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Come Here Often?, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Grace Diehl
Located in Yardley, PA
York. ~~~~~~~~~~ About this Painting: A bit of humor is blended into the representation of this
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Dreamers Never Die, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Grace Diehl
Located in Yardley, PA
York. ~~~~~~~~~~~ About this Painting: This is a painting I did with the last of the Marigolds and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Woman surrealism oil on canvas painting
By Alvar Sunol Munoz-Ramos
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
including oil paintings, lithographs, watercolors, drawings, bronzes, and ceramic bas relief sculptures. His
Category

Early 2000s Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Nautical Vintage Voyage of Yesteryear, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Grace Diehl
Located in Yardley, PA
For this unique, original a ceramic egg was merged into a seascape for a surreal styled painting
Category

2010s Surrealist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Door #8 (Cross), textured oil painting on wood panel, earth tones, exterior, red
By Francesca Reyes
Located in Jersey City, NJ
"Door #8 (Cross)" by Francesca Reyes (2018) Original textured, impasto oil on panel painting
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Japanese Fauvist Colorful Oil Painting Chinese Ceramic Jars with Fan and Apple
Located in Surfside, FL
Yoshio Aoyama (Japanese, 1894-1996) "Nature Morte". Oil on canvas. 1981. Signed 'Aoyama' (upper
Category

1980s Fauvist Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Abstract Red Persimmon Oil Painting on Panel Marylyn Dintenfass Modernist
By Marylyn Dintenfass
Located in Surfside, FL
primarily known for her oil paintings, which use a dynamic color palette and lexicon of gestural imagery to
Category

Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Apples and Ceramic - Oil on Canvas by Zhang Wei Guang - 2004
By Zhang Wei Guang
Located in Roma, IT
Apples and Ceramic is an original oil on canvas realized by the chinese painter Zhang Wei Guang
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

STILL LIFE - Massimo Reggiani - Oil on Canvas Italian Painting
By Massimo Reggiani
Located in Napoli, IT
Still life - Massimo Reggiani Italia 2002 - Oil on canvas cm.40x60. The origins of still life can
Category

Early 2000s Flemish School Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Bactrian Camel, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, oilpaint, realism, ceramic, flower, animal, vase , animals, still life, realism, oil painting, grey
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Jules Perahim Surrealism Oil Painting on Paper Romanian French Surrealist Figure
Located in Surfside, FL
Jules Perahim (Born: 1914; Bucharest, Romania - Died: 2008; Paris, France) Oil painting on paper
Category

1960s Surrealist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil

Ravello, Oil Painting
By Jose H. Alvarenga
Located in San Francisco, CA
, kitchen, still life, classical, oil painting, beigeRavelloJose H. AlvarengaOil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Flowers, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, classical, floral, flora, still life, flora, classical, oil painting, purpleFlowersShuxing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Divine Intervention, White Persian Cat Standing on a Trump Doll, Oil Painting
By Rose Freymuth-Frazier
Located in Chicago, IL
. Rose Freymuth-Frazier Divine Intervention oil on linen 24h x 18w in 60.96h x 45.72w cm RFF034 Rose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Linen

Windmills, Oil Painting
By Jose H. Alvarenga
Located in San Francisco, CA
, Harnett, Jacob Van Ruisdael, still life, surrealism, classical, realism, representational, oil painting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Original Still Life oil painting on canvas, Strawberries, Signed, Framed, Dated
Located in Framingham, MA
Up for sale is a beautiful oil painting on canvas depicting two blue ceramic cups and strawberries
Category

Early 2000s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Door #19 (Smile)" Oil painting on panel, smiley face bright blue, architecture
By Francesca Reyes
Located in Jersey City, NJ
depicting. Oil Painting / Miniature and Small-Scale Paintings / Representations of Architecture / Bright
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic, Panel, Pastel, Graphite

"Fraternity" Original Handmade Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
gentle fall of her dark hair, emphasize the tranquility of the moment. This original, handmade oil
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

A Still Life of Roses in a Ceramic Vase. An oil on canvas
By Marcel Dyf
Located in St. Albans, GB
a wonderful ceramic jug. Dyf’s family lived in Paris, but he spent his childhood holidays in
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

"RISING TIDES USED TO BE A GOOD THING", Painting, Oil on Canvas, Disaster, Humor
By Andrew Smenos
Located in Toronto, Ontario
neglect solutions." "The classical and historical tradition of ceramic sculpture and oil painting speaks
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Cracked Brown Egg, Oil Painting
By Kristine Kainer
Located in San Francisco, CA
, baking, cuisine, realism, still life, cuisine, realism, oil painting, whiteCracked Brown Egg
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

'Leaf in a Jug' original oil on wood painting signed by Robert Richter
By Robert Richter
Located in Milwaukee, WI
In this painting, Robert Richter presents the viewer with a still life of a massive Swiss cheese
Category

2010s Outsider Art Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

J. Simpson - Contemporary Oil, Daffodils in Ceramic Vase
Located in Corsham, GB
A delightful still life study depicting daffodils in a blue and white china vase. The artist compliments the daffodils with a deep green background, bringing out the vibrant yellow i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Ivy Lysdal, Gouache and Oil Crayon on Cardboard, Abstract Modernist Painting
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ivy Lysdal, b 1937. Danish ceramist and painter. Gouache and oil crayon on cardboard. Abstract
Category

1990s Danish Modern Paintings

Materials

Other

Ivy Lysdal, Gouache and Oil Crayon on Cardboard, Abstract Modernist Painting
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ivy Lysdal, b 1937. Danish ceramist and painter. Gouache and oil crayon on cardboard. Abstract
Category

1990s Danish Modern Paintings

Materials

Other

Ivy Lysdal, Gouache and Oil Crayon on Cardboard, Abstract Modernist Painting
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ivy Lysdal, b 1937. Danish ceramist and painter. Gouache and oil crayon on cardboard. Abstract
Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Modern Paintings

Materials

Other

Fanny Rabel Figurative Oil Painting Soulful, Prayerful
By Fanny Rabel
Located in Detroit, MI
work in painting, engraving, drawing, and ceramic sculpture. Her work has been classified as poetic
Category

1960s Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"Flowers in Pink Vase" Oil on Canvas, Still-Life Painting, Rich Pinks & Greens
By Artis Lane
Located in Detroit, MI
portrait commissioned by Academy Award winner, Jaime Fox. It’s an elegant painting of Oprah Winfrey, which
Category

1970s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Karo Mkrtchyan "Countess" Original Oil on Canvas, 1986
Located in Pasadena, CA
painting will be provided to the buyer. Karo Mkrtchyan (Armenian: Կարո Մկրտչյան, 28 March 1951 – 2001
Category

1980s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Karo Mkrtchyan "Countess" Original Oil on Canvas, 1986
Located in Pasadena, CA
painting will be provided to the buyer. Karo Mkrtchyan (Armenian: Կարո Մկրտչյան, 28 March 1951 – 2001
Category

1980s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Buddha Head Vase, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, ceramic, flower, vase, budha, head, vertical, tonal, still life, flora, realism, oil painting, grey
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Amaryllis with Lemon / oil on canvas
By Willard Dixon
Located in Burlingame, CA
Amaryllis with Lemon in a white ceramic pot sits atop a white table with river rocks, in this still
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

James Coignard Oil on Canvas Titled Atomic Ultimate Abstract Figural Painting
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
. Soon, his painting and ceramic distanced themselves from those of his colleagues. In the early
Category

Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Still Life, Flowers Vase Painting, Red Carnation Flowers, Oil on Canvas, XIX
Located in Breganze, VI
Flowers artwork, antique oil painting, still life with small Bouquet of Red Carnation flowers
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Napoleon III Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Ceramic
By Robert McIntosh
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Los Angeles County Museum in 1948. "Ceramic", is an exceptional original oil on panel, signed
Category

1930s Nude Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

French Framed Oil on Board Still-Life Painting Depicting Pansies, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French framed and signed oil on board still-life painting from the late 19th century featuring
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Paintings

Materials

Wood, Giltwood, Paint

Ivy Lysdal, b 1937, Oil on Canvas, Abstract Modernist Painting, Dated 2006
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ivy Lysdal, b 1937. Danish ceramist and painter. Oil on canvas. Abstract modernist painting
Category

Early 2000s Danish Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Karo Mkrtchyan "The Phenomenon" Original Oil on Canvas, 1978
Located in Pasadena, CA
"The Phenomenon" by Karo Mkrtchryan, Oil On Canvas 64cm X 75cm, Framed, Signed and dated,, 1978
Category

1970s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Listed Female Vintage Impressionist Oil Painting Gloucester Sayward Street
Located in Buffalo, NY
Listed vintage oil painting of a house on Sayward St in Gloucester, MA. This work was created by
Category

1950s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

20th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Still Life Impressionist Style Painting, 1970
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian painting from 20th century. Framework oil on canvas depicting particular still life with
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Wood, Canvas

Vase & Spouted Ewer with Handle, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, Chinese, oilpaint, realism, ceramic, flower, vase, tonal, still life, realism, oil painting, green
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Vase with Peony and Butterflies, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, ceramic, oilpaint, still life, realism, oil painting, greyVase with Peony and Butterflies
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Statue of Liberty" American Icon, Oil Painting, Triptych
By Artis Lane
Located in Detroit, MI
their own being. - Artis Lane "Statue of Liberty" is a painting by the Canadian, Ms. Lane, who has
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Prunus Vase with a Dragon, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, realism, oil painting, greyPrunus Vase with a DragonGuigen ZhaOil painting on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Still Life Painting, Flowers of Pink Peony, Oil on Canvas Du XIX Century
Located in Breganze, VI
Flowers artwork, antique oil painting, Still Life with Bouquet of Pink Peonies flowers proposed
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Judaica Polish Israeli Folk Art Biblical Modernist Oil Painting
By Pinchas Shaar
Located in Surfside, FL
This painting is iconic of Pichas Shaar's aesthetic, and stylistic influences. A ceramic mosaicist
Category

1960s Folk Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

T. Denver - 20th Century Oil, Fruit on Blue
Located in Corsham, GB
A delightful still life study depicting a large ceramic vessel and a basket of fruit placed on blue
Category

20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large Colorful Abstract Expressionist Swiss Oil Painting Robert Lauro
Located in Surfside, FL
Oil Painting on canvas Hand signed to lower right Lauro. Provenance: Eleonore Austerer Gallery
Category

1960s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

'Feria en Huancayo' original signed oil painting by Ernesto Gutierrez
By Ernesto Gutierrez (b.1941)
Located in Milwaukee, WI
'Feria en Huancayo (Market in Huancayo)' is an original oil painting signed by the Peruvian
Category

1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Garden Pots / oil on canvas still life colorplay
By Mary Robertson
Located in Burlingame, CA
center stage, as it interacts with the landscape to create the real magic. Her oil paintings and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"DRAWING INVENTORY (Bottled Snake Oil Salesmen)", acrylic painting, silkscreen
By Andrew Cornell Robinson
Located in Toronto, Ontario
"DRAWING INVENTORY (Bottled Snake Oil Salesmen)", 2019, painting in acrylic, charcoal, pencil, oil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Paper, Graphite, Oil Pastel, Cotton, Charcoal, Acrylic, Screen

Antique Painting, Oil Painting Flowers, Vase of Flowers Painting, XIX Century
Located in Breganze, VI
Flowers artwork, antique oil painting, floral vase painting which represents Bouquet of
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Still Life, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Anatoly Borisovich Tarabanov Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

UNTITLED, 1981 DIPTYCH Neo Expressionist Figures Peter Julian Oil Painting
By Peter Julian
Located in Surfside, FL
-expressionist paintings in the 1980s. His first major exhibition was in New York in 1982 at The New Museum as
Category

1980s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil

"AKEE" Oil Painting, Marylyn Dintenfass Modernist Abstract Expressionist Pop Art
By Marylyn Dintenfass
Located in Surfside, FL
primarily known for her oil paintings, which use a dynamic color palette and lexicon of gestural imagery to
Category

Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Hedwig Mechle – Grossmann (1857 - 1928) Rose Flower Girl , 1920 - Oil Painting
By Hedwig Mechle-Grossmann
Located in Meinisberg, CH
Ödenburg) Die Kleine Rosenverkäuferin - The Little Rose Seller • Oil on carse canvas, ca. 100 x 75 cm
Category

1920s Naturalistic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Origin Story - Original Oil Painting w/ Setting Sun Reflecting Romantic Colors
By Rose Freymuth-Frazier
Located in Chicago, IL
, 2013 The American Chinese Oil Painting League - Butler Museum Exhibition - Finalist, 2011 John and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

Sacred Space - Original Oil Painting w/ Setting Sun Reflecting Romantic Colors
By Rose Freymuth-Frazier
Located in Chicago, IL
, MEAM - Figurativas '13 - Barcelona, Spain - Finalist, 2013 The American Chinese Oil Painting League
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

"Door #31 (Smudge)" Oil painting, wood panel, pastel floral pattern architecture
By Francesca Reyes
Located in Jersey City, NJ
"Door #31 (Smudge)" (2018) by Francesca Reyes Original oil & acrylic painting on wood panel
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Oil, Panel

Autumn Still Life, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Anatoly Borisovich Tarabanov Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate oil painting on ceramic for your needs in our varied inventory. Find abstract versions now, or shop for abstract creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. If you’re looking for an oil painting on ceramic from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right oil painting on ceramic is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes gray, brown, black and blue. An oil painting on ceramic from Alvar Sunol Munoz-Ramos, Lisa Sanditz, Rose Freymuth-Frazier, Marina Dobrovolskaya and Andrew Smenos — each of whom created distinctive versions of this kind of work — is worth considering. 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 paint, oil paint and fabric can add an especially memorable touch.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, ceramic table lamps can be painted. In fact, many lamps come with hand-painted finishes. If you choose to paint a lamp yourself, you may need two or more coats of paint to get the results you desire. You'll find a collection of ceramic table lamps on 1stDibs.