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A Wiltshire Sky, Trevor Waugh, Paintings of Wiltshire, Original Oil Paintings
By Trevor Waugh
Located in Deddington, GB
A Wiltshire Sky, Trevor Waugh
Original Contemporary Oil Landscape Painting
Size Unframed : H 60cm
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 27.56 in W 33.47 in D 1.19 in
Claire Wiltshire, Winter Horizon at Shatterford, Original Oil Painting
By Claire Wiltsher
Located in Deddington, GB
Claire Wiltsher
Winter Horizon at Shatterford
Original Oil Painting
Oil Paint on Canvas
Canvas Size
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 1.58 in
J. Strange - 20th Century Oil, Castle Combe, Wiltshire
Located in Corsham, GB
An attractive oil painting by J. Strange, depicting a view in Castle Combe, Wiltshire. Signed to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Afternoon Light over Marridge Hill, Wiltshire
Located in Deddington, GB
setting and the land is filled with a warm glow. This painting was painted plein air in 2015 using oil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Blueberry Sundae - contemporary hyperrealistic flower rose oil painting
Located in London, GB
emphasis on representing depth through shadows, highlights and reflections.
Painting with oil paint applied
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 1.58 in
Tuti Fruiti - contemporary hyperrealistic flower rose oil painting
Located in London, GB
.
Painting with oil paint applied in layers on canvas, Steve works from his home studio in Wiltshire, UK. His
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 1.58 in
Rhubarb and Custard - contemporary hyperrealistic flower rose oil painting
Located in London, GB
emphasis on representing depth through shadows, highlights and reflections.
Painting with oil paint applied
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 1.58 in
Peach Melba- contemporary hyperrealistic flower pink rose oil painting
Located in London, GB
representing depth through shadows, highlights and reflections.
Painting with oil paint applied in layers on
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 1.58 in
European Countryside, winter Castle Combe, UK, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Esam Jlilati
Located in Yardley, PA
one is the beautiful Castle Combe in Wiltshire :: Painting :: Expressionism :: This piece comes
Category
2010s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 18 in W 24 in D 1 in
Zevgolatio - Pointillist Oil on Canvas Modernist Greece Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
in mid-1980s.
His main works were Pointillist railway paintings in oil and semi-abstract, mixed
Category
1980s Pointillist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
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H 10.24 in W 13.78 in
Fine Oil Painting Portrait of an Aristocratic Wigged Gentleman
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of an Aristocrat
European artist, 20th century
oil on canvas, unframed
canvas : 30 x 24
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
No Reserve
H 30 in W 24 in
Large Classical Oil Painting Mythological Biblical Figures in Sky
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
European artist, 20th century
signed oil on canvas, unframed
canvas : 28 x 38 inches
provenance
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
No Reserve
H 28 in W 38 in
Captain James Cook Portrait Large Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Captain James Cookl
European School, late 20th century
painted after an earlier work
oil on canvas
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Enclosure, Original Abstract Painting, Oil and mixed media
By Claire Wiltsher
Located in Deddington, GB
Enclosure [2023} by Claire Wiltsher is an original abstract painting. Oil Paint and mixed media on
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 1.78 in
18th Century portrait oil painting of a boy
By Robert Byng
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
.
Condition: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in ready to hang gallery
Category
18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Debutante - British Victorian oil painting portrait Elsie Elizabeth Ebsworth
By Annie Louisa Swynnerton
Located in London, GB
A late 19th century British Society portrait oil painting of a beautiful young debutante by
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Daughter Reading to Mother - British 1900 Impressionist portrait oil painting
By Philip Wilson Steer
Located in London, GB
This most charming oil painting is attributed to the circle of noted British Impressionist artist
Category
Early 1900s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Shaft of Light, Original Abstract Painting, Oil and mixed media
By Claire Wiltsher
Located in Deddington, GB
Shaft of Light [2023}
Shaft of Light is an original abstract painting by Claire Wiltshire. Oil
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 1.58 in
Hotel d'Aligre, Rouen - Architectural France Normandy Impressionist Oil Painting
By Lord Paul Ayshford Methuen
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
This charming oil on board by Lord Paul Ayshford Methuen RA depicts the Hotel d'Aligre at 30 Rue
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
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H 22.05 in W 16.54 in
Receding Tide (Deal, Kent), Oil Pastel Painting by Pamela Burns, 1998
By Pamela Burns
Located in Kingsclere, GB
Receding Tide (Deal, Kent), Oil Pastel Painting by Pamela Burns B. 1938, 1998
Additional
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel
Large Mythological Classical Oil Painting Winged Angels with Naked Figure in Sky
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Winged Angels
European artist, late 20th century
(possibly a copy after an earlier painting)
oil on
Category
20th Century Baroque Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
No Reserve
H 24 in W 36 in
'Stonehenge at Sunset', Royal Academy, RSBA, Benezit, Wiltshire, Druid, Celtic
By Robert Gallon
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Water Colours and the Royal Institute of Oil Painters.
Gallon's paintings can vary in style and range
Category
Late 19th Century Romantic Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Illustration Board, Watercolor
The Annunciation to the Shepherds - Dutch 17thC art religious oil painting
Located in London, GB
painting with overtones of Rembrandt.
Provenance. Wiltshire estate.
Condition. Oil on canvas, image size
Category
17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Fishermen in a Rocky River Landscape - British Victorian art oil painting
By Frederick William Hulme
Located in London, GB
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Signed and dated lower right.
Provenance. Wiltshire estate.
Condition. Oil on canvas, 28 inches by 24
Category
19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pekingese Portrait - British Art Deco oil painting dog interior animal artist
By George Denholm Armour
Located in London, GB
Wiltshire on 17 February 1949. Some of his paintings are owned by the City of Glasgow, the National Trust
Category
1920s Art Deco Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Waves on the Incoming Tide, Oil Pastel Painting by Pamela Burns, 1997
By Pamela Burns
Located in Kingsclere, GB
Waves on the Incoming Tide, Oil Pastel Painting by Pamela Burns B. 1938, 1997
Additional
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel
London - View Across Blackfriars from the South Bank Impressionist Oil Painting
By Lord Paul Ayshford Methuen
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful c.1950 oil on board by Lord Paul Ayshford Methuen RA depicting a view across
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
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H 19.69 in W 24.41 in
Land Lines, an original abstract landscape, blue oil painting, Semi-Abstract Art
By Laura Rich
Located in Deddington, GB
Land Lines is an original contemporary oil painting inspired by the light and landscape near to
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 47.25 in W 59.06 in D 1.38 in
Orange Sorbet - contemporary hyperrealistic flower orange rose oil painting
Located in London, GB
representing depth through shadows, highlights and reflections.
Painting with oil paint applied in layers on
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 1.58 in
18th Century portrait oil painting of a girl with an orange
By Robert Byng
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
frame which is in excellent condition.
Condition: As with all of our original antique oil paintings
Category
18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Head Portrait of a Dog St. Bernard? Antique English Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
St. Bernard Dog?
English artist, late 19th century
oil on canvas, framed
framed: 19 x 14 inches
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Huge 1800's English Oil Painting Man with Horses Resting Panoramic Country View
By Thomas Barker of Bath
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Pausing for a Rest
English School, circa 1800
the painting is very close to the works of Thomas
Category
Early 19th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
No Reserve
H 29 in W 39 in D 1 in
Portrait on Stage - Red Cape - Scottish 60s art theatrical portrait oil painting
By Doris Zinkeisen
Located in London, GB
This stunning Scottish musical theatrical portrait oil painting is by female artist Doris Zinkeisen
Category
1960s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lord Paul Ayshford Methuen Corsham Court 1957 oil painting Modern British Art
By Lord Paul Ayshford Methuen
Located in London, GB
Paul Ayshford Methuen, 4th Baron Methuen of Corsham (1886 -1974)
Corsham Court
Oil on board
Signed
Category
1950s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Studio - Fine Mid 20th Century Interior Oil on Board Painting Agnew's London
By Lord Paul Ayshford Methuen
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful c.1950 oil on board by Lord Paul Ayshford Methuen RA depicting the artist's studio with
Category
Mid-20th Century Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
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H 20.87 in W 16.93 in
Portrait of an Irish Red Setter Dog - British Victorian animal art oil painting
By George Denholm Armour
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous British Victorian dog portrait oil painting is by noted animal artist George Denholm
Category
Late 19th Century Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of a Young Gentleman - Dutch Old Master 17thC art portrait oil painting
Located in London, GB
This superb Dutch Old Master portrait oil painting is attributed as by a follower of Dutch 17th
Category
1650s Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th Century genre oil painting of a woman & child in a Welsh cottage
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
excellent condition.
Condition: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in
Category
19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 21.5 in W 26.5 in D 3 in
Horses in a Landscape - Scottish 1960's equine art oil painting female artist
By Doris Zinkeisen
Located in London, GB
This superb oil painting of horses is by Scottish female artist Doris Zinkeisen. Painted circa 1960
Category
1960s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Miss Moggy Hennesey on her Hunter - Scottish 60s art horse portrait oil painting
By Doris Zinkeisen
Located in London, GB
.
Signed Doris Zinkeisen lower right.
Provenance. Wiltshire estate.
Condition. Oil on canvas, image size 36
Category
1960s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Blue Reflections - US landscape cityscape oil painting impressionism modern art
By David Farren
Located in London, Chelsea
painting with a sense of vitality. The thoroughfare is illuminated by painted neon lighting that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Board
H 30.32 in W 30.32 in D 1.58 in
Burnt Ochre Field, Oil on Canvas Painting by Pamela Burns, 1986
By Pamela Burns
Located in Kingsclere, GB
Burnt Ochre Field, Oil on Canvas Painting by Pamela Burns B. 1938, 1986
Additional information
Category
20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Qing Dynasty Chinese Reverse Glass Painting
Located in New Orleans, LA
century. Chinese painters and calligraphers began the practice of painting in oil on glass in the mid-18th
Category
19th Century Qing Paintings
Materials
Glass, Oil
Estuary At Low Tide, Oil on Canvas Painting by Pamela Burns, 2024
By Pamela Burns
Located in Kingsclere, GB
Estuary At Low Tide, Oil on Canvas Painting by Pamela Burns B. 1938, 2024
Additional information
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Oil and Pumice on Canvas 'Untitled (Orange)' Painting by Pamela Burns, 1990
By Pamela Burns
Located in Kingsclere, GB
Oil and Pumice on Canvas 'Untitled (Orange)' Painting by Pamela Burns B. 1938, 1990
Additional
Category
20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Oil and Sand on Canvas 'Traces (II)' Painting by Pamela Burns, 1993
By Pamela Burns
Located in Kingsclere, GB
Oil and Sand on Canvas 'Traces (II)' Painting by Pamela Burns B. 1938, 1993
Additional information
Category
20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Still Life with Flowers and Bird's Nest - British art 1880 floral oil painting
By Henry John Livens
Located in London, GB
dated 1880 lower right.
Provenance. Wiltshire estate.
Condition. Oil on canvas, 24 inches by 20 inches
Category
1880s Victorian Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Still Life Garland of Flowers - Flemish 18thC art Old Master floral oil painting
By Pieter Casteels III
Located in London, GB
This superb 18th century Old Master floral still life oil painting is attributed to Flemish artist
Category
1730s Old Masters Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil, Sand and Pumice on Canvas-Board 'Traces' Painting by Pamela Burns, 1991
By Pamela Burns
Located in Kingsclere, GB
Oil, Sand and Pumice on Canvas-Board 'Traces' Painting by Pamela Burns B. 1938, 1991
Additional
Category
20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Painting - Winter 1992
By George Dannatt
Located in Bournemouth, Dorset
George Dannatt (1915-2009)
Painting - Winter 1992
1993
Oil on prepared card
19.0 x 14.0 cm
Category
1990s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Miniature White Painting
By George Dannatt
Located in Bournemouth, Dorset
George Dannatt (1915-2009)
Miniature White Painting
(on red background)
1972/1992
Oil on paper
Category
1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Mixed Media, Oil
Small Painting - White/Grey
By George Dannatt
Located in Bournemouth, Dorset
George Dannatt (1915-2009)
Small Painting -White/Grey
1976
Oil on single ply board
Image: 5 1/2 x
Category
1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Anne Scott - 20th Century Oil, Farm Scene, Devizes
Located in Corsham, GB
An attractive oil painting by Anne Scott, depicting a rural scene in Devizes, Wiltshire. Signed to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sundown, original painting, abstract, impressionistic painting
By Claire Wiltsher
Located in Deddington, GB
indication of how a piece may look
Original abstract painting
Artist Bio: Claire Wiltsher is the 2018
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 1.58 in
Claire Wiltsher, Seasonal Remains, Original Abstract Expressionist Painting
By Claire Wiltsher
Located in Deddington, GB
Claire Wiltsher
Seasonal Remains
Original Oil Painting
Oil Paint on Canvas
Canvas Size: H 40cm x W
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 35.44 in W 35.44 in
Claire Wiltsher, First Light, Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Painting
By Claire Wiltsher
Located in Deddington, GB
Claire Wiltsher
First Light
Original Oil Painting
Oil Paint on Canvas
Canvas Size: H 60cm x W 60cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 1.58 in
Lucy Powell, Beachscape, Original Seascape Art, Impressionist Painting
By Lucy Powell
Located in Deddington, GB
Lucy Powell
Beachscape
Original Oil Painting
Oil Paint on Canvas
Image Size: H 50.8cm x W 38.1cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 23.75 in W 18.75 in D 1.58 in
A Moment in Time - Hyper-realistic Magnolia Tree: Oil on Canvas
Located in London, GB
representing depth through shadows, highlights and reflections.
Painting with oil paint applied in layers on
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 23.43 in W 17.52 in D 2.17 in
Claire Wiltsher, Winter Landscape, Landscape Art, Contemporary Painting
By Claire Wiltsher
Located in Deddington, GB
. Claire Wiltshire original artworks are oil and mixed media canvases combining layers of paint with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Early Evening Sloane Square - original impressionism London cityscape painting
By David Farren
Located in London, Chelsea
"Early Evening Sloane Square" by David Farren is an enchanting 60 x 60 cm oil on board masterpiece
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Board
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H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 1.58 in
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- 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.
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- 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.
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- 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. - 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
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 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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