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Color Tiled Oil Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
oil and glazed with a glossy coat. Canvas is not framed.
Artist Biography: Paul Reeves is the former
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil Painting of Highland Cows in Scotland Loch by 20th Century British Artist
By Wendy Reeves
Located in Preston, GB
Oil Painting of Highland Cows in Scotland Loch by 20th Century British Artist Wendy Reeves.
Art
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Oil Painting of Loch in the Scottish Highlands by 20th Century British Artist
By Wendy Reeves
Located in Preston, GB
Oil Painting of Loch in the Scottish Highlands by 20th Century British Artist Wendy Reeves.
Art
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
"Familial DNA" Colorful Geometric Abstract Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Geometric abstract painting with reds, blues, and yellows in a geometric form. The painting has
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Daisies - British Impressionist art 1940s still life floral oil painting flowers
By Amy Reeve Fowlkes
Located in London, GB
This lovely floral oil painting is by British artist Amy Constance Reeve Fowlkes who exhibited
Category
20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Love Cycle" Abstract Expressionist Hearts Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Large abstract piece by Paul Reeves comprised of a grid of hearts showing a person's heart at
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Pollution" Red and Black Abstract Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Red, Black and White toned painting with little figures mixed in with the red dots across the
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Matriarch" Blue and Bright Red Abstract Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Blue and bright red abstract geometric painting by Houston, TX artist and Reeves Art + Design
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Board
"Rebuild the Temple #3" Colorful Abstract Assemblage Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Colorful assemblage work with reds, blues, greens, yellows, and orange tones. Painting has a
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 16 in W 20 in D 0.5 in
"Time Cycle" Abstract Surrealist Red and Blue Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Red and Blue Jasper Johns inspired painting with various figures. the painting is framed in a blue
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Enigma" Abstract Black and Grey Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Paul Reeves "Enigma" abstract painting that incorporates hues of black and grey. The piece is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Colorful Abstract Landscape Painting of Balloons
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Colorful abstract landscape painting of balloons by Texas artist Paul Reeves, dated 2018. Painted
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Copper
"Kaleidoscope" Vibrant Multi-colored Abstract Geometric Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Turquoise, red, green, yellow, and pink abstract geometric painting by Reeves Art + Design owner
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
H 29.75 in W 24 in D 1.63 in
"In The Shadows" Contemporary Abstract Figurative Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Colorful abstract painting by Texas artist Paul Reeves. Black figures over a colorscape of playful
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
"Genesis 1" Deep Tonal Contemporary Expressionist Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Deep tonal abstract painting with blue and red tones. The painting has a clear coat over the paint
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
H 60 in W 60 in D 2.75 in
"Put Candy on There" Colorful Geometric Abstract Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Colorful abstract geometric painting by Reeves Art + Design owner and Houston, TX artist Paul
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
"Neanderthal" Contemporary Blue and Red Geometric Abstract Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Blue and red geometric abstract painting by Houston, Texas artist Paul Reeves. The work features a
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Acrylic, Mixed Media
H 31 in W 31 in D 1.63 in
"Static Conundrum" Contemporary Teal, Green, & Pink Abstract Cubist Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Teal, green, and pink abstract Cubist style painting by Texas artist Paul Reeves. The work features
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
H 43.38 in W 36.5 in D 1.5 in
"Desert" Pastel Peach, Blue, and Gray Abstract Geometric Patterned Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Pastel-toned abstract geometric painting by Reeves Art + Design owner and Houston, TX artist Paul
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Paul Reeves"Desert" Pastel Peach, Blue, and Gray Abstract Geometric Patterned Painting, 21st Century
H 29.88 in W 30 in D 0.75 in
“Ants at Work” Blue, Orange, White, and Green Abstract Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Colorful abstract geometric painting by Houston, TX artist and Reeves Art + Design owner Paul
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
H 30 in W 30 in D 1.38 in
"Luck of the Draw" Gray and Red Abstract Figurative Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Gray, red, yellow, and black abstract figurative painting by Houston, TX artist and Reeves Art
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
H 28 in W 39.5 in D 0.88 in
"Balance - God, Family, Work, (Self?)" Vibrant and Colorful Abstract Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Vibrant and colorful abstract painting by Reeves Art + Design owner and Houston, TX artist Paul
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
H 24 in W 24 in D 1.5 in
"Deep Blue” Blue and Green Toned Abstract Contemporary Textured Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Blue and green-toned abstract contemporary painting by Houston, TX artist Paul Reeves. This
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Acrylic
H 30.13 in W 30.13 in D 1.5 in
"MIA Vietnam" Red, Blue, and Black Figurative Geometric Abstract Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Red, blue, and black abstract figurative painting by Texas artist Paul Reeves. The work features a
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
H 30 in W 30 in D 0.88 in
"Security" Colorful Geometric Abstract Painting with Small Red and Black Pattern
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Colorful abstract geometric painting by Houston, TX artist and Reeves Art + Design owner Paul
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
H 29.88 in W 30 in D 0.75 in
"Maybe, Maybe Not" Blue and Red Abstract Longitudinal Female Portrait Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Red and blue longitudinal abstract figurative painting by Reeves Art + Design owner and Houston, TX
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Canvas
H 36 in W 24 in D 0.13 in
"Night Sounds" Light Blue, Red, and Orange Abstract Painting w/ Colorful Swirls
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Light blue, pink, red, and purple abstract painting by Reeves Art + Design owner and Houston, TX
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
H 30 in W 30 in D 0.75 in
"No Respect Drafted 1966-69 U.S. Army" Colorful Abstract Stripe Drip Painting
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Colorful abstract titled "No Respect" by Texas artist Paul Reeves. Acrylic on canvas, circa 2014
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
H 25 in W 31 in D 1.25 in
Original Signed Carol Reeves Vintage Still Life Painting Oranges & Flowers
Located in West Hartford, CT
Well listed American artist Carol Reeve still life depicting oranges and flowers.
Medium is oil on
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Colorful Abstract with Three Females
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Colorful abstract painting of three female figures with a black and white background. The painting
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Winter Trees at Village in English Countryside by 20th Century British Artist
By Wendy Reeves
Located in Preston, GB
would be a painter. Prior to her famous paintings of the British Isles, artist Wendy Reeves painted
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Winter Mist at a Farm in the English Countryside by 20th Century British Artist
By Wendy Reeves
Located in Preston, GB
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Wendy Reeves garnered acclaim for her Scottish Highland and Lakeland paintings. Born in 1944 in Ewell
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sheep beside a Loch in the Scottish Highlands by 20th Century British Artist
By Wendy Reeves
Located in Preston, GB
Oil Painting of Sheep beside a Loch in the Scottish Highlands by 20th Century British Artist, Wendy
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Paint
Pastel of River Mountain in English Countryside by 20th Century British Artist
By Wendy Reeves
Located in Preston, GB
when she returned to England she cemented her name as an artist.
Wendy Reeves' paintings showcase her
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil Pastel, Pastel
"Hollywood" Blonde Woman Behind a Stage with Red Curtains and Two Candles
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Red, blue, and yellow abstract figurative painting by Reeves Art + Design owner and Houston, TX
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
H 24 in W 36 in D 0.13 in
"Ramshackle" Green, Red, Turquoise, and Orange Abstract with Pebbles
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Textured colorful abstract painting by Reeves Art + Design owner and Houston TX artist Paul Reeves
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
H 29.88 in W 30 in D 1.5 in
"Tusken Girl" Minimal Contemporary Abstract
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Portrait painting of a women, titled "Tusken Girl", by artist Paul Reeves dated 2018. Painting with
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Copper
"Dark Matters" Minimal Contemporary Abstract
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Large abstract painting by artist Paul Reeves. Was made in 2017 with dark acrylic paints. Shades of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Pink, Blue and Black Floral Still Life Abstract
By Paul Reeves
Located in Houston, TX
Pink, blue and black floral still life abstract by Texas artist Paul Reeves.
Artist Biography
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
El Capitain
Located in Missouri, MO
James Reeve Stuart (American, 1834-1915)
El Capitain, 1870
Signed Lower Left
36 x 46 inches
46 x 56
Category
1870s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Oil painting of a Whitsuntide fair after Munnings
By Alfred Munnings
Located in London, GB
Oil painting of a Whitsuntide fair after Munnings
English, early 20th Century
Frame: Height 78cm
Category
Early 19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Yellow Bar" Contemporary Pastel Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Exhibited in "Benji Stiles: A Human Day" at Reeves Art + Design.
In “A Human Day,” a solo show
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 60 in W 48 in D 1.38 in
"Human Behavior" Contemporary Pastel Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Exhibited in "Benji Stiles: A Human Day" at Reeves Art + Design.
In “A Human Day,” a solo show
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 60 in W 48 in D 1.38 in
"!!" Contemporary Pastel Orange & Yellow Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Exhibited in "Benji Stiles: A Human Day" at Reeves Art + Design.
In “A Human Day,” a solo show
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 60 in W 48 in D 1.75 in
"Yellow Corner" Contemporary Pastel Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Exhibited in "Benji Stiles: A Human Day" at Reeves Art + Design.
In “A Human Day,” a solo show
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 60 in W 48 in D 1.25 in
"Alone but moving" Contemporary Pastel Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Exhibited in "Benji Stiles: A Human Day" at Reeves Art + Design.
In “A Human Day,” a solo show
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 60 in W 48 in D 1.5 in
Waterloo Bridge-original impressionism cityscape oil painting-contemporary Art
By Michael Alford
Located in London, Chelsea
awarded several prizes including the Green and Stone Oil Painting Prize, the Agnes Reeve Memorial Prize
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
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H 24.02 in W 33.86 in D 1.19 in
Cannon Street-original impressionism cityscape oil painting-contemporary Art
By Michael Alford
Located in London, Chelsea
and Stone Oil Painting Prize, the Agnes Reeve Memorial Prize for best painting of London, and the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
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H 5.91 in W 9.85 in D 1.19 in
"The Struggle" Contemporary Pastel Abstract Expressionist Oil & Acrylic Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Exhibited in "Benji Stiles: A Human Day" at Reeves Art + Design.
In “A Human Day,” a solo show
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Linen, Acrylic, Oil
Mallards over Wetlands in the English Countryside by 20th Century British Artist
By Wendy Reeves
Located in Preston, GB
paintings of the British Isles, artist Wendy Reeves painted scenes from a trip she made to Spain when she
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Oil Pastel, Pastel
Pastel Drawing of Cattle in English Countryside by 20th Century British Artist
By Wendy Reeves
Located in Preston, GB
to England she cemented her name as an artist.
Wendy Reeves' paintings showcase her talent with
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Oil Pastel, Pastel
Cheyne Walk, Chelsea - original London impressionism oil painting- modern art
By Michael Alford
Located in London, Chelsea
again in 2013. Michael has been awarded several prizes including the Green and Stone Oil Painting Prize
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
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H 18.12 in W 22.05 in D 1.58 in
Piazza della Signoria, Florence 1-original impressionism cityscape oil painting
By Michael Alford
Located in London, Chelsea
again in 2013. Michael has been awarded several prizes including the Green and Stone Oil Painting Prize
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Michael AlfordPiazza della Signoria, Florence 1-original impressionism cityscape oil painting , 2023
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H 24.02 in W 24.02 in D 1.19 in
Mid Century Modern Fruit Basket with Plate Still-Life
By Mary Reeves
Located in Soquel, CA
treatment done in oil pastel by Mary Reeves (American, 20th Century). Signed and dated lower left corner
Category
1950s American Impressionist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Oil Pastel
Piazza della Signoria (After Rain), Florence II-ORIGINAL cityscape oil painting
By Michael Alford
Located in London, Chelsea
. Michael has been awarded several prizes including the Green and Stone Oil Painting Prize, the Agnes Reeve
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
H 20.08 in W 29.93 in D 1.19 in
If on a Winters Night I-original impressionism London cityscape oil painting-Art
By Michael Alford
Located in London, Chelsea
several prizes including the Green and Stone Oil Painting Prize, the Agnes Reeve Memorial Prize for best
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Panel
Michael AlfordIf on a Winters Night I-original impressionism London cityscape oil painting-Art, 2023
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H 27.17 in W 27.17 in D 1.19 in
Early 20th Century Oil - Forest Deer
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming oil painting, depicting a mountainous landscape scene with a deer and a small boat in
Category
Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Prairie Flowers (unique signed acrylic landscape painting)
By Thelma Appel
Located in New York, NY
THELMA APPEL
Prairie Flowers, 2014
Oil on Canvas painting
Signed, titled & dated by the artist on
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Stitching Guesture" Colorful Contemporary Abstract Geometric Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Contemporary colorful abstract painting by local Houston artist Peter Healy. Currently featured in
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 60 in W 48 in D 2 in
"Remnants" Contemporary Colorful Abstract Expressionist Landscape Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Contemporary colorful abstract painting by local Houston artist Erika Whitney. Currently featured
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Oil
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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.
- La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021Any 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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, 2023Because 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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 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.
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Oils typically command higher prices than acrylic paintings, because they generally require more skill.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To identify an artist's oil painting signature, you can try photographing it with your smartphone and then conducting a reverse image search using a trusted search engine. You can also search for the name and consult trusted online resources to learn more about the artist. If these methods don't result in a successful identification, a certified art appraiser or art dealer may be able to assist you. Shop a range of oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
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