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Still Life in Delft by Ginny Williams Still Life Oil Painting with Lemon, Vase
By Ginny Williams
Located in Atlanta, GA
, she creates still life paintings that employ chiaroscuro and symbolism to point beyond themselves to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Linen
Tea with Lemon, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Grace Diehl
Located in Yardley, PA
York. ~~~~~~~~~ I've chosen a few of my Asian props for the subjects of this still life. The lemon is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
BLUE PITCHER WITH LEMON, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Inna Lazarev
Located in Yardley, PA
This painting is all about colors. Light blue ceramic pitcher, ripe yellow lemon, red paper napkin
Category
2010s Other Art Style Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Tea with Lemon", contemporary, still life, yellow, orange, oil painting
By Marcia Wise
Located in Natick, MA
Marcia Wise’s painting, “Tea with Lemon,” is dominated by soft yellows and oranges and is a part of
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Hydrangeas and Carnations with Lemon, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Karen Daigle
Located in Yardley, PA
materials and varnish all my paintings for protection. This painting is unframed. My paintings are packaged
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 11 in W 14 in D 0.3 in
Still Life with Lemons - Oil Painting by Anastasia Kurakina - 2010s
By Anastasia Kurakina
Located in Roma, IT
artist Anastasia Kurakina.
Mixed colored oil painting on canvas.
Good conditions
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 15.75 in W 19.69 in D 0.4 in
Citrus Tree Still Life with Lemon Original Oil Painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
painting "Moroccan dream"
Inspired by my inner journey, I created a series of small still lifes and
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Panel
H 10.63 in W 8.15 in D 1.19 in
Original Oil Painting of a Vibrant Still Life with Lemons and Bottle
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Original Oil Painting of a Vibrant Still Life with Lemons and Bottle
Artist: Roland Pichard
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 14 in W 10.75 in D 1 in
Amaryllis with Lemon / oil on canvas
By Willard Dixon
Located in Burlingame, CA
Amaryllis with Lemon in a white ceramic pot sits atop a white table with river rocks, in this still
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Composition with lemon Cardboard, oil, 31.5x23 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Composition with lemon
Cardboard, oil, 31.5x23 cm
Category
2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
H 12.41 in W 9.06 in D 0.04 in
Branch with Lemons
Located in Zofingen, AG
Branch with Lemons
size: 24.7" x 24.7" (63cm x 63cm), 2023
oil, canvas
- Signed on the front and
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
Brian William - 2021 Oil, Tagine with Lemons
Located in Corsham, GB
Signed and dated to the lower left-hand corner. The title is inscribed on the reverse. On canvas board.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life with Lemons, Cubist Oil on Board Painting by John F. Leonard
Located in Long Island City, NY
Still Life with Lemons (43)
John F. Leonard
American (1921–1987)
Date: circa 1965
Oil on Board
Category
1960s Cubist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Brian William - Contemporary Oil, Daffodils & Lemons with Blue Teapot
Located in Corsham, GB
Still Life, oil on canvas. Signed and dated '23.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 15.95 in W 12.01 in
Grapes and Lemon with Oil Paint on Board, Painting by Kate Verrion
By Kate Verrion
Located in Deddington, GB
Grapes and Lemon By Kate Verrion [2020]
Grapes and Lemons is an original oil painting by Kate
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Still-life Paintings
Materials
Board
H 8.27 in W 10.24 in D 2.17 in
Freediver with Lemon Shark
By Nansi Bielanski
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Like almost all of us, I grew up fearing sharks and hoping never to meet one. We still see it everywhere, the image of the blood-thirsty man eater, stalking us in the shadows. The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil, Wood Panel
'les Citrons' Colourful Abstract Still Life Painting with yellow lemons, red
By Claude Venard
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
'les Citron' by Claude Venard is an abstract colourful tabletop still life painting featuring
Category
20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Still Life with lemons
By Markey Robinson
Located in Douglas, Isle of Man
1940's he had established himself as a talented artist. This painting is oil on canvas textured board
Category
1930s Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 7.5 in W 9.5 in D 1.5 in
Lemon With Scarlet Vase
Located in New Orleans, LA
A wonderful still life by Hall Groat II., whose father is also a notable NY artist. It is painted on canvas mounted on a wood panel, ready for framing. Proudly presented by Guy Lyman...
Category
2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
'Still Life with Lemons and a Green Jug', California Post-Impressionist oil
By Anthony McNaught
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Initialed lower right, 'A.E.M.' for Anthony McNaught (American, born 1952); additionally signed verso, 'Anthony McNaught', titled 'Still Life with Green Jug', and dated 2019.
This C...
Category
2010s Expressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 16 in W 20 in D 0.75 in
Still Life with Lemons, Cruet and Teaspoon - Oil Paint by Marco Fariello - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Still life with lemons, cruet and teaspoon is one of the best works by the artist Marco Fariello
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
H 11.82 in W 15.75 in D 0.04 in
Portrait of Girl in Pink with Lemons, French Mid Century Post-Impressionist Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
painting on canvas, beautifully painted with rick thick impasto oil and bold colors.
very good condition
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage Still Life with Lemons
By James Pollock
Located in Soquel, CA
Still life of an interior with lemons and draped cloth by James Pollock (American, 20th Century
Category
1980s American Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Still life with lemon and oranges - oil, cm. 50 x 47, 1990
By Maya KOPITZEVA
Located in Torino, IT
Still life , blue, yellow , orange ,Russian art,Lemon,
Published in a monographic catalogue
Maya
Category
1990s Post-Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vibrant & Vivid Still life painting 'Yellow Napkin' with lemons, peaches & Bowl
By Mark Lijftogt
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
painting thus started to form the point of departure for what over time would develop into his beautifully
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Still life with lemon and pomegranate
By Simon Kozhin
Located in Zofingen, AG
The fruit on the table is a gliding light on the texture of a lemon, and a peeled peel, translucent
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
Still Life with a Blue Vase, Yellow Lemon, and Orange on a Table French Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Blue Still Life
Guy Nicod (French 1923 - 2021)
gouache on artist paper, unframed
painting : 12.5 x
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still life with milk jug and lemon
Located in Zofingen, AG
painting technique is many-layer. The work is painted from life on a quality 100% linen canvas with oil
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still life with oranges and lemons
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas
Category
Mid-20th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life with Sunflowers. Lemons and Plums
By James Aponovich
Located in Lincoln, MA
process and work on the paintings for longer and intentional periods of time.
As a result, his intense
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Still life with lemon and tea", elegant, neutral, horizontal, classic
Located in Oslo, NO
This traditional still life painting features a tarnished silver teapot at the center, surrounded
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 17.72 in W 24.02 in D 0.6 in
Still Life with Lemons and Pewter, Oil on Canvas, Signed Paul F. Wilson, 24 x 30
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Still Life with Lemons and Pewter, Oil on Canvas, Signed Paul F. Wilson,
signed lower right 'Paul
Category
Vintage 1960s American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 23.5 in W 29.5 in D 2.5 in
'"Composition with Polka Dot Mug, Silver Russian Cup, and Lemons"
By Olga Antonova
Located in Wellesley, MA
Dot Mug, Silver Russian Cup, and Lemons"
Oil on Canvas
10 x 10 Inches
Olga Antonova was born in
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 10 in W 10 in D 0.75 in
"A bright still life with pomegranates and lemons." by Lilia Volskaya
Located in Zofingen, AG
The paintings are drawn with oil on the canvas with stretcher
A bright still life with
Category
2010s Naturalistic Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Lacquer, Oil
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 0.6 in
Mid Century Figurative Floral Still-Life with Bouquet, Lemon, & Self Portrait
By Marjorie Hyman
Located in Soquel, CA
Wonderful mid-century still life of a floral bouquet with self portrait, in a vivid palette and painterly brush strokes, by Marjorie Hyman (American, - 2016), circa 1969. Signed lowe...
Category
1960s American Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
H 30 in W 24 in D 0.33 in
Abstract 20th Century French still life with figs, lemons and a vase of flowers
By Maurice Potier
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Maurice Potier (French, 1926 – 2002)
Oranges, figs, lemons and a vase of flowers
Oil on canvas
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 27.38 in W 23.5 in D 1 in
Still Life with Lemon and Hat - Oil Paste and Chalk Drawing - Late 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Still Life with Lemon and Hat is beautiful original oil pastel and chalk drawing on ivory-colored
Category
Late 19th Century Modern Still-life Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Charcoal
H 22.45 in W 17.52 in D 0.08 in
Still Life With Lemons - 21st Century Contemporary Impasto Oil Painting
Located in Singapore, SG
: Oil on canvas
— Genre: Still Life
— Style: Contemporary Impressionism / Post-Impressionism
— Colour
Category
2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Japanese cup with lemon, original still life oil painting by Tim Snowdon
Located in BUNGENDORE, AU
Original artwork by Tim Snowdon
Japanese cup with lemon, oil on linen, 35cm x 41cm, 2022
A part of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Lemons with bowl & lime, classic still life oil painting by Tim Snowdon
Located in BUNGENDORE, AU
Original artwork by Tim Snowdon
Lemons with bowl and lime, oil on linen, 35.5cm x 40.5cm, 2021
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Still Life with Lemons
By Anton Refregier
Located in Bethesda, MD
c. 1950
Oil on canvas
app. 22" x 30"
Anton Refregier was born March 20, 1905 in Moscow, Russia
Category
1950s Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life With Dried Lemons - 21st Century Contemporay Still Life Oil Painting
Located in Singapore, SG
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— Medium: Oil on canvas
— Genre: Still Life / Abstract
— Style: Contemporary Impressionism / Expressionism
Category
2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Prune Plums With Lemon Leaves
By Denise Mickilowski
Located in New York, NY
Materials
Oil, Panel
Oil on Canvas Painting, Still Life with Lemon by Simka Simkhovitch, 1930
Located in WILMINGTON, CA
Oil on canvas painting - still life with lemon by Simka Simkhovitch, 1930
Simka Simkhovitch
Category
20th Century European Paintings
Materials
Paint
Still Life with Sliced Lemon
By Todd Kelly
Located in New York, NY
Working in oil, spray paint, and collage, Todd Kelly creates geometric, painterly and textured
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Canvas, Oil
Still Life with Lemons and Wine
By David Ligare
Located in London, GB
Original hyperrealist painting by David Ligare.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Studio Still Life with Model, Sunflowers, and Lemons
By Walter Bachinski
Located in Westmount, Montreal
populated with delicate ghost-like nude figures that seem to have emerged from a classical painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Paper
An arrangement with oranges and lemons (after)
By CARL SCHUCH
Located in London, GB
present painting is related to Carl Schuch’s Still life with apples, a wine glass and a pewter jug, c.1876
Category
20th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Still Life with Lemon and Orange - Still Life, Contemporary, Fruit, Abstract
Located in London, GB
Still Life painting of plants and lemon and orange
Oil on paper
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 32.68 in W 23.63 in D 1.97 in
Still Life with Vase of Flowers, Lemons, Chair and Guitar
By Robert de Niro, Sr.
Located in New York, NY
Oil on linen
Category
20th Century Post-War Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Still Life With Lemons by Ginny Williams American Goldfinch Oil Painting
By Ginny Williams
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ginny Williams painting
oil on panel still life
yellow bird with lemons
traditional still life twist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Wood Panel, Oil
"Lemons" realistic still life painting, lemon branch with fruit and leaves
By Daniela Astone
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Lemons" is a realistic oil painting on panel, depicting 2 ripe lemons and their branches resting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Jan Van Looy, Still Life With Ceramics, Onions & Lemons, Oil Painting
By Jan Van Looy
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This painterly mid-20th-century oil painting by Belgian artist Jan Van Looy (1882-1971) depicts a
Category
1940s Dutch School Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Jan Van Looy, Still Life With Ceramics, Onions & Lemons, Oil Painting
By Jan Van Looy
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This painterly mid-20th-century oil painting by Belgian artist Jan Van Looy (1882-1971) depicts a
Category
1940s Dutch School Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Still life with lemons and apples- XXI Century, Contemporary Oil Painting
By Magdalena Spasowicz
Located in Warsaw, PL
MAGDALENA SPASOWICZ Studied painting under prof. Jan Cybis and graphic arts with prof. Tadeusz
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Other Art Style Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1962 Vintage Mid-Century Abstract Framed Oil Painting - Still Life with Lemons
Located in Bristol, GB
Still Life with Lemons
40 x 54 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
A brilliantly executed mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Still Life with Lemons - Oil Paint by Marco Fariello - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
, painted in oil in 2021.
The subject of the work is the representation of a still life, with lemons
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 7.88 in W 11.82 in D 0.04 in
Mary Willett - 1993 Oil, Still Life with Lemons
Located in Corsham, GB
Well presented in a contemporary wood frame. Signed with initials and dated to the lower right. On canvas board.
Category
20th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
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The average selling price for oil paintings with lemons we offer is $1,505, while they’re typically $362 on the low end and $9,000 for the highest priced.
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To 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.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil 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, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To 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. - What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An 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.
- Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You 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, 2024To 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, 2022The 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 ExpertAugust 20, 2024The 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024A 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.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, 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, 2022To 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, 2023Because 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, 2021Any 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, 2022The 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, 2022To 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, 2024Yes, 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.
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After a two-year closure, they Yale Center for British Art opens its doors again, with all sorts of changes to its building and programming.
At 89, Artist Lucio Pozzi Is Reaching New Career Heights
The Italian-American’s 2020 abstract painting “The Hoe” personifies his “art of not knowing.”
The 1stDibs Guide to Types of Abstract Art
Get to know the key movements and artists who have influenced visual culture for more than a century.
With a Show at MoMA, Marlon Mullen Paints Pictures That Are beyond Words
The nonspeaking California artist is having a moment, with vivacious paintings that play on art-magazine covers as well as more mysterious abstractions.
The Vibrant Beauty of Orphist Art Supersedes Its Perplexing Name
This kaleidoscopic early-modern art style has long deserved another look. Now, the Guggenheim museum is doing just that.
The 50 Most Expensive Paintings Ever Sold
Curious about the most expensive paintings in the world? Discover the stories behind these masterpieces as well as the staggering prices they fetched.
Ludwig Bemelmans Captures the Thrilling Sight of Coney Island at Night
The ‘Madeline’ creator and Carlyle Hotel legend was in a New York state of mind in the 1940s when he produced this exuberant and rare oil painting.