What are old paintings called?

Old paintings are sometimes called historical paintings. Those produced after 1860 or ’70 are generally referred to as modern paintings, so anything produced before that may be thought of as historical. The term contemporary usually describes paintings that are no more than 20 years old. Find a wide variety of fine art from some of the world's top galleries and dealers on 1stDibs.

How old was Picasso when he painted Harlequin?

Pablo Picasso was 36 years old when he painted his “Harlequin” series. He completed the six paintings in 1901. They depict scenes from Parisian cafes and draw inspiration from the works of Edgar Degas, Édouard Manet, Vincent van Gogh, Paul Gauguin and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. You'll find a selection of Pablo Picasso art on 1stDibs.

How do you tell if an old painting is a print?

To tell if an old painting is a print, use a magnifying glass to look at its surface up close. A real painting will have visible brushstrokes left behind by the artist. A print will usually have a smooth surface and may look like it's made up of tiny dots, depending on the printing process used to produce it. If you're still unsure about your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can assist you. Explore a collection of paintings on 1stDibs.

How can you tell how old an oil painting is?

To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.

What is considered an old master painting?

A painting produced by a skilled, noteworthy European artist that was produced before the 19th century may be considered an Old Master painting. The informal term was derived from the title of an artist who trained in a guild long enough to become a master, such as Leonardo da Vinci, who studied in a Florence painters’ guild. However, Old Masters paintings, prints and other art is now used to refer to work made by any artist with a high level of skill in painting, drawing, sculpture or printmaking who worked in Europe between 1300 and 1800. Some artists considered Old Masters include William Blake, Caravaggio, Jacques-Louis David, Frans Hals, Francisco Goya, Peter Paul Rubens, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Rembrandt, Titian and Jan Vermeer. On 1stDibs, find a variety of paintings from some of the world’s top galleries.

Are old paintings worth money?

Yes, some old paintings are worth money. The artist, size, historical significance and condition of a piece, as well as other factors, contribute to its value. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can evaluate your painting and give you an idea of how much it may be worth. Explore a diverse assortment of paintings on 1stDibs.

How do I find out how much an old painting is worth?

To find out how much an old painting is worth, you have two main options. The first is to look at historic sale prices for similar paintings by the same artist. If you're unsure who painted your piece, try snapping a photo of the signature and conducting a search with the app Smartify. Because the condition, size and other characteristics play a major role in determining how much a painting is worth, you may prefer to take the second approach — having a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer evaluate your painting. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of paintings.

Are old copies of paintings worth anything?

Whether old copies of paintings are worth something varies. Prints of paintings produced and then signed by the artist may sometimes have significant value. However, later prints and hand-painted reproductions are less likely to be worth something. The age, condition, medium and other factors will all contribute to the potential price of a copy. If you'd like to get a professional's opinion on the value of a particular piece, a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can assist you. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of paintings.

How do I know if my old painting is worth money?

There are two main ways to know if your old painting is worth money. First, you can conduct online research using trusted resources to determine how much similar paintings by the artist have sold for in the past. If you're unsure who the artist is, try the app Smartify, which provides identifications using artists' signatures. A second option is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer evaluate your piece. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of paintings.

Are old oil paintings worth money?

The value of an oil painting depends on the quality and artist. Work with an appraiser to determine the value. While some online resources can be helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not be the actual value of your item, since that will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. Browse a selection of expertly vetted authentic vintage oil paintings on 1stDibs.

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artholomäus Spranger (Antwerp, 1546 – Prague, 1611)Aristotle Phyllis Spranger 16/17th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master, 1560-1630

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

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

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

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Giulio Carpioni (venice, 1613 - Vicenza, 1678)Bacchanale Mythological Carpioni Paint Oil on canvas 17th Century Old master Art, 1640-1670

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Bacchanale Mythological Carpioni Paint Oil on canvas 17th Century Old master Art

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Giulio Carpioni (Venice, 1613 - Vicenza, 1678), Attributable to Bacchanale Oil on canvas 98 x 132 cm. - In frame 120 x 154 cm. This high-quality, beautifully preserved painti...

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Jan Miel (antwerp, 1599 - Turin, 1663) Landscape Hunt Miel Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Flemish Old master, 1630-1660

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Landscape Hunt Miel Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Flemish Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

, inspired by the founder of the genre, Pieter Van Laer, known as the Bamboccio, painted popular and

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Daniele Crespi (Milan 1597 C. -1630)Saint Sebastian Crespi Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Religious, 1600-1650

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Saint Sebastian Crespi Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Religious

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Early 17th-century Lombard painter Daniele Crespi (Busto Arsizio, 1597-1600 – Milan 1630), Circle of Saint Sebastian oil on canvas Dimensions: 82 x 60 cm. In frame 100 x 7...

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Giovanni Domenico Valentino (Rome 1630 - Imola 1708)Pharmacist Valentino Signed Paint Oil on canvas Old master 17th Century Italy, 1650-1699

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Pharmacist Valentino Signed Paint Oil on canvas Old master 17th Century Italy

By Giovanni Domenico Valentino (Rome 1630 - Imola 1708)

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

with the monogram G.D.V in the center right on a majolica vase, should have been painted in Rome, where

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Giovan Battista Salvi known as 'il Sassoferrato' (1609 - 1685)Madonna Maria Sassoferrato Paint Oil on canvas Old master 18th Century Italian, 1700-1799

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Madonna Maria Sassoferrato Paint Oil on canvas Old master 18th Century Italian

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

restorations and some unravelling of the painted surface. Framed in a beautiful gilded frame. ADDITIONAL

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Annunciation Bonini Paint Oil in canvas Old master 17th Century Leonardo Italy

Girolamo Bonini, called Anconitano (Ancona, circa 1600 - Bologna 1680)Annunciation Bonini Paint Oil in canvas Old master 17th Century Leonardo Italy, 1630-1660

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Annunciation Bonini Paint Oil in canvas Old master 17th Century Leonardo Italy

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Farnese in the Palazzo Comunale, where under the direction of Carlo Cignani he painted together with the

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King Portrait Clementi Paint Oil on canvas Old master 18th Century Italian

Maria Giovanna Battista Clementi known as La Clementina (Turin, 1692 - Turin, 1761)King Portrait Clementi Paint Oil on canvas Old master 18th Century Italian, 1710-1760

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King Portrait Clementi Paint Oil on canvas Old master 18th Century Italian

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

scattered old touches. The painting is completed by a pleasant gilded wooden frame, not coeval.

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Francesco Graziani (active In Naples/rome, 17th Century)Battle Horsemen Landscape Graziani Paint Oil on canvas 17th Century Old master, 1650-1699

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Battle Horsemen Landscape Graziani Paint Oil on canvas 17th Century Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Francesco Graziani, known as Ciccio Napoletano (active in Naples and Rome in the second half of the 17th century) Battle with clash of horsemen Oil on canvas 95 x 130 cm In period ...

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Antonio Alberti (1603 - 1649)Portrait Cardinal Barberini Alberti Paint Oil on canvas 17th Century Old master, 1630-1650

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Portrait Cardinal Barberini Alberti Paint Oil on canvas 17th Century Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Antonio Alberti (1603 - 1649) Portrait of Cardinal Antonio Marcello Barberini (Florence 1569 – Rome 1646) Inscription on the bottom: F.M D.D ANTONIUS BARBERINUS ROM. O. CAP. S.R.E. ...

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Ludovico Pozzoserrato (Antwerp circa 1550 - Treviso 1605)Christ Samaritan Woman Pozzoserrato Paint Oil on table 17th Century Old master, 1580-1630

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Christ Samaritan Woman Pozzoserrato Paint Oil on table 17th Century Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Christ and the Samaritan woman at the well Attributable to Ludovico Pozzoserrato (Antwerp circa 1550 - Treviso 1605) Oil on the table 37 x 27 cm., In frame 52 x 42 cm. The subject ...

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Nicolas Tournier (Montbéliard, 1590 – Toulouse, c. 1638)Lute Player Tournier Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Music France, 1620-1650

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Lute Player Tournier Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Music France

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

on round canvas Diameter 46 cm. Framed, diameter 61 cm. Provenance: Sotheby’s London, Old Master

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Giovanni StanchiFlower Garland Virgin Paint Oil on canvas Old master 17th Century Italy, 1640- 1680

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Flower Garland Virgin Paint Oil on canvas Old master 17th Century Italy

By Giovanni Stanchi

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Giovanni Stanchi (Rome 1608 - 1675) or Niccolò Stanchi (Rome 1623 - 1690), workshop of GARLAND OF FLOWERS WITH PORTRAIT OF THE VIRGIN Rome, First half of the Seventeenth century o...

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Antonio Molinari (Venice, 1655–1704)Samson Delilah Molinari Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas Old master Religious, 1680-1704

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Samson Delilah Molinari Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas Old master Religious

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

intense, conflicting, and often fatal passions. The story tells of Samson, one of the judges of the Old

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Luigi Garzi (Rome, 1638 – Rome, 1721) Allegory Of Truth Garzy Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas Old master, 1660-1720

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Allegory Of Truth Garzy Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

, sleeping in a shadowy corner, covered by a blue curtain, whilst on the left Time, a winged old man of

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Galizia Fede (Milan c. 1578 – c. 1630)Victorious Judith Galizia Fede Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy, 1600-1650

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Victorious Judith Galizia Fede Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

. This is a work of great merit, painted between the late 17th and early 18th centuries, still in the

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Julius Porcellis (rotterdam 1610 – 1645 Leiden) Seascape Ships Landscape Porcellis 17th Century Paint Oil on table Old master, 1630-1645

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Seascape Ships Landscape Porcellis 17th Century Paint Oil on table Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Julius Porcellis (Rotterdam 1610 – 1645 Leiden) attributable Seascape with ships Oil on wood panel (oak) 52 x 84 cm In gilded wood frame 77 x 108 cm The painting on display d...

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Carlo Maratta (Camerano 1625 – Rome 1713)Angel Resurrection Maratta Paint 17/8th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy, 1680-1730

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Angel Resurrection Maratta Paint 17/8th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Carlo Maratta (Camerano 1625 – Rome 1713), circle The Angel of the Resurrection appears to the soldiers Oil on canvas mounted on panel 58 x 67 cm. – with frame 77 x 86 cm. Th...

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ANTONIO MOLINARI (Venice, 1655-1704)Madonna Molinari Paint 17th Century Oil on copper Old master Religious Art Italy, 1670-1705

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Madonna Molinari Paint 17th Century Oil on copper Old master Religious Art Italy

By ANTONIO MOLINARI (Venice, 1655-1704)

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Antonio Molinari (Venice, 1655-1704) attributable Madonna and Child with Saint John the Baptist Oil on copper (24 x 20 cm - In frame 36 x 31 cm) This exquisite copper paint...

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Neptune Poseidon Guercino Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy Art

Giovanni Francesco Barbieri, known as Il Guercino (Cento, 1591 – Bologna, 1666) Neptune Poseidon Guercino Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy Art, 1630-1658

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Neptune Poseidon Guercino Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy Art

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Neptune on the Waves of the Ocean Workshop of Giovanni Francesco Barbieri, known as Il Guercino (Cento, 1591 – Bologna, 1666) Attributed to Ercole Gennari (Cento, 1597 – Bologna...

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Roman school of 17th CenturyMoses Bringing Water 17th Century Roman School Paint Oil on canvas Old master, 1680-1750

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Moses Bringing Water 17th Century Roman School Paint Oil on canvas Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

17th-century Roman school Moses bringing water from the rock (Probably a preparatory sketch) Oil on canvas in grisaille 47 x 67 cm. In an ebonised frame 64 x 85 cm. Provenance ...

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Guido Reni (Bologna, 1575 – Bologna, 1642) Magdalene Reni Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Religious Italy Art, 1640-1680

$13,317

Magdalene Reni Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Religious Italy Art

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

The Penitent Magdalene Workshop of Guido Reni (Bologna, 1575 – Bologna, 1642) Oil on canvas 112 x 89 cm. Framed 130 x 108 cm. The protagonist of the work is a seductive Sain...

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18th-century Flemish painter Still-Life Flowers Paint 18th Century Flemish school Oil on canvas Old master, 1720-1770

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Still-Life Flowers Paint 18th Century Flemish school Oil on canvas Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

18th-century Flemish painter Still life with flowers and fruit, a cake, a precious goblet and cheese oil on canvas 73 x 98 cm. – with frame 98 x 129 cm. Provenance: Cambi, Ge...

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Diana Boullogne Mythological Paint Oil on canvas old master 17/18th Century, 1670-1740

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Diana Boullogne Mythological Paint Oil on canvas old master 17/18th Century

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Bon Boullogne (Paris, 1649 - Paris, 1717) workshop of Episodes from the myth of Diana oil painting on canvas Dimensions: 84 x 114 cm. with antique frame 100 x 132 cm. The beautiful...

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Claude Vignon (Tours, 1593 – Paris, 1670) Portrait Singer Vignon Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master French school, 1625

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Portrait Singer Vignon Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master French school

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Vignon painted in the 1620s, consisting of two other canvases in addition to the one presented here, one

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Painter active in Rome in the early 17th centurySusanna Old Men Religious Roma nschool 17th Century Paint Oiul on canvas Italy, 1600-1650

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Susanna Old Men Religious Roma nschool 17th Century Paint Oiul on canvas Italy

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Painter active in Rome in the early 17th century Susanna and the Old Men Oil on canvas 76 x 62 cm

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Guido Reni (bologna 1575 - 1642) WorkshopSaint Catherine Religious Reni 17th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Italy, 1600-1680

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Saint Catherine Religious Reni 17th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Italy

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

intelligence, redeeming a thousand-year-old prejudice, with a strong and intrepid character, capable of

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Francesco Zuccarelli (Pitigliano 1702 - Florence 1788)Landscape River Zuccarelli 18th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Italy Art, 1730-1760

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Landscape River Zuccarelli 18th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Italy Art

By Francesco Zuccarelli (Pitigliano 1702 - Florence 1788)

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

1788); In the landscapes painted by Zuccarelli the world is crystallized, frozen in a moment of

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Hendrick Corneliszoon van Vliet (Delft, 1612 – Delft, 1675) Interior Church Landscape Van Vliet Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master, 1650-1699

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Interior Church Landscape Van Vliet Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Hendrick Corneliszoon van Vliet (Delft, 1612 – Delft, 1675) Interior of a Flemish Church Oil on canvas 75 x 89 cm. - In frame 103 x 89 cm. This gem of Flemish painting immer...

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Angelo Solimena (Canale di Serino 1629 - Barra, 1716) Multiplication Loaves Solimena Paint 17/8th Century Oil on canvas Old master Art, 1705-1715

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Multiplication Loaves Solimena Paint 17/8th Century Oil on canvas Old master Art

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

the clouds are different, etc.) a similar, larger composition painted by Giordano in 1705 for the

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Francesco Solimena (Canale di Serino 1657 - Barra 1747) and workshopAllegory Of Europe Solimena 18th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Italy, 1738-1750

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Allegory Of Europe Solimena 18th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Italy

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

’ that Francesco Solimena painted in 1738. Originally executed as frescoes, they were conceived to

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Godfrey Kneller (Lübeck 1646 – London 1723) Portrait Noblewoman Kneller 17/18th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Art, 1690-1720

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Portrait Noblewoman Kneller 17/18th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Art

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

masters of English portraiture between the 17th and 18th centuries. He painted every British monarch in

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Gabriele Bella (venice 1730 – Venice 1799)Venice See Landscape Bella 18th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Italy, 1770-1799

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Venice See Landscape Bella 18th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Italy

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Giustiniani family, patrons who commissioned him to paint a grandiose series of about seventy Venetian views

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Antonio Tempesta (Florence 1555 - Rome 1630)Saint James Religious Tempesta Paint 17th Century OIl on canvas Old master Italy, 1610-1630

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Saint James Religious Tempesta Paint 17th Century OIl on canvas Old master Italy

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Antonio Tempesta (Florence 1555 - Rome 1630) Circle Saint James defeating the Moors in battle Oil on canvas 112 x 102 cm - Framed 125 x 114 cm A valiant knight with his sword...

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Marcantonio Franceschini (Bologna 1648 - 1729)Venus Cupid Franceschini Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy, 1700-1740

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Venus Cupid Franceschini Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy

By Marcantonio Franceschini (Bologna 1648 - 1729)

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

can easily link the canvas, painted in the early 18th century, to the workshop of the master

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Frans van Mieris the Elder (Leiden 1635 - Leiden 1681)Elegant Company Van Mieris Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas Old master, 1660-1720

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Elegant Company Van Mieris Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Frans van Mieris the Elder (Leiden 1635 - Leiden 1681) Workshop Elegant company in an interior (or “Self-portrait with his family”) Oil on canvas 50 x 41 cm In a beautiful fra...

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Frans Pourbus (bruges, 1545 - Antwerp, 1581)Portrait Man Pourbus 16/17th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Flemish, 1580-1630

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Portrait Man Pourbus 16/17th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Flemish

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

16th century. The attention to detail and the realism with which the portrait is painted are

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Tomaso Pombioli (Crema, 1579 – Crema, 1636) Saint John Baptist Pombioli Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy, 1600-1630

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Saint John Baptist Pombioli Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Tomaso Pombioli (Crema, 1579 – Crema, 1636) Saint John the Baptist Oil on canvas 99 x 130 cm. In frame 120 x 152 cm. Reference bibliography: M. Marubbi and C. Piastrella, L'...

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Venetian Painter Of The 17/18th CenturyVenus Cupid 17/18th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Venetian school, 1670-1730

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Venus Cupid 17/18th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Venetian school

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Venetian painter of the 17th/18th century Venus and Cupid Oil on canvas 57 x 49 cm. In frame 71 x 61 cm. The painting captures the attention with its intimate and sensual re...

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Felice Cignani (Bologna 1658 - Forlì 1724)Miracle Saint Francis Cignani 17th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Italy, 1680-1710

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Miracle Saint Francis Cignani 17th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Italy

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Felice Cignani (Bologna 1658 - Forlì 1724) The Miracle of Saint Francis of Paola Oil on canvas 165 x 111 cm In frame 182 x 129 cm Work accompanied by an appraisal by Prof. Em...

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Anthony Palamedesz (Delft 1601 - Amsterdam 1673)Guards Bugler Palamedesz Signed Dated Paint 17th Century Oil on table Old master, 1630

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Guards Bugler Palamedesz Signed Dated Paint 17th Century Oil on table Old master

By Anthony Palamedesz (Delft 1601 - Amsterdam 1673)

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Anthony Palamedesz (Delft 1601 - Amsterdam 1673) - signed and dated Guards with bugler Oil on panel (42 x 54 cm. - Framed 55 x 67 cm.) Signature: lower left “f Palamedes 163.....

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Antonio Calza (Verona, 1653 – Verona 1725) Battle Cavalry Landscape Calza Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas Old master, 1680-1720

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Battle Cavalry Landscape Calza Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Antonio Calza (Verona, 1653 – Verona 1725) Battle between Christian and Turkish cavalry Oil on canvas 47 x 85 cm In frame 66 x 105 cm Here we see a fierce battle between Ch...

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Antonio Tibaldi (Rome, c. 1633 - c. 1684) Still-Life Carpet Tibaldi Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy, 1650-1660

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Still-Life Carpet Tibaldi Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Antonio Tibaldi (Rome, c. 1633 - c. 1684) Still Life with Precious Objects, Brocade Fabrics and a Plate of Sweets c. 1650/1660 Oil on canvas, 96 x 130 cm In frame 115 x 150 c...

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17th-century Flemish SchoolStill-Life Flowers 17th century Flemish School Paint Oil on table Old master, 1630-1699

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Still-Life Flowers 17th century Flemish School Paint Oil on table Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

17th-century Flemish school Still life with flowers Oil on panel 33 x 25 cm In frame 50 x 42 cm The painting depicts a wonderful still life of flowers, where numerous colour...

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Quentin Metsys (Leuven, 1466 - Antwerp, 1530)Ecce Homo Christ Metsys 16th Century Paint Oil on table Flemish Old master, 1520-1620

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Ecce Homo Christ Metsys 16th Century Paint Oil on table Flemish Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

of Ecce Homo, one of the most representative Christian depictions in Old Master painting, which

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Francesco Albani (Bologna 1578 - 1660) Circle ofToilet Venus Albani Mythological 17/18th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master, 1670-1730

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Toilet Venus Albani Mythological 17/18th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Toilet of Venus Francesco Albani (Bologna 1578 - 1660) Follower of Oil on canvas 64 x 96 cm In fine gilded frame 83 x 121 cm. The painting on offer, depicting ‘Venus’ Toilet',...

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Guido Reni (bologna 1575 - 1642) Saint Catherine Portrair Guido Reni Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master, 1630-1670

$12,140Sale Price|20% Off

Saint Catherine Portrair Guido Reni Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

particular a high-quality version of the famous St. Catherine of Alexandria that Guido Reni painted around

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17th Century Old Masters Paintings

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Oil

Jan Van Gelder (Antwerp 1621 – Modena 1685)Portrait Duchess Woman 17th Century Paint Van Gelder Oil on canvas Old master, 1640-1660

$9,291Sale Price|20% Off

Portrait Duchess Woman 17th Century Paint Van Gelder Oil on canvas Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Jan van Gelder, Italianised as Giovanni Vangheldri (Antwerp 1621 – Modena 1685) Portrait of the Duchess Vittoria Farnese d'Este (Parma, 1618 – Modena, 1649) wife of Francesco I d'E...

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17th Century Old Masters Paintings

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Oil

Giovanni Battista Paggi (Genoa 1554 – Genoa 1627)Venus Bacchus Ceres Paggi 17th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Mythologic, 1600-1627

$11,768Sale Price|20% Off

Venus Bacchus Ceres Paggi 17th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Mythologic

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Giovanni Battista Paggi (Genoa 1554 – Genoa 1627) Venus, Bacchus and Ceres (Parallel title: ‘Sine Cerere et Baccho, friget Venus’) Oil on canvas 103 x 78 cm. - Framed 125 x 100 cm. ...

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17th Century Old Masters Paintings

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Oil

Francesco Albani (bologne 1578 - 1660) Dance Cupids Albani Paint 18/19th Century Oil on table Old master Mythological, 1780-1850

$15,485Sale Price|20% Off

Dance Cupids Albani Paint 18/19th Century Oil on table Old master Mythological

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Francesco Albani (1578 - 1660) Copy from The Dance of the Cupids Oil on panel 94 x 118 cm in a fine gilded and carved wooden frame 101 x 123 We see a festive dance of cher...

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18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Agostino Carracci (1557-1602)Andromeda Monster Carracci Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy Art, 1600-1650

$9,786Sale Price|20% Off

Andromeda Monster Carracci Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy Art

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Agostino Carracci (1557-1602) Circle of Andromeda and the Sea Monster Oil on canvas 75 x 59 cm. - In frame 96 x 77 cm. The subject of the painting, derived from Ovid's Metamo...

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17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Tiziano Vecellio (Pieve di Cadore 1490 - Venice 1576)Resurrection Christ Tiziano 16/17th Century paint Oil on canvas Old master Italy, 1580-1680

$8,052Sale Price|20% Off

Resurrection Christ Tiziano 16/17th Century paint Oil on canvas Old master Italy

By Tiziano Vecellio (Pieve di Cadore 1490 - Venice 1576)

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

considering its age; an old rintelo is present. Complete with gilded and lacquered frame. ADDITIONAL

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17th Century Old Masters Paintings

Materials

Oil

Francesca Volò Smiller (milan, 1657 - 1700) Flowers Still-life Volo 17th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Italt, 1680-1699

$9,005Sale Price|20% Off

Flowers Still-life Volo 17th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Italt

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Francesca Volò Smiller, called Vincenzina (Milan, 1657 - 1700) attributed Floral composition overflowing from an embossed vase (LINK) Oil on canvas 79 x 61 cm. Framed 89 x 70 cm. T...

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17th Century Old Masters Paintings

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Oil

Giovan Battista Salvi known as 'il Sassoferrato' (1609 - 1685)Madonna Child Maria Sassoferrato Paint Oil on canvas 17th Century Old master Art, 1630-1680

$9,786Sale Price|20% Off

Madonna Child Maria Sassoferrato Paint Oil on canvas 17th Century Old master Art

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

, although it does have some old retouches and minor pictorial faults, as can be seen from the published

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17th Century Old Masters Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pino RomanòOld Town - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s, 1990s

$476

Old Town - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s

Located in Roma, IT

Oil on canvas realized by Pino Romanò (1934) in 1990s. Hand signed. Titled on rear. Excellent condition.

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1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Antoine Coypel (Paris 1661 - 1722)Dionysus Ariadne Coypel Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas Old master France, 1690-1740

$9,291Sale Price|20% Off

Dionysus Ariadne Coypel Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas Old master France

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Antoine Coypel (Paris 1661 - 1722) Workshop Idyll between Dionysus and Ariadne Oil on canvas 78x 101 cm In frame 97 x 120 cm This delightful composition illustrates the myt...

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17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Gerard Thomas (Antwerp 1663-1720) Artist's Studio Thomas Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas Old master Flemisch, 1680-1720

$15,485Sale Price|20% Off

Artist's Studio Thomas Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas Old master Flemisch

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Gerard Thomas (Antwerp 1663-1720) Attributed to The Artist's Studio Oil on canvas (99 x 115 cm - in frame 70 x 86 cm) This fascinating painting, depicting the interior of an ar...

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18th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

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Old Paint For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the old paint you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. You can easily find an example made in the Impressionist style, while we also have 150 Impressionist versions to choose from as well. If you’re looking for an old paint from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add an old paint to create new energy in an otherwise neutral space in your home, you can find a work on 1stDibs that features elements of brown, black, gray, blue and more. Creating an old paint has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Angelo Granati, Salvatore Marinelli, Carlo De Tommasi, Ettore Ferrante and Francesca Strino are consistently popular. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years. A large old paint can be an attractive addition to some spaces, while smaller examples are available — approximately spanning 1.19 high and 1 wide — and may be better suited to a more modest living area.

How Much is an Old Paint?

An old paint can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $5,979, while the lowest priced sells for $140 and the highest can go for as much as $1,495,000.

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 paintings, landscape paintings, still-life paintings and other original 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.

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Questions About Old Paint

What are old paintings called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
Old paintings are sometimes called historical paintings. Those produced after 1860 or ’70 are generally referred to as modern paintings, so anything produced before that may be thought of as historical. The term contemporary usually describes paintings that are no more than 20 years old. Find a wide variety of fine art from some of the world's top galleries and dealers on 1stDibs.
How old was Picasso when he painted Harlequin?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Pablo Picasso was 36 years old when he painted his “Harlequin” series. He completed the six paintings in 1901. They depict scenes from Parisian cafes and draw inspiration from the works of Edgar Degas, Édouard Manet, Vincent van Gogh, Paul Gauguin and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. You'll find a selection of Pablo Picasso art on 1stDibs.
How do you tell if an old painting is a print?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
To tell if an old painting is a print, use a magnifying glass to look at its surface up close. A real painting will have visible brushstrokes left behind by the artist. A print will usually have a smooth surface and may look like it's made up of tiny dots, depending on the printing process used to produce it. If you're still unsure about your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can assist you. Explore a collection of paintings on 1stDibs.
How can you tell how old an oil painting is?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
What is considered an old master painting?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
A painting produced by a skilled, noteworthy European artist that was produced before the 19th century may be considered an Old Master painting. The informal term was derived from the title of an artist who trained in a guild long enough to become a master, such as Leonardo da Vinci, who studied in a Florence painters’ guild. However, Old Masters paintings, prints and other art is now used to refer to work made by any artist with a high level of skill in painting, drawing, sculpture or printmaking who worked in Europe between 1300 and 1800. Some artists considered Old Masters include William Blake, Caravaggio, Jacques-Louis David, Frans Hals, Francisco Goya, Peter Paul Rubens, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Rembrandt, Titian and Jan Vermeer. On 1stDibs, find a variety of paintings from some of the world’s top galleries.
Are old paintings worth money?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
Yes, some old paintings are worth money. The artist, size, historical significance and condition of a piece, as well as other factors, contribute to its value. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer can evaluate your painting and give you an idea of how much it may be worth. Explore a diverse assortment of paintings on 1stDibs.
How do I find out how much an old painting is worth?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
To find out how much an old painting is worth, you have two main options. The first is to look at historic sale prices for similar paintings by the same artist. If you're unsure who painted your piece, try snapping a photo of the signature and conducting a search with the app Smartify. Because the condition, size and other characteristics play a major role in determining how much a painting is worth, you may prefer to take the second approach — having a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer evaluate your painting. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of paintings.
Are old copies of paintings worth anything?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
Whether old copies of paintings are worth something varies. Prints of paintings produced and then signed by the artist may sometimes have significant value. However, later prints and hand-painted reproductions are less likely to be worth something. The age, condition, medium and other factors will all contribute to the potential price of a copy. If you'd like to get a professional's opinion on the value of a particular piece, a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer can assist you. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of paintings.
How do I know if my old painting is worth money?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
There are two main ways to know if your old painting is worth money. First, you can conduct online research using trusted resources to determine how much similar paintings by the artist have sold for in the past. If you're unsure who the artist is, try the app Smartify, which provides identifications using artists' signatures. A second option is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable art dealer evaluate your piece. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of paintings.
Are old oil paintings worth money?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The value of an oil painting depends on the quality and artist. Work with an appraiser to determine the value. While some online resources can be helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not be the actual value of your item, since that will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. Browse a selection of expertly vetted authentic vintage oil paintings on 1stDibs.

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