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"Piano House" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Scott Conary's "Piano House" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts an abstracted white
Category

2010s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

‘Piano Lesson’ abstract Oil Painting
By Virginia Campbell
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
painting on board, unframed Board size: 10 x 14 inches Elegant oil painting showing a piano lesson in
Category

1980s Abstract Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Piano, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
unfinished look. Painting tries to capture the timeless beauty of The Piano. The sides of the canvas are
Category

2010s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Oil

Piano Painting Orange, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Cheryl Johnson
Located in Yardley, PA
Painting: Oil on Canvas. There is nothing more inspiring than beautiful piano music. I painted
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Sound of the Yellow Light", piano, purple, black, oil painting
By Alexandra Rozenman
Located in Boston, MA
Rozenman’s painting “The Sound of a Yellow Light” is a 16 x 16 x 2 inch oil on canvas. In this open
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

CLAIRE AT THE PIANO - Textured Oil Painting w/ Scene of Girl Playing the Piano
By Eleanor Aldrich
Located in Signal Mountain, TN
CLAIRE AT THE PIANO is an oil on canvas painting by Eleanor Aldrich created in 2022. This piece
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Signed Antique American School Modernist Cubist Jazz Piano Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage American modernist abstract piano painting. Oil on canvas, circa 1940. Signed. Framed
Category

1940s Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique Southern School Piano Player Black Male Portrait Surreal Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
the music of his piano draped in an almost surrealist blue cloudy sky. A very intimate depiction. Oil
Category

1940s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"The Piano Room" contemporary oil painting impressionist style, music room light
By Amy Florence
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
An oil painting of an interior close to the artist's heart; her parents house. The object of focus
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Thinking of Her Next Song " Haute Couture & Piano Impressionistic Oil Painting
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
A very whimsical depiction of a woman in a red dress leaning on a beautiful white piano in thought
Category

2010s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

Large Original French Oil Painting Elegant Couple Playing Piano in Interior
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Piano Lesson by Maria Tort Xirau (Catalan, 1924-2018) signed lower corner dated 1999 oil
Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Decorative antique oil painting on canvas, interior with lady playing the piano
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Decorative antique oil painting on canvas depicting a lady playing the piano in an interior Signed
Category

Early 20th Century Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Lady in Pink Playing The Piano Large Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Maggy Clarysse (1931-2011) oil on canvas, unframed 18 x 24 inches signed front and back condition
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Flood in a Music School", landscape, blue, yellow, piano, boat, oil painting
By Alexandra Rozenman
Located in Boston, MA
Alexandra Rozenman’s “Flood in a Music School” 26 x 28 x 2.5 oil on canvas painting is a part of
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"Fur Elise" Impressionistic Oil Painting of a Woman Playing the Piano Indoors
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
This painting depicts an impressionistic indoors Plein Air scene of a young woman playing the piano
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

oil on canvas Piano in landscape Rare painting by the French artist Brasilier
By André Brasilier
Located in Jerusalem, IL
Beautiful oil on canvas Piano in landscape Rare painting by the French artist Andre Brasilier . The
Category

Early 2000s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Piano Players by Emily Royer, contemporary oil painting on canvas 24" x 24"
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Piano player is a figurative oil painting on canvas by Emily Royer. The dimensions are 24" x 24" x
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Young woman at the piano - Old Oil Portrait Painting Canvas Brown White Ivory
By Joseph Sintès
Located in Sofia, BG
"Young woman at the piano" - "Junge Frau am Klavier", oil painting on canvas by a Spanish artist
Category

1850s Victorian Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Signed Oil Painting of Renoirs " Young Girls at Piano " Framed
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Original Oil Painting on Canvas This is an original painting, signed by the artist, and inspired by
Category

Mid-20th Century Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Giltwood, Canvas

Lin Hongdan Impressionist Original Oil On Canvas "Piano 1"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Piano 1 Medium: Oil on canvas Size: 47 1/4 x 35 3/4 inches Frame: Framing options available
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Original Oil Painting on Board by Yetty Titled "Piano Player"
By Yetty
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
Oil on board by listed Belgium born impressionistic painter Yetty. Signed in lower left corner.
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Other Paintings

Materials

Canvas

The Piano
By KOKO HOVAGUIMIAN
Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA
The piece is called ‘The Piano’ because it is the central instrument in the orchestra arrangement
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Piano
The Piano
H 38 in W 50 in D 1.5 in
Piano #2
By Peter Lodato
Located in Santa Monica, CA
, to captivating paintings that explore the complexities of human perception over the course of his six
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Piano #2
By Peter Lodato
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Peter Lodato’s paintings continue the exploration of light and space. Adhering to reductive, often
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Piano #2
Piano #2
H 48 in W 36 in D 1.5 in
DANCING BALLERINA AND PIANO
Located in Aberdeen Dyce, GB
The painting depicts a ballerina dancing in front of a piano while wearing a beautiful dress that
Category

2010s Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic, Canvas

1950s French oil The Classical Orchestra Grand Piano Violins & Musicians
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
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Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

THE MUSIC ROOM (Interior with Piano) by Paula Craioveanu original oil
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"The Music Room (interior with Piano)" Original painting. Size 39x23.5in / 100x60cm . Oil on
Category

2010s Contemporary Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

St, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, always accompanied by piano or instrumental music. When he is not painting, he loves connecting with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pine, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
sceneries with breathtaking detail. His realistic oil paintings invite the viewer into a captivating, serene
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Classic, Oil Painting
By Sharon Sieben
Located in San Francisco, CA
classical guitar and piano. She currently lives in Arizona.Words that describe this painting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil

Classic, Oil Painting
Classic, Oil Painting
H 21.5 in W 14.5 in D 1.5 in
Daisies, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, always accompanied by piano or instrumental music. When he is not painting, he loves connecting with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Piano Lesson
By Charles E. Chambers
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Signature: Signed Lower Left
Category

20th Century Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Blue Piano, 2024, oil, ink and foil on canvas 40x80 cm
Located in Jerusalem, IL
The Blue Piano, 2024 oil, ink and foil on canvas 40x80 cm Yonatan Zohar was born in 2000 in
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Foil

Le Piano - Post Impressionist Figurative Interior Painting by Emilio Grau Sala
By Emilio Grau Sala
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Signed and titled oil on canvas figure in interior circa 1950 by Spanish post impressionist Emilio
Category

1950s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sunset Reflections, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
natural sceneries with breathtaking detail. His realistic oil paintings invite the viewer into a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Path, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, always accompanied by piano or instrumental music. When he is not painting, he loves connecting with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Annunciation De Matteis Paint Oil on canvas Old master 17/18th Century Leonardo
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
The Annunciation Circle of Paolo De Matteis (Piano Vetrale, 1662 - Naples, 1728) oil painting on
Category

17th Century Old Masters Paintings

Materials

Oil

Golden Glow, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
breathtaking detail. His realistic oil paintings invite the viewer into a captivating, serene world of golden
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Transcending Boundaries, Oil Painting
By Gary Leonard
Located in San Francisco, CA
, expressive, gestural, people, contemporary, oil painting, blackTranscending BoundariesGary
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large French Modernist Painting Girl in Yellow Dress next to Grand Piano
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
French contemporary artist oil on canvas, thin wooden frame painting: 36 x 29 inches provenance
Category

2010s Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Abstract Attitude, Oil Painting
By Gary Leonard
Located in San Francisco, CA
learning how to play the piano.Words that describe this painting: figurative, figure, abstract
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil

North African Village Painting by Isabelle Del-Piano
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Very colorful modern oil-on-canvas painting of North African village scene (in smooth finished dark
Category

20th Century French Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Regatta, Abstract Oil Painting
By Sharon Sieben
Located in San Francisco, CA
and piano. She currently lives in Arizona.Words that describe this painting: abstract
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Immersive Existence, Oil Painting
By Gary Leonard
Located in San Francisco, CA
learning how to play the piano.Words that describe this painting: figurative, figure, abstract
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Harmony, Abstract Oil Painting
By Shyun Song
Located in San Francisco, CA
describe this painting: minimal, abstract, geometric, conceptual, Constructivism, Suprematism, music, piano
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Reclining Spaces, Oil Painting
By Gary Leonard
Located in San Francisco, CA
the piano.Words that describe this painting: figure, figurative, contemporary, colorful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Chrysanthemum Fox, Oil Painting
By Tara Zalewsky-Nease
Located in San Francisco, CA
, whimsical, animal, storybook, chrysanthemums, animals, flora, representational, oil painting, orange
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Rossini. Comic duet for 2 cats and piano. 2013. Oil on canvas, 60x80 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Rossini. Comic duet for 2 cats and piano. 2013. Oil on canvas, 60x80 cm Dagnia Cherevichnik (1974
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A piano and San Francisco
By Nathan Neven
Located in PARIS, FR
A piano and San Francisco (technique mixte, 112x112cm) est une pièce unique de l'artiste Nathan
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic

A piano and San Francisco
A piano and San Francisco
H 44.1 in W 44.1 in D 1.97 in
Dedication, Oil Painting
By Jose H. Alvarenga
Located in San Francisco, CA
, music box, piano, Eric Satie, William Harnett, still life, classical, representational, oil painting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

An Evening Recital- 21st Century Stlllife Painting of a Figurine playing Piano
By Astrid Ritmeester
Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant
This painting by Astrid Ritmeester belongs to a series she has called 'Memories' Ritmeester also
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Reflections of Serenity, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
with breathtaking detail. His realistic oil paintings invite the viewer into a captivating, serene
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Wave of Rapture, Oil Painting
By Gary Leonard
Located in San Francisco, CA
listening to music and learning how to play the piano.Words that describe this painting: water
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Woman Playing the Piano Forte
By Marguerite Stuber Pearson
Located in Lawrence, NY
happily reported that her paintings were “executed in the best Boston School tradition.” Upon seeing the
Category

1930s American Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Blue Emerge, Abstract Oil Painting
By Gary Leonard
Located in San Francisco, CA
the piano.Words that describe this painting: figurative, nude, woman, portrait, body
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

In the Calm, Oil Painting
By Gary Leonard
Located in San Francisco, CA
the piano.Words that describe this painting: figurative, figure, people, woman, fashion
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Whisper of Heaven, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
with breathtaking detail. His realistic oil paintings invite the viewer into a captivating, serene
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Charm of Twilight, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
realistic oil paintings invite the viewer into a captivating, serene world of golden sunsets and peaceful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Louise Parker, The Recital, Oil Painting
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This late 19th-century oil painting by British artist Louise Parker (b. 1872) depicts a young lady
Category

1890s Victorian Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

October Still Life, Oil Painting
By Tara Zalewsky-Nease
Located in San Francisco, CA
, autumn, season, harvest, Thanksgiving, classical, still life, classical, oil painting, beige
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

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Questions About Oil Painting Piano
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

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

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

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

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 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

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 18, 2021
    The cost of an original oil painting has a very wide range. For emerging new artist could be in the lower end, ranging from the $500 to $10,000 depending on the size and subject matter, for the mid-career artists who are already established, their prices range in the thousands and hundreds of thousands of dollars and lastly the original oil painting art of very established and popular artists that could have auction records in the millions of dollars. In this category are some of the well known examples of the old master paintings and other contemporary artworks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    The name of the first artist to use oil paints isn't known. However, historians have traced the use of oils back to 7th-century Afghanistan. There, Buddhist artists used oil paintings to produce religious artworks. One of the first artists to be famous for their use of oil paints was Jan van Eyck, a Flemish artist who was active from 1422 to 1441. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of oil paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To identify an artist's oil painting signature, you can try photographing it with your smartphone and then conducting a reverse image search using a trusted search engine. You can also search for the name and consult trusted online resources to learn more about the artist. If these methods don't result in a successful identification, a certified art appraiser or art dealer may be able to assist you. Shop a range of oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.

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Welcome (Back) to the Wild, Wonderful World of  Walasse Ting

Americans are rediscovering the globe-trotting painter and poet, who was connected to all sorts of art movements across a long and varied career.

In Francks Deceus’s ‘Mumbo Jumbo #5,’ the Black Experience Is . . . Complicated

Despite the obstacles, the piece’s protagonist navigates the chaos without losing his humanity.

With Works Like ‘Yours Truly,’ Arthur Dove Pioneered Abstract Art in America

New York gallery Hirschl & Adler is exhibiting the bold composition by Dove — who’s hailed as the first American abstract painter — at this year’s Winter Show.

Donald Martiny’s Jumbo Brushstrokes Magnify the Undeniable Personality of Paint

How can a few simple gestures — writ extra, extra, extra large — contain so much beauty and drama?

Patrick Hughes’s 3D Painting Takes Us on a Magical Journey through Pop Art History

The illusions — and allusions — never end in this mind-boggling portrayal of an all-star Pop art show on a beach.

Mid-Century Americans Didn’t Know Antonio Petruccelli’s Name, but They Sure Knew His Art

The New York artist created covers for the nation’s most illustrious magazines. Now, the originals are on display as fine art.

Learn Why There Have Been So Many Great Women Painters

Featuring iconic works by more than 300 female artists, a new book makes a more than compelling case for casting off the patriarchal handcuffs that have bound the art historical canon for far too long.

Sherron Francis Is the AbEx Painter You Need to Know Now

The lyrical painter was a hotshot in the 1970s New York art scene when she decided to leave it behind. A new show at Lincoln Glenn puts Francis's work back in the spotlight.