernist landscape painting. Watercolor and gouache on paper. Framed
Category

1970s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

SUMMER MARSH (LITTLE RIVER) - Landscape / Realism / New England
Located in New York, NY
throughout rural New York and New England, painting luxuriant depictions of marshes, fields, and rivers
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

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Oil Painting Marsh For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the oil painting marsh you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. You can easily find an example made in the Impressionist style, while we also have 52 Impressionist versions to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an oil painting marsh may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add an oil painting marsh to create new energy in an otherwise neutral space in your home, you can find a work on 1stDibs that features elements of gray, brown, black, beige and more. Creating an oil painting marsh has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Janine Robertson, Michael Budden, Victoria Veedell, Larry Horowitz and Katherine Kean are consistently popular. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and fabric, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much is a Oil Painting Marsh?

The average selling price for an oil painting marsh we offer is $3,480, while they’re typically $250 on the low end and $1,985,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Landscape-paintings for You

It could be argued that cave walls were the canvases for the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict and elevate natural scenery through art, but there is a richer history to consider.

The Netherlands was home to landscapes as a major theme in painting as early as the 1500s, and ink-on-silk paintings in China featured mountains and large bodies of water as far back as the third century. Greeks created vast wall paintings that depicted landscapes and grandiose garden scenes, while in the late 15th century and early 16th century, landscapes were increasingly the subject of watercolor works by the likes of Leonardo da Vinci and Fra Bartolomeo.

The popularity of religious paintings eventually declined altogether, and by the early 19th century, painters of classical landscapes took to painting out-of-doors (plein-air painting). Paintings of natural scenery were increasingly realistic but romanticized too. Into the 20th century, landscapes remained a major theme for many artists, and while the term “landscape painting” may call to mind images of lush, grassy fields and open seascapes, the genre is characterized by more variety, colors and diverse styles than you may think. Painters working in the photorealist style of landscape painting, for example, seek to create works so lifelike that you may confuse their paint for camera pixels. But if you’re shopping for art to outfit an important room, the work needs to be something with a bit of gravitas (and the right frame is important, too).

Adding a landscape painting to your home can introduce peace and serenity within the confines of your own space. (Some may think of it as an aspirational window of sorts rather than a canvas.) Abstract landscape paintings by the likes of Korean painter Seungyoon Choi or Georgia-based artist Katherine Sandoz, on the other hand, bring pops of color and movement into a room. These landscapes refuse to serve as a background. Elsewhere, Adam Straus’s technology-inspired paintings highlight how our extreme involvement with our devices has removed us from the glory of the world around us. Influenced by modern life and steeped in social commentary, Straus’s landscape paintings make us see our surroundings anew.

Whether you’re seeking works by the world’s most notable names or those authored by underground legends, find a vast collection of landscape paintings on 1stDibs.

Questions About Oil Painting Marsh
  • 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.
  • 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 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 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 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 ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    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.
  • 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 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
    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.
  • 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
    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 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.
  • 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 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
    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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    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.
  • 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.

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