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Hunt Slonem Black White Silver Owls Oil Painting 'Owls New Port'
By Hunt Slonem
Located in White Plains, NY
Available at Madelyn Jordon Fine Art. 'Owls New Port' by Hunt Slonem, 2024. Oil on wood, 35 x 26
Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil

Monument Fragile, Abstract Owl Oil Painting, Earth Tone Color Palette, Nature
By Eric Robitaille
Located in Dallas, TX
"Monument Fragile" is a dynamic and contemporary painting by Eric Robitaille depicting an Owl with
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Impressionist Monochrome Oil Painting "Night Owl"
Located in Cape Town, ZA
A unique oil painting, drawing heavily from the post-impressionist movement. A beautiful, gloomy
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Owl Canyon Rocks, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel
By Nanci Erskine
Located in Yardley, PA
This dynamic little painting was done on site- my friend and I loved going out to explore the
Category

2010s Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Little Owl" Contemporary Dutch Oil Painting of an Owl inspired by Fabritius
By Paul Jansen
Located in Utrecht, NL
The oil paintings of the contemporary Dutch artist Paul Jansen invites the viewer to look beyond
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Three Owls - Figurative Animal Oil Painting, Magical Realism
By Aleksandra Bujnowska
Located in Salzburg, AT
. Born 1979 in Warsaw. Works in painting and photography. Between 2001and 2006 she studied at the Warsaw
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"Owls" Original Gold, Black & Green Oil painting in Vintage Frame
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Greenwich, CT
Hunt Slonem - Owls Original Framed Oil Painting. Signed on Verso. Our Gallery works directly with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Hunt Slonem "Hoot" Neoexpressionist Owl Framed Oil on Panel Painting
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Hoot" is a framed oil painting on wood by Hunt Slonem, depicting a singular owl in painterly
Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Paint, Wood Panel, Panel, Oil

One Owl One Mouse - Figurative Animal Oil Painting, Magical Realism
By Aleksandra Bujnowska
Located in Salzburg, AT
. Born 1979 in Warsaw. Works in painting and photography. Between 2001and 2006 she studied at the Warsaw
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Owl
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Slonem, Hunt Title: Owl Date: 2023 Medium: Oil on Wood Unframed Dimensions: 10" x 8
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Owl
Owl
H 16 in W 14 in
Realistic Figurative Painting, "Owl's Serenade"
Located in San Diego, CA
This is an original one of a kind figurative oil painting by southern California artist, Jess Perna
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"El otro encuentro" - owl, nature, figurative, oil painting, green, blue, brown
Located in Ciudad de México, MX
surreal landscape inhabited by these magical beings that could exist in other realities. The owl is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Naturalistic Animal Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Owl
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Denver, CO
Inspired by nature and his 60 pet birds, Hunt Slonem is renowned for his distinct neo-expressionist style. He is best known for his series of bunnies, butterflies and tropical birds,...
Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Oil

Owl
H 10 in W 8 in
Green Man with Owl - British Welsh Abstract art oil painting nature country
By Glyn Morgan
Located in London, GB
the Green Man with Owl. Signed and dated lower right. Provenance. Artist's collection. Condition. Oil
Category

1990s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Untitled Owls
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Slonem, Hunt Title: Untitled Owls Date: 2024 Medium: Oil on Panel Unframed Dimensions
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Red Owls
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Slonem, Hunt Title: Red Owls Date: 2024 Medium: Oil on Panel Unframed Dimensions: 46" x
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Red Owls
H 59.5 in W 40 in
Owl Albania
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Slonem, Hunt Title: Owl Albania Date: 2023 Medium: Oil on Panel Unframed Dimensions: 39
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pair Owls
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Slonem, Hunt Title: Pair Owls Date: 2023 Medium: Oil on Panel Unframed Dimensions: 29.5
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Owl, Goddess Laxmi's Consort, Oil & Acrylic Painting, Blue, Yellow"In Stock"
By Shuvaprasanna Bhattacharya
Located in Kolkata, West Bengal
Shuvaprasanna Bhattacharya - The Owl - 30 x 30 inches (unframed size) Oil & Acrylic on Canvas
Category

2010s Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Owl
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Slonem, Hunt Title: Owl Date: 2023 Medium: Oil on Canvas Unframed Dimensions: 10" x 8
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Owl
Owl
H 15.5 in W 13.5 in
"Owl by Night" A Post-War Expressionistic Oil Painting by British Joseph Duncan
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Introducing a beautifully gripping post-war oil painting by British artist Joseph Duncan. Within
Category

1960s Post-War Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Owl
By Michael Dickter
Located in Denver, CO
This is an owl's portrait. The owl is sitting in the right hand side of composition. Behind the owl
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

Double Owl
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Denver, CO
Inspired by nature and his 60 pet birds, Hunt Slonem is renowned for his distinct neo-expressionist style. He is best known for his series of bunnies, butterflies and tropical birds,...
Category

2010s Neo-Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Oil

Owls Belle Terre
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Slonem, Hunt Title: Owls Belle Terre Date: 2024 Medium: Oil on Canvas Unframed
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Owl November 1
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Slonem, Hunt Title: Owl November 1 Date: 2023 Medium: Oil on Wood Unframed Dimensions
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Owl Sighting
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Slonem, Hunt Title: Amy’s Owl Series: Birds Date: 2023 Medium: Oil on Wood Unframed
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Amy's Owl
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Slonem, Hunt Title: Amy's Owl Date: 2022 Medium: Oil on Wood Unframed Dimensions: 10
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Amy's Owl
Amy's Owl
H 21.5 in W 19.5 in
Hoot Owl
Located in Provincetown, MA
, hearts, birds, owls, lovers, and flowers transformed found items into singular works of art that read as
Category

Late 20th Century American Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Hoot Owl
Hoot Owl
H 32 in W 26 in
Two Owls, 20th Century Purple & Green Owls
By Joseph O'Sickey
Located in Beachwood, OH
Owls Oil on board 15 x 10.5 inches Joseph O'Sickey, born in Detroit in 1918, was a painter and teacher
Category

20th Century Post-Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Owl Light
Located in Crested Butte, CO
Owl Light is part of the “Path to Eminence” series by Meghan Wilbar. During the pandemic, the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Owl Light
H 10 in W 11 in D 2 in
Owl Deep Forest, 2023
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
tropical landscapes that would influence his unique style. After graduating with a degree in painting
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil

Night Owl
By Scott Daniel Ellison
Located in New York, NY
Oil and acrylic on panel Signed, titled, and dated, verso This artwork is offered by ClampArt
Category

2010s Other Art Style Figurative Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Panel, Oil

Owl and Moon
Located in West Des Moines, IA
A small owl sits alone on a spindling tree branch. The owl has large amber-colored eyes and a tan
Category

2010s Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Owls On White 4
Located in Napa, CA
Josh Brown has had a lifetime interest in creating art, most notably through his depiction of animals. He swiftly captures the mood of his subjects and brings the personality of each...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic

Owls On White 4
H 24 in W 24 in D 1.5 in
Northern Spotted Owl
By Adrienne Sherman
Located in Burlingame, CA
The original painting by Adrienne Sherman in oil on panel with a lacquer-like luster. depicting a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil, Wood Panel

Fish and Owl
By Alex Lazard
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
Medium: Oil on linoleum This ceiling to floor large scale classic work is a masterpiece by one
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Fish and Owl
Fish and Owl
H 57.09 in W 68.9 in
Hound Owl Deep in the Forest
By Hunt Slonem
Located in Boston, MA
Artist: Slonem, Hunt Title: Hound Owl Deep in the Forest Series: Owls Date: 2022 Medium: Oil
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Rising - Surreal Landscape with Row of Trees and Owl, Oil on Panel
By John Hrehov
Located in Chicago, IL
painting entitled "Rising". The owl is central to the sparse landscape peeking out of it's home in the
Category

2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

Still life with Oranges and Owls, Oil On Canvas, Floral, Interior, Still life
Located in Deddington, GB
Still Life with Oranges and Owls is an Original Painting by Eleanor Woolley. Painted in the
Category

2010s Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Inappetent Owl - Grotesque Scene with Owl and Swan - Late 17th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Ajaccio (Corse). The other painting, depicting an owl, a swan, a lobster among other animals and deformed
Category

Late 17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Ambrosia, Owl #9 “The Wise Guys” series, Pop contemporary blue bird painting
By Apostolos Chantzaras
Located in Dallas, TX
Ambrosia, Owl #9 from "The Wise Guys" series is a poppy and fun painting on Fabriano paper
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Archival Paper

Democritus, The Wise Guys, Owl #3 series, Pop contemporary blue bird painting
By Apostolos Chantzaras
Located in Dallas, TX
Democritus, The Wise Guys, Owl #3 series is an iconic Greek Owl painting on Fabriano paper. The
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic, Archival Paper

Eleanor Woolley, Still Life with Owls, Impressionist Style Still Life Painting
By Eleanor Woolley
Located in Deddington, GB
Still Life with Owls is an Original Painting by Eleanor Woolley. This Still Life is an arrangement
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Master of the Tundra, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
The Arctic owl, also know as the Snowy Owl in full flight with it's expansive wings spread to their
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Caught in the Act, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Gill Bustamante
Located in Yardley, PA
Caught in the Act is a very large oil painting of an idyllic alpine scene exploding out of a deep
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

K. Herold J. Danish artist. Oil on canvas. Composition with owls.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
K. Herold J. Danish artist. Oil on canvas. Composition with owls. In perfect condition. Signed
Category

20th Century Danish Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Vintage French Modernist Jean Lurcat Watercolor Painting Mod Blue and Orange Owl
By Jean Lurçat
Located in Surfside, FL
period he abandoned oil painting in favour of poster paints. The Musée National d'Art Moderne (National
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Watercolor, Lithograph

The World under the Wings of a Green Owl
Located in Barcelona, ES
Oil painting on canvas.
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Early 20th Century Oil on Canvas Owl & Birds of Paradise by Gustav Penzyna
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Invigorating Oil on Canvas by Gustav Penzyna. Birds of paradise in a Tree with a long eared owl
Category

Early 20th Century French Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Child With Owl, blue wire and oil on canvas with white frame - sculpural art
By Fiona Morley
Located in Dallas, TX
Born in Hereford, England, Fiona Morley’s artwork is a combination of illustration and sculptural relief that is achieved with wire, as the line can be taken off the page and into sp...
Category

2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Wire

The Power of Good, original oil painting by Tetiana Pchelnykova
Located in Sempach, LU
unique oil-acrylic paintings in her own mixed media technique. Tetiana holds a certificate from MoMa
Category

2010s Contemporary Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

RESCUER WITH OWLS, RABBITS, & A FERAL GOAT - Contemporary Realism / Wildlife
By Patricia Traub
Located in New York, NY
Patricia Traub explores the tenuous relationship between humans and the animals that can be loving companions, predators, or prey. She paints nude or partly clothed human figures in...
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Still Life with Table and Pheasant & Owl, Blue Exterior & Interior tablescape
By Joseph O'Sickey
Located in Beachwood, OH
Life with Pheasant and Owl Oil and pastel on canvas Signed lower left 60 x 72 inches 62.5 x 74.5 inches
Category

Late 20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Pastel, Oil

Ural Owl 1975 - Expressionist art animal watercolour gouache bird painting
By Aubrey Williams
Located in London, GB
/gouache painting of an Ural Owl and painted in 1975. Williams has recently been reassessed by the Tate and
Category

1970s Expressionist Animal Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

"Shaman" Mixed Media Figurative Painting Oil onLinen Contemporary Art In-Stock
By Alex Lazard
Located in Queretaro, Queretaro
This 210 cm by 220 cm mixed media large-scale painting is one of Lazard's most iconic paintings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Linen, Mixed Media, Oil

The Owl, Acrylic & Charcoal on Canvas by Modern Indian Artist “In Stock”
By Shuvaprasanna Bhattacharya
Located in Kolkata, West Bengal
Shuvaprasanna Bhattacharya - The Owl Oil Acrylic & Charcoal on Canvas 48 x 48 inches (unframed
Category

Early 2000s Modern Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Charcoal, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic

French or Swiss school Lanscape mountains Late 19th Flood scene river lake owl
Located in PARIS, FR
French or Swiss school of the 19th century Oil on canvas 37 x 52 cm (47.5 x 62.5 cm with frame
Category

Late 19th Century French School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique Oil Painting "Sacrifice to Minerva" Odoardo Vicinelli Letterfourie 18thC
Located in London, GB
A large antique oil on canvas painting entitled "Sacrifice to Minerva", circle of Francesco
Category

Antique 1750s Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Harlequin Lady and Her Owl - Color Drawing by Amalia Schulthess
Located in Pasadena, CA
her technique. At this time, she was primarily painting with oil and drawing with pastels and colored
Category

1940s Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

Materials

Paper, Color Pencil

"Offering, " Morris Graves, American Modernism, Owl, Bird, Gift, Present
By Morris Graves
Located in New York, NY
with 30 of his works. His painting, much influenced by Oriental art, has much symbolism* and elements
Category

1950s Modern Animal Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Gold Leaf

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  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
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    Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
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    Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
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    An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
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    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

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    You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
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    Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.

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    To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.

    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.

    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
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    Oils typically command higher prices than acrylic paintings, because they generally require more skill.

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    Yes, Cy Twombly did use oil paint, although his method was quite unique. He would run his fingers in the paint to create channels, and would then use oil paint in ‘globs’. House paint overtop would then merge the paints into a completed piece. Shop a selection of Cy Twombly’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

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