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 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 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.

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.

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.

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Tuscan School, 17th CenturyAnnunciation Tuscan School 17th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Religious, 1600-1699

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Annunciation Tuscan School 17th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Religious

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Tuscan school,17th century The Annunciation Oil on canvas 55 x 73 cm In antique lacquered frame 73 x 92 cm NB: The darker strip at the top of the canvas is the shadow of the ...

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ndrea del Sarto, pseudonym of Andrea d'Agnolo di Francesco (Florence 1486 - 1530)Madonna Child Del Sarto Paint Oil on table 16th Century Old master, 1520-1550

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Madonna Child Del Sarto Paint Oil on table 16th Century Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Madonna and Child Workshop of Andrea del Sarto, pseudonym of Andrea d'Agnolo di Francesco (Florence 1486 - 1530) Attributable to Jacopo di Giovanni di Francesco, known as Jacone (...

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Jacob de Heush (Utrecht 1657 – Amsterdam 1701)Coastal Landscape De Heusc Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master, 1670-1700

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Coastal Landscape De Heusc Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Jacob de Heush (Utrecht 1657 – Amsterdam 1701) Coastal landscape with architectural ruins Oil on canvas (80 x 102 cm - In frame 100 x 119 cm) Provenance: Hampel Munich, 22.09.2...

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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

The canvas, which is signed with the monogram G.D.V in the center right on a majolica vase, should have been painted in Rome, where the painter worked from 1662 until his death, exce...

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Marco Ricci (Belluno 1676 – Venice 1730)Landscapes Couple Ricci Paint 18th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy, 1700-1750

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Landscapes Couple Ricci Paint 18th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Marco Ricci (Belluno 1676 – Venice 1730) Circle of Pair of Arcadian landscapes with figures Oil on canvas 56 x 72 cm. - Framed 77 x 93 cm. This pair of charming landscapes, ex...

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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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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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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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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

Madonna with Sleeping Child Follower of Giovan Battista Salvi known as 'il Sassoferrato' (1609 - 1685) Roman painter 18th century Oil on canvas Measurements: canvas 64 x 50 cm, in f...

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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

Girolamo Bonini, called Anconitano (Ancona, circa 1600 - Bologna 1680) Annunciation (or Madonna of the Beautiful Angel) Oil on canvas (115 x 91 cm. - Framed 134 x 108 cm.) Work ac...

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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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Francesco Fontebasso (Venice 1709 – Venice 1769)Alexander The Great Fontebasso Paint 18th Century OIl on canvas Old Master Italy, 1750-1769

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Alexander The Great Fontebasso Paint 18th Century OIl on canvas Old Master Italy

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Good condition. Re-framed. The paint is in excellent condition, with some scattered old restorations on the surface.

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Corrado Giaquinto (Naples, 1703 – Naples, 1765) Venus Adonis Giaquinto Paint 18th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italian Art, 1730-1760

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Venus Adonis Giaquinto Paint 18th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italian Art

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Corrado Giaquinto (Naples, 1703 – Naples, 1765) Venus tries to dissuade Adonis from going hunting Oil on canvas 131 x 100 cm. – With an important period frame (imperfections, mi...

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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

Provenance: Sotheby’s London, Old Master Paintings, 6 July 2000, lot 304 (attributed to a follower of Nicolas Tournier) Estimate: (€6,350 – €9,500), Hammer price: (€7,600) The com...

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

$3,878Sale Price|41% Off

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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Francesco di Girolamo da Santacroce (Venice, 1516–1584) St. Roch Santacroce Paint 16th Century Oil on canvas Old master Religious Italy, 1550-1580

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St. Roch Santacroce Paint 16th Century Oil on canvas Old master Religious Italy

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Francesco di Girolamo da Santacroce (Venice, 1516–1584) Saint Roch Oil on canvas 126 x 68 cm. Framed: 137 x 80 cm. The painting depicts Saint Roch (a companion piece featur...

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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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Jonathan Richardson (london, 1665–1745)Portrait Of Hans Sloane Richardson Paint 18th Century Oil on canvas Old master, 1730-1745

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Portrait Of Hans Sloane Richardson Paint 18th Century Oil on canvas Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Jonathan Richardson (London 1665 – 1745) Portrait of Hans Sloane (Killyleagh 1660 – Chelsea 1753), British physician and naturalist Oil on canvas 127 x 104 cm. With an importa...

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Franciscus Gysbrechts (antwerp, 1649 – Leiden, 1677)Vanitas Still-Life Gysbrechts Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Art, 1665-1677

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Vanitas Still-Life Gysbrechts Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Art

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Franciscus Gysbrechts (Antwerp, 1649 – Leiden, c. 1677) Vanitas still life with a gilded helmet-shaped jug, a basin, musical instruments and prints Oil on canvas 81 x 57 cm. - F...

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Francesco Cairo (Milan 1607 – 1665)Queen Artemisia Cupid Cairo Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy, 1650-1699

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Queen Artemisia Cupid Cairo Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Francesco Cairo (Milan 1607 – 1665), workshop of Queen Artemisia with a Cupid Oil on canvas 129 x 109 cm – Framed 143 x 125 cm. Reference bibliography: Francesco Cairo 1607–1...

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Jean-Baptiste van Loo (Aix-en-Provence, 1684–1745)Portrait Noblewoman Van Loo Paint 18th Century Oil on canvas Old master French, 1720-1750

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Portrait Noblewoman Van Loo Paint 18th Century Oil on canvas Old master French

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Jean-Baptiste van Loo (Aix-en-Provence, 1684–1745) circle Portrait of a Lady Oil on canvas 93 x 77 cm. In antique frames (with imperfections) 103 x 87 cm. The painting depicts...

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Antoine Coypel (Paris, 1661–1722) Bathing Nymphs Coypel Paint 18th Century Oil on canvas Old master French school, 1700-1750

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Bathing Nymphs Coypel Paint 18th Century Oil on canvas Old master French school

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Antoine Coypel (Paris, 1661–1722) circle Diana Bathing with the Nymphs Oil on canvas 92 x 72 cm. - Framed: 109 x 91 cm. The scene, set in an outdoor mythological setting char...

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Jean-Baptiste van Loo (Aix-en-Provence, 1684–1745)Portrait Gentleman Van Loo Paint 18th Century Oil on canvas Old master French, 1710-1750

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Portrait Gentleman Van Loo Paint 18th Century Oil on canvas Old master French

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Jean-Baptiste van Loo (Aix-en-Provence, 1684–1745) entourage Portrait of a French Gentleman Oil on canvas 93 x 77 cm. In an antique frame (with imperfections) 103 x 87 cm. Th...

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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

Antonio Molinari (Venice, 1655–1704) Attributed to Samson and Delilah Oil on canvas 122 x 148 cm. - Framed 135 x 160 cm. The subject of this fine work is recounted in the Bi...

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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

Galizia Fede (Milan c. 1578 – c. 1630) Circle Victorious Judith Oil on canvas 116 x 91 cm. – In an antique frame 149 x 125 cm. The work depicts a captivating portrait of the ...

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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

Luigi Garzi (Rome, 1638 – Rome, 1721) Allegory of Time Unveiling Truth Oil on canvas (91 x 140 cm – Framed 107 x 155 cm) Work accompanied by an expert report by Dr. Arabella Ci...

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Antoine Caron (Beauvais, 1521 – Paris, 1599)Triumvirs Landscape Caron Paint 16/17th Century Oil on table Old master France, 1570-1620

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Triumvirs Landscape Caron Paint 16/17th Century Oil on table Old master France

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Antoine Caron (Beauvais, 1521 – Paris, 1599) workshop Massacre Ordered by the Triumvirs Oil on panel 48 x 77 cm. In frame 71 x 100 cm. The intriguing painting under consider...

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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

Claude Vignon (Tours, 1593 – Paris, 1670) Portrait of a singer in a doublet Circa 1625 Oil on canvas (105 x 79 cm. - In frame 120 x 94 cm.) The work has been the subject o...

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Astolfo Petrazzi (Siena, 1583–1665) Saint Sebastian Petrazzi Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Siena Art, 1600-1660

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Saint Sebastian Petrazzi Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Siena Art

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Saint Sebastian Attributed to Astolfo Petrazzi (Siena, 1583–1665) Oil on canvas 88 x 64 cm. Framed 98 x 76 cm. The painting in question depicts an intense portrait of Sain...

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Lucrina Fetti, née Giustina Fetti (Rome, c. 1590 – Mantua, 1673)Announcing Angel Fetti Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy Art, 1630-1670

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Announcing Angel Fetti Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Italy Art

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

The Announcing Angel Lucrina Fetti, née Giustina Fetti (Rome, c. 1590 – Mantua, 1673) attributed to Oil on canvas 75 x 62 cm. - Antique gilded wooden frame 87 x 74 cm. The wo...

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Pier Francesco Mola ‘il Ticinese’ (Coldrerio, 1612 – Rome, 1666)Temptations Of Saint Anthony Mola Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master, 1640-1699

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Temptations Of Saint Anthony Mola Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Pier Francesco Mola ‘il Ticinese’ (Coldrerio, 1612 – Rome, 1666) workshop The Temptations of Saint Anthony Oil on canvas 75 x 62 cm. - Framed (with defects) 82 x 71 cm. The the...

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Guido Reni (Bologna 1575–1642) Archangel Michael Reni Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas Old master Religious, 1650-1730

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Archangel Michael Reni Paint 17/18th Century Oil on canvas Old master Religious

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Archangel Michael Guido Reni (Bologna 1575–1642) Follower of 17th–18th century Oil on canvas 134 x 96 cm. - Framed 147 x 108 cm. The work in question, of excellent qual...

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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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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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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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17th Century Old Masters Interior Paintings

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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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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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Stefano Magnasco (Genoa, 1635–1673)Erminia Among The Shepherds Magnasco Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master, 1660-1699

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Erminia Among The Shepherds Magnasco Paint 17th Century Oil on canvas Old master

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Stefano Magnasco (Genoa, 1635–1673) Workshop Erminia Among the Shepherds Oil on canvas 97 x 122 cm. Framed: 113 x 137 cm. The painting depicted here illustrates the episode o...

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Scipione Pulzone (Gaeta, c. 1540 – Rome, 1598)Madonna Pulzone Paint 16th Century Oil on canvas Old master Religious Italy Art, 1550-1599

$14,156

Madonna Pulzone Paint 16th Century Oil on canvas Old master Religious Italy Art

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Scipione Pulzone (Gaeta, c. 1540 – Rome, 1598) Attributed to Madonna and Child, Saint John the Infant and Saint Elizabeth Oil on canvas 119 x 102 cm Frame: 130 x 114 cm This...

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16th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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

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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

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

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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

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

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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

Domenico Beccafumi (Monteaperti, 1486 – Siena, 1551) Madonna Beccafumi Paint 16/17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Religious Italy, 1540-1620

$13,113

Madonna Beccafumi Paint 16/17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Religious Italy

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Madonna and Child with the Infant Saint John Domenico Beccafumi (Monteaperti, 1486 – Siena, 1551) Workshop/Follower Oil on canvas 70 x 53 cm. Framed: 104 x 87 cm. Further r...

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16th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Alonso Sánchez Coello (Valencia, 1531 – Madrid, 1588)Portrait Noblewoman Coello Paint 16/17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Spain, 1560-1630

$14,305Sale Price|20% Off

Portrait Noblewoman Coello Paint 16/17th Century Oil on canvas Old master Spain

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Alonso Sánchez Coello (Valencia, 1531 – Madrid, 1588) Workshop of Portrait of a Noblewoman Oil on canvas 100 x 70 cm. - In an antique frame, 120 x 92 cm. This portrait, ric...

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16th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

Joseph van Bredael (Antwerp 1688 – Paris 1739)Winter Landscape Van Bredael Paint 1Century Oil on canvas Old master Flemish Art, 1710-1739

$10,490Sale Price|20% Off

Winter Landscape Van Bredael Paint 1Century Oil on canvas Old master Flemish Art

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Joseph van Bredael (Antwerp 1688 – Paris 1739) attributed to Winter Landscape with a Frozen Lake and Skaters Oil on canvas 98 x 98 cm. Framed: 112 x 112 cm. The setting for ...

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18th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

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Oil

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

$457

Old Town - Oil Paint by Pino Romanò - 1990s

By Pino Romanò

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

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

$9,417Sale Price|20% Off

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. with frame 92 x 78 cm. This valuable painting illustrates the piquant episode, ta...

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17th Century Old Masters Paintings

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Oil

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

$7,748Sale Price|20% Off

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

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

This is a particularly high-quality version of the famous ‘Saint Catherine’ painted by Guido Reni around 1606, which can now be admired in the collection of the Hunterian Art Gallery...

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17th Century Old Masters Paintings

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Oil

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

$22,054Sale Price|20% Off

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

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Godfrey Kneller (Lübeck 1646 – London 1723) Portrait of an English noblewoman, presumably Mary Capel, Countess of Essex (1679–1726) Oil on canvas 128 x 104 cm. In frame 146 x...

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17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Oil

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

$5,841Sale Price|20% Off

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

Francesco Zuccarelli (Pitigliano 1702 - Florence 1788), circle of Landscape with river and resting shepherds First half of the 18th century oil painting on canvas cm. 60 x 93, wit...

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18th Century Old Masters Paintings

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Oil

Francesco Tironi (Venice, Circa 1745 - 1797)Venice Landscape See Tironi Paint 18th Century Oil on canvas Old master Water, 1790

$11,291Sale Price|20% Off

Venice Landscape See Tironi Paint 18th Century Oil on canvas Old master Water

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Francesco Tironi (Venice, circa 1745 - 1797) View of Venice with the Church of S. Geremia and the Ponte delle Guglie oil on canvas 59 x 75 cm. - with frame 72 x 88 cm. Work a...

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18th Century Old Masters Paintings

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Oil

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

$11,767Sale Price|20% Off

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

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Angelo Solimena (Canale di Serino 1629 - Barra, 1716) Multiplication of the Loaves and Fishes Oil on canvas 60 x 102 cm Framed 76 x 116 cm Work accompanied by an expert repo...

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17th Century Old Masters Paintings

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Oil

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

$8,201Sale Price|20% Off

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

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Francesco Solimena (Canale di Serino 1657 - Barra 1747) workshop/circle The Allegory of Europe oil on canvas 102 x 76 cm. - with frame: 119 x 92 cm. The work, which can be placed ...

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18th Century Old Masters Paintings

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Oil

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

$10,490Sale Price|20% Off

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

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Gabriele Bella (Venice 1730 – Venice 1799) attributed View of Venice with the Guglie bridge (or the Cannaregio bridge, as it was formerly called) circa 1750/60 oil on canvas, ...

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18th Century Old Masters Paintings

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Oil

Francesco Tironi (Venice, Circa 1745 - 1797)View Venice Landscape Tironi 18th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Italy, 1780-1790

$11,325Sale Price|20% Off

View Venice Landscape Tironi 18th Century Paint Oil on canvas Old master Italy

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Francesco Tironi (Venice, circa 1745 - 1797) View of Venice with the entrance to Cannaregio oil on canvas 59 x 75 cm with frame 72 x 88 cm Work accompanied by a descriptive n...

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18th Century Old Masters Paintings

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Oil

Italian 17th Century Old MasterCherubim Hovering Woman in Wilderness 17th Century Italian Old Master Oil, 17th century

$2,433Sale Price|20% Off

Cherubim Hovering Woman in Wilderness 17th Century Italian Old Master Oil

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Italian School, 17th century oil on canvas (laid on board), framed framed: 15 x 21 inches board: 14 x 20 inches provenance: private collection, France condition: very good and sound ...

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17th Century Baroque Figurative Paintings

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Oil

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

$5,841Sale Price|20% Off

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

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Frans Pourbus (Bruges, 1545 - Antwerp, 1581) circle Portrait of a gentleman in Renaissance dress with a black doublet and ruff Late 16th century Oil on canvas 46 x 32 cm. - 65 x 53...

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16th Century Old Masters Paintings

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Oil

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

$11,683Sale Price|20% Off

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

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Guido Reni (Bologna 1575 - 1642) Workshop of Saint Catherine of Alexandria (full details LINK) Oil on canvas Measurements (cm): 96 x 73 - with frame 112 x 88 This splendid work dep...

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17th Century Old Masters Paintings

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Oil

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

$5,364Sale Price|20% Off

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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17th Century Old Masters Paintings

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Oil

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Questions About Old Paint

What are old paintings called?
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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 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 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.
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?
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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?
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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.
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.