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Sailboat, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Iryna Kastsova
Located in Yardley, PA
The sailboat runs under the midday sun, the crew processes the sails. Golden light is reflected
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sea. Sailboat, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Inspired by love for the sea, the sunny coast of Jurmala, where I live. Painting in positive
Category

2010s Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Vintage Coastal Inlet With Sailboats Seascape Landscape Oil Painting 1970
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
decorative and pleasing piece. Coastal inlet oil on canvas set in a thin black wood frame
Category

1970s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

'Seascape with Sailboat' original oil painting attributed to Edna McKeage
Located in Milwaukee, WI
'Seascape with Sailboat' is a small original oil painting attributed to American artist Edna
Category

1890s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

"Beach Scene with Figures and Sailboats" Impressionistic Oil Painting in Holland
Located in New York, NY
in the sand. Some figures are by the water with sailboats as kids play in the distance. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Seascape with Sailboats
Located in Austin, TX
A vivid seascape with sailboats in a palette of blue, green and yellow. The center of the
Category

Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Alabama Looking On" a photorealist oil painting, shore horizon with sailboats
By Michel Brosseau
Located in Edgartown, MA
today,” says Brosseau. The French artist is known for his nautical paintings and draws inspiration from
Category

2010s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Linen

Mid-Century Sailboats Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Striking mid-century painting of pair of sailboats by French artist M. Charco, 1961. Signed by
Category

1960s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mid-Century Sailboats Painting
Mid-Century Sailboats Painting
H 16 in W 20 in D 0.1 in
Framed 20th Century Oil on Canvas Seascape Painting with Sailboats
Located in Atlanta, GA
20th century oil on canvas seascape painting in blues and yellows with sailboats, in black painted
Category

20th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Still Life with Nike and Sailboat - Oil Painting with 23K Gold Leaf Backdrop
By Helen Oh
Located in Chicago, IL
. Helen Oh Still Life with Nike and Sailboat oil and gold leaf on panel 30h x 24w in 76.20h x 60.96w cm
Category

2010s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Decorative, antique Painting, oil on canvas. Sailboats at the Lake.
Located in Berlin, DE
Decorative, antique painting, oil on canvas. Sailboats at the lake. Signed lower right
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Lake Scene with Sailboat
By Guy Charon
Located in Austin, TX
Impressionist modern painting of a sailboat on a bay. Measures 24 x 30 inches and is framed in a 32
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Study For Cole Porter Paintings (Oil Painting of City Skyline w/ Sailboat)
By Bill Sullivan
Located in Hudson, NY
Study For Cole Porter Paintings (Oil Painting of City Skyline w/ Sailboat) by Bill Sullivan 12 x 20
Category

1980s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Fishermen and Sailboats Seascape Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in New York, NY
Vintage (20th Century) oil painting of fishermen ashore with their boats, looking out over an ocean
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Jan Andre Perroud Nude Painting with Reverse Oil-Painting Of A Sailboat Scene
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
front. The rear side has a charming sailboat scene. The painting is from 1949 and is painted in a
Category

Mid-20th Century French Romantic Paintings

Materials

Canvas

"Catboat, Martha's Vineyard" oil painting of a sailboat against pink sunset
By Larry Horowitz
Located in Edgartown, MA
“People sometimes ask me how I start a painting. Starting a painting is easy. I just put down two
Category

2010s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Sailboat" contemporary impressionist oil painting of boat on the beach, summer
By Ben Fenske
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Sailboat" is a contemporary impressionist oil painting of boat on the beach, in summer. Painted en
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Robert Meyers, "Snake Hill", 24x24 Saratoga Summer Lake Sailboat Oil Painting
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This piece, "Snake Hill", is a 24x24 oil painting on canvas by artist Robert Meyers. Featured is a
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sailboats
By Maurice Green
Located in West Hollywood, CA
the first presentation of the paintings of Maurice Green since his death in 1993. "Sailboats ”, is
Category

1980s Cubist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mid Century Oil Painting Aldolfo De Ferrari Ferrari Female Figure with Sailboat
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid Century Modern original oil on canvas by Argentinian artist Aldolfo De Ferrari Ferrari of a
Category

20th Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Harbor Scene With Sailboats Seascape
By Emile Albert Gruppe
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Harbor Scene With Sailboats Seascape Signed lower left, canvas 20x20, about 1930-40. Emile Albert
Category

1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cotton Canvas

Sailboats
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A large, high key work by one of our most bright young artists Svetlana Verbovskaya. A varied and complex use of textures, Verbovskaya invites us into to a day at the beach in this ...
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sailboats and Sailing Ship in Seascape early 20th Century Oil Painting Framed
Located in Stockholm, SE
. Antique oil painting on artistic (paper) board, signed lower right Th. Lindh, framed. Size app.: 46.7 x
Category

Early 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil, Cardboard

Sailboat of Time, Mythscape, Heritage, Ancient Indian Art, Oil Painting "In Stock"
By Amitabh Sengupta
Located in Kolkata, West Bengal
Amitabh Sengupta - Sailboat of Time - 60 x 60 inches (unframed size) Oil on canvas ** This work
Category

Early 2000s Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Sailboats in the Swedish Archipelago Painting by Justus Lundegård, Oil on Canvas
Located in Stockholm, SE
style. In this painting, we can see his later talent for painting white light and a crisp poetry in the
Category

Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sailing Boat, Abstract and colorful oil painting on canvas, sailboat, blue sky
By Toni Franovic
Located in Dallas, TX
and painting field work at the same Academy of Fine Arts (Legrad, Brač, Hvar, Mljet...). He is a
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

1930 Oil Painting Sea Side Sailboats American Modernist WPA Artist Morris Kantor
By Morris Kantor
Located in Surfside, FL
right Oil on canvas 22 1/4 x 19 1/4 inches 24 1/2 x 21 (frame) Morris Kantor (Belarusian: Морыс Кантор
Category

1930s American Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Sailing Across the Atlantic" Realist Oil Painting on Wood Panel of Sailboat
By George Nemethy
Located in New York, NY
inspiration and teachings. George is known for his pastoral miniature sail boat oil paintings. As a 20th
Category

Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Sea. Sailboat
Located in Sempach, LU
"In this oil painting, I've infused the canvas with the tranquil yet invigorating spirit of the sea
Category

2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sea. Sailboat
Sea. Sailboat
H 19.69 in W 27.56 in D 0.79 in
Voiliers, sailboats
By KOKO HOVAGUIMIAN
Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA
'Voiliers' (Sailboats), oil on canvas. Artist signed lower right and certificate of authenticity is
Category

2010s American Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

“Abstract Sailboats”
By William Katz
Located in Southampton, NY
Fabulous original mid century modern oil on canvas painting by the well known New York artist
Category

1950s American Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"Tranquil Sailing" Realist Oil Painting on Canvas Board of Sailboat in Open Sea
By George Nemethy
Located in New York, NY
teachings. George is known for his pastoral miniature sail boat oil paintings. As a 20th century artist he
Category

Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Board

Large Mid-Century Sailboat Painting
Located in Redding, CT
Large mid century oil on canvas of Sailboats. Tranquil setting of two sailboats drifting in a large
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Large Mid-Century Sailboat Painting
Large Mid-Century Sailboat Painting
H 32 in W 44 in D 1.75 in
"Le Grand Voilier" photorealist oil painting, bow of sailboat, tall ship behind
By Michel Brosseau
Located in Edgartown, MA
today,” says Brosseau. The French artist is known for his nautical paintings and draws inspiration from
Category

2010s Still-life Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Blue Boats on Pink (sailing teal sailboat art sea patterns square oil painting)
By Dan Pelonis
Located in Quebec, Quebec
history with modernity. Working within the pop aesthetic Dan’s painting explores the degradation and
Category

2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Blue Boats on Pink (sailing teal sailboat art sea patterns square oil painting)
By Dan Pelonis
Located in Quebec, Quebec
history with modernity. Working within the pop aesthetic Dan’s painting explores the degradation and
Category

2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Figures Along the Coast with Sailboats
By Mauritz Frederick Hendrick de Haas
Located in New York, NY
Signed and inscribed lower right: MFH de Haas NA
Category

19th Century Hudson River School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sailboat Seascape
Located in Soquel, CA
Beautifully rendered seascape of a sailboat full of small figures out at sea on glassy water with
Category

Late 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mid Century Figurative Seascape with Sailboats
By Henryk Dzienczarski
Located in Soquel, CA
Mid-century figurative seascape with boats by Henryk Dzienczarski, (Poland, b-1917). Signed "H. Dzienczarski" lower right. Displayed in a wood frame. Image, 10.5"H x 13.5"W Henryk D...
Category

1950s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

"Sailing Blues" oil painting of a sailboat on the water in shades of blue
By Larry Horowitz
Located in Edgartown, MA
“People sometimes ask me how I start a painting. Starting a painting is easy. I just put down two
Category

2010s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Sailing on the Caribbean" Realist Oil Painting on Board of Sailboat in Open Sea
By George Nemethy
Located in New York, NY
teachings. George is known for his pastoral miniature sail boat oil paintings. As a 20th century artist he
Category

Early 2000s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Board

"Regata en Chile, " Realist Seascape with Sailboats
By Jose Basso
Located in Austin, TX
-lined shore; under a clear, blue sky. Three graceful sailboats glide across the surface of the water
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Sailing After the Storm" Realist Oil Painting on Board of Sailboat in Open Sea
By George Nemethy
Located in New York, NY
pastoral miniature sail boat oil paintings. As a 20th century artist he was greatly inspired when he was
Category

Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Board

19th Century American Folk Art Oil Painting Landscape Sailboats On River
Located in Stamford, CT
A 19th century American folk art oil painting on canvas depicting a river scene at dawn with a
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Paintings

Materials

Canvas

"Sailing in the Afternoon" Realist Oil Painting on Board of Sailboat in Open Sea
By George Nemethy
Located in New York, NY
miniature sail boat oil paintings. As a 20th century artist he was greatly inspired when he was young by
Category

Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas, Board

"Sailing at Sunset" Realist Oil Painting on Canvas Board of Sailboat in Open Sea
By George Nemethy
Located in New York, NY
pastoral miniature sail boat oil paintings. As a 20th century artist he was greatly inspired when he was
Category

Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board, Canvas

"Sailing at Dusk" Realist Oil Painting on Canvas Board of Sailboat in Open Sea
By George Nemethy
Located in New York, NY
pastoral miniature sail boat oil paintings. As a 20th century artist he was greatly inspired when he was
Category

Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Board

Roger Fayolle, France, Oil on Canvas, Coastal Motif with Sailboats
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Roger Fayolle (1928-2006), France. Oil on canvas. Coastal motif with sailboats. Late 20th century
Category

Late 20th Century French Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Sailboats at Anchor
Located in New Orleans, LA
We originally had the name of the actual bay in Canada this fine painting depicts, but have been
Category

1970s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

20th C. Docked Sailboats Impressionist Painting, Oil on Canvas, Anatoly Shlapak
Located in Morristown, NJ
Anatoly Shlapak (Ukrainian, 1929-2014), Impressionist style oil on canvas "Docked Sailboats
Category

1990s North American American Classical Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

"Sailboats, Brittany" , France Oil cm. 65 x 54 1930
By Henry Maurice CAHOURS
Located in Torino, IT
Sailboats, Ocean, France , grey, blue, azure,landscape France Henry Maurice CAHOURS (Paris, 1889
Category

1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mid Century Croatian Coast with Sailboat Landscape
Located in Soquel, CA
Wonderful and vibrant mid 20th-century landscape of Croatian Coast with a sailboat and red-roofed
Category

Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Sailboats on Shore
By Laurent Marcel Salinas
Located in Long Island City, NY
(1913 - 2010) Title: Sailboats on Shore Year: 1949 Medium: Oil on Canvas, signed and dated Size: 32 in
Category

1940s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"Sailing on the Open Seas" Realist Oil Painting on Board of Sailboat in Open Sea
By George Nemethy
Located in New York, NY
pastoral miniature sail boat oil paintings. As a 20th century artist he was greatly inspired when he was
Category

Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

“The Blue Sailboat”
By Edmund Ernest Kosmowski
Located in Southampton, NY
Oil on canvas painting by the Polish born artist, Ernest Kosmowski. The painting is done with
Category

1960s Post-Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sailboat departure by Jean Laurent - Oil on wood 29x38 cm
By Jean Laurent
Located in Geneva, CH
Oil on wood sold with frame Total size with frame 43x52 cm Jean LAURENT is an artist born in the
Category

Early 20th Century French School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"The Crew" oil painting of three sailors on the boom of a sailboat on the ocean
By Michel Brosseau
Located in Edgartown, MA
today,” says Brosseau. The French artist is known for his nautical paintings and draws inspiration from
Category

2010s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Darling, Oil, Acrylic, Sailboat, Textured, Water, Beach House, Blue, Sailing
By Jason Wright
Located in Riverdale, NY
Darling by Hawaii artist Jason Wright is a textured oil and acrylic painting on wood panel. It is
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Oil, Wood Panel

Sailboat on the Lake
Located in San Francisco, CA
This artwork "Sailboat on the Lake" c.1940 is an oil painting on canvas board Attributed to German
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sailboat on the Lake
Sailboat on the Lake
H 22.5 in W 26.5 in D 1.75 in
"Shimmering Sunset" Sailboats Tied Up With Glowing Water Reflections
By Tom Swimm
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
quintessential example of Tom Swimm's enhanced realism. This colorful oil painting exhibits all of the bold
Category

2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

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Oil Paintings With Sailboats For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of oil paintings with sailboats is available on 1stDibs. There are many Impressionist, Post-Impressionist and contemporary versions of these works for sale. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a colorful piece of art to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — see the oil paintings with sailboats on 1stDibs that include elements of gray, brown, blue, black and more. Michel Brosseau, Sheila Finch, Viktor Butko, George Nemethy and Iryna Kastsova took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in paint, oil paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.

How Much are Oil Paintings With Sailboats?

Prices for pieces in our collection of oil paintings with sailboats start at $70 and top out at $985,000 with the average selling for $3,014.
Questions About Oil Paintings With Sailboats
  • 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 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.
  • 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 18, 2021
    The 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.

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With Works Like ‘Yours Truly,’ Arthur Dove Pioneered Abstract Art in America

New York gallery Hirschl & Adler is exhibiting the bold composition by Dove — who’s hailed as the first American abstract painter — at this year’s Winter Show.

Donald Martiny’s Jumbo Brushstrokes Magnify the Undeniable Personality of Paint

How can a few simple gestures — writ extra, extra, extra large — contain so much beauty and drama?

Patrick Hughes’s 3D Painting Takes Us on a Magical Journey through Pop Art History

The illusions — and allusions — never end in this mind-boggling portrayal of an all-star Pop art show on a beach.

Mid-Century Americans Didn’t Know Antonio Petruccelli’s Name, but They Sure Knew His Art

The New York artist created covers for the nation’s most illustrious magazines. Now, the originals are on display as fine art.

Learn Why There Have Been So Many Great Women Painters

Featuring iconic works by more than 300 female artists, a new book makes a more than compelling case for casting off the patriarchal handcuffs that have bound the art historical canon for far too long.