Skip to main content

Oil Paintings Dinner

to
18
80
47
75
47
33
13
12
11
7
4
4
3
3
3
3
3
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
14
3
2
2
2
Sort By
Family Dinner, Oil Painting
By Keith Thomson
Located in San Francisco, CA
>Family DinnerKeith ThomsonOil painting on stretched canvasFinished white edgesVarnished
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Colonial Dinner" Oil Painting
By Robin Hextrum
Located in Denver, CO
Robin Hextrum's (US based) "Colonial Dinner" is a monochromatic oil painting that depicts giraffes
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Colonial Dinner" Oil Painting
$2,600 Sale Price
20% Off
H 36 in W 54 in
Dinner Table, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Charles Choi
Located in Yardley, PA
Still life series. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official certificate of
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

A Late Dinner, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
... :: Painting :: Contemporary :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Dinner Plate Dahlias" (2025) Original Oil Still Life Painting
By Quang Ho
Located in Denver, CO
Quang Ho's "Dinner Plate Dahlias" (2025) is an oil on board painting that depicts white dahlias in
Category

2010s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Decorative, romantic oil painting by Heinrich Hartung "Dinner in the Park".
Located in Berlin, DE
Decorative, romantic oil painting Heinrich Hartung "Dinner in the Park" oil on canvas Very good
Category

20th Century Romantic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mid 20th Century Oil - Dinner Preparation
Located in Corsham, GB
In this scene, a mother is plucking chickens ready to be cooked as her daughter waits by her side. The artist has used this mundane scene to depict everyday life in the country. Unsi...
Category

20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mid 20th Century Oil - Dinner Preparation
Mid 20th Century Oil - Dinner Preparation
$301 Sale Price
20% Off
H 13.98 in W 12.68 in
"Lure of the Dinner Bell" (2024) by Sheri Farabaugh, Still Life Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
oil painting that depicts a scene on a lake, with a woman on a kayak looking back at the viewer
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Jury Oil on Panel Painting Contemporary Hats Dinner Table Dessert Men In Stock
By Kenne Grégoire
Located in Utrecht, NL
Kenne Grégoire (b. 1951, Teteringen, Netherlands) is a Dutch painter renowned for his masterful blending of realism and surrealism. Educated at the Rijksacademie van Beeldende Kunste...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Dinner Hour
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Original oil painting on canvas by Seth Winegar. Signed on lower right.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tonalist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Dinner Hour
$4,300
H 24 in W 24 in
A. Balet - 1944 Oil, Dinner Preparations
Located in Corsham, GB
This richly detailed still life painting features an assortment of culinary objects, including a
Category

Mid-20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mid 20th Century Oil - Game Dinner
Located in Corsham, GB
Unsigned. Presented in a black-painted wooden frame with gilt detailing.
Category

20th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mid 20th Century Oil - Game Dinner
Mid 20th Century Oil - Game Dinner
$519 Sale Price
20% Off
H 26.78 in W 31.5 in
'Dinner Conversation', Oil on Linen, By Robert Bonaparte
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This 25" x 24" oil on linen painting of a dinner conversation at a table with a man and woman is an
Category

1980s Abstract Figurative Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

''Before Dinner'' Contemporary Oil Painting of a Girl on a Terrace in the Sun
Located in Utrecht, NL
are the basis of her paintings. Her color palette is reminiscent of the Impressionist, but with an
Category

2010s Contemporary Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Where candles whisper - K.Husslein Impasto Flower Dinner Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences. Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Old farmer's dinner 60x54 cm, oil/canvas, 2000
By Igor Maikov
Located in Riga, LV
Igor Maikov (1966) Education: 1981 - 1984 The Art Academy of Latvia 1973 - 1983 Salaspils Primary and Secondary School Exhibitions: 1994 - Group Exhibition «Rol-Art», Latvia ...
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Uno Bornemark - Framed Mid 20th Century Oil, Dinner Reservations
Located in Corsham, GB
An original vintage oil painting by Swedish artist Uno Bornemark. This vibrant and fluid work shows
Category

20th Century Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Soft light sweet wine - K.Husslein Impasto Flower Dinner Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences. Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

The journey we share - K.Husslein Impasto Flower Dinner Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences. Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Dinner with a View
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Original oil painting signed by the Artist on the lower right corner.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

''Winter dinner"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
the pasty technique of oil painting, creating a special materiality of the autumn air. Each confident
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

''Winter dinner"
''Winter dinner"
$1,600
H 17.72 in W 23.63 in D 1.58 in
An Evening Meant for Us - K.Husslein Impasto Flower Dinner Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences. Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

What my lips have tasted - K.Husslein Impasto Flower Dinner Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences. Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Glamorous glow in the sunlight - K.Husslein Impasto Flower Dinner Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences. Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Cocktails and Chemistry by K.Husslein Impasto Flower Dinner Food Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences. Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Dinner Party
Located in Atlanta, GA
paintings he explores gesture and mark-making along with color composition. Cortez is admired for his
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Dinner Party
Dinner Party
$1,200 Sale Price
38% Off
H 36 in W 48 in D 3 in
''Winter dinner"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
2025 based on the play by A. Zholdak
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

''Winter dinner"
''Winter dinner"
$800
H 17.72 in W 23.63 in D 1.58 in
"Dinner” oil on canvas 36"x48" by Michele
Located in Carmel, CA
. The painting comes with a certificate of authenticity and a letter of appraisal. 'Dinner ', oil on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Dinner” oil on canvas 36"x48" by Michele
"Dinner” oil on canvas 36"x48" by Michele
$6,650 Sale Price
30% Off
H 48 in W 36 in D 2 in
After Dinner
By Paul G. Oxborough
Located in Greenwich, CT
the BP Portrait Award exhibition, recognized as the most prestigious portrait painting competition in
Category

2010s American Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

After Dinner
Price Upon Request
H 40 in W 40 in
The Dinner Party
By Ron Lesser
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Board Cover Illustration for the New York Times Best Seller, The Dinner Party
Category

1980s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

The Dinner Party
$1,200
H 15.9 in W 12.4 in
What my Lips have tasted by K.Husslein Impasto Dinner Food Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences. Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Hour Love stood still by K.Husslein Impasto Dinner Food Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences. Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Midnight at the long Table by K.Husslein Impasto Flower Dinner Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences. Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Where Flower meets Wine by K.Husslein Impasto Flower Dinner Food Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences. Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

In the light of Company by K.Husslein Impasto Dinner Food Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences. Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Moments poured like Wine by K.Husslein Impasto Flower Dinner Food Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences. Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Dinner Time Figurative Abstract
By Ralph Eugene Della-Volpe
Located in Greenwich, CT
, my own observations and my own needs for expression." Della-Volpe first studied painting at the
Category

1990s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Dinner in the Sky
By Valton Tyler
Located in Dallas, TX
seems the right word for describing his vivid, unusual and technically refined paintings, prints and
Category

1970s Surrealist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Dinner in the Sky
Price Upon Request
H 28 in W 32 in
Acrylic Paint, Oil Stick on Cradled Panel: "I Picked Up Dinner"
Located in New York, NY
In 2018, I became a painter. An artist.  I am a product of the '70s and I spent my life in the fine state of New Jersey—the most wonderful state of them all.  As a result of stuff th...
Category

2010s Outsider Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil Crayon, Acrylic

A table set for Laughter by K.Husslein Impasto Flower Dinner Food Table Painting
By Katharina Husslein
Located in DE
the emotional resonance of communal experiences. Each one-of-a-kind oil painting is signed by the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Al Fresco Dinner
By Christo Sharpe
Located in Deddington, GB
Al Fresco Dinner [2021] original Oil on canvas Image size: H:46 cm x W:61 cm Complete Size of
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Al Fresco Dinner
Al Fresco Dinner
$1,292
H 18.12 in W 24.02 in D 0.79 in
A Pirates Dinner
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas Dimensions: 22.00" x 16.00" Signature: Signed Lower Right Contact for exact
Category

20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A Pirates Dinner
A Pirates Dinner
$1,000
H 1 in W 1 in
Dinner with Friends
By Haddon Hubbard Sundblom
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Date: 1950s Medium: Oil on Canvas Dimensions: 20.00" x 16.00" Signature: Unsigned Color study
Category

1950s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Villa After Dark" realist nocturne painting of Italian farmhouse & dinner party
By Carl Bretzke
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Villa After Dark" is a realist nocturne painting of Italian farmhouse & dinner party under the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Linen, Oil

Reading a Letter by the Dinner Table - Figurative in Oil on Canvas
Located in Soquel, CA
Reading a Letter by the Dinner Table - Figurative in Oil on Canvas Soft and detailed scene of a
Category

1970s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

'The Family Dinner', Thanksgiving, Christmas, Festive Reunion, Large Naive Oil
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
signed, verso, and titled, 'The Family Dinner'. A substantial, American oil painting showing a family
Category

1990s Folk Art Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

The Dinner Table
By Danny Heller
Located in Fairfield, CT
identity, I play with lighting, dramatic angles, and specific colors to form engaging paintings that also
Category

2010s American Realist Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"The forester's dinner"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
The painting "Forester's Dinner" was painted in 2022 during the war in Ukraine. It is the only
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"The forester's dinner"
"The forester's dinner"
$1,850
H 23.63 in W 11.82 in D 0.6 in
Old World Shabbat Dinner
By J. R. Schwartz
Located in Surfside, FL
Mid century modern Judaic oil painting, depicting classical Shabbat celebration. It's vivid color
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

dinner of the lions
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas
Category

Early 20th Century Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

dinner of the lions
dinner of the lions
$1,594
H 25.99 in W 37.8 in D 0.79 in
Stern News After Dinner
By Dean Cornwell
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Date: 1919 Medium: Oil on Canvas Dimensions: 26.00" x 40.00" Signature: Signed and Dated
Category

1910s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"I Will Take You to Dinner in Sofia"(2021) by Brian Keith Stephens, Original Oil
By Brian Keith Stephens
Located in Denver, CO
"I Will Take You to Dinner in Sofia" is an original oil painting by Brian Keith Stephens. It
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Wax, Oil, Birch

Dinner Set - Expressive Abstract Colorful Mixed Media Dining Still Life Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Valerie Etitinwo's unique approach to abstract figurative painting celebrates the unconventional
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic

TV Dinner - Ham
By Terry Thompson
Located in Fairfield, CT
travel, I hunt for signs, so many of my paintings chronical my travels. I’ve painted signs from Oregon
Category

2010s Photorealist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

TV Dinner - Ham
$7,200
H 30 in W 40 in D 1 in
"After Dinner Chit-Chat, Thanksgiving, Presidential Mansion"
By Frank J. Reilly
Located in Fort Washington, PA
the primary methods of oil paint organization. Reilly studied with Frank DuMond at the Art Students
Category

1940s Other Art Style Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Austrian Folk Saying Grace Before Dinner
Located in San Francisco, CA
than six centuries of Hapsburg rule. The subjects of this reverential painting appear to be members of
Category

Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Oil

Tiffany Dea "Dinner Scene" Modern Surrealist Signed Oil On Panel
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Tiffany Dea "Dinner Scene" modern surrealist. Signed lower right. Oil on panel. 40" by 32" unframed
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings

Materials

Paint

TV Dinner, Fried Chicken
By Terry Thompson
Located in Fairfield, CT
travel, I hunt for signs, so many of my paintings chronical my travels. I’ve painted signs from Oregon
Category

2010s Photorealist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

  • 1
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Oil Paintings Dinner", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Oil Paintings Dinner For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate oil paintings dinner for your needs in our varied inventory. You can easily find an example made in the Contemporary style, while we also have 5 Contemporary versions to choose from as well. Finding the perfect oil paintings dinner may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding an oil paintings dinner to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — find a piece on 1stDibs that incorporates elements of brown, gray, black, blue and more. Creating an oil paintings dinner has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Jonelle Summerfield, Alex Lazard, Charles Choi, Dean Cornwell and Stevan Dohanos are consistently popular. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in oil paint, paint and fabric.

How Much is a Oil Paintings Dinner?

The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — an oil paintings dinner in our inventory may begin at $566 and can go as high as $185,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,250.

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 Paintings Dinner
  • 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 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.
  • 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 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.