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Old State House

Old State House

By Patrick Pietropoli

Located in Boston, MA

Drawing inspiration from the style of old masters such as Titian and Velasquez, Pietropoli creates grand figural compositions and cityscapes.

Category

2010s Paintings

Materials

Copper

"Old boiler house"
"Old boiler house"

"Old boiler house"

By Vladyslav Kazachenko

Located in Edinburgh, GB

The old boiler house is located high in the mountains.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

An Old Friend

An Old Friend

By Joseph Gilgun

Located in Nottingham, GB

Original artwork, Oil on canvas. Artwork is obtained directly from the Artist Studio. Professionally stretched onto a wooden bracket at our Framing company. Exhibited in perfect cond...

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pair of Flemish Old Master Portraits by Melchior Brassauw
Pair of Flemish Old Master Portraits by Melchior Brassauw

Pair of Flemish Old Master Portraits by Melchior Brassauw

Located in London, GB

Pair of Flemish Old Master Portraits by Melchior Brassauw Brassauw, Melchior (Flemish, 1709–1757) Flemish, first half of the 18th century Panel: height 15cm, width 13cm Frame: height...

Category

18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

17th-Century Dutch Pastoral Scene Figures Cattle Goats in a Bucolic Landscape
17th-Century Dutch Pastoral Scene Figures Cattle Goats in a Bucolic Landscape

17th-Century Dutch Pastoral Scene Figures Cattle Goats in a Bucolic Landscape

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Pastoral Scene with Figures Dutch Old Master, 17th century oil on canvas, framed Framed: 16.5 x 24 inches Canvas : 13 x 21 inches Provenance: private collection, UK Condition: very g...

Category

17th Century Baroque Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

“The Old Mill”
“The Old Mill”

“The Old Mill”

Located in Warren, NJ

This is an Douglas Elliot (1916-2016) original oil on board “The Old Mill”. In good condition measures 31x27

Category

20th Century Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Old Homestead

The Old Homestead

By Guido Frick

Located in Austin, TX

Title: "The Old Homestead" Artist: Guido Frick Medium: Oil paint on canvas Size: 24" x 30"

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Old house. Chamzinka
Old house. Chamzinka

Old house. Chamzinka

By Simon Kozhin

Located in Zofingen, AG

I did not immediately see this old house on the outskirts of the village. Walking around the village in the summer I saw a wooden house smeared with clay on one side.

Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil, Cardboard

Peasants Carousing outside an Inn, Old Master Painting
Peasants Carousing outside an Inn, Old Master Painting

Peasants Carousing outside an Inn, Old Master Painting

Located in Stockholm, SE

Condition report: The painting is in fine overall condition and has recently been examined and attended to by a conservator. The old varnish has been retained. Please contact us for ...

Category

1620s Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oak, Oil, Wood Panel

Behind the old door
Behind the old door

Behind the old door

Located in Edinburgh, GB

Old architecture preserves a special silence. It retains the traces of time, sunbeams on stone, worn walls and doors where life once bustled. Here, reality seems to dissolve in the ...

Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Old World
The Old World

The Old World

By Russell Cowles

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Woodland Magic and Old World each in their own way, win this denotation.

Category

1940s Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

SO OLD SYSTEM
SO OLD SYSTEM

SO OLD SYSTEM

By Christophe Stouvenel

Located in Saint-Didier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Freedom is probably what characterizes the most "Kiki" or Christophe Stouvenel: collage, acrylic, aerosol can, on signs, old posters recovered or even a foosball, his creativity has ...

Category

2010s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Glue, Spray Paint, Stencil

The Old Samovar
The Old Samovar

The Old Samovar

Located in Milford, NH

Oil on canvas, signed lower left, title inscribed on verso exhibition label “The Old Samovar,” and housed in a carved painted Newcomb-Macklin frame.

Category

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Old Church

The Old Church

By Michael DeVore

Located in Denver, CO

The Old Church, 2016

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Art

Materials

Oil, Panel

Old Master Painting Called Christ at the Column
Old Master Painting Called Christ at the Column

Old Master Painting Called Christ at the Column

Located in Stockholm, SE

Follower of Gerard Seghers (1591-1651) Christ at the Column oil on wood panel c. 1700s unframed 19.5 × 14 cm Provenance: Originally in the collection of Dr. Axel Munthe (1857–1949...

Category

18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Old snowed factory
Old snowed factory

Old snowed factory

By Juan Álvarez Cebrián

Located in CAMPO REAL, ES

In this oil painting, the viewer encounters a serene and nostalgic scene: old barns or granaries in ruins, covered by a blanket of snow. The snow, omnipresent, transforms the landsca...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil, Wood Panel

“Best old friends”
“Best old friends”

“Best old friends”

Located in Warren, NJ

Richard Zolan original painting signed in front and back. In good condition. Measures 28x23

Category

20th Century Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Old Courthouse
The Old Courthouse

The Old Courthouse

By Charles Quest

Located in Missouri, MO

The Old Courthouse, 1968 By. Charles Quest (American, 1904-1993) Signed and Dated Lower Left 32 x 44 inches 38.25 x 50.25 inches with frame Born in Troy, New York, Charles Quest was...

Category

20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Creator Oil Painting on Canvas, Figurative, Old Masters Style, 2010+

Creator Oil Painting on Canvas, Figurative, Old Masters Style, 2010+

By Bruno Surdo

Located in Chicago, IL

Creator, is a sly and self-aware meditation on authorship, identity, and performance. Bruno Surdo presents the figure seated in a commanding yet relaxed pose, dressed in a pale suit ...

Category

2010s Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Old Town, Geneva
Old Town, Geneva

Old Town, Geneva

By Harry Urban

Located in Genève, GE

Work on wood Beige wooden frame 44 x 54 x 4 cm

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Old Couple
The Old Couple

The Old Couple

By Joseph Csatari

Located in Fort Washington, PA

Medium: Oil on Canvas Dimensions: 21.00" x 28.00" Signature: Signed Lower Left Book cover, The Old Couple.

Category

Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Whispers of Old Trees
Whispers of Old Trees

Whispers of Old Trees

Located in Zofingen, AG

Whispers of Old Trees is a dialogue between the past and the present, a search for stability within one's roots. Slender birch trunks receding into the misty distance and a rhythm of...

Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Old Gray, Original Painting
Old Gray, Original Painting

Old Gray, Original Painting

By Robert Hofherr

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Artist Robert Hofherr shares that certain structures framed by trees often suggest strong compositional possibilities, as seen in this scene. The style and sett...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

In an old garden
In an old garden

In an old garden

Located in Edinburgh, GB

The sketch depicts a standing, full-length nude young woman seen from behind, positioned atop a sculptural pedestal. The pedestal features intricate depictions of flower vases. The e...

Category

Late 20th Century Realist Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Old Orchard, Buckingham"
"Old Orchard, Buckingham"

"Old Orchard, Buckingham"

By Joseph Barrett

Located in Lambertville, NJ

This little studio, containing cans of old brushes and hundreds of used paint tubes, is reminiscent of something found in a turn of the century photograph.

Category

Late 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Old Master Oil on Wood 17th Century Flemish Netherlands Holland
Old Master Oil on Wood 17th Century Flemish Netherlands Holland

Old Master Oil on Wood 17th Century Flemish Netherlands Holland

Located in Eltville am Rhein, DE

Dutch Master 17th Century Farmer at the Well with Goats and Cows Oil on Wood Size: approx. 48 x 63 cm Frame: 68 x 83 cm Age-related condition, old restorations (see photos) Viewing...

Category

17th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Painting 19th century old master rural daily life
Painting 19th century old master rural daily life

Painting 19th century old master rural daily life

By Henri-Joseph Castaing

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

CASTAING Henri Joseph (1860-1918) Young girl at the source Oil on canvas signed low left Frame gilded with gold leaves Dim canvas : 100 X 66 cm Dim frame : 121 X 86 cm CASTAING Henr...

Category

1890s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Old Master 17th Century Male Nude Zeus and Ganymede
Old Master 17th Century Male Nude Zeus and Ganymede

Old Master 17th Century Male Nude Zeus and Ganymede

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite 19th Century Old Master Oil painting depicts Zeus enshrouded and Ganymede, the most beautiful of mortals and a hero of the Trojan War, as his cup bearer. Artist Unkn...

Category

17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

RISING OLD TOWN
RISING OLD TOWN

RISING OLD TOWN

By Audrey Barrett

Located in Three Oaks, MI

Audrey Barrett grew up in Queens, New York. It was there that her fascination with urban landscape began. Audrey, a self-taught artist, studied art history and became known for her l...

Category

2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Old House, New Canaan
Old House, New Canaan

Old House, New Canaan

By Robert Emmett Owen

Located in New York, NY

Robert Emmett Owen, best known for his New England landscapes featuring old farmhouses, winding roads, and covered bridges, began his career contributing pen-and-ink drawings to Life...

Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Autumn Old Cars
Autumn Old Cars

Autumn Old Cars

By Carl Bretzke

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

Carl Bretzke is a representational painter who specializes in urban scenes and plein-aire landscapes. Carl's work has been exhibited extensively in Minnesota and California, includin...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

"The Old Pasture"
"The Old Pasture"

"The Old Pasture"

By William Langson Lathrop

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Jim’s of Lambertville is proud to offer this artwork. Signed lower right. Complemented by a hand carved and gilt frame. William L. Lathrop (1859-1938) Deemed “Father of the Ne...

Category

20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Laundry Day Oil Painting on Canvas, Old Masters Style, 40x30 in

Laundry Day Oil Painting on Canvas, Old Masters Style, 40x30 in

By Bruno Surdo

Located in Chicago, IL

Laundry Day turns an ordinary street façade into a tender meditation on place, routine, and the quiet theater of everyday life. Surdo fixes his attention on a weathered building with...

Category

2010s Old Masters Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"An Old Clearing"

"An Old Clearing"

By John Francis Murphy

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Jim’s of Lambertville is proud to offer this artwork. Signed and dated lower left. John Francis Murphy (1853 - 1921) John Francis Murphy is increasingly recognized today as one o...

Category

1910s Tonalist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Icarus Oil Painting on Canvas, Old Masters Style, 12x16 in, 2026

Icarus Oil Painting on Canvas, Old Masters Style, 12x16 in, 2026

By Bruno Surdo

Located in Chicago, IL

Icarus takes one of the most enduring myths in Western art and distills it into a concentrated image of ambition, beauty, and peril. Rather than depicting the dramatic fall itself, B...

Category

2010s Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Canine of Florence, Oil on Canvas, Old Masters Style, 2026

The Canine of Florence, Oil on Canvas, Old Masters Style, 2026

By Bruno Surdo

Located in Chicago, IL

The Canine of Florence is a deceptively simple painting that reveals a great deal about Bruno Surdo’s sensibility. At its center is a small white dog crossing a sunlit cloister, but ...

Category

2010s Old Masters Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Agape Oil Painting on Canvas, Old Masters Style, 40x30 in, 2026

Agape Oil Painting on Canvas, Old Masters Style, 40x30 in, 2026

By Bruno Surdo

Located in Chicago, IL

Agape Seen from behind, the seated dog becomes an image of unconditional love. The title lifts the painting into philosophical territory, invoking a form of love that is selfless and...

Category

2010s Old Masters Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Memories. The Old Carpet
Memories. The Old Carpet

Memories. The Old Carpet

By Iryna Bondar

Located in Zofingen, AG

In the figurative work "Memories. The Old Carpet," memory is explored as a visual layer — organic, colorful, and warm.
At the center sits a contemplative female figure, faceless yet ...

Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Old Master Painting from Cuzco School, Portrait Oil Painting, 18th Century
Old Master Painting from Cuzco School, Portrait Oil Painting, 18th Century

Old Master Painting from Cuzco School, Portrait Oil Painting, 18th Century

Located in PARIS, FR

The painting presents the young Saint John in a tender, contemplative pose characteristic of Cuzco School iconography. Typical of the period, the composition likely features rich, wa...

Category

18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of a Lady, 17th Century Flemish Oil Old Masters
Portrait of a Lady, 17th Century Flemish Oil Old Masters

Portrait of a Lady, 17th Century Flemish Oil Old Masters

By Jacob Huysmans

Located in London, GB

Jacob Huysmans Flemish 1633 - 1696 Portrait of a Lady Oil on canvas Image size: 49 x 40 ¼ inches Gilt frame Huysmans was born in Antwerp and came to England during the reign o...

Category

17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

The Old Steamboat Barn
The Old Steamboat Barn

The Old Steamboat Barn

By Jennifer Johnson

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Original oil painting on canvas by artist Jennifer Johnson. Framed.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rusty Old American Dream
Rusty Old American Dream

Rusty Old American Dream

Located in Atlanta, GA

Justice is known for his large, bold, sweeping abstractions and floral paintings as well as his patriotic “Freedom Of Speech” series where he implements a physical American Flag in ...

Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Adhesive, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel

The last rays (old pond)
The last rays (old pond)

The last rays (old pond)

By Dmitry Spiros

Located in Zofingen, AG

acrylic, canvas 66CM X 88CM (26" x 34.7") 2025 The beauty of the evening light, pond with water lilies fills the picture of elegance, the blue tones add a depth of feeling in the pi...

Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic

Above the Old Town
Above the Old Town

Above the Old Town

By Miles Cole

Located in Deddington, GB

Above the Old Town By Miles Cole [2018] original Oil Paint on Canvas Image size: H:66 cm x W:81 cm Complete Size of Unframed Work: H:66 cm x W:81 cm x D:2cm Frame Size: H:71 cm x W:...

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Old Flame (Abstract painting)
Old Flame (Abstract painting)

Old Flame (Abstract painting)

By Emily Berger

Located in London, GB

Old Flame (Abstract painting) Oil on wood - Unframed.

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil

Old Flame (Abstract painting)
Old Flame (Abstract painting)

Old Flame (Abstract painting)

By Emily Berger

Located in London, GB

Old Flame (Abstract painting) Oil on wood - Unframed.

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil

Old Masters European Antique Oval Portrait of a Woman
Old Masters European Antique Oval Portrait of a Woman

Old Masters European Antique Oval Portrait of a Woman

By (After) Peter Paul Rubens

Located in Wilton Manors, FL

Beautiful portrait of a young woman in the manner of Peter Paul Rubens. Oil on oval canvas measuring 12 7/8 x 16 inches. Unsigned. Canvas was originally painted for rectangular for...

Category

Early 19th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

1600s Baroque Spiritual Ghosts Supernatural Intense Figures Medieval Old Masters
1600s Baroque Spiritual Ghosts Supernatural Intense Figures Medieval Old Masters

1600s Baroque Spiritual Ghosts Supernatural Intense Figures Medieval Old Masters

By Abraham WIllemsens

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"The Fortune Teller" is an original oil painting on canvas by Abraham Willemsens, Maitre aux Beguins (Master of the Hats). It depicts a fortune teller seated at a table with his clie...

Category

Mid-17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Arcadian Italian Landscape - Old Master 17thC French oil painting herdsman sheep
Arcadian Italian Landscape - Old Master 17thC French oil painting herdsman sheep

Arcadian Italian Landscape - Old Master 17thC French oil painting herdsman sheep

By (Attributed to) Gaspard Dughet

Located in Hagley, England

A delicate oil on canvas landscape capriccio of an Arcadian landscape with figures and sheep and goats in the foreground. A stormy sky and blasted tree populate the landscape and the...

Category

17th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Old Town Wuxi, Oil Painting
Old Town Wuxi, Oil Painting

Old Town Wuxi, Oil Painting

By Shuxing Fan

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A crowd walks through downtown Wuxi, China, beneath bright red lanterns strung overhead. Traditional Chinese architecture surrounds the street, blending the cha...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

European Old Master, Monumental Biblical Scene, Antique Oil in Heavy Frame
European Old Master, Monumental Biblical Scene, Antique Oil in Heavy Frame

European Old Master, Monumental Biblical Scene, Antique Oil in Heavy Frame

Located in Berlin, DE

An imposing antique oil painting depicting a richly detailed biblical gathering. Measuring 114 × 176 cm without its frame, this large composition combines ceremonial splendour, drama...

Category

18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Old Spring Down Water
Old Spring Down Water

Old Spring Down Water

By Kevin Gillentine

Located in Atlanta, GA

Kevin Gillentine is a master of the atmospheric landscape, created from subtle tonal gradations and a limited range of colors. In all his paintings, lighting effects create a mood of...

Category

2010s Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, 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.

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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.

Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.

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Questions About Old Paint

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.