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“The Fall of Phaeton” Oil On Arched Canvas After Sir Peter Paul Rubens
“The Fall of Phaeton” Oil On Arched Canvas After Sir Peter Paul Rubens

“The Fall of Phaeton” Oil On Arched Canvas After Sir Peter Paul Rubens

By Peter Paul Rubens

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

“The Fall of Phaeton” Oil On Arched Canvas After Sir Peter Paul Rubens (1577 – 1640). This

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Antique Mid-19th Century Neoclassical Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Large Oil on Canvas the Descent from the Cross in the Style of Peter Paul Rubens
Large Oil on Canvas the Descent from the Cross in the Style of Peter Paul Rubens

Large Oil on Canvas the Descent from the Cross in the Style of Peter Paul Rubens

By Peter Paul Rubens

Located in Markington, GB

Oil on canvas ''the Descent from the Cross'' or "La Descente de la Croix" in the style of Peter

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Antique Late 18th Century British Baroque Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

19th Century Oil Painting by Karl von Calzada, 1866
19th Century Oil Painting by Karl von Calzada, 1866

19th Century Oil Painting by Karl von Calzada, 1866

By Peter Paul Rubens

Located in Pasadena, CA

This playful antique Dutch painting is perfect for many interiors. Titled modest maidens, 1866.

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Antique 19th Century Dutch Napoleon III Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Prisoners (After Rubens)
Prisoners (After Rubens)

Prisoners (After Rubens)

By Giancarlo Impiglia

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

. Oil on camouflage. Born in Rome, Impiglia moved to New York in the ‘70s, where he established a

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2010s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Large Oil Painting of Diana the Huntress
Large Oil Painting of Diana the Huntress

Large Oil Painting of Diana the Huntress

$3,770

H 40 in W 67 in D 3 in

Large Oil Painting of Diana the Huntress

By Peter Paul Rubens

Located in London, GB

Lovely Large Oil Painting of Diana the Huntress in ornate Giltwood Frame This PAinting Shows the

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Late 20th Century Unknown Classical Roman Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paint

Oil Painting after Peter Paul Rubens "King David Playing the Harp"
Oil Painting after Peter Paul Rubens "King David Playing the Harp"

Oil Painting after Peter Paul Rubens "King David Playing the Harp"

Located in Vienna, AT

Unknown artist, painting, oil on canvas, after Peter Paul Rubens "King David playing the Harp

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Antique 1890s German Paintings

Materials

Canvas

17th Century Oil Painting Adoration of the magi, follower of Gerard Seghers
17th Century Oil Painting Adoration of the magi, follower of Gerard Seghers

17th Century Oil Painting Adoration of the magi, follower of Gerard Seghers

By Peter Paul Rubens

Located in Pasadena, CA

Large size masterfully painted 17th century oil panting depicting the adoration of the magi

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Antique 17th Century European Other Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

After Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640) - 19th Century Oil, Saint Francis Xavier
After Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640) - 19th Century Oil, Saint Francis Xavier

After Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640) - 19th Century Oil, Saint Francis Xavier

Located in Corsham, GB

Saint Francis Xavier stands with hands crossed, gazing heavenward towards a radiant Christogram that appears amongst the clouds. Saint Francis Xavier was one of the founding members ...

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19th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"The Incredulity Of Saint Thomas” Oil On Canvas After Rubens' Triptych, Circa 18
"The Incredulity Of Saint Thomas” Oil On Canvas After Rubens' Triptych, Circa 18

"The Incredulity Of Saint Thomas” Oil On Canvas After Rubens' Triptych, Circa 18

By Octave-Louis Van Cuyck

Located in Honnelles, WHT

Large oil on canvas, "Jesus presents his wounds to Saint Thomas" or "the disbelief of Saint Thomas

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Antique Early 1800s European Louis XIII Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Escuela flamenca (XVIII) - Dulzura bucólica (a la manera de Peter Paul Rubens)
Escuela flamenca (XVIII) - Dulzura bucólica (a la manera de Peter Paul Rubens)

Escuela flamenca (XVIII) - Dulzura bucólica (a la manera de Peter Paul Rubens)

Located in Sant Celoni, ES

La obra no va firmada Se presenta enmarcada la obra con un marco bastante actual (de hecho la obra va pegada en el plafon del marco) Medidas obra: 14 x 20 cm. Medidas marco: 28 x ...

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Mid-18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Punch Bowl
18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Punch Bowl

18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Punch Bowl

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

bowl is one such example, featuring a central scene adapted from Rubens’s 1597 oil painting The

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Antique 1760s Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

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Early 19th Century Oil on Canvas Portrait after Peter Paul Rubens
Early 19th Century Oil on Canvas Portrait after Peter Paul Rubens

Early 19th Century Oil on Canvas Portrait after Peter Paul Rubens

By Peter Paul Rubens

Located in London, GB

This work is based on Rubens' self-portrait, dated 1623, preserved in the Royal Collection at

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Antique Early 1800s European Paintings

Materials

Canvas

After Rubens

Dimitar HinkovAfter Rubens, 2020

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H 15.75 in W 11.82 in D 0.4 in

After Rubens

By Dimitar Hinkov

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Dimitar Hinkov (1972) lives and works in Germany. He is a contemporary artist with over 50 solo and 70 group exhibitions worldwide.

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2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

PORTRAIT OF PIETER PAUL RUBENS
PORTRAIT OF PIETER PAUL RUBENS

PORTRAIT OF PIETER PAUL RUBENS, Late sec. XVII

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H 34.65 in W 27.76 in

PORTRAIT OF PIETER PAUL RUBENS

Located in Milano, IT

copia coeva del celebre ritratto di Pieter Paul Rubens, documentato nelle collezioni di Cosimo III de

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Late 17th Century Italian School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

17th Century Large Painting, Oil on Canvas "Adoration Of The Magi" After Rubens
17th Century Large Painting, Oil on Canvas "Adoration Of The Magi" After Rubens

17th Century Large Painting, Oil on Canvas "Adoration Of The Magi" After Rubens

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Large and rare painting from the 17th century, "Adoration Of the Magi", after Rubens Frame in red

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Antique 17th Century Belgian Paintings

Materials

Linen

Castor and Pollux II, (after Rubens)
Castor and Pollux II, (after Rubens)

Castor and Pollux II, (after Rubens)

By Elise Ansel

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Ansel makes abstract oil paintings that are derived from Renaissance and Baroque depictions of

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2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Three Graces after Rubens V

Dimitar HinkovThe Three Graces after Rubens V, 2020

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H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 0.4 in

The Three Graces after Rubens V

By Dimitar Hinkov

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Dimitar Hinkov (1972) lives and works in Germany. He is a contemporary artist with over 50 solo and 70 group exhibitions worldwide.

Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Hans Laagland Oil on Wood Neo Barok Follow PP Rubens
Hans Laagland Oil on Wood Neo Barok Follow PP Rubens

Hans Laagland Oil on Wood Neo Barok Follow PP Rubens

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H 39.38 in W 35.44 in D 1.97 in

Hans Laagland Oil on Wood Neo Barok Follow PP Rubens

Located in Diest, Vlaams Brabant

barok realistic paints are inspired by PP Rubens and his techniques Measures: 100 x 90 cm.   Exceptional

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2010s Belgian Other Paintings

Materials

Other

19th Century Oil Painting after Peter Paul Rubens
19th Century Oil Painting after Peter Paul Rubens

19th Century Oil Painting after Peter Paul Rubens

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H 34.65 in W 27.96 in D 2.37 in

19th Century Oil Painting after Peter Paul Rubens

By Peter Paul Rubens

Located in London, GB

After Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640). "Le triomphe de la verité". Oil on canvas, in a carved

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Antique 19th Century Dutch Baroque Paintings

The Garden of Love" After Peter Paul Rubens Baroque Renaissance Oil Painting
The Garden of Love" After Peter Paul Rubens Baroque Renaissance Oil Painting

The Garden of Love" After Peter Paul Rubens Baroque Renaissance Oil Painting

By Peter Paul Rubens

Located in Dayton, OH

The Garden of Love" After Peter Paul Rubens Baroque Renaissance oil painting 20th century

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20th Century Baroque Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

''the Supper at Emmaus'' Peter Paul Rubens Oil on Oak Panel
''the Supper at Emmaus'' Peter Paul Rubens Oil on Oak Panel

''the Supper at Emmaus'' Peter Paul Rubens Oil on Oak Panel

By Peter Paul Rubens

Located in Den Haag, NL

The Supper at Emmaus Beautiful hand painted Oil on Oak panel. In the manner off Peter Paul Rubens

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Antique 1850s Belgian Classical Greek Paintings

Materials

Oak

Big Classical Oil Painting Diana Huntress after Rubens 1880
Big Classical Oil Painting Diana Huntress after Rubens 1880

Big Classical Oil Painting Diana Huntress after Rubens 1880

Located in Potters Bar, GB

You are viewing a wonderful oil painting depicting the classic 'Diana Returning From The Hunt' The

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Antique 1880s Paintings

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Paint

17th Century Oil Painting After Rubens "Adoration of the Magi"
17th Century Oil Painting After Rubens "Adoration of the Magi"

17th Century Oil Painting After Rubens "Adoration of the Magi"

Located in Buxton, GB

This exquisite 17th century oil painting depicts the adoration of the Magi, the original artwork

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Antique 17th Century French Renaissance Revival Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Period Rubens Santoro Style Venice Oil on Panel Picture
Period Rubens Santoro Style Venice Oil on Panel Picture

Period Rubens Santoro Style Venice Oil on Panel Picture

By Eduard Vitali

Located in Roma, IT

Very bright Venice painting oil on panel with frame from early 20th century by a Rubens Santoro

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Early 20th Century Italian International Style Paintings

Materials

Wood

Chinese Contemporary Art by Su Yu - Rubens Sketches

Chinese Contemporary Art by Su Yu - Rubens Sketches

By Su Yu

Located in Paris, IDF

of prestigious art teachers as Shi Liang & Chen Danqing at Oil Painting Institute in Beijing.

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2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

18th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Baroque Rubens and Van Dyck, 1790
18th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Baroque Rubens and Van Dyck, 1790

18th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Baroque Rubens and Van Dyck, 1790

Located in Valladolid, ES

We offer a very interesting work of art, this ,s an excepcional Italian Baroque Oil /canvas

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Antique 1790s Italian Baroque Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Viennese Imperial Porcelain Splendour Plate 'Abduction Of Phoebe And Elaira'
Viennese Imperial Porcelain Splendour Plate 'Abduction Of Phoebe And Elaira'

Viennese Imperial Porcelain Splendour Plate 'Abduction Of Phoebe And Elaira'

By Viennese Imperial Porcelain Manufactory

Located in Vienna, AT

background, image of the 'Abduction of Phoeba and Elaira' based on an oil painting by Peter Paul Rubens, in

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Antique 1820s Austrian Classical Greek Porcelain

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Porcelain

Portrait of Albert and Nikolaus After Sir Peter Paul Rubens Oil Painting Board
Portrait of Albert and Nikolaus After Sir Peter Paul Rubens Oil Painting Board

Portrait of Albert and Nikolaus After Sir Peter Paul Rubens Oil Painting Board

By Peter Paul Rubens

Located in Dayton, OH

A portrait of Albert and Nicholas Rubens after Sir Peter Paul Rubens. The oil painting is on

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Late 20th Century Renaissance Paintings

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Canvas, Paint

Paul HUET - Copy after Rubens
Paul HUET - Copy after Rubens

Paul HUET - Copy after Rubens

By Paul Huet

Located in PARIS, FR

painter with Italian inspiration Pierre Paul Rubens. Our painting is probably a beautiful copy after

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1840s Romantic Figurative Paintings

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Oil

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Madonna Scarsella Paint Oil on canvas Old master 16/17th Century Raffaello Art

Madonna Scarsella Paint Oil on canvas Old master 16/17th Century Raffaello Art

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Ippolito Scarsella, known as Lo Scarsellino (Ferrara, around 1550 - 1620) workshop Altarpiece depicting the Madonna and Child, St. James the Greater and the donor in armour Techniqu...

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16th Century Old Masters Paintings

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Oil

Christ Angels Pietro Da Cortona Paint Oil on canvas Old master 17th Century  Art
Christ Angels Pietro Da Cortona Paint Oil on canvas Old master 17th Century  Art

Christ Angels Pietro Da Cortona Paint Oil on canvas Old master 17th Century Art

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Christ surrounded by angels in the desert Circle of Pietro da Cortona, born as Pietro Berrettini (Cortona 1597 - Rome 1669) Oils on canvas (66 x 50 cm. - in frame 80 x 64 cm.) The ...

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17th Century Old Masters Paintings

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Oil

Diana and Actaeon, a Mannerist painting after Joseph Heintz the Elder
Diana and Actaeon, a Mannerist painting after Joseph Heintz the Elder

Diana and Actaeon, a Mannerist painting after Joseph Heintz the Elder

Located in PARIS, FR

This painting seduced us with its rich colors. Depicting Diana and her companions surprised by Actaeon, it was inspired by an engraving by Aegidius Sadeler II after a painting by Jos...

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17th Century Old Masters Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

The Nativity of Christ
The Nativity of Christ

The Nativity of Christ

Located in Fairlawn, OH

Anonymous 15th Century Italian, Probably Milan area The Nativity of Christ Pigments, ink and gold leaf on vellum Unsigned as is always the case with illuminated manuscripts The Virgi...

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15th Century and Earlier Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Pigment

Angelic Cherubs with Classical Figure in Wilderness Finely Painted Preparatory
Angelic Cherubs with Classical Figure in Wilderness Finely Painted Preparatory

Angelic Cherubs with Classical Figure in Wilderness Finely Painted Preparatory

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Figure with Cherubim in Wilderness Italian School, 17th century oil painting on wood panel framed 13 x 11 inches condition: overall for its age very good, though the work is most lik...

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17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Wood Panel

Madonna and child with angels, circle of Joos Van Cleve, 16th c. Antwerp school
Madonna and child with angels, circle of Joos Van Cleve, 16th c. Antwerp school

Madonna and child with angels, circle of Joos Van Cleve, 16th c. Antwerp school

By Joos van Cleve

Located in PARIS, FR

Madonna and Child with Saint John the Baptist and angels Circle of Joos Van Cleve (1485 – 1541) 16th century Antwerp school Oil on oak panel Dimensions: h. 32 cm (13 in.), w. 28.5 cm...

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16th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

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Oak, Oil

Aristotle Phyllis Spranger 16/17th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master
Aristotle Phyllis Spranger 16/17th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master

Aristotle Phyllis Spranger 16/17th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Bartholomäus Spranger (Antwerp, 1546 – Prague, 1611) workshop Aristotle and Phyllis Oil on canvas 64 x 54 cm In frame 79 x 72 cm The curious subject of this painting, quite...

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16th Century Old Masters Paintings

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Oil

"Portrait of a Lady" - 19th-Century French Framed Antique Woman Oil Painting
"Portrait of a Lady" - 19th-Century French Framed Antique Woman Oil Painting

"Portrait of a Lady" - 19th-Century French Framed Antique Woman Oil Painting

Located in New Orleans, LA

A lovely portrait of a turn-of-the-century elegant woman, perhaps commissioned by a devoted husband (she has a ring on her right hand, which is more common as a wedding ring in north...

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Late 19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Portrait of Lady Caroline Price
Portrait of Lady Caroline Price

Portrait of Lady Caroline Price

By George Romney

Located in Miami, FL

DESCRIPTION: Perhaps the best Romney in private hands. If Vogue Magazine existed in the late 18th century, this image of Lady Caroline Price would be on one of its covers. The e...

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1970s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

HUGE 17thC ITALIAN OLD MASTER OIL PAINTING - KING & COURT FIGURES ROMAN BUILDING
HUGE 17thC ITALIAN OLD MASTER OIL PAINTING - KING & COURT FIGURES ROMAN BUILDING

HUGE 17thC ITALIAN OLD MASTER OIL PAINTING - KING & COURT FIGURES ROMAN BUILDING

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Artist/ School: Italian School, 17th century. Title: A King and Queen before court figures, amidst a classical landscape with Roman columns. Medium: oil painting on canvas, framed ...

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17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Sir Anthony Van Dyck 17th Century Oil Painting Study of a Head of a Man
Sir Anthony Van Dyck 17th Century Oil Painting Study of a Head of a Man

Sir Anthony Van Dyck 17th Century Oil Painting Study of a Head of a Man

By Anthony van Dyck

Located in London, GB

Sir Anthony Van Dyck (1599-1641, Flemish) Study of a Head of Man Circa 1627-32, Van Dyck’s second Antwerp period Oil on paper, laid down on canvas Dimensions 15 x 14 inches (38.1 x 3...

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17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Virgin Madonna Mater Dolorosa Reni 17th Centutr Paint Oil on canvas Old master
Virgin Madonna Mater Dolorosa Reni 17th Centutr Paint Oil on canvas Old master

Virgin Madonna Mater Dolorosa Reni 17th Centutr Paint Oil on canvas Old master

By Guido Reni (Bologna, 1575 - 1642)

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

The workshop of Guido Reni (Bologna, 1575 - Bologna, 1642) The Virgin at Prayer (or Mater dolorosa) Oil on canvas 77 x 64 cm, framed 97 x 83 cm. The Madonna of our canvas is depict...

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17th Century Old Masters Paintings

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Oil

Huge 18th Century Italian Oil Painting Shipping in Merchant Port Many Figures
Huge 18th Century Italian Oil Painting Shipping in Merchant Port Many Figures

Huge 18th Century Italian Oil Painting Shipping in Merchant Port Many Figures

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

The Merchants Port Italian School, 18th century oil painting on canvas, framed framed: 37 x 58 inches canvas: 32 x 52 inches provenance: private collection, UK condition: very good a...

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18th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Pablo Picasso, "Grand Tête" original linocut in colors, hand signed
Pablo Picasso, "Grand Tête" original linocut in colors, hand signed

Pablo Picasso, "Grand Tête" original linocut in colors, hand signed

By Pablo Picasso

Located in Chatsworth, CA

Grand Tête, Portrait of Jacqueline with sleek hair Color linocut printed in beige, yellow, red, blue, and black on cream wove paper with Arches watermark Numbered 14/50 from the edit...

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1960s Modern Portrait Prints

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Linocut

17th Century Large Italian Old Master Oil Christ and the Penitent Canaanite
17th Century Large Italian Old Master Oil Christ and the Penitent Canaanite

17th Century Large Italian Old Master Oil Christ and the Penitent Canaanite

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

17th Century Italian School Christ and the Canaanite Woman oil on canvas, framed Framed: 30.5 x 35 inches in an antique gilt 'hollow' frame. Canvas: 24 x 29 inches Provenance: priv...

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17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Emanuel Oberhauser “Mermaids and Nymphs” An Exceptional Oil on Canvas Painting
Emanuel Oberhauser “Mermaids and Nymphs” An Exceptional Oil on Canvas Painting

Emanuel Oberhauser “Mermaids and Nymphs” An Exceptional Oil on Canvas Painting

By Emanuel Oberhauser

Located in Queens, NY

Emanuel Oberhauser (Austrian 1854 - 1919) “Mermaids, Neptune and Sea Water Nymphs” An Exceptional Oil on Canvas Painting painted circa 1885. Masterfully painted, this artwork dep...

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19th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

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Oil

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On 1stDibs, there are several options of oil paintings rubens available for sale. Today, if you’re looking for Expressionist editions of these works and are unable to find the perfect match for your home, our selection also includes Abstract. These items have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Oil paintings rubens available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes brown, black, gray, beige and more. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Dimitar Hinkov, Lawrence Fodor, Peter Paul Rubens, Elise Ansel and Tom Bennett are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and canvas, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

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Oil paintings rubens can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $6,500, while the lowest priced sells for $814 and the highest can go for as much as $163,992.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    How much a Rubens painting is worth depends on its size, historical significance, condition and other characteristics. In 2002, Massacre of the Innocents established a new record for the artist's work when it sold for $76.5 million. A Flemish Baroque painter, Peter Paul Rubens painted many Biblical and historical subjects in his signature style, which emphasized his subjects' emotions and dramatic movements. If you own a piece by Rubens, a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can be of assistance during the valuation process. Find a large selection of paintings on 1stDibs.
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    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.
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    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.

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    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.
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    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.
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    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.

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    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, 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 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
    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 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.