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Shanghai Pastoral, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Igor Shulman
Located in Yardley, PA
oil colors on canvas of high quality. Painted in a traditional way-brushes and palette knife. The size
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2010s Realist Paintings

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Oil

Shanghái
Located in ARANJUEZ, ES
« I believe painting is all about gesture and flow. Painting is nowness. » An abstract painting
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Crayon, Ink, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic

Shanghái
Shanghái
H 38.59 in W 38.59 in D 1.19 in
Lost in Shanghai
By Victoria Veedell
Located in Napa, CA
"The paintings in the “Lost in Shanghai” series were inspired by a springtime visit to Shanghai
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2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Lost in Shanghai
H 48 in W 36 in D 2.5 in
The Bund at Shanghai
By Annie Puybareau
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
Signed lower left. Annie graduated in 1975 from the School of Fine Art (Beaux Arts) in Rouen, France, and carries on the fine lineage of Ecole de Rouen painters. Annie is one of t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

The Bund at Shanghai
H 19.5 in W 25.5 in D 2 in
The Bund in Shanghai in 1927
By Jove Wang
Located in Pasadena, CA
Provenance Acquired by the gallery directly from the artist FRAMED: 45" x 59" x 2.5" UNFRAMED: 34" x 48"
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2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Mid Century Figurative Seascape, Shanghai Floating Market
Located in Soquel, CA
markets of Shanghai. All three figures wear traditional hats. Signed "C.C. Chan" lower right. Displayed
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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Go Astray, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, leaves, animals, realism, oil painting, greenGo AstrayGuigen ZhaOil painting on
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21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Animal Paintings

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Oil

Dreamland. White, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, water, reflection, calm, tranquil, peaceful, nature, animals, realism, oil painting, green
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21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Animal Paintings

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Oil

Dreamland. Black, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, water, reflection, calm, tranquil, peaceful, nature, animals, nature, realism, oil painting, green
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21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Dreamland. Brown, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, oil painting, greenDreamland. BrownGuigen ZhaOil painting on stretched canvas
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21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Animal Paintings

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Oil

Red, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
painting, greenRedGuigen ZhaOil painting on stretched canvasPainting wraps around
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21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Red, Oil Painting
Red, Oil Painting
H 14 in W 11 in D 1.5 in
Breeze, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, flowers, vertical realism, petals, plants, petal, realism, flora, realism, oil painting, green
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21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings

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Oil

Breeze, Oil Painting
Breeze, Oil Painting
H 14 in W 11 in D 1.5 in
Blooming, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, vertical realism, petals, plants, petal, realism, flora, realism, oil painting, greenBlooming
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21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

In the Rain, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, ripples, leaves, nature, animals, nature, realism, oil paintingIn the RainGuigen Zha
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21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Waterfall in Glacier" Oil painting
By Calvin Liang
Located in Denver, CO
Calvin Liang's (US based) "Waterfall in Glacier" is an oil painting that depicts a waterfall
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Ink” No1, Abstract Oil Painting, 2024
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
artwork Exhibitions 2023 Solo Exhibition, Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture Institute,Shanghai, China
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Ink” No1, Abstract Oil Painting, 2024
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
artwork Exhibitions 2023 Solo Exhibition, Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture Institute,Shanghai, China
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Red Mountain, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, realism, flora, realism, oil painting, redRed MountainGuigen ZhaOil painting on
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21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Puzzle" No8, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
artwork Exhibitions 2023 Solo Exhibition, Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture Institute,Shanghai, China
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Puzzle" No8, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
"Puzzle" No8, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
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H 51.19 in W 63.78 in D 0.79 in
"Puzzle" No7, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
artwork Exhibitions 2023 Solo Exhibition, Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture Institute,Shanghai, China
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Puzzle" No7, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
"Puzzle" No7, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
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H 51.19 in W 38.19 in D 0.79 in
"Puzzle" No12, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
artwork Exhibitions 2023 Solo Exhibition, Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture Institute,Shanghai, China
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Puzzle" No12, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
"Puzzle" No12, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
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"Puzzle" No11, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
artwork Exhibitions 2023 Solo Exhibition, Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture Institute,Shanghai, China
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Escaping, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, flowers, vertical realism, petals, plants, petal, realism, flora, realism, oil painting, green
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21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings

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Oil

"Puzzle" No6, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
artwork Exhibitions 2023 Solo Exhibition, Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture Institute,Shanghai, China
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Puzzle" No6, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
"Puzzle" No6, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
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H 76.38 in W 51.19 in D 0.79 in
"Puzzle" No5, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
artwork Exhibitions 2023 Solo Exhibition, Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture Institute,Shanghai, China
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Puzzle" No5, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
"Puzzle" No5, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
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H 51.19 in W 76.38 in D 0.79 in
"Puzzle" No3, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
artwork Exhibitions 2023 Solo Exhibition, Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture Institute,Shanghai, China
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Puzzle" No3, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
"Puzzle" No3, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
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H 51.19 in W 38.19 in D 0.79 in
"Puzzle" No1 , Absrtact Oil Painting, 2019
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
artwork Exhibitions 2023 Solo Exhibition, Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture Institute,Shanghai, China
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Puzzle" No1 , Absrtact Oil Painting, 2019
"Puzzle" No1 , Absrtact Oil Painting, 2019
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H 51.19 in W 38.19 in D 0.79 in
"Puzzle" No2, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
artwork Exhibitions 2023 Solo Exhibition, Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture Institute,Shanghai, China
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Puzzle" No2, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
"Puzzle" No2, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2018
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Recovery II, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, poetic, oilpaint, flowers, realism, virtual realism, vertical, flora, realism, oil painting, green
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21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Still-life Paintings

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Oil

Out of the Wall, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, architecture, flora, modern , oil painting, blueOut of the WallGuigen ZhaOil painting on
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Interior Paintings

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Oil

Sagres Ship Portrait signed oil painting
By Louis Letouche
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Sagres, 1937 by Louis Letouche (French 1924-2015) oil painting on linen canvas, stretched over
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1990s Realist Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Memory Landscape no7 - Oil Absrtact Painting, 2020
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
An upcoming exhibition of oil paintings by Hsu Tung Lung at the Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Memory Landscape no130 Oil Absrtact Painting, 2022
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
artwork An upcoming exhibition of oil paintings by Hsu Tung Lung at the Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Memory Landscape no19 Oil Absrtact Painting, 2019
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
An upcoming exhibition of oil paintings by Hsu Tung Lung at the Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

"Pine Tree" No2 , Absrtact Oil Painting, 2023
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
artwork Exhibitions 2023 Solo Exhibition, Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture Institute,Shanghai, China
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Pine Tree" No2 , Absrtact Oil Painting, 2023
"Pine Tree" No2 , Absrtact Oil Painting, 2023
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H 28.55 in W 23.82 in D 0.79 in
"Pine Tree" No1 , Absrtact Oil Painting, 2023
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
artwork Exhibitions 2023 Solo Exhibition, Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture Institute,Shanghai, China
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Pine Tree" No1 , Absrtact Oil Painting, 2023
"Pine Tree" No1 , Absrtact Oil Painting, 2023
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Memory Landscape no33 Oil Absrtact Painting, 2021
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
An upcoming exhibition of oil paintings by Hsu Tung Lung at the Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

Memory Landscape no3 - Oil Absrtact Painting, 2020
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
An upcoming exhibition of oil paintings by Hsu Tung Lung at the Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Memory Landscape no111 Oil Absrtact Painting, 2022
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
An upcoming exhibition of oil paintings by Hsu Tung Lung at the Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Memory Landscape no33 - Oil Absrtact Painting, 2021
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
An upcoming exhibition of oil paintings by Hsu Tung Lung at the Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Memory Landscape no99 Oil Absrtact Painting, 2022
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
An upcoming exhibition of oil paintings by Hsu Tung Lung at the Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Memory Landscape no100 Oil Absrtact Painting, 2022
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
An upcoming exhibition of oil paintings by Hsu Tung Lung at the Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Memory Landscape no19 Oil Absrtact Painting, 2019
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
An upcoming exhibition of oil paintings by Hsu Tung Lung at the Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Memory Landscape no9 - Oil Absrtact Painting, 2021
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
An upcoming exhibition of oil paintings by Hsu Tung Lung at the Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Memory Landscape no7 - Oil Absrtact Painting, 2020
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
An upcoming exhibition of oil paintings by Hsu Tung Lung at the Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Memory Landscape no1 - Oil Absrtact Painting, 2019
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
An upcoming exhibition of oil paintings by Hsu Tung Lung at the Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Memory Landscape no130 Oil Absrtact Painting, 2022
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
artwork Exhibitions 2019 Solo Exhibition, Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture Institute, Shanghai, China
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Memory Landscape no111 Oil Absrtact Painting, 2022
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
artwork Exhibitions 2019 Solo Exhibition, Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture Institute, Shanghai, China
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Memory Landscape no111 Oil Absrtact Painting, 2022
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
artwork Exhibitions 2019 Solo Exhibition, Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture Institute, Shanghai, China
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Cornwall - Textural Abstract Boho Original Oil Painting
By Susan Washington
Located in Los Angeles, CA
thought-provoking. This one-of-a-kind 48-inch tall by 36-inch wide oil artwork on canvas is wired and
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Sunflower Field-Original Impressionism landscape oil painting-contemporary Art
By Denis Ribas
Located in London, Chelsea
"Sunflower Field" by Denis Ribas is a breathtaking original French Impressionism landscape painting
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Vines Garden-original impressionism landscape oil painting-contemporary Art
By Denis Ribas
Located in London, Chelsea
"Vines Garden" by Denis Ribas is a masterful original French Impressionism landscape painting that
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

"Abstract Garden" No7, Absrtact Oil Painting, 2017
By Hsu Tung Lung
Located in London, GB
artwork Exhibitions 2023 Solo Exhibition, Shanghai Oil Painting Sculpture Institute,Shanghai, China
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Acrylic

Sagres II Ship Portrait 20th Century, signed oil painting
By Louis Letouche
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Sagres II, 1937 by Louis Letouche (French 1924-2015) oil painting on linen canvas, stretched over
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1990s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Iris Field-Original impressionism floral landscape oil painting-contemporary Art
By Denis Ribas
Located in London, Chelsea
"Iris Field" by Denis Ribas is a captivating original French Impressionism landscape painting that
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Large Rigoberto Mena Contemporary Cuban Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
By Rigoberto Mena
Located in Surfside, FL
"Grey". Oil/Acrylic on Canvas. Signature lower right Image: 39.5" x 39.5". Framed: 41" x 41
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20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Important "The Victim" Avant Garde 1947 Judaica Expressionist Oil Painting
By Yonia Fain
Located in Surfside, FL
oil painting’s subject is predominantly abstract, there is a faint echo of a figural shape at its
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1940s Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Autumn Morning - Oil Painting Colors Red White Blue Brown Green
By Danielle Le Bricquir
Located in Sofia, BG
: TECHNIQUE: Oil painting STYLE: Contemporary Edition : Unique, signed Weight: Approximately 3 kg. Dear art
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2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Jewish Mexican Avant Garde Fiesta of Guadalupe Expressionist Oil Painting
By Yonia Fain
Located in Surfside, FL
Dimensions: Yonia Fain Oil, 1947 Although this oil painting’s subject is predominantly abstract, there is
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1940s Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Race againts a shadow - XXI Century Figurative Oil Painting, Monochromatic
Located in Warsaw, PL
PAWEŁ SKURSKI (born in 1978) He graduated from the Faculty of painting and sculpture of the Academy
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Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

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Oil Paintings Shanghai For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact oil paintings shanghai you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. There are many Contemporary and Impressionist versions of these works for sale. You’re likely to find the perfect oil paintings shanghai among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those made as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right oil paintings shanghai for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, black and gray. There have been many interesting oil paintings shanghai examples over the years, but those made by Victoria Veedell, Annie Puybareau, Virginia Rogers and Jove Wang are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in canvas, fabric and oil paint.

How Much is a Oil Paintings Shanghai?

The price for an oil paintings shanghai in our collection starts at $475 and tops out at $24,000 with the average selling for $3,749.

Finding the Right paintings for You

Painting is an art form that has spanned innumerable cultures, with artists using the medium to tell stories, explore and communicate ideas and express themselves. To bring abstract, landscape and still-life paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.

When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.

Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs. Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.

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Questions About Oil Paintings Shanghai
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021
    Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.

    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.

    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Cy Twombly did use oil paint, although his method was quite unique. He would run his fingers in the paint to create channels, and would then use oil paint in ‘globs’. House paint overtop would then merge the paints into a completed piece. Shop a selection of Cy Twombly’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

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