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Sailboat, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Iryna Kastsova
Located in Yardley, PA
The sailboat runs under the midday sun, the crew processes the sails. Golden light is reflected
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sea. Sailboat, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Inspired by love for the sea, the sunny coast of Jurmala, where I live. Painting in positive
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Waterways (Lysekil, Sweden), 1930s Large Framed Seascape Landscape Oil Painting
By Carl Lindin
Located in Denver, CO
Waterways is an original 1920s-1930s signed framed oil painting of sailboats in off the coast of
Category
1920s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 30.25 in W 36.5 in D 1.25 in
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
"Catboat, Martha's Vineyard" oil painting of a sailboat against pink sunset
By Larry Horowitz
Located in Edgartown, MA
“People sometimes ask me how I start a painting. Starting a painting is easy. I just put down two
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Sailboat" contemporary impressionist oil painting of boat on the beach, summer
By Ben Fenske
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Sailboat" is a contemporary impressionist oil painting of boat on the beach, in summer. Painted en
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mid-Century Sailboats Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Striking mid-century painting of pair of sailboats by French artist M. Charco, 1961. Signed by
Category
1960s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sailboat of Time, Mythscape, Heritage, Ancient Indian Art, Oil Painting "In Stock"
By Amitabh Sengupta
Located in Kolkata, West Bengal
Amitabh Sengupta - Sailboat of Time - 60 x 60 inches (unframed size)
Oil on canvas
** This work
Category
Early 2000s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
"Sailing Across the Atlantic" Realist Oil Painting on Wood Panel of Sailboat
By George Nemethy
Located in New York, NY
inspiration and teachings. George is known for his pastoral miniature sail boat oil paintings. As a 20th
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Sailing Blues" oil painting of a sailboat on the water in shades of blue
By Larry Horowitz
Located in Edgartown, MA
“People sometimes ask me how I start a painting. Starting a painting is easy. I just put down two
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage Coastal Inlet With Sailboats Seascape Landscape Oil Painting 1970
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
decorative and pleasing piece.
Coastal inlet oil on canvas set in a thin black wood frame
Category
1970s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
'Seascape with Sailboat' original oil painting attributed to Edna McKeage
Located in Milwaukee, WI
'Seascape with Sailboat' is a small original oil painting attributed to American artist Edna
Category
1890s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
The Departure of the Sailboats - Oil On Canvas Hansigned
By Jean Jacques Rene
Located in Paris, FR
Jean-Jacques RENÉ
The Departure of the Sailboats
Original oil painting on canvas
Hansigned
37.9 x
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Tranquil Sailing" Realist Oil Painting on Canvas Board of Sailboat in Open Sea
By George Nemethy
Located in New York, NY
teachings. George is known for his pastoral miniature sail boat oil paintings. As a 20th century artist he
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
Fishermen and Sailboats Seascape Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in New York, NY
Vintage (20th Century) oil painting of fishermen ashore with their boats, looking out over an ocean
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
"Le Grand Voilier" photorealist oil painting, bow of sailboat, tall ship behind
By Michel Brosseau
Located in Edgartown, MA
today,” says Brosseau. The French artist is known for his nautical paintings and draws inspiration from
Category
2010s Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Gordon Hope Grant Seascape SalmagundiClub Marine Sailboat Oil Painting 1875-1962
By Gordon Hope Grant
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
"The Barque"
oil/canvas 25.25 x 30 image
The painting is lined and would benefit from a cleaning
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 32.5 in W 38.5 in D 3.5 in
Robert Meyers, "Snake Hill", 24x24 Saratoga Summer Lake Sailboat Oil Painting
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This piece, "Snake Hill", is a 24x24 oil painting on canvas by artist Robert Meyers. Featured is a
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sailboats
By Maurice Green
Located in West Hollywood, CA
the first presentation of the paintings of Maurice Green since his death in 1993.
"Sailboats ”, is
Category
1980s Cubist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Sailing on the Caribbean" Realist Oil Painting on Board of Sailboat in Open Sea
By George Nemethy
Located in New York, NY
teachings. George is known for his pastoral miniature sail boat oil paintings. As a 20th century artist he
Category
Early 2000s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
Jan Andre Perroud Nude Painting with Reverse Oil-Painting Of A Sailboat Scene
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
front. The rear side has a charming sailboat scene.
The painting is from 1949 and is painted in a
Category
Mid-20th Century French Romantic Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 37.8 in W 45.28 in D 1.97 in
"The Crew" oil painting of three sailors on the boom of a sailboat on the ocean
By Michel Brosseau
Located in Edgartown, MA
today,” says Brosseau. The French artist is known for his nautical paintings and draws inspiration from
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Sailing After the Storm" Realist Oil Painting on Board of Sailboat in Open Sea
By George Nemethy
Located in New York, NY
pastoral miniature sail boat oil paintings. As a 20th century artist he was greatly inspired when he was
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
"Sailing at Dusk" Realist Oil Painting on Canvas Board of Sailboat in Open Sea
By George Nemethy
Located in New York, NY
pastoral miniature sail boat oil paintings. As a 20th century artist he was greatly inspired when he was
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
"Sailing in the Afternoon" Realist Oil Painting on Board of Sailboat in Open Sea
By George Nemethy
Located in New York, NY
miniature sail boat oil paintings. As a 20th century artist he was greatly inspired when he was young by
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas, Board
"Sailing at Sunset" Realist Oil Painting on Canvas Board of Sailboat in Open Sea
By George Nemethy
Located in New York, NY
pastoral miniature sail boat oil paintings. As a 20th century artist he was greatly inspired when he was
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board, Canvas
H 12.5 in W 11.5 in D 0.75 in
"Beach Scene with Figures and Sailboats" Impressionistic Oil Painting in Holland
Located in New York, NY
in the sand. Some figures are by the water with sailboats as kids play in the distance. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 24.75 in W 32.75 in D 1.5 in
Sailboats and Sailing Ship in Seascape early 20th Century Oil Painting Framed
Located in Stockholm, SE
. Antique oil painting on artistic (paper) board, signed lower right Th. Lindh, framed.
Size app.: 46.7 x
Category
Early 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil, Cardboard
Signed Sailboat Seascape Mid Century Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Countryside, IL
Signed sailboat seascape mid century oil painting on canvas
This piece measures: 37.5 wide x 1.5
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
"Sailboats"
By Nahum Tschacbasov
Located in Southampton, NY
A beautiful small oil on canvas painting by the Russian/American artist Nahum Tschacbasov. Unframed
Category
1970s Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sailboats
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A large, high key work by one of our most bright young artists Svetlana Verbovskaya. A varied and complex use of textures, Verbovskaya invites us into to a day at the beach in this ...
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Sailing on the Open Seas" Realist Oil Painting on Board of Sailboat in Open Sea
By George Nemethy
Located in New York, NY
pastoral miniature sail boat oil paintings. As a 20th century artist he was greatly inspired when he was
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
Sailboats in the Swedish Archipelago Painting by Justus Lundegård, Oil on Canvas
Located in Stockholm, SE
style.
In this painting, we can see his later talent for painting white light and a crisp poetry in the
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Alabama Looking On" a photorealist oil painting, shore horizon with sailboats
By Michel Brosseau
Located in Edgartown, MA
today,” says Brosseau. The French artist is known for his nautical paintings and draws inspiration from
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Linen
Sailing Boat, Abstract and colorful oil painting on canvas, sailboat, blue sky
By Toni Franovic
Located in Dallas, TX
and painting field work at the same Academy of Fine Arts (Legrad, Brač, Hvar, Mljet...).
He is a
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
H 39.38 in W 47.25 in D 0.79 in
1930 Oil Painting Sea Side Sailboats American Modernist WPA Artist Morris Kantor
By Morris Kantor
Located in Surfside, FL
right
Oil on canvas
22 1/4 x 19 1/4 inches
24 1/2 x 21 (frame)
Morris Kantor (Belarusian: Морыс Кантор
Category
1930s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sea. Sailboat
Located in Sempach, LU
"In this oil painting, I've infused the canvas with the tranquil yet invigorating spirit of the sea
Category
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Voiliers, sailboats
By KOKO HOVAGUIMIAN
Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA
'Voiliers' (Sailboats), oil on canvas. Artist signed lower right and certificate of authenticity is
Category
2010s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
“Abstract Sailboats”
By William Katz
Located in Southampton, NY
Fabulous original mid century modern oil on canvas painting by the well known New York artist
Category
1950s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Large Mid-Century Sailboat Painting
Located in Redding, CT
Large mid century oil on canvas of Sailboats. Tranquil setting of two sailboats drifting in a large
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Blue Boats on Pink (sailing teal sailboat art sea patterns square oil painting)
By Dan Pelonis
Located in Quebec, Quebec
history with modernity. Working within the pop aesthetic Dan’s painting explores the degradation and
Category
2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
H 12 in W 12 in D 1.5 in
Blue Boats on Pink (sailing teal sailboat art sea patterns square oil painting)
By Dan Pelonis
Located in Quebec, Quebec
history with modernity. Working within the pop aesthetic Dan’s painting explores the degradation and
Category
2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
H 12 in W 12 in D 1.5 in
Surf & Sailboat
By Stephen Wright
Located in Fairfield, CT
futile yet exciting about capturing the effect of water in a painting. There is no start or end point
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sailboat Seascape
Located in Soquel, CA
Beautifully rendered seascape of a sailboat full of small figures out at sea on glassy water with
Category
Late 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Moored Sailboats", Willi Bauer, Oil/Canvas, 27x31, Impressionist Seascape
By Willi Bauer
Located in Dallas, TX
garden parties and rustic villages. His paintings are composed of all aspects of life from depictions of
Category
1980s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Victor Olsen Sunset Scene of Sailboats Oil on Canvas
Located in Redding, CT
Victor Olsen sunset scene of sailboats oil on canvas. Classic nautical scene. Nicely framed.
Victor
Category
Mid-20th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
20th C. Docked Sailboats Impressionist Painting, Oil on Canvas, Anatoly Shlapak
Located in Morristown, NJ
Anatoly Shlapak (Ukrainian, 1929-2014), Impressionist style oil on canvas "Docked Sailboats
Category
1990s North American American Classical Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
H 40.5 in W 35.5 in D 2 in
"Sailboats, Brittany" , France Oil cm. 65 x 54 1930
By Henry Maurice CAHOURS
Located in Torino, IT
Sailboats, Ocean, France , grey, blue, azure,landscape France
Henry Maurice CAHOURS (Paris, 1889
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 28.35 in W 32.68 in
Still Life with Nike and Sailboat - Oil Painting with 23K Gold Leaf Backdrop
By Helen Oh
Located in Chicago, IL
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Helen Oh
Still Life with Nike and Sailboat
oil and gold leaf on panel
30h x 24w in
76.20h x 60.96w cm
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
Seascape with Sailboats
Located in Austin, TX
A vivid seascape with sailboats in a palette of blue, green and yellow. The center of the
Category
Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pair of 19th Century Sailboat Oil Paintings Signed A Michel for E. Galien-Laloue
By Eugene Galien-Laloue
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a study, living room or den with this beautiful and colorful pair of antique oil on canvas
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
H 33.5 in W 29 in D 3.25 in
"Stormy Seas”, seascape of small sailboats tossed on the waves, oil on canvas
Located in Nutfield, Surrey
This is an original unique oil painting by the artist. James' concentration on his career as a
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
“The Blue Sailboat”
By Edmund Ernest Kosmowski
Located in Southampton, NY
Oil on canvas painting by the Polish born artist, Ernest Kosmowski. The painting is done with
Category
1960s Post-Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Mid Century Oil Painting Aldolfo De Ferrari Ferrari Female Figure with Sailboat
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid Century Modern original oil on canvas by Argentinian artist Aldolfo De Ferrari Ferrari of a
Category
20th Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 30.75 in W 24.75 in D 1 in
Darling, Oil, Acrylic, Sailboat, Textured, Water, Beach House, Blue, Sailing
By Jason Wright
Located in Riverdale, NY
Darling by Hawaii artist Jason Wright is a textured oil and acrylic painting on wood panel. It is
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic, Wood Panel
Sailboats in Bay, Canada
Located in New Orleans, LA
We originally had the name of the actual bay in Canada this fine painting depicts, but have been
Category
1970s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lake Scene with Sailboat
By Guy Charon
Located in Austin, TX
Impressionist modern painting of a sailboat on a bay. Measures 24 x 30 inches and is framed in a 32
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
“Sailboats off the Coast”
By Franklin D. Briscoe
Located in Southampton, NY
Original oil on academy board by the well known American marine artist, Franklin Dullen Briscoe
Category
1880s Academic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Fiberboard
Sailboat Study No. 1
Located in Fairfield, CT
Massachusetts’ Cuttyhunk Island, the inspiration for many of her paintings.
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Sailboat Study No. 2
Located in Fairfield, CT
Massachusetts’ Cuttyhunk Island, the inspiration for many of her paintings.
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
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Oil Paintings Of Sailboats For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of oil paintings of sailboats for sale on 1stDibs. A selection of these works in the Contemporary, Modern and Post-Impressionist styles can be found today in our inventory. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. You can search the oil paintings of sailboats that we have for sale on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of gray, brown, blue and black. These artworks have been a part of the life’s work for many artists, but the versions made by Larry Horowitz, Michel Brosseau, Fred Calleri, Eleanor Aldrich and Michael Baxte are consistently popular. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and fabric, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
How Much are Oil Paintings Of Sailboats?
The average selling price for oil paintings of sailboats we offer is $2,838, while they’re typically $225 on the low end and $44,500 for the highest priced.
Questions About Oil Paintings Of Sailboats
- 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.
- 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. - 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 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.
- 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, 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.
- 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 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. - 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 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 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
Oils typically command higher prices than acrylic paintings, because they generally require more skill.
- Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 18, 2021The cost of an original oil painting has a very wide range. For emerging new artist could be in the lower end, ranging from the $500 to $10,000 depending on the size and subject matter, for the mid-career artists who are already established, their prices range in the thousands and hundreds of thousands of dollars and lastly the original oil painting art of very established and popular artists that could have auction records in the millions of dollars. In this category are some of the well known examples of the old master paintings and other contemporary artworks.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024The name of the first artist to use oil paints isn't known. However, historians have traced the use of oils back to 7th-century Afghanistan. There, Buddhist artists used oil paintings to produce religious artworks. One of the first artists to be famous for their use of oil paints was Jan van Eyck, a Flemish artist who was active from 1422 to 1441. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To identify an artist's oil painting signature, you can try photographing it with your smartphone and then conducting a reverse image search using a trusted search engine. You can also search for the name and consult trusted online resources to learn more about the artist. If these methods don't result in a successful identification, a certified art appraiser or art dealer may be able to assist you. Shop a range of oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
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Despite the obstacles, the piece’s protagonist navigates the chaos without losing his humanity.
With Works Like ‘Yours Truly,’ Arthur Dove Pioneered Abstract Art in America
New York gallery Hirschl & Adler is exhibiting the bold composition by Dove — who’s hailed as the first American abstract painter — at this year’s Winter Show.
Donald Martiny’s Jumbo Brushstrokes Magnify the Undeniable Personality of Paint
How can a few simple gestures — writ extra, extra, extra large — contain so much beauty and drama?
Patrick Hughes’s 3D Painting Takes Us on a Magical Journey through Pop Art History
The illusions — and allusions — never end in this mind-boggling portrayal of an all-star Pop art show on a beach.
Mid-Century Americans Didn’t Know Antonio Petruccelli’s Name, but They Sure Knew His Art
The New York artist created covers for the nation’s most illustrious magazines. Now, the originals are on display as fine art.
Learn Why There Have Been So Many Great Women Painters
Featuring iconic works by more than 300 female artists, a new book makes a more than compelling case for casting off the patriarchal handcuffs that have bound the art historical canon for far too long.