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Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Rome, IT
Samaritan at the well. Oil painting on canvas, measures H111,5 cm x 94cm Early 19th century.
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Oil Painting on Canvas
Oil Painting on Canvas
H 43.9 in W 37.01 in D 3.94 in
Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Oil painting on canvas not signed. Woodland landscape. Painting of great artistic quality of
Category

20th Century Unknown Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Oil Painting on Canvas
Oil Painting on Canvas
H 34.65 in W 46.46 in D 1.58 in
Oil Painting on Canvas.
Located in Dallas, TX
Oil Painting on Canvas. Laura Mendoza
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Midcentury Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Houston, TX
Midcentury abstract oil painting on canvas. Colorful Mid-Century Modern abstract impasto oil
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Antique Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Sheffield, MA
The antique unframed oil painting on canvas is in the Renaissance style. Two ladies are conversing
Category

Antique Late 18th Century European Renaissance Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Antique Oil Painting on Canvas
Antique Oil Painting on Canvas
H 37 in W 29.5 in D 0.75 in
Oil Painting on Canvas, Signed
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful oil painting on canvas, framed. Excellent pictorial quality. Signed on the front lower
Category

20th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Oil Painting on Canvas, Signed
Oil Painting on Canvas, Signed
H 18.12 in W 14.97 in D 1.97 in
Haitian Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful oil painting on canvas depicting lush colorful jungle scene with parrots, chicken and
Category

20th Century Haitian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Haitian Oil Painting on Canvas
Haitian Oil Painting on Canvas
H 48 in W 35 in D 0.75 in
Oil Painting on Canvas Farmhouse
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful oil painting on canvas. A splendid farmhouse probably Italian.On the bottom right front
Category

20th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Oil Painting on Canvas Farmhouse
Oil Painting on Canvas Farmhouse
H 23.23 in W 26.78 in D 1.19 in
Modernist Tropical Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modernist oil painting on canvas with a disciplined Minimalist style contrasting
Category

20th Century Other Art Style Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil Painting on Canvas Signed
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful oil painting on canvas. Signed on the front lower right. An inscription on the wooden
Category

20th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Oil Painting on Canvas Signed
Oil Painting on Canvas Signed
H 31.5 in W 26.78 in D 1.19 in
Oil Painting on Canvas of Parrots
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Striking oil painting on canvas of three parrots in a natural rain forest setting executed with
Category

Late 20th Century Other Art Style Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large Street Art Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Large oil painting on canvas of street art.
Category

Early 2000s Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Large Street Art Oil Painting on Canvas
Large Street Art Oil Painting on Canvas
H 60 in W 36.25 in D 1.25 in
Modernist Tropical Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modernist oil painting on canvas with a disciplined Minimalist style contrasting
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Vintage Boho Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add a touch of free-spirited charm to your space with this vintage Boho oil painting on canvas. The
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Late 20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Vintage Boho Oil Painting on Canvas
Vintage Boho Oil Painting on Canvas
H 46.25 in W 58.25 in D 3.25 in
Vintage Boho Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add a touch of free-spirited charm to your space with this vintage Boho oil painting on canvas. The
Category

Late 20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Vintage Boho Oil Painting on Canvas
Vintage Boho Oil Painting on Canvas
H 40 in W 50 in D 2.25 in
Oil Painting on Canvas of Parrots
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Striking oil painting on canvas of three parrots in a natural rain forest setting executed with
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Late 20th Century American British Colonial Paintings

Materials

Paint

Oil Painting on Canvas of Parrots
Oil Painting on Canvas of Parrots
H 28 in W 40 in D 1.5 in
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Framed oil painting on canvas is an interesting work producing a three dimensional illusion
Category

Early 20th Century French Romantic Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas
H 38.5 in W 29.5 in D 1 in
Oil painting on canvas, late 19th century, flowers
Located in Monza, IT
Oil painting on canvas, late 19th century, flowers Oil painting on canvas, depicting a floral
Category

Antique 1890s Italian Late Victorian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Oil Painting on Canvas by James Brewer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Oil painting on canvas signed James Brewer, titled Montauk and dated 1988. Painting measures 37.25
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Oil Painting on Canvas by James Brewer
Oil Painting on Canvas by James Brewer
H 49.25 in W 37.25 in D 2.25 in
Vintage Boho Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho original oil painting on canvas. A chic Abstract composition in primary
Category

Late 20th Century North American Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Vintage Boho Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas
Vintage Boho Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas
H 22.75 in W 28.75 in D 2.25 in
Vintage Boho Original Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho original oil painting on canvas. Two white calves on a brilliant green
Category

Late 20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Vintage Figurative Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
Enhance your art collection with this vintage figurative oil painting on canvas. Featuring
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Mid-20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Vintage Figurative Oil Painting on Canvas
Vintage Figurative Oil Painting on Canvas
H 30.25 in W 40 in D 1.25 in
Vintage Boho Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage original oil painting on canvas. A chic Abstract composition in deep rich colors
Category

Late 20th Century Oceanic Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Vintage Boho Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas
Vintage Boho Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas
H 31.25 in W 31.25 in D 1.3 in
19th Century English Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Dallas, TX
Lovely 19th century English oil painting on canvas. Painting depicts a rural scene with some farm
Category

Antique 19th Century English Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Cubist Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional oil painting on canvas of very intriguing subject of human with great paint texture
Category

20th Century American Contemporary Art

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Cubist Oil Painting on Canvas
Cubist Oil Painting on Canvas
H 36 in W 30 in D 0.75 in
Oil Painting on Canvas of a Monkey
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Playful oil painting on canvas, inspired by antique animal prints, depicting a monkey in a tree
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Cubist Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional oil painting on canvas of very intriguing subject of a man with great paint texture
Category

20th Century American Contemporary Art

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Cubist Oil Painting on Canvas
Cubist Oil Painting on Canvas
H 30 in W 24 in D 0.75 in
Large Antique Religious Framed Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Large oil painting on canvas. Rare papier mâché frame.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Vintage Boho Floral Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage oil painting on canvas. A chic floral composition in bright clear colors of ruby
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Surrealistic Oil Painting on Canvas, 1970s, Signed
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage framed oil painting on canvas, 1970. Depicts a woman with pill, standing in a moonlit
Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Space Age Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Oil Painting on Canvas of a Tiger
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Playful naive oil painting on canvas, inspired by antique animal prints, depicting a tiger in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil Painting on Canvas by Ragnar Hult, Sweden
Located in Karis, Nyland
Signed oil painting on canvas by Swedish artist Ragnar Hult (1916-1986).
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Oil Painting on Canvas by Ragnar Hult, Sweden
Oil Painting on Canvas by Ragnar Hult, Sweden
H 26.38 in W 20.48 in D 1.58 in
Oil Painting on Canvas Marine Landscape, Signed
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful oil painting on canvas 1960s circa. A splendid marine landscape probably of the Sori
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas by Robert Berger
By Robert Berger
Located in Ferndale, MI
Abstract oil painting on canvas by Robert Berger.
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

The Attentive Nurse - Oil Painting on Canvas - 1980s
Located in Roma, IT
Siméon Chardin. Oil painting on canvas. Frame included: 68x57 cm. Good condition.
Category

1980s Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique framed oil painting on canvas showcases the artist's talents with rendering landscape, sky
Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Romantic Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Oil Painting on Canvas of a Tiger
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Playful naive oil painting on canvas, inspired by antique animal prints, depicting a tiger in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Oil Painting on Canvas of a Tiger
Oil Painting on Canvas of a Tiger
H 36 in W 60 in D 1.5 in
1950s Oil Painting on Canvas Of Abstract Cityscape
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1950s Oil Painting on Canvas Of Abstract Cityscape Wood frame under stretched canvas Skyscrapers
Category

Vintage 1950s Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Oil painting on canvas, marine, 20th century
Located in Monza, IT
Oil painting on canvas, marine, 20th century A scene of dry boats with figures, in the background
Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Romantic Paintings

Materials

Cane

Oil painting on canvas, marine, 20th century
Oil painting on canvas, marine, 20th century
H 24.41 in W 47.25 in D 0.79 in
Italian Surrealist Oil Painting on Canvas After Modigliani
By Amedeo Modigliani
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Surrealist oil painting on canvas after Modigliani. This interesting framed oil painting on
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Modernist Still Life Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Refined Mid Century Modernist oil painting on canvas of still life flowers and artist supplies
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil Painting on Canvas of a Monkey
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Playful oil painting on canvas, inspired by antique animal prints, depicting a monkey in a tree
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Oil Painting on Canvas of a Monkey
Oil Painting on Canvas of a Monkey
H 48 in W 36 in D 1.5 in
Vintage Boho Urns Original Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
Original vintage Boho oil painting on canvas featuring classic urns. A timeless blend of artistry
Category

Late 20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Large Impressionist Oil Painting on Canvas Signed R. Blum
Located in Houston, TX
Large Impressionist oil painting on canvas Signed R. Blum. Beautifully executed antique
Category

Vintage 1920s European Other Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Denise Regan "Bubble" Oil Painting on Canvas
By Denise Regan
Located in New York, NY
Denise Regan Bubble, 2017 oil and encaustic on canvas 24 x 36 in. This oil painting on canvas by
Category

2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Encaustic, Oil

Denise Regan "View" Oil Painting on Canvas
By Denise Regan
Located in New York, NY
Denise Regan View, 2017 oil and encaustic on canvas 18 x 24 in. This oil painting on canvas by
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2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Encaustic, Canvas

Oil Painting on Canvas of the Ebbeston Lodge
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Architectural oil painting on canvas of the Ebbeston Lodge in the county of Yorkshire by Dan Dunton
Category

20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Vintage Boho Geometric Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
Vintage Boho original oil painting on canvas. A chic geometric composition in clear graphic colors
Category

Late 20th Century North American Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Portrait of Lady, Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful oil painting on canvas not signed. Excellent pictorial quality. The portrait of a lady
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Portrait of Lady, Oil Painting on Canvas
Portrait of Lady, Oil Painting on Canvas
H 35.04 in W 25.99 in D 0.79 in
Vintage Boho Original Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho original oil painting on canvas. A chic landscape in rich warm colors
Category

Late 20th Century North American Bohemian Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Vintage Boho Original Floral Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Boho original oil painting on canvas. A chic floral composition with bright
Category

Late 20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Mid-Century Framed Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Dallas, TX
This peaceful antique framed oil painting on canvas depicts a lovely pastoral scene complemented by
Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Vintage Boho Signed Original Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho original oil painting on canvas. A chic Abstract Expressionist composition
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Mid-Century Modern Expressionist Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Modern Expressionist oil painting on canvas with several texturing techniques and a fiery hot use
Category

20th Century Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Modernist Oil Painting on Canvas of a Bird
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Dazzling oil painting on canvas of a bird on a cage under the crescent moon. Executed in a modern
Category

20th Century Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Modernist Oil Painting on Canvas of a Dove
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Dazzling oil painting on canvas of a magical dove on a trapeze with flags under a full moon
Category

20th Century Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by G. Remmerie is an interesting take on the classic
Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Aesthetic Movement Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood

Vintage Boho Abstract Original Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
Transform your space with this Vintage Boho Abstract Original Oil Painting on Canvas. Its vibrant
Category

Mid-20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Vintage Boho Original Abstract Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
Infuse your space with artistic flair using this Vintage Boho Original Abstract Oil Painting on
Category

Mid-20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Oil Painting on Canvas Marina with Fishermen Signed
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful oil painting on canvas. A splendid marina at dawn with boats and fishermen. Excellent
Category

20th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

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Oil Painting On Canvas For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of oil painting on canvas available on 1stDibs. Finding the perfect Contemporary, Abstract or Modern examples of these works for your space is difficult — today, we have a vast range of variations and more on offer. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a colorful pieces of art to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — see the oil painting on canvas on 1stDibs that include elements of gray, brown, black, beige and more. Many versions of these artworks are appealing in their rich colors and composition, but Montse Valdés, Cindy Shaoul, Diana Malivani, Steven Miller and Bill Stone produced especially popular works that are worth a look. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much are Oil Painting On Canvas?

Oil painting on canvas can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $3,211, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $8,597,634.

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 paintings, landscape paintings, still-life paintings and other original paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.

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

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

Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.

No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel.

Download the 1stDibs app, which includes a handy “View on Wall” feature that allows you to see how a particular artwork will look on a particular wall, and read about how to arrange wall art. And if you’re searching for the perfect palette for your interior design project, what better place to turn than to the art world’s masters of color

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 emerging artists and more today.

Questions About Oil Painting On Canvas
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Clean an oil painting by dusting it with a natural-hair artists’ brush.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Grandma Moses sometimes painted on canvas. The American folk artist preferred to work with whatever she had available to her. At times this meant producing works on fiberboard rather than canvas. Shop a selection of Grandma Moses art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Two types of paint, oil and acrylic, are the most commonly used mediums on canvas. Acrylic is adored for its quick-drying properties, while others prefer oil paint for its thick, luscious consistency.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell if a canvas painting is real, research using trusted online resources and published references. Learning about the artist and the type of work they produced can help you spot characteristics of their style, such as the types of brushstrokes they commonly employed and how and where they signed their work. You can then use these aspects as criteria for evaluating your painting. Another option is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer inspect your piece and give you an opinion on its likely authenticity. Find a large collection of canvas 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 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 ExpertMay 30, 2024
    Technically, you can put a canvas painting in a glass frame. However, many experts advise against it. Paintings executed on canvas typically do not need the protection of glass, and a glass front on a frame can actually make it more difficult to admire the brushwork and fine details of a piece. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    To know if your canvas painting is worth money, you can take one of two approaches. One option is to conduct research using trusted online resources. By looking to see how much other paintings by the artist have sold for in the past, you can get a rough idea of how much your painting may be worth. However, other factors, such as the size and condition, will also impact the potential value. As a result, you may wish to use the services of a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer to get a more accurate idea of how much your painting is worth. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of canvas 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 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, 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 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.

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