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Wistful Occurance by Amy Sullivan, Large Contemporary Landscape Painting Square
By Amy Sullivan
Located in Atlanta, GA
contradicted by positive mark-making." She likes to begin her paintings with a small study in oil and wax
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Board

Fur and Love by Amy Sullivan Contemporary Dog Painting with Blue
By Amy Sullivan
Located in Atlanta, GA
contradicted by positive mark-making." She likes to begin her paintings with a small study in oil and wax
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Board

M.M. Sullivan - Large Contemporary Oil, Fishermen at the Harbour
Located in Corsham, GB
A wonderfully detailed harbour scene, likely depicting a Cornish fishing village. Fishermen sort through their catch in the foreground while seagulls soar overhead. Presented in an o...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Lyrics are in the Silence by Amy Sullivan Contemporary Landscape Painting
By Amy Sullivan
Located in Atlanta, GA
contradicted by positive mark-making." She likes to begin her paintings with a small study in oil and wax
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Board

Don't Forget Me by Amy Sullivan Contemporary Dog Painting with Dog
By Amy Sullivan
Located in Atlanta, GA
contradicted by positive mark-making." She likes to begin her paintings with a small study in oil and wax
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Board

When Time Was Young by Amy Sullivan Contemporary Painting with tree line
By Amy Sullivan
Located in Atlanta, GA
contradicted by positive mark-making." She likes to begin her paintings with a small study in oil and wax
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Board

Never Far Away by Amy Sullivan Contemporary waterscape Painting with tree line
By Amy Sullivan
Located in Atlanta, GA
contradicted by positive mark-making." She likes to begin her paintings with a small study in oil and wax
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Board

Until You Come Back by Amy Sullivan Contemporary Dog Painting with Green, Blue
By Amy Sullivan
Located in Atlanta, GA
contradicted by positive mark-making." She likes to begin her paintings with a small study in oil and wax
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Board

The Music I Hear by Amy Sullivan Contemporary Painting with Still Life floral
By Amy Sullivan
Located in Atlanta, GA
contradicted by positive mark-making." She likes to begin her paintings with a small study in oil and wax
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Board

Mountain Lake, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, representational, oil painting, greenMountain LakeKent SullivanOil painting on canvas board
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Cedar Point, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
painting, brownCedar PointKent SullivanOil painting on stretched canvas
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Lake Mullet, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, representational, oil painting, greenLake MulletKent SullivanOil painting on canvas board
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Legion Bridge, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Jackson Creek Florida, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, water, oilpaint, nature, realism, oil painting, greenJackson Creek FloridaKent Sullivan
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sharks Tooth, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
hope you like the art for it's own sake. The way this painting is done requires a lot of paint layers
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Good Morning Sunshine, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
painting, greenGood Morning SunshineKent SullivanOil painting on stretched canvas
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sunset at Moss Creek, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
painting, orangeSunset at Moss CreekKent SullivanOil painting on stretched canvas
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Bacharach on the Rhine, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
streets. Wine tasting is like a local sport here. It is a painting waiting to be painted with a rich
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Boats on Lake Monroe, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
of the gentle evening wind. Painting water is a favorite subject of mine. Great attention to the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Study For Cole Porter Paintings (Oil Painting of City Skyline w/ Sailboat)
By Bill Sullivan
Located in Hudson, NY
Study For Cole Porter Paintings (Oil Painting of City Skyline w/ Sailboat) by Bill Sullivan 12 x 20
Category

1980s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Battery Hill at White Cottage Fairlight England, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
sea drifts into my nostrils, and I think of heaven. Thank you Lord for such places. :: Painting
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Cotopaxi (Contemporary Oil Landscape Painting of Volcano in Columbia)
By Bill Sullivan
Located in Hudson, NY
11 x 25 inches oil on canvas, unframed (thin wood stripping only) Cotopaxi is the highest
Category

1990s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Guadalupe (Landscape Oil Painting of Guadalupe Statue in Mountainous Colombia)
By Bill Sullivan
Located in Hudson, NY
16 x 23 inches $2,500 oil on canvas Modern, horizontal landscape oil painting of a statue of
Category

1980s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Hudson River, Frozen (Minimal Winter Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas)
By Bill Sullivan
Located in Hudson, NY
Hudson River, Frozen (Minimal Winter Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas) 36.6 x 60.5 inches oil on
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Athens from Hudson in Winter (Winter Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas)
By Bill Sullivan
Located in Hudson, NY
landscape oil painting, horizontally oriented. A snowy, iced over river is lined with highly detailed trees
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

El Dorado, Guatavita (Modern Landscape Oil Painting of Lake Guatavita, Colombia)
By Bill Sullivan
Located in Hudson, NY
11 x 25.5 inches $2,500 oil on canvas, unframed Modern, horizontal landscape oil painting of
Category

1980s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Cayembe (Contemporary Landscape Oil Painting of Volcano in the Ecuadorian Andes)
By Bill Sullivan
Located in Hudson, NY
36 x 72 inches with thin wood frame $8,500 Modern, horizontal landscape oil painting of a large
Category

1980s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Cotopaxi II (Modern Landscape Oil Painting of Sunset Over Volcano in Andes)
By Bill Sullivan
Located in Hudson, NY
$9,000 Modern, horizontal landscape oil painting of a large volcano, Cotopaxi, in the Ecuadorian Andes
Category

1980s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Beach Scene With Dog (Panoramic Oil Landscape Painting of Blue Ocean and Dog)
By Bill Sullivan
Located in Hudson, NY
37 x 84 inches oil on canvas, unframed (thin wood stripping only) Contemporary landscape oil
Category

1990s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Norbert Sullivan Pugh - Framed 20th Century Oil, Lewes High Street
Located in Corsham, GB
Norbert Sullivan Pugh- original oil painting. Signed to the lower left. Presented in a decorative
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Trust/Truth (Self Portrait)" Contemporary Figurative Painting
Located in East Quogue, NY
Stunning monochromatic realistic contemporary figurative portrait painting by Sullivan Giles. Size
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Ornamental Trees" Geometric Pop Art Style Painting
By Stella Sullivan
Located in Houston, TX
Stella Sullivan School of Art where she taught painting, drawing, design, and silk-screening during the
Category

1970s Pop Art Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Monserrate and Guadalupe (Oil Landscape of Green Mountains in South America)
By Bill Sullivan
Located in Hudson, NY
. Sullivan remains best know for his large scale paintings of New York City and depictions of city life
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Monserrate (Contemporary Landscape Painting of a Mountain in Columbia)
By Bill Sullivan
Located in Hudson, NY
Sullivan makes new the vast spaces and swooning optimism of nineteeth-century Luminist painting
Category

1970s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Green Toned Abstract Figurative Marathon Runner with Colorful Target Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Green toned abstract figurative painting by Houston, TX artist, Sherry Sullivan. Painting depicts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Pablo's View (Medellin): 1970's Colombian Landscape Painting on Canvas
By Bill Sullivan
Located in Hudson, NY
, blue, and green palette Made in 1979 by Bill Sullivan oil on canvas, unframed 24 x 40 inches signed
Category

1970s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of Maureen O'Sullivan, Golden Age of Hollywood PHOTOGRAPHED W/ PAINTING
By Cathleen Mann
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
Maureen O'Sullivan ", 1941 Oil on Canvas 30" x 25" Housed in a 3 1/2" Period Frame Overall Size: 36 5
Category

Mid-20th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"The Sullivan-Kilrain Fight" Story Illustration
By J. Graham Kaye
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Date: Undated Medium: Oil on Masonite Signature: Signed Lower Left An undated story illustration
Category

20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Oil

"Twins, " Oil painting
By Susan McDonell
Located in Denver, CO
Susan McDonnell's (U.S. based) "Twins" is an original, handmade oil painting of two birds (Black
Category

2010s Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

'The Banquette' by Janet Sullivan Turner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
intriguing cubist/modern painting of couple seated in a busy European cafe. Oil on board Signed lower left
Category

20th Century American Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood

"Blue Jay, " Oil painting
By Susan McDonell
Located in Denver, CO
Susan McDonnell's (U.S. based) "Blue Jay" is an original, handmade oil painting of a bird (Blue Jay
Category

2010s Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Charleston Harbor
Located in San Francisco, CA
!”Charleston HarborKent SullivanOil painting on canvas boardVarnished and Ready
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Charleston Harbor
Charleston Harbor
H 11 in W 14 in D 0.25 in
Weathertop
Located in San Francisco, CA
SullivanOil painting on canvas boardVarnished and Ready to frameOne-of-a-kindSigned
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Weathertop
Weathertop
H 12 in W 20 in D 0.5 in
Hidden Falls
Located in San Francisco, CA
my autograph!”Hidden FallsKent SullivanOil painting on canvas boardReady to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Hidden Falls
Hidden Falls
H 20 in W 16 in D 0.25 in
Brilliant Wave
Located in San Francisco, CA
/>Oil painting on stretched canvasOne-of-a-kindSigned on front201716 in. h x 20
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Brilliant Wave
Brilliant Wave
H 20 in W 16 in D 0.75 in
Hooker Falls
Located in San Francisco, CA
came up and asked me for my autograph!”Hooker FallsKent SullivanOil painting on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Hooker Falls
Hooker Falls
H 20 in W 16 in D 0.5 in
26 Miles Across the Sea
Located in San Francisco, CA
!”26 Miles Across the SeaKent SullivanOil painting on canvas boardVarnished and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Shining Field, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, landscape, representational, oil painting, greenShining FieldKent SullivanOil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

Bad to the Bone
By Shawn Sullivan
Located in Denver, CO
Bird perched on bowl of bones
Category

2010s Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Ambulance Chaser
By Shawn Sullivan
Located in Denver, CO
Red bird with small toy car. Painted in trompe-l'œil style and sold unframed.
Category

2010s Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Ignorance is Bliss
By Shawn Sullivan
Located in Denver, CO
Bird and shark. Painted in trompe-l'œil style and sold unframed.
Category

2010s Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Glass House
By Shawn Sullivan
Located in Denver, CO
Bird in still life
Category

2010s Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mid Century Still-Life with Sculpture of Young Boy
By Leila Sullivan
Located in Soquel, CA
Leila Sullivan (American, 1903-1998), who studied with Claude Buck for 5 years and Marshall Merritt
Category

Mid-20th Century Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Cardboard

"Wind and Rain"
Located in Warren, NJ
William Holmes Sullivan oil on board Frame: 23 x 19 x 3 Picture: 13.5 x 9.5 Frame has some cracks
Category

Mid-19th Century Paintings

Materials

Board

"Yearling Black Bear, " Oil painting
By Susan McDonell
Located in Denver, CO
gouache painting of a young bear peeking behind a tree. The painting is 11 x 15" and with the frame it
Category

2010s Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Watercolor, Gouache

"Petit Dejeuner" Oil Painting of Bird and Egg
By Shawn Sullivan
Located in Denver, CO
Shawn Sullivan's (US Based) "Petit Dejeuner" is an original, handmade oil painting in the trompe
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Art

Materials

Oil

"Rinse Repeat" Oil Painting of Bird and Green Bottle
By Shawn Sullivan
Located in Denver, CO
Shawn Sullivan's (US Based) "Petit Dejeuner" is an original, handmade oil painting in the trompe
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Art

Materials

Oil

"Glamping" Oil Painting of Toy Camper with a Bird
By Shawn Sullivan
Located in Denver, CO
Shawn Sullivan's (US Based) "Glamping" is an original, handmade oil painting in the trompe-l'œil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Art

Materials

Oil

"Double Dutch" Oil Painting of Red Bird on Motorcycle
By Shawn Sullivan
Located in Denver, CO
Shawn Sullivan's (US Based) "Double Dutch" is an original, handmade oil painting in the trompe
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Art

Materials

Oil

"Breaks on Through" Oil Painting of Yellow Bird on Motorcycle
By Shawn Sullivan
Located in Denver, CO
Shawn Sullivan's (US Based) "Breaks on Through" is an original, handmade oil painting in the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Art

Materials

Oil

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You are likely to find exactly the oil painting sullivan you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. There are many Contemporary, Modern and Impressionist versions of these works for sale. Making the right choice when shopping for an oil painting sullivan may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right oil painting sullivan is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes gray, black, brown and orange. Creating an oil painting sullivan has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Stella Sullivan, Shawn Sullivan, Bill Sullivan, Elaina Sullivan and Amy Sullivan are consistently popular. Artworks like these — often created in oil paint, paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.

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An oil painting sullivan can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $1,950, while the lowest priced sells for $225 and the highest can go for as much as $28,117.

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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, landscape and still-life 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.

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Questions About Oil Painting Sullivan
  • 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.
  • 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Cy Twombly did use oil paint, although his method was quite unique. He would run his fingers in the paint to create channels, and would then use oil paint in ‘globs’. House paint overtop would then merge the paints into a completed piece. Shop a selection of Cy Twombly’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • David Brooker Fine Art
    David Brooker Fine ArtFebruary 23, 2021
    That depends on the size of the piece, the condition of the painting, and to some degree the value. also where you live.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The value of an oil painting depends on the quality and artist. Work with an appraiser to determine the value. While some online resources can be helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not be the actual value of your item, since that will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. Browse a selection of expertly vetted authentic vintage oil paintings on 1stDibs.

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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.