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Historical military oil painting of a prisoner being brought before officers
By John Seymour Lucas
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
Mitchell, Duke Street, London
A wonderfully detailed historical painting of a prisoner being brought
Category
19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Prisoner of Love" Oil Painting 47" x 47" inch by Dmitriy Krestniy
By Dmitriy Krestniy
Located in Culver City, CA
"Prisoner of Love" Oil Painting 47" x 47" inch by Dmitriy Krestniy
2019
ATTENTION: Painting ships
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Prisoners (After Rubens)
By Giancarlo Impiglia
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
. Oil on camouflage.
Born in Rome, Impiglia moved to New York in the ‘70s, where he established a
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Looking for the exit, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Laurent Proneur
Located in Yardley, PA
, like chains, bind him tight, A prisoner of his own inner plight. Escape eludes, his soul yearns for
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Composition - French Abstract Oil Painting by Jacques Germain
By Jacques Germain
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Signed and dated abstract oil on canvas by French painter Jacques Germain. The piece is composed in
Category
1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Untitled, Nude Surreal Figures Together Slovenian French Oil Painting
By Heinrich Maryan Frama
Located in Surfside, FL
Genre: Surrealism
Subject: Abstract
Medium: Oil
Surface: Canvas
Country: France
In this surreal
Category
20th Century Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Enigma. Original Oil Painting. Eccentric & Bohemian. Modern British. Welsh.
By Meryl Watts
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
; this original oil painting is by Meryl Watts and dates from the mid-1960s.
The painting is presented
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Polish Ecole De Paris Modernist Oil Painting Abstract Dancers
By Alfred Aberdam
Located in Surfside, FL
). During World War I he was imprisoned by the Russians and stayed in the camp for prisoners of war in
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Russian Israeli Oil Painting Western Wall Jerusalem Judaica Post Impressionist
Located in Surfside, FL
Broshi (Brodetz) Yoseph (Lehi alias Uriel) 1913- 1980 Russian Israeli artist.
An oil painting
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
French Surrealism Oil Painting Pierre Henry Surrealist Color Flowers in Vase
Located in Surfside, FL
W 13.25" ; (Painting) H 23.75" x W 8" Intentionally crackled paint finish.
Pierre-Henry
Category
1960s Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
French Surrealism Oil Painting Pierre Henry Surrealist Color Flowers in Vase
Located in Surfside, FL
15" ; (Painting) H 13" x W 8.75"
Pierre-Henry sociétaire des grands Salons à Paris et vice
Category
1960s Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Large British Hunting Scene Signed Oil Painting Huntsman, Horses Hounds & Fox
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
. Munnings fought in the Second World War and was held a prisoner of war. After the war he married and became
Category
Mid-20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Israeli Contemporary Abstract Geometric Pigment, Oil Painting Aharon Gluska 1985
Located in Surfside, FL
Aharon Gluska (b. 1951)
Pigment and oil paint, mixed media painting on archival paper.
Dimensions
Category
1980s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Mixed Media, Oil, Pigment
Modernist Colorado Oil Painting Abstract Cityscape Harbor Scene Pawel Kontny
By Pawel Kontny
Located in Surfside, FL
color-block compositions of Paul Klee.
Modernist Cityscape 24" x 36" sight. oil on canvas signed lower
Category
20th Century American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Painting Salon BERNE-BELLECOUR Portrait Military oil wood 20th medical officer
Located in PARIS, FR
Etienne-Prosper BERNE-BELLECOUR Boulogne-sur-mer, 1838 - Paris, 1910 Oil on canvas 46 x 33 cm (55 x
Category
Early 1900s French School Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
18th Century Neoclassical Oil Painting of the Trojan War: Briseis & Achilles
By James Thornhill
Located in London, GB
James Thornhill (1674-1735)
Oil on canvas
12 x 14 inches;
16 ½ x 18 ½ in. Inc. frame
The subject
Category
Early 18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Large British Hunting Scene Signed Oil Painting Lady Side Saddle on Horseback
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
. Munnings fought in the Second World War and was held a prisoner of war. After the war he married and became
Category
Mid-20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Large Abstract Oil Painting Belgian American Artist Roger Van Ouytsel Menorah
By Roger Van Ouytsel
Located in Surfside, FL
Roger Van Ouytsel (American, b. 1941)
Title: "The Things I liked About Larry Wise,"
1987. Oil
Category
1980s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Portrait on Stage - Red Cape - Scottish 60s art theatrical portrait oil painting
By Doris Zinkeisen
Located in London, GB
This stunning Scottish musical theatrical portrait oil painting is by female artist Doris Zinkeisen
Category
1960s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of Mrs James Hoste - British 18th century art portrait oil painting
By John Vanderbank
Located in London, GB
This superb large three quarter length British Old Master portrait in a landscape oil painting is
Category
18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Large Colorful French Mid Century Oil Painting Michel Marie Poulan Marching Band
Located in Surfside, FL
Modern painting -- oil on wood -- signed both on front and on reverse -- Michel Marie Poulain. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
French Surrealist Circus Scene, Children with Balloons Oil Painting J.P. Serrier
By Jean Pierre Serrier
Located in Surfside, FL
and became a prisoner of war. In 1940, as a six-year-old, he and his mother fled Paris for Corrèze in
Category
20th Century Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Horses in a Landscape - Scottish 1960's equine art oil painting female artist
By Doris Zinkeisen
Located in London, GB
This superb oil painting of horses is by Scottish female artist Doris Zinkeisen. Painted circa 1960
Category
1960s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Miss Moggy Hennesey on her Hunter - Scottish 60s art horse portrait oil painting
By Doris Zinkeisen
Located in London, GB
painting of a very successful female rider and trainer, painted by a keen Scottish horse woman and artist
Category
1960s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
French Mod Surrealist Commedia dell'arte Circus Scene Oil Painting J.P. Serrier
By Jean Pierre Serrier
Located in Surfside, FL
Jean Pierre Serrier (French, 1934-1989)
Oil on canvas painting depicting four figures
Hand signed
Category
Mid-20th Century Surrealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Michel Marie Poulain Signed Oil Painting 1953
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Oil Painting by Michel Marie Poulain
Entitled La Placette, La Colle s/Loup (A. M.) and as featured in
Category
Vintage 1950s French Paintings
Materials
Paint
19th Century French Oil Painting Algeria - Capture of the Smalah of Abd el Kader
By Émile Jean-Horace Vernet
Located in London, GB
Circle of Emile Jean Horace Vernet (1789-1863)
The Capture of the Smalah of Abd el Kader
oil on
Category
Mid-19th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
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H 48 in W 55.5 in
Blair Hughes-Stanton 'Reclining Nude' abstract oil painting British Surrealism
By Blair Hughes-Stanton
Located in London, GB
accomplished still life of a fruit bowl (which could be a painting in and of itself) and the impressively
Category
Early 20th Century Modern Nude Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Tempera
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Board by Dieudonné Jacobs
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Framed oil painting on board by Dieudonné Jacobs (1887-1967) is a splendid rendition of a
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Wood
Still Life with Cakes - Scottish 1950s art still life oil painting female artist
By Doris Zinkeisen
Located in London, GB
This vibrant still life oil painting is by Scottish artist Doris Zinkeisen. Painted circa 1950 the
Category
1950s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
17th Century Oil on Canvas Italian Antique Allegory Painting Cherubs Game, 1640s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Antique Italian painting from the first half of the 17th century. Oil artwork on canvas depicting
Category
Antique 1640s Italian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
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H 31.89 in W 38.19 in D 3.55 in
Naughty Pussies!! Hommage a Matisse, Oil on Canvas.
By Maurice Delavier
Located in Cotignac, FR
Late 20th century oil on canvas of an interior scene with cats and fish by French artist Maurice
Category
1980s Modern Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 24.81 in W 28.35 in D 1.58 in
Dorset Estuary, 20th Century English School Oil Landscape, Monogrammed
Located in London, GB
Oil on canvas, monogrammed bottom right, inscription and artist label on stretcher
Image size: 12 x
Category
20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Albert Alcalay Oil on Canvas "Nightlights" Colorful Abstract
By Albert Alcalay
Located in Detroit, MI
. When World War II started, he joined the Yugoslavian army and became a prisoner of war. Upon regaining
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Modern Surrealist Painting by Richard Ericson
By Richard Ericson
Located in Larchmont, NY
Richard Joseph Ericson (American, 1922-2010)
Untitled, 1950
Oil on canvas
36 x 25 in.
Signed lower
Category
1950s Surrealist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The blind man, oil on canvas by Maurice Langaskens
By Maurice Langaskens
Located in Gent, VOV
paintings and watercolours of portraits and depictions of many of his fellow prisoners, as well as scenes of
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1986 Lets Fall in Love by Earl Linderman Art Deco Style Oil Painting
By Earl Linderman
Located in Dayton, OH
1986 lets fall in love by Earl Linderman b.1931 Art Deco style oil painting, measures: 49"
Born
Category
Vintage 1980s Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Modern Surrealist Winter Painting by Richard Ericson
By Richard Ericson
Located in Larchmont, NY
.
The paintings he created, both in oil and watercolor, sold easily and to every sort of resident and
Category
1960s American Modern Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
George Gách painting of Glenwood Landing, Long Island, signed
By George Gach
Located in Larchmont, NY
George Gách (American, 1909-1996)
The Old Tree in Glenwood Landing, 1957
Oil on canvas
23 x 27 in
Category
1950s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
17th Century Darius' Family with Alexander Magnus Roman School Oil on Canvas
Located in Sanremo, IT
Painting oil on canvas, measuring 78 x 110 unframed and 97 x 122 cm with coeval frame depicting the
Category
Mid-17th Century Italian School Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 30.71 in W 43.31 in D 1.19 in
Ohio State Penitentiary Fire of 1930, Art of Disasters Series, Original Oil
By Eric Edward Esper
Located in Chicago, IL
. Here, I began exclusively oil painting and have assembled a body of paintings chronicling scenes of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
The Capture of St. Thomas Aquinas Oil on Canvas Italy XVII Century
Located in Milan, IT
Oil painting on canvas. Tuscan school of the seventeenth century. Scion of an ancient Longobard
Category
17th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 56.7 in W 46.46 in D 1.97 in
Fine 1950's English Oil Grand Interior Room Scene Ancestral Portraits signed
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Guildhall, Worcester
English School, mid 20th century
indistinctly signed verso
oil on canvas
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Kite - Late 20th Century Oil on Wood Abstract - Dalí Style by George De Goya
By George De Goya
Located in Watford, Hertfordshire
commercial illustrations in 1961.
Abstract oil piece on wood.
Keywords: Abstract, blue, black, red, yellow
Category
1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
George De GoyaThe Kite - Late 20th Century Oil on Wood Abstract - Dalí Style by George De Goya, 1977
H 15.75 in W 17.25 in D 0.48 in
Abstract Cubist Girl on Chair - Mid 20th Century Oil by Dennis Henry Osborne
By Dennis Henry Osborne
Located in Watford, Hertfordshire
Artillery and was a prisoner of war in Italy and Germany for over three years.
After the war he pursued his
Category
1960s Cubist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 42.13 in W 31.23 in D 1.97 in
Modernist Abstract Expressionist Watercolor Painting Bauhaus Weimar Pawel Kontny
By Pawel Kontny
Located in Surfside, FL
soldier, he sketched various landscapes but in 1945, he was captured and held as a prisoner of war in
Category
20th Century American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pair of Plein-Air California Landscape Paintings Edward Langley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1870 - 1949
Mr. Langley was known for painting California Landscapes.
He had an adventurous and
Category
Mid-20th Century Arts and Crafts Paintings
Materials
Canvas
18th century French Oil on Canvas "Joseph and Potiphar's wife"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine 18th century oil on canvas "Joseph and Potiphar's wife"
This large and impressive painting
Category
Antique 18th Century French Paintings
Materials
Canvas
English, Oil on Canvas, “The Capture”, Attributed to T. Stothart (1755-1834)
Located in Atlanta, GA
looking downward, one being led, and one following behind, the figure being led appearing to be a prisoner
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Paintings
Materials
Paint
After Alexander Cabanel, a Monumental Palace Size Painting of Cleopatra Testing
Located in New York, NY
oil on canvas painting.
Signed lower left: Nesilon via Cabanel
Size without frame: 72" H x 95" W
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Paint
No Reserve
H 82 in W 108 in D 3 in
St. Paul shaking off the Viper in the Island of Malta
By Giovanni Paolo Panini
Located in London, GB
Literature:
cf. 'Catalogue of Paintings in the Wellington Museum Apsley House' by C.M. Kauffman
Category
1730s Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Oil on Canvas of Lady Evelyn Herbert after Sir William Orpen
By Sir William Orpen
Located in Dallas, TX
Lady Evelyn Herbert after Sir William Orpen (1871-1931). Oil on canvas.
The sitter was the daughter
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
Venetian School, Ottoman Honey Merchant
Located in London, GB
-1737) by around 100 years. Vanmour has been considered, until the emergence of this painting, to be the
Category
Early 17th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Original Oil on Canvas Artist Adam Grant Circus "Juggling Family" 1979
By Adam Grant
Located in Toledo, OH
Original oil on canvas of circus performers by artist Adam Grant titled "Juggling Family" Signed
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
"Personnage dans l'arbre", oil on canvas by Paul Ackerman, France, circa 1945
Located in Paris, FR
Large oil on canvas by Paul Ackerman, entitled « personnage dans l’arbre » (« character in a tree
Category
Vintage 1940s French Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 37.8 in W 76.78 in D 1.19 in
Oil Seascape of Corniche de l'Estérel in the French Riviera by Jehan Berjonneau
Located in NICE, FR
gilded stucco. The dimensions, including the frame are 81 x 72 centimeters.
The painting is signed
Category
20th Century French Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
H 18.12 in W 21.26 in D 3.15 in
'Son of Israel'
By Harold von Schmidt
Located in Fort Washington, PA
spy in 1776, Salomon parlayed his forced position as an interpreter for the Hessians to help prisoners
Category
1930s Other Art Style Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Plato's Cave" (black & white, abstract, surreal, primitive, shapes)
By Nicholas Evans
Located in Paris, IDF
PLATO'S CAVE
2024, Paris, France
A bold and graphic black & white painting with primitive
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Plaster, Acrylic
H 21.66 in W 18.12 in D 0.79 in
TRADE DE LERAUO SAINT MARCO VENICE, Peter Kuhfeld British contemporary artist
By Peter Kuhfeld
Located in Pollenca, Illes Baleares
Kuhfeld is the only child of a German prisoner of war and an English classical pianist. Between
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 33.86 in W 30.32 in D 1.97 in
BEFORE THE DRESSING TABLE..Peter Kuhfeld RP.NEAC contemporary British artist
By Peter Kuhfeld
Located in Pollenca, Illes Baleares
who have often appeared in their paintings.
Kuhfeld is the only child of a German prisoner of war and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Post-Impressionist Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil
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H 9.85 in W 7.88 in D 1.58 in
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- What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To 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.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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, 2024Yes, 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.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, 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, 2024A 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.
- Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
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Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Oils typically command higher prices than acrylic paintings, because they generally require more skill.
- Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 18, 2021The cost of an original oil painting has a very wide range. For emerging new artist could be in the lower end, ranging from the $500 to $10,000 depending on the size and subject matter, for the mid-career artists who are already established, their prices range in the thousands and hundreds of thousands of dollars and lastly the original oil painting art of very established and popular artists that could have auction records in the millions of dollars. In this category are some of the well known examples of the old master paintings and other contemporary artworks.
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