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Railroad Oil Paintings

Railroad Crossing, Painting, Oil on Other

Railroad Crossing, Painting, Oil on Other

By Richard Szkutnik

Located in Yardley, PA

original en plein air oil on panel :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece comes with an

Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

New York Central Train, Railroad Painting
New York Central Train, Railroad Painting

New York Central Train, Railroad Painting

By Tony Fachet

Located in Fort Washington, PA

Signature: Signed Lower Right and Dated ’88 Illustration of a New York Central train with the city in the background

Category

1980s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Railroad Pier, 2014
Railroad Pier, 2014

Railroad Pier, 2014

By Gregory Frux

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Oil on Canvas This painting was selected for the cover of the catalog for the 2019 Gregory Frux

Category

2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Untitled (Houses and Railroad Tracks)
Untitled (Houses and Railroad Tracks)

Untitled (Houses and Railroad Tracks)

By Harry Lane

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Untitled (Houses and Railroad Tracks), c. 1940s, oil on canvas board, signed lower right, 16 x 20

Category

1940s American Modern Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Commentary on Slavery and the Underground Railroad
Commentary on Slavery and the Underground Railroad

Commentary on Slavery and the Underground Railroad

By Francis William Edmonds

Located in Fredericksburg, VA

meditation on slavery, secrecy, and moral resistance in 19th-century America. At first glance, the painting

Category

Mid-19th Century Hudson River School Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

On Their Way- PA Railroad Advertisement
On Their Way- PA Railroad Advertisement

On Their Way- PA Railroad Advertisement

By Herbert Bohnert

Located in Fort Washington, PA

Date: 1942 Medium: Oil on Canvas Dimensions: 36.00" x 48.00" Signature: Signed Lower Left Image of

Category

1940s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vintage Small Town Street with Railroad Tracks Landscape
Vintage Small Town Street with Railroad Tracks Landscape

Vintage Small Town Street with Railroad Tracks Landscape

Located in Soquel, CA

Wonderful vintage landscape of a small town back street with cobblestone road and rails that could be any town in America by Jon Nielson (American, 20th Century), 1972. Signed and da...

Category

1970s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sailing in a calm
Sailing in a calm

Edward HopperSailing in a calm, Early 20th Century

$10,263

H 27 in W 21.25 in D 1.5 in

Sailing in a calm

By Edward Hopper

Located in Douglas, Isle of Man

as a premier American realist. In 1930, his House by the Railroad (1925) was the first oil painting

Category

Early 20th Century Mixed Media

Materials

Paper, Ink, Gouache

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Woman in the Forest
Woman in the Forest

Cyrus CuneoWoman in the Forest, c1905

Unavailable

H 30.32 in W 20.13 in

Woman in the Forest

By Cyrus Cuneo

Located in Graton, CA

series of railroad oil paintings, which were destroyed during World War I in Liverpool. Source: Peggy

Category

Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Railroad Tracks near Easton, Pennsylvania

Railroad Tracks near Easton, Pennsylvania

By Max Arthur Cohn

Located in New York, NY

Born in London, England of Russian parents, Max Cohn moved with his family to New York City at the age of two. Cohn first studied at the Art Students League from 1925 to 1927 with B...

Category

1930s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Faces of PA Railroad
Faces of PA Railroad

Faces of PA Railroad

By Jerome Rozen

Located in Fort Washington, PA

Medium: Oil on Canvas Sight Size 20.00" x 54.00", Framed 28.00" x 52.00" Signature: Signed Upper

Category

Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Railroad Crossing, Millard County, Utah
Railroad Crossing, Millard County, Utah

Railroad Crossing, Millard County, Utah

By Lloyd Brown

Located in Dallas, TX

rural stretches of road, in paintings made after he traveled across the United States on Highway 50

Category

2010s Photorealist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Alvarado Railroad Crossing
Alvarado Railroad Crossing

Alvarado Railroad Crossing

By Clifford Holmes

Located in San Francisco, CA

This artwork titled "Alvarado Railroad Crossing" c.1950 is an oil painting on canvas by noted

Category

Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

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Robert Wesley Amick Winter Grove Scene 1935 Colorado Oil Painting on Board
Robert Wesley Amick Winter Grove Scene 1935 Colorado Oil Painting on Board

Robert Wesley Amick Winter Grove Scene 1935 Colorado Oil Painting on Board

By Robert Amick

Located in Denver, CO

This original circa 1935 oil painting by acclaimed Colorado artist Robert Wesley Amick (1879–1969) beautifully captures the quiet charm of a snow-covered town grove. In this serene w...

Category

1930s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Clavier - 21st Century Contemporary Oil Painting by Dutch artist Jos Leurs
Clavier - 21st Century Contemporary Oil Painting by Dutch artist Jos Leurs

Clavier - 21st Century Contemporary Oil Painting by Dutch artist Jos Leurs

By Jos Leurs

Located in Nuenen, Noord Brabant

Jos Leurs is a Dutch Impressionistic Plein Air Painter who lived in France for almost 30 years. Since 2011 he lives in Holland again. He likes to work outside. Still he likes to pai...

Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Epiphany
Epiphany

Cynthia YoungEpiphany, 2023

$8,200

H 40 in W 80 in D 2 in

Epiphany

By Cynthia Young

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Blue,White,Indigo, navy 40 x 80" oil painting on canvas Inspired by the drama of nature and light, Cynthia creates abstracted landscapes with oil on canvas.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Minimalist Abstract Color Field Painting in Emerald Green on 2 Panels (C14-10)
Minimalist Abstract Color Field Painting in Emerald Green on 2 Panels (C14-10)

Minimalist Abstract Color Field Painting in Emerald Green on 2 Panels (C14-10)

By Ginny Fox

Located in Hudson, NY

Nature-Inspired Minimalist Abstract Color Field painting on three wood panels in shades of Emerald Green by Ginny Fox Acrylic on 2 panels Each panel is 30 x 40 x 2 inches Overall m...

Category

2010s Minimalist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Panel

Until you remember - 21st Century, Contemporary, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Until you remember - 21st Century, Contemporary, Painting, Oil on Canvas

Until you remember - 21st Century, Contemporary, Painting, Oil on Canvas

By Tomàs Sunyol

Located in Barcelona, Catalonia

"Tomàs Martínez Sunyol was born in Dieulefit (France) in 1964 and was surrounded by art from a young age. Both his father, Joaquim Martínez Lerma, and uncle, Álvaro Sunyol, were pain...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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Railroad Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of railroad oil paintings available on 1stDibs. Finding the ideal Contemporary, Expressionist or Photorealist examples of these works for your living room, whether you’re looking for small- or large-size pieces, is no easy task — start by shopping our selection today. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add a railroad oil paintings that pops against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of gray, brown, beige, black and more. Many versions of these artworks are appealing in their rich colors and composition, but Eric Schutte, Sterling Boyd Strauser, Ashley Andrews, Lloyd Brown and Catherine Picard-Gibbs produced especially popular works that are worth a look. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in paint, oil paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home. Not every interior allows for large iterations of these items, so small railroad oil paintings measuring 0.99 inches across are available.

How Much are Railroad Oil Paintings?

Prices for pieces in our collection of railroad oil paintings start at $1,200 and top out at $106,000 with the average selling for $3,650.

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Questions About Railroad Oil Paintings
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
  • 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.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021
    Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.

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