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Vintage Purvis Young Abstract Paint on Wood
By Purvis Young
Located in west palm beach, FL
This Vintage Purvis Young painting is a unique abstract painted on wood. The yellow camel like
Category

Mid-20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Russian Icon Painted on Wood with Russian Religious Scenes
Located in Marbella, ES
Russian Icon Painted on Wood with Russian Religious Scenes
Category

Antique 19th Century Russian Paintings

Materials

Wood

Russian Icon Painted on Wood with Russian Religious Scenes
Russian Icon Painted on Wood with Russian Religious Scenes
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H 16.15 in W 14.57 in D 0.99 in
"Strength"-Spray Paint on Wood
By Jeremy Novy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Jeremy Novy’s unique brand of street art is ripe with thoughtful social examinations. Novy has combated a homophobic lack of representation with a celebration of gay iconography, bri...
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Spray Paint, Wood

"Viral Shock" - Flashe and Spray Paint on Wood Panel
By Kymm Swank
Located in West Hollywood, CA
streets offers constant inspiration. "Viral Shock" - Flashe and Spray Paint on Wood Panel 12x12 is and
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Wood, Spray Paint

Francesco Netti Painted on Wood
Located in bari, IT
Francesco Netti, (Santeramo in Colle (Bari) 1832-Naples 1894) Oil on the table The work is accompanied by a study by Prof. Christine Farese Sperken. Francesco Netti spends almost fif...
Category

Antique 1850s Italian Other Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Francesco Netti Painted on Wood
Francesco Netti Painted on Wood
H 18.12 in W 8.27 in D 2.37 in
Late 19th Century Italian Screen Four Panels Paint on Wood
Located in palm beach, FL
Four screen rectangular paravent. The panels are painted on wood . The upper part is in the shape
Category

Antique 1880s Italian Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood

Opera or Theatre Hand-Painted on Wood Dummy Boards, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Large hand-painted on wood figural dummy boards from a theatre or opera production. American, early
Category

Antique 19th Century American Paintings

Materials

Wood

Lester Gaba Hand-Painted on Wood Chicken with Eggs, Lilly Dache Collection
By Lester Gaba
Located in Westport, CT
Lester Gaba hand-painted on wood, whimsical painting of chicken made of eggs , from the collection
Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Paintings

Materials

Brass

" Pink Koi "-Spray Paint on Wood
By Jeremy Novy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Jeremy Novy’s unique brand of street art is ripe with thoughtful social examinations. Novy has combated a homophobic lack of representation with a celebration of gay iconography, bri...
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Spray Paint, Wood

"Divine"-Stencil & Spray Paint on Wood
By Jeremy Novy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Jeremy Novy’s unique brand of street art is ripe with thoughtful social examinations. Novy has combated a homophobic lack of representation with a celebration of gay iconography, bri...
Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Spray Paint, Wood, Stencil

Arman, Yellowciped, Sliced Bicycle, Acrylic Paint on Wood Panel, 1991
By Arman
Located in Miami, FL
Sliced Bicycle with acrylic paint on wood panel 51.18 x 76.77 x 12.99 in. 130 x 195 x 33 cm The piece
Category

2010s Still-life Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Wood Panel

"Tranquility" Framed One-of-a-Kind Mixed Media Over Paint on Wood
By Itzchak Tarkay
Located in Chatsworth, CA
"Tranquility" is a one-of-a-kind mixed media over paint on wood by Itzchak Tarkay (1935-2012), hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Wood, Mixed Media

"Tranquility" Framed One-of-a-Kind Mixed Media Over Paint on Wood
By Itzchak Tarkay
Located in Chatsworth, CA
"Tranquility" is a one-of-a-kind mixed media over paint on wood by Itzchak Tarkay (1935-2012), hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Wood, Mixed Media

Pair of Italian 17th Century Oil Painted on Wood Still Life Paintings
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful pair of Italian 17th century oil painted on wood still life paintings. Each painting is
Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Wood

"Sharing, " Oil Paint on Wood Panel, 2007
By Yoko Tanaka
Located in Chicago, IL
, residing in spare, sometimes fanciful, settings. In her oil on wood panel piece entitled “Sharing,” two
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

"Green Koi 1"-Spray Paint on Wood
By Jeremy Novy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Jeremy Novy’s unique brand of street art is ripe with thoughtful social examinations. Novy has combated a homophobic lack of representation with a celebration of gay iconography, bri...
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Spray Paint, Wood

" Green Koi 2"-Spray Paint on Wood
By Jeremy Novy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Jeremy Novy’s unique brand of street art is ripe with thoughtful social examinations. Novy has combated a homophobic lack of representation with a celebration of gay iconography, bri...
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Spray Paint, Wood

"Red Koi 1 "-Spray Paint on Wood
By Jeremy Novy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Jeremy Novy’s unique brand of street art is ripe with thoughtful social examinations. Novy has combated a homophobic lack of representation with a celebration of gay iconography, bri...
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Spray Paint, Wood

Quiet Afternoon" Framed One-of-a-Kind Mixed Media Over Paint on Wood
By Itzchak Tarkay
Located in Chatsworth, CA
"Quiet Afternoon" is a one-of-a-kind mixed media over paint on wood by Itzchak Tarkay (1935-2012
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Wood, Mixed Media

"Chit Chat" Framed One-of-a-Kind Mixed Media Over Paint on Wood
By Itzchak Tarkay
Located in Chatsworth, CA
"Chit Chat" is a one-of-a-kind mixed media over paint on wood by Itzchak Tarkay (1935-2012), hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Wood, Mixed Media

"Blue Mood" Framed One-of-a-Kind Mixed Media Over Paint on Wood
By Itzchak Tarkay
Located in Chatsworth, CA
"Blue Mood" is a one-of-a-kind mixed media over paint on wood by Itzchak Tarkay (1935-2012), hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Wood, Mixed Media

"Chit Chat" Framed One-of-a-Kind Mixed Media Over Paint on Wood
By Itzchak Tarkay
Located in Chatsworth, CA
"Chit Chat" is a one-of-a-kind mixed media over paint on wood by Itzchak Tarkay (1935-2012), hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Wood, Mixed Media

"Mink Stole"-Stencil & Spray Paint on Wood
By Jeremy Novy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Jeremy Novy’s unique brand of street art is ripe with thoughtful social examinations. Novy has combated a homophobic lack of representation with a celebration of gay iconography, br...
Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Spray Paint, Wood, Stencil

"Trixie Mattel"-Stencil & Spray Paint on Wood
By Jeremy Novy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Jeremy Novy’s unique brand of street art is ripe with thoughtful social examinations. Novy has combated a homophobic lack of representation with a celebration of gay iconography, br...
Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Spray Paint, Wood, Stencil

"At the Port" Framed One-of-a-Kind Mixed Media Over Paint on Wood
By Itzchak Tarkay
Located in Chatsworth, CA
"Blue Mood" is a one-of-a-kind mixed media over paint on wood by Itzchak Tarkay (1935-2012), hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Wood, Mixed Media

"At the Port" Framed One-of-a-Kind Mixed Media Over Paint on Wood
By Itzchak Tarkay
Located in Chatsworth, CA
"At the Port" is a one-of-a-kind mixed media over paint on wood by Itzchak Tarkay (1935-2012), hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Oil

"Feeling Lucky"-Magazine Collage, Stencil, Acrylic and Spray Paint on Wood
By Amy Smith
Located in West Hollywood, CA
collage made with stencil, acrylic & spray paint on wood.
Category

2010s Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Acrylic, Wood Panel, Magazine Paper, Stencil

"Skate Snake" Dimensional paint on wood skate deck
By PJ Linden
Located in Philadelphia, PA
paint on a wood skate deck. This piece measures approximately 8.5”h x 256”w, however dimensions vary
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Found Objects, Paint

Lester Gaba Scallion Painted on Wood Lilly Dache
By Lester Gaba
Located in Westport, CT
Lester Gaba long painted scallion on wood, with brass ring circle hanger, with original label, from
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Paintings

Materials

Brass

Brixham Boats, Expressionist, oil paint on wood, skyscape, sailing, transport
By Eleanor Woolley
Located in Deddington, GB
Paint on Wood 15 H x 15 W x 2 D cm (5.91 x 5.91 x 0.79 in) Sold unframed Image size: Height: 15cm (5.91
Category

2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

R. Simonetto USA Sailing Ships Painted on Wood, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Certified work inspired by an old print from the 1800s reworked, serigraphically reproduced and decorated by hand. Reproduction on tessellated briar.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood

Late 19th Century Wood and Leather Seat Railroad Station Bench
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Great looking late 19th century railroad station bench found in the mid-west. Original grey paint
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Painted Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Contemporary Modern Deborah Putnoi Collage & Paint on Wood Painting
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Putnoi's artwork allows us to experience multiple narratives in one piece of art. What do you see? What do you think the people are thinking? There is a variety of media used in this...
Category

1990s Contemporary Art

Materials

Wood

Antique Framed Icon Painted on Wood With Gilt Accents
Located in Ross, CA
Very detailed vibrantly painted icon on wood with gilt accents and raised braille like details
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Russian Classical Greek Paintings

Materials

Paint

Provocative American Artist Cary Leibowitz, 1996, Paint on Wood
Located in Stockholm, SE
This unique artpiece was exhibited at Gallery Ynglingagatan in Stockholm, late 1990s. Clipping from Wikipedia: Cary Leibowitz, also sometimes known as Candy Ass[1] (born 1963), i...
Category

1990s American Modern Paintings

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

Jorge Salas, You and Me Series, 2019, Carved and painted on wood
By Jorge Salas
Located in Miami, FL
Jorge Salas You and Me Series, 2019 Carved and painted on wood Edition of 9 +AP 86,4 x 35,6 x 3.8
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Acrylic

Vintage Hand Painted on Wood Historic Golf Club Sign, 1920s
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
This vintage sign for collectors is truly special. Made of wood with relief decorations and hand
Category

Vintage 1920s English Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

Face #7 - Wall Relief - Paint on Wood - Modern Abstract - Multicolored
By Ned Evans
Located in New York, NY
This abstract, mixed media Wall Relief by Ned Evans features multicolored oil paint and resin on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Mixed Media

Materials

Wood, Paint

Jorge Salas, You and Me Series / Soto, 2018, Carved and painted on wood
By Jorge Salas
Located in Miami, FL
Jorge Salas You and Me Series / Soto, 2018 Carved and painted on wood 125,7 x 95,3 x 6,4 cm 49.5 x
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Acrylic

Vintage Hand Painted on Wood Advertising Sign for Golf Equipments, 1920s
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
This vintage sign for collectors is truly special. Made of wood with relief decorations and hand
Category

Vintage 1920s Scottish Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

Vintage Hand Painted on Wood Advertising Sign for Golf Equipments, 1920s
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
This vintage sign for collectors is truly special. Made of wood with relief decorations and hand
Category

Vintage 1920s Scottish Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

Vintage Hand Painted on Wood Advertising Sign for Golf Equipments, 1920s
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
This vintage sign for collectors is truly special. Made of wood with relief decorations and hand
Category

Vintage 1920s Scottish Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

Antique Original Painted Russian Icons Painted on Wood Panels, circa 1900's
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair, original painted Russian icons on wood. Portrayal of Saint George, Saint Simon and Saint
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Russian Religious Items

Materials

Paint, Wood

magnificent 4 Panel Screen Painted on Wood Depicting the 4 Saisons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This high quality of decoration 4 panel screen frame with giltwood, painting on wood depicting the
Category

Vintage 1910s French Louis XVI Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Thomas Tom Swanston Encaustic Paint on Wood Titled Swimming in Tokyo
By Tom Swanston
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Very Vibrant Encaustic painting titled Swimming in Tokyo by world renowned artist Thomas Swanston. The painting was executed in 2003. The actual painting size is 18 by 18 inches. ...
Category

Early 2000s Paintings

Materials

Paint

Abstract composition by Yvan Moscatelli - Oil paint on wood 120x120 cm
Located in Geneva, CH
Work on wood 120x120 cm, don't need frame. Yvan MOCATELLI is an artist born in Italy in 1944. His
Category

1990s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Oil

19th Century After Fra Angelico "A Group of Angels" Painted on Wood
Located in Bradenton, FL
A 19th century grand tour copy of Fra Angelico's most popular work, "A Group Of Angels" painted on
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Paintings

Materials

Wood

"Add-Ons" Abstract Geometric Oil Paint on Wood Blue Green Yellow Mixed Media
By Jean Feinberg
Located in Wellesley, MA
unique constructions of paint on wood, some of the wood being 'found' and enhanced by the artist's
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

"Dusk" Abstract Geometric Oil Paint on Wood Mixed Media Green White
By Jean Feinberg
Located in Wellesley, MA
based artist whose geometric abstractions, paintings on found wood and paintings on painted plywood
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media

Alti Thronus, Found Objects and Oil Paint on Wood by Mihail Sorin
By Mihail Sorin
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Mihail Sorin Title: Alti-Thronus Year: 2000 Medium: Oil on Canvas with Wood Frame with
Category

Early 2000s Surrealist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Found Objects, Oil

Abstract composition 2 by Yvan Moscatelli - Oil paint on wood 90x110 cm
Located in Geneva, CH
Work on wood 110x90 cm, don't need frame. Yvan MOCATELLI is an artist born in Italy in 1944. His
Category

1990s Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Oil

"So, this is it", Eye Painting, Realistic, Realism, Acrylic, Spray Paint on Wood
By My Dog Sighs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
artwork by My Dog Sighs made of spray paint and acrylic on wood panel. This hyper realistic portrayal of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Spray Paint, Wood Panel, Acrylic

Chinese Bed Canopy of Phoenix and Fruits, Paint on Wood Panel, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
-painted 100 years ago by an artist in Canton, was more intimate than most. It brings to life symbols of
Category

19th Century Qing Animal Paintings

Materials

Paint, Wood Panel

"Gentle" Abstract Oil Paint on Wood Modern Geometric Yellow Gray Mixed Media
By Jean Feinberg
Located in Wellesley, MA
based artist whose geometric abstractions, paintings on found wood and paintings on painted plywood
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media

"Checking Automne" Abstract Geometric Oil Paint on Wood Mixed Media Orange Red
By Jean Feinberg
Located in Wellesley, MA
Checking Automne, 2017, Oil on Found Wood 7.5 x 64 x 1.5 Inches. This painting is currently on
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media

"Broken Pine" Abstract Oil Paint on Wood Geometric Green Mixed Media Modern
By Jean Feinberg
Located in Wellesley, MA
Broken Pie, 2017, Oil on Painted Plywood, 12 x 12 x .5 Inches. This painting is currently on
Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media

"What Would I Paint to Put in a Purple Frame, " Abstract Acrylic Paint on Wood
Located in Houston, TX
the center of the painting is a single question that reads, “What kind of painting would I paint to
Category

1990s Folk Art Abstract Paintings

Materials

Wood, Acrylic

Red Chinese Antique Hand Painted Wood Serving Tray
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Late 19th century antique wood serving tray hand-painted with flowers on red background. Worn
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Painted Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century Original Black Painted Butter Bowl on Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th Century Original black painted butter bowl on legs. Fantastic surface with bamboo turnings in
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Adirondack Painted Furniture

Materials

Wood

C19th Painted Refectory Table
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
A fantastic late 19th Century refectory table in its original folk art decoration, the top with foliate scenes of birds in foliage with vines and bunches of fruit on a ocre backgroun...
Category

Antique 1880s Dutch Folk Art Painted Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

C19th Painted Refectory Table
C19th Painted Refectory Table
H 78 in W 261 in D 111 in
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Painted On Wood For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the painted on wood you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. In our selection of items, you can find Abstract examples as well as a Contemporary version. Finding the perfect painted on wood may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add a painted on wood to create new energy in an otherwise neutral space in your home, you can find a work on 1stDibs that features elements of brown, gray, black, blue and more. There have been many interesting painted on wood examples over the years, but those made by Hunt Slonem, Richard Szkutnik, Robert Richter, Rachael Dalzell and Kevin Brewerton are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and panel, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much is a Painted On Wood?

The price for a painted on wood in our collection starts at $10 and tops out at $999,999 with the average selling for $2,578.
Questions About Painted On Wood
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Robert Wood paintings are worth $3,000- $5,000 on average, according to auction estimates. Some Wood paintings have fetched up to $25,000 for their unique and highly desirable subject matter. Robert Wood is considered a fairly commercial artist, so his paintings do not typically fetch exorbitant prices.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A burl in wood is a growth on a tree formed from bud tissue that has not sprouted. The burl forms large, knobby-looking growths on the base and trunk of the tree. Every piece of burl wood is unique, which is one reason they are considered rare and valuable. They come in a variety of sizes and have varying wood textures and colors. Find a collection of antique and vintage burl wood furniture on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, you can in fact bleach wood. To start your bleach DIY project, add bleach to a rag and wipe the wood gently. Dry and repeat until you reach your desired effect. Save the hassle and shop a selection of antique bleached wood furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Treen wood is a term that refers to various types of hardwood used to produce treen. The term “treen” means a small household or decorative object typically carved out of one piece of wood. Shop a selection of treen decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Burled wood is wood with a unique grain characteristic that results from harvesting a tree that has a burl. A burl is a tree growth often caused by injury, fungus, virus, or insects. The stress from the growth causes pressure on the wood and creates intense grain patterns.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cerused wood draws the detail from the grain of wood so that it really highlights the character. Also called limed finish, cerusing gets its name from the skin cream that was used to preserve wood.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Balsa is the lightest wood.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A wood horse is a toy horse made of wood. But it has different meanings across cultures. In Chinese culture, a wooden horse is a symbol of freedom and passion. Find a range of antique and vintage wooden toys on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    I literally cannot find one thing on this.
    Norwegian wood according to the Beatles song Norwegian wood is pine. Paul McCartney explained that the term "Norwegian Wood" was a sarcastic reference to the cheap pine wall panelling then in vogue in London.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Syroco wood is a type of wood pulp. Adolph Holstein pioneered the technique for producing it using natural wood, flour and other materials and founded the Syracuse Ornamental Company to sell furniture and decorative objects made from Syroco wood. The company produced Syroco wood pieces from the 1930s through the 1960s. Shop a variety of Syroco wood furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, cinnabar is a sulfide mineral ore that was used to make red pigment for thousands of years. It also refers to the color most associated with the ore. Shop a collection of antique cinnabar wares from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, coromandel is a type of wood. Most of the wood comes from Sri Lanka and India and you can easily recognize it by its dark brown and black striped appearance. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of coromandel furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, teak is a wood. It is a close-grained hardwood and one of the strongest and most durable timbers, very resistant to the elements, including water. This is the reason teak is a desirable wood for furniture, especially outdoor pieces. It’s also often used for building boats and exterior construction projects. Shop a collection of teak furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The most expensive wood in the world is agarwood. This dark resinous wood is used in incense, perfume, and to make small carvings.In 2010, this wood sold for as high as $100,000/kg.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The most exotic wood is cocobolo. Cocobolo is found in the Central American highlands and is known for its dark, textured grain. This wood can be seen in a range of different colors such as yellow to purple.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A wood beam is a block of solid or engineered wood that is used to bear heavy loads. A wood beam is critical to the structure of a house.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    The term MCM wood typically refers to wood furniture produced in the mid-century modern or MCM style. These pieces usually date back to the postwar years and tend to feature simple, clean lines. Teak, rosewood and oak were some of the most popular types of wood used in furniture design during the period. Find a selection of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Grant Wood is from Iowa. The American artist was born in Anamosa, Iowa, in 1891 and grew up in nearby Cedar Rapids. Unlike other American regionalist painters like John Steuart Curry and Thomas Hart Benton, Wood never moved East but remained in the Middle West, where he found inspiration for his paintings of prosperous farms and people reflecting idealized American values. He died in Iowa City, Iowa, in 1942, at the age of 51. Find an extraordinary collection of art for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Wood is made up of five key chemical substances. These are cellulose, hemicellulose, lignin, ash-forming minerals and extractive chemicals, which are by-products given off by trees as they grow. Although their chemical compositions consist of the same things, different species of wood have varying colors and grain patterns. Shop a wide range of wood furniture on 1stDibs.