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Large scale genre oil painting of a family in a cottage interior
By Haynes King
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
Haynes King British, (1831-1904) Family Life Oil on canvas, signed & dated 1869 Image size: 27.25
Category

19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Evening Light, large oil painting by Australian artist J. King 20thC. landscape
Located in Hillsborough, NC
Contemporary oil on canvas, this very large painting has fine naturalistic detail, with deep sky
Category

20th Century Naturalistic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Model Asleep - Mid 20th Century Nude Still Life Oil Painting by Dorothy King
By Dorothy King
Located in Watford, Hertfordshire
KIng’s paintings were exhibited at the Royal Academy, the New English Arts Club and elsewhere in the U.K
Category

1940s Post-Impressionist Nude Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vintage Edgartown Harbor, Martha’s Vineyard Oil Painting; James King Bonnar 1960
By James King Bonnar
Located in Baltimore, MD
This painting, by listed artist James King Bonnar (1884-1961), is a lovely scene of Edgartown
Category

Mid-20th Century American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Fetching Water by the River /// British Impressionism Yeend King Oil Painting
By Henry John Yeend King
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
King lower left Circa: 1890 Medium: Original Oil Painting on Canvas Framing: Framed in a gold gesso
Category

1890s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint, Oil, Gesso

King of the Jungle, Large Impressionist Oil Painting of a Lion
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
King of the Jungle, Large Impressionist Oil Painting of a Lion British School, late 20th Century
Category

20th Century Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Rain King" Oil Painting
By Shelli Langdale
Located in Denver, CO
Shelli Langdale's "Rain King" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a feminine figure
Category

2010s Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

Artist's Address - Mid 20th Century Impressionist Oil by Dorothy King - London
By Dorothy King
Located in Watford, Hertfordshire
Artist's Address - Mid 20th Century Impressionist Oil by Dorothy King - London Dorothy King was
Category

1950s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Spring Wooden Landscape - Mid 20th Century Impressionist Oil by Dorothy King
By Dorothy King
Located in Watford, Hertfordshire
-1974, was a keeper of the South London Art Gallery. Dorothy King’s paintings were exhibited at the
Category

1960s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Red Roses, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Some red roses in a glass vase that I painted for a video I was making. :: Painting :: English
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Oil

Summer Somewhere, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
A sunny afternoon in Kent. I was composing the painting when three girls came and sat down on the
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Vineyard in Sardinia, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Oil painting of a vineyard near Donori in Sardinia. :: Painting :: Italian & Tuscan :: This piece
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Oil

Into the Forest - Mid 20th Century Impressionist Oil Landscape by Dorothy King
By Dorothy King
Located in Watford, Hertfordshire
KIng’s paintings were exhibited at the Royal Academy, the New English Arts Club and elsewhere in the U.K
Category

1950s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Modernist Abstract oil painting on canvas by WNY Artist Polly King
By King
Located in Buffalo, NY
Polly King (1901-1993) American Born: U.S. Polly King was a painter and sketcher with a special
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Brenda King Venetian Schoolchildren 1974 oil on board Naive Modern British Art
Located in London, GB
"See all from this Seller" - or send us a message if you cannot find the artist you want. Brenda King
Category

1970s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

The King of the World, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Hugo Pondz
Located in Yardley, PA
linen quality canvases so you will have your original oil painting for a lifetime to enjoy. :: Painting
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Dorrie and her Dog, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
A painting of the affection between a girl and her dog. Also a reflection on a bygone era
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Oil

Winter Landscape with Sheep, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
A Kent landscape under snow, painted in oils on canvas. :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Pantiles with Snow, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
A snowy winter's day in the Pantiles in Tunbridge Wells. :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

View from the Terrace, Sardinia, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
there's still plenty of colour about. :: Painting :: Fine Art :: This piece comes with an official
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Oil

"King's Highway Deep", Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Heather Neill's (US based) "King's Highway Deep" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts
Category

2010s Photorealist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

I Fiche d'India in Fiore, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Painted in oil on canvas and offered for sale framed. I have spent a lot of time in Sardinia and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

A Large and Magnificent Oil On Canvas Painting of King William III (1672–1702)
By (After) Sir Godfrey Kneller
Located in New York, NY
A Large and Magnificent Oil On Canvas Painting of King William III (1672–1702), After Sir Godfrey
Category

18th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A Day in the Countryside by Henry John Yeend King
By Henry John Yeend King
Located in Stockholm, SE
This delightful painting by the renowned Victorian genre and landscape artist Henry John Yeend King
Category

Late 19th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Rebirth" Original oil painting on maple burl with custom base
Located in Denver, CO
immersive depth of oil painting with the organic 3D intricacies of maple burl wood. Set on a bespoke base
Category

2010s Realist Nude Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil

King And Country, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Kenneth Halvorsen
Located in Yardley, PA
“When I first encountered this moment many years ago the majestic oak seemed like a King gazing
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

King And Country, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Kenneth Halvorsen
Located in Yardley, PA
When I first encountered this moment many years ago the majestic oak seemed like a King gazing over
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

A Scene From William Shakespeare's "King Lear" Original Oil Painting c.1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
"King Lear" Oil on Paper, lined on canvas. The quality of this painting cannot be overstated. Fine
Category

Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paper, Oil

Wisdom of King Solomon Rare Biblical Hungarian Judaica Oil Painting
By Anton Peczely
Located in Surfside, FL
early 20th Century salon style paintings. In the tradition of Moritz Oppenheim, Isidor Kauffman and
Category

Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

King Charles 1st Antique Oil Painting Portrait of Famous British Monarch
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
King Charles I British artist, early 20th century signed with initials oil on canvas, framed framed
Category

Early 1900s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Queen on King: Figurative colorful Contemporary Oil Painting
By Alysha Grace Marko
Located in New York, NY
Alysha Grace Marko Queen on King: Figurative colorful Contemporary Oil Painting 2020 31 x 46 in Oil
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Midcentury American Framed Oil on Board Painting of a King Charles Spaniel Dog
Located in Atlanta, GA
An American oil on board painting from the mid 20th century depicting a King Charles Spaniel dog
Category

Mid-20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint, Giltwood

Portrait of the Marsh King's Daughter - British Victorian exhib art oil painting
By John Scott
Located in London, GB
This superb British Victorian exhibited portrait oil painting is by noted artist John Scott. It was
Category

1880s Victorian Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Vintage Original Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting -- The Fisher King
Located in Soquel, CA
Vintage Original Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting -- The Fisher King by Eileen Rogoff Inspired
Category

1990s Post-Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil, Stretcher Bars

Yeend King, My Lady, Oil On Framed Canvas, 19th Century
By Henry John Yeend King
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
face The painting, framed, is signed Yeend KIng and the frame bears the title: "Yeend King, My Lady
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Paintings

Materials

Paint

A Fine Victorian Oil on Board Titled "A Lady Standing by a Sundial in the Park"
By Henry John Yeend King
Located in LA, CA
Sundial in the Park" Oil on panel. Signed lower right: Yeend King. "YK" Sticker en verso. Provenance: T
Category

Late 19th Century Academic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"No King: One Route". Contemporary Neo Expressionist Oil Painting
By Sax Berlin
Located in Brecon, Powys
Sharp edged and sassy from Sax Berlin. A bang on trend, urban street painting with an undercurrent
Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

UNTITLED SCULPTURAL PAINTING - Contemporary - Oil & Acrylic on Linen, Red, Tan
By Linda King Ferguson
Located in Signal Mountain, TN
Linda King Ferguson describes her "Equivalence Series" as social bodies; a re-thinking of Modernist
Category

2010s Paintings

Materials

Linen, Acrylic

17th Century portrait oil painting of a gentleman
By John Riley
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
. Condition: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in ready to hang gallery
Category

17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Historical genre oil painting of a royal messenger
By Arthur David McCormick
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
packets as well as producing a number of oil paintings which were used as promotional posters. Around
Category

Early 20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th Century Oil Painting Portrait of a Muse
Located in London, GB
John Opie RA (1761-1807, English) c. 1802 Oil on canvas Canvas dimensions 36 x 32 inches Framed
Category

Early 19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

PELE the KING – Original Painting on canvas, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
One-of-a-kind Pop Art Original Painting on Canvas by Gardani available for you. Hand signed by the
Category

2010s Pop Art Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

PELE the KING – Original Painting on canvas, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
One-of-a-kind Pop Art Original Painting on Canvas by Gardani available for you. Hand signed by the
Category

2010s Pop Art Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Late 19th Century Oil Painting of Two Dogs King Charles Spaniel
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful antique painting with a scene of two dogs. Oil on wood panel. The painting is framed in
Category

Antique 1880s French Belle Époque Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint

"The King's Prey" Oil Painting by Claudia Griesbach-Martucci, Whimsical Owl
By Claudia Griesbach-Martucci
Located in Denver, CO
Claudia Griesbach-Martucci's "The King's Prey" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts
Category

2010s Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century Pre-Raphaelite Oil Painting King Arthur's Queen Guinevere Camelot
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘Guinevere’ by Norman Prescott-Davies R.B.A, R.C.A. (1861-1915). The painting – which depicts an
Category

Late 19th Century Pre-Raphaelite Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Early 19th Century landscape oil painting of a farm
By Hermanus van Brussel
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
theatre decorator, painting the Amsterdam Theatre and the theatre at the Loo Palace for King Louis
Category

Early 19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th century landscape oil painting of a village fair
By John Holland Senior
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
in King Street. Condition: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in
Category

19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th century landscape oil painting of a village tavern
By John Holland Senior
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in ready to hang gallery condition
Category

19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Lebron James The King – The Greatest, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
One-of-a-kind Pop Art Original Painting on Canvas by Gardani available for you. Hand signed by the
Category

2010s Pop Art Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Oil Study of Two Horses
By Frederic A. Bridgeman
Located in Fairlawn, OH
Oil Study of Two Horses Oil on canvas, c. 1880 Unsigned Estate stamp verso of canvas and on
Category

1880s American Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Daniel Sherrin Original Victorian oil painting of a beach landscape
By Daniel Sherrin
Located in Harkstead, GB
. Daniel Sherrin (1868-1940) A seascape from the sand dunes Signed Oil on canvas 16 x 24 inches without the
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

King of the Mountain
By Adam Straus
Located in New York, NY
in the the late 70's and early 80's, he began making small paintings in 1986 of nocturnal landscapes
Category

Early 2000s Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

18th Century marine oil painting of a ship on fire
By Dominic Serres
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in ready to hang gallery condition
Category

18th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait Of A Horse, Favourite of King Louis XIV, 17th Century
Located in Blackwater, GB
French Horse portrait of a favourite of King Louis XIV, from the Stables of Versailles, oil on canvas
Category

17th Century Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th century landscape oil painting of a village tavern with a windmill
By John Holland Senior
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in ready to hang gallery condition
Category

19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The king's dwarf Moreno Pincas Contemporary art oil painting portrait animal
By Moreno Pincas
Located in Paris, FR
. He elevates life to the rank of fable. His paintings are full of colorful, alert beings who bustle
Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Girl with a Puppy - Scottish Edwardian art portrait oil painting
Located in London, GB
This stunning Edwardian portrait oil painting is attributed to Scottish Kirkcudbright School artist
Category

1910s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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Oil Painting Of A King For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact oil painting of a king you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. You can easily find an example made in the Contemporary style, while we also have 5 Contemporary versions to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect oil painting of a king 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. When looking for the right oil painting of a king for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of black, brown, gray and blue. There have been many interesting oil painting of a king examples over the years, but those made by Carol Bennett, Peter Adams, Carl Bretzke, George Ayers Cress and Helene DeLaunay are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Artworks like these of any era or style can make for thoughtful decor in any space, but a selection from our variety of those made in oil paint, paint and fabric can add an especially memorable touch.

How Much is a Oil Painting Of A King?

An oil painting of a king can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $5,384, while the lowest priced sells for $595 and the highest can go for as much as $148,500.
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  • 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.
  • 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 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 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
    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 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 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 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 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.

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  • 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 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, 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.

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Curious about the most expensive paintings in the world? Discover the stories behind these masterpieces as well as the staggering prices they fetched.

Ludwig Bemelmans Captures the Thrilling Sight of Coney Island at Night

The ‘Madeline’ creator and Carlyle Hotel legend was in a New York state of mind in the 1940s when he produced this exuberant and rare oil painting.