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Programma Preferito (Roma), Oil Painting on Canvas by Pietro Bulloni
By Pietro Bulloni
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Pietro Bulloni, Italian (1947 - )
Title: Programma Preferito (Roma)
Year: 2015
Medium: Oil
Category
2010s Pop Art Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Roma towers 01, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Laura Federici
Located in Yardley, PA
This painting is part of a series of new works about Termini station in Rome :: Painting
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Roma via Appia Painting oil on Canvas By Ruspini Randolfo
By Ruspini Randolfo
Located in Rome, IT
Roma via Appia Painting oil on Canvas By Ruspini Randolfo .1930-40
With a Giltwood frame of the
Category
Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 24.81 in W 40.56 in D 1.97 in
Roma via Appia Painting oil on Canvas By Ruspini Randolfo
By Ruspini Randolfo
Located in Rome, IT
Roma via Appia Painting oil on Canvas By Ruspini Randolfo .1930-40
With a Giltwood frame of the
Category
Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 24.81 in W 40.56 in D 1.97 in
Giacomo Casa (Conegliano, 1827 - Rome, 1887), Allegory of Venice
Located in Milan, IT
Giacomo Casa (Conegliano, 1827 - Roma, 1887)
Allegoria di Venezia
Olio su tela, cm 50,5 x 40
Category
19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Panorama di Roma con Beduini Oil Painting on Canvas In Stock
By Giovanni Tommasi Ferroni
Located in Utrecht, NL
Panorama di Roma con Beduini Oil Painting on Canvas In Stock
Giovanni Tommasi Ferroni (1967, Rome
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Y Roma
By Javier Arizmendi-Kalb
Located in Burlingame, CA
this abstract painting with symbols and narrative motif, in bold black with yellow and red. The artist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Paintings
Materials
Oil Crayon, Cotton Canvas, Oil
Girl in a Blue Hat, oil on paper, figural, Impressionist
Located in Wiscasset, ME
Gina Roma was born in Tezze di Piave, Italy, in 1914. After Liceo Artistico, she attended the
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Roma, Interior, Oil on Canvas Painting by John Hubbard, 1958-9
By John Hubbard
Located in Kingsclere, GB
Roma, Interior, Oil on Canvas Painting by John Hubbard 1931-2017, 1958-9
Additional information
Category
20th Century Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Original Emilio Greco Painting, titled "Roma", 1972
By Emilio Greco
Located in New York, NY
Emilio Greco (Italian, 1913-1995)
Roma, 1972
Oil on canvas
45 1/2 x 28 3/4 in.
Signed and inscribed
Category
1970s Modern Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antica Roma
Located in Miami, FL
point in time. He uses liquids and materials, ochre and oil mediums. The life in his paintings evokes in
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Oil, Pigment
Roma 89
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Roma series , oil on canvas.
Category
2010s Minimalist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
Capriccio Architectural Paint Oil on canvas 18th Century Landscape Italy Roma
By Pierre-antoine Demachy
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
Pierre-Antoine Demachy
(Paris 1723 - 1807)
Architectural capriccio
oil painting on canvas
92 x 70
Category
Mid-18th Century Baroque Paintings
Materials
Oil
Architectural Capriccio Landscape Roma Fabris 18th Century Table Oil on canvas
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
Jacob Fabris (Venice, 1689 - 1761)
Architectural Capriccio with ancient classical ruins
Oil on
Category
18th Century Old Masters Paintings
Materials
Oil
Architectural Capriccio Landscape Roma Fabris 18th Century Table Oil on canvas
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
Jacob Fabris (Venice, 1689 - 1761)
Architectural Capriccio with ancient classical ruins
Oil on
Category
18th Century Old Masters Paintings
Materials
Oil
Eugene Meeks English oil painting of a woman at a well titled "Roma", dated 1871
Located in New York, NY
Antique Guy Meeks oil painting of a woman at a well.
Signed lower right: G Meeks, Roma, 1871
Framed
Category
Early 20th Century American Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Palatine, Rome
By Orfeo Tamburi
Located in Roma, RM
Orfeo Tamburi (Jesi 1910 – Ermont 1994), Il Palatino, Roma (1945)
Dipinto ad olio su tela di cm 60
Category
Mid-20th Century Other Art Style Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Late 19th Century Vintage Oil on Canvas Painting Signed P. Gabrim Roma
Located in Stamford, CT
P. Gabrim Roma. This is a beautiful oil painting of a charming scene possible of a family bringing
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Hotel Hassler Roma
By Paul G. Oxborough
Located in Greenwich, CT
This painting depicts the Hotel Hassler, in Rome, Italy.
Paul G. Oxborough, American, b. 1965
Category
2010s American Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Portrait Lady Pulzone Paint Oil on canvas Old master 16th Century Italian Roma
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
of the 16th century
oil on canvas, cm. 70 x 56 cm., Framed 103 x 87 cm.
The proposed painting
Category
16th Century Old Masters Paintings
Materials
Oil
Monte Savello, Roma
Located in Genève, GE
Work on wood
Golden wooden frame
65 x 75.5 x 4 cm
Category
1940s Italian School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Temple II ROMA
Located in Miami, FL
point in time. He uses liquids and materials, ochre and oil mediums. The life in his paintings evoques
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
Naturalmente (Roma), Pop Surrealist Painting by Pietro Bulloni
By Pietro Bulloni
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Pietro Bulloni, Italian (1947 - )
Title: Naturalmente (Roma)
Year: 2015
Medium: Oil on
Category
2010s Pop Art Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Roma Lady Jebsa - Victorian oil portrait exhibited Manchester Art Gallery 2018
By Annie Louisa Swynnerton
Located in London, GB
Roma woman in traditional dress, in its original frame in good condition. The painting has had
Category
19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Hendrick van Lint workshop (Roma)- 18th century landscape painting - Apollo
Located in Varmo, IT
.
Antique oil painting on canvas, without frame.
Condition report: Lined canvas. Good condition of the
Category
Early 18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 15.75 in W 19.69 in
Landscape Paint Oil on canvas 18th Century Old master Roma Italy River Water Art
By Paolo Anesi (Rome 1697 - 1773)
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
II half XVIII century
oil on canvas, (cm.) 37 x 54, framed x 55 x 62
The painting has characters
Category
18th Century Old Masters Paintings
Materials
Oil
18th Century The Sacrifice of Iphigenia Roma School Painting Oil on Canvas
Located in Milan, IT
Roman school, 18th century
The Sacrifice of Iphigenia
Oil on canvas, Measures: 50 x 64.5 cm
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 19.69 in W 25.4 in D 1.58 in
Piazza di Spagna Roma
By Yves Brayer
Located in London, GB
'Piazza di Spagna, Roma' oil on canvas, by Yves Brayer (1933). At the bottom of the Spanish Steps
Category
1930s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Roma 11, titanium white, oatmeal
Located in Las Vegas, NV
From the Roma Series.
Photo-realistically painted folds and creases based upon unravelling
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Ruins Landscape Codazzi Paint Oil on canvas Old master 18th Century Roma Italy
By Niccolò Codazzi (Naples, 1642 - Genoa, 1693)
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
Roman period, began to develop an independent artistic personality, and the present painting represents
Category
18th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Frutti del Tempo (Roma), Pop Surrealist Painting by Pietro Bulloni
By Pietro Bulloni
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Pietro Bulloni, Italian (1947 - )
Title: Frutti del Tempo (Roma)
Year: 2015
Medium: Oil on
Category
2010s Pop Art Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
View of Ponte Milvio in Rome
Located in Roma, RM
Pittore nordico attivo a Roma nella seconda metà del XVII secolo, Veduta di Ponte Milvio
Dipinto
Category
18th Century and Earlier Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Domingo Motta (1872 - 1962), View of Ancient Rome
Located in Milan, IT
Domingo Motta (1872 – 1962)
Veduta di Roma antica – Gesù assiste al trionfo di Costantino
Olio su
Category
19th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
20th Century Roland Roy 'Hawaii / California' "Roma" Original Oil on Canvas
Located in San Francisco, CA
Roland Roy (Hawaii / California) Original Oil on Canvas
We are calling this painting "Roma
Category
Late 20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
French Contemporary Art by Karine Bartoli - Roma 02
By Karine Bartoli
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Karine Bartoli was born in 1971 in Ajaccio. She enrolled at the Ecole Nationale
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 23.63 in W 31.5 in D 1.19 in
HEAVENLY ROME - Roma Celeste - Paint by Dario Cusani - 1995
Located in Roma, IT
exclusive PHOTOPAINTING technique with a photographic element to which I add painting (oil or acrylic) to
Category
1990s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 27.56 in W 39.38 in D 1.19 in
Susanna Old Men Religious Roma nschool 17th Century Paint Oiul on canvas Italy
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
Painter active in Rome in the early 17th century
Susanna and the Old Men
Oil on canvas
76 x 62 cm
Category
17th Century Old Masters Paintings
Materials
Oil
Stefano Pozzi (Rome, 1699 - 1768), attr., Rest from the Flight into Egypt
Located in Milan, IT
Stefano Pozzi (Roma, 1699 – 1768), attr.
Riposo dalla fuga in Egitto
Olio su tela, cm 49 x 63,5
Category
18th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Scope of Hendrik Frans van Lint, (Antwerp, 1684 - Rome, 1763), City view
Located in Milan, IT
Ambito di Hendrik Frans van Lint, (Anversa, 1684 - Roma, 1763)
Veduta cittadina con fiume
Category
17th Century Other Art Style Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
19th Century Portrait of a Goddess of Wine, Signed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
captivating 19th-century oil painting depicting a goddess of wine, signed lower right 'C.M.D. Sengih (?) Roma
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
Roma
By Luca Pignatelli
Located in Roma, RM
ROMA
2003
Oil on canvas
Signed, place, dated and titled on the canvas: Luca Pignatelli / Milano
Category
Early 2000s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Roma-Acrylic Paint, Oil Paint, Canvas, Landscape, Vibrant, Abstract, Blue, Green
By Georganna Greene
Located in Nashville, TN
This abstract landscape oil and acrylic painting on canvas is a depiction of foliage using green
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
From The Terrace ( Via Dei Serpenti, 90, Roma)
By Fred Mitchell
Located in Lawrence, NY
leading art center in the world and helped launch a golden age of American painting. Curator James Sweeney
Category
1940s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Italy, Roma, view of the Mars Ultor temple on the Nerva forum
Located in PARIS, FR
French School
Italy, Roma, view of the Mars Ultor temple on the Nerva forum
Painting, oil on wood
Category
19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Andrea Camassei Painting
By Andrea Camassei
Located in Florence, IT
Alessandro Magno and Efestione
(Bevagna, Perugia 1602 â?? Roma 1649)
Painting oil on canvas
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Paintings
Operetta in Roma - contemporary colourful Italian townscape oil painting
By Ellie Hesse
Located in London, GB
Ellie Hesse was born in New York in 1972 but spent most of her childhood in the Yorkshire Dales. Travel has always been an important feature of her life since then, exploring Asia an...
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 1.58 in
Primavera A Roma (Abstract painting)
By Tommaso Fattovich
Located in London, GB
Oil and acrylic on canvas - Unframed.
Fattovich calls his style Abstract Punk.
His compositions
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Piazza di Roma - Contemporary oil on canvas painting, Warm tones, City view
By Alek Slon
Located in Warsaw, PL
Oil on board painting by Polish artist Alek Slon (b. 1975) who graduated from Accademia di Belle
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
"Capitole, Roma" by Maurice Blanchet - Oil on canvas 81x65 cm
Located in Geneva, CH
Oil on canvas sold with frame
Total size with Frame 82x97 cm
Maurice BLANCHET is an artist born
Category
1940s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 25.6 in W 31.89 in D 0.79 in
Piero Pizzi Cannella, "Disegno per Roma, " Oil and Charcoal on Wood, 1988
By Piero Pizzi Cannella
Located in Long Island City, NY
This mixed media painting on cardboard mounted to wood was created by Italian artist Piero Pizzi
Category
1980s Conceptual Abstract Paintings
Materials
Charcoal, Mixed Media, Oil, Wood Panel, Cardboard, Woodcut
"Roma, " Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Victoria Novak's "Roma" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a still life of grapes
Category
2010s Photorealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Roma", Contemporary Mixed Media Abstract Oil Painting with Collage
By Michael Pauker
Located in Soquel, CA
Contemporary abstract painting/collage by Bay Area artist Michael Pauker (American, b.1957), 2014
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood, Mixed Media, Oil
H 24 in W 18 in D 2 in
"Interior In Roma" Original Oil Painting by Robert White, Frameless Display
Located in Encino, CA
“Interior in Roma,” an original oil on canvas by Robert K. White, is a piece for the true collector
Category
2010s Realist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 36 in W 30 in D 0.875 in
Antique Oil Painting "The Necklace" C Ferranti Roma 19th C
By Carlo Ferranti
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique late 19th Century oil on canvas painting titled "The Necklace", by
Category
Antique 1890s Italian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Marco Curzio Venetian school 18th Century, Roma Mythological Oil Paint Italy
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
century
The painting, the work of an eighteenth-century Venetian painter close to the results of
Category
18th Century Old Masters Paintings
Materials
Oil
1800's Antique European, Signed, Roma, Figures, 1891, Oil on Canvas, Painting
Located in Austin, TX
Beautiful Antique Painting, European Oil on Canvas, Signed, Roma, Figures, 1891, 19th C.!
This
Category
Antique 19th Century European Other Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 39.75 in W 64.25 in D 4 in
Holy Family Paint Oil on canvas 17th Century Art Italy Roma Landscape Quality
By Girolamo Troppa
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
Egypt
Second half of the 17th century
oil on canvas
(cm) 72 x 53
with frame 81 x 62
This beautiful
Category
17th Century Baroque Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Landscape Italy Roma 17th Century Oil on canvas Paint Old master Quality Baroque
By Nicolaes Berchem
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
shepherds and flocks in the Roman countryside
oil on canvas
cm. 112 x 139
with antique frame cm. 125 x 151
Category
17th Century Old Masters Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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There is a broad range of roma oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. Finding the perfect Old Masters, Contemporary or Expressionist examples of these works for your space is difficult — today, we have a vast range of variations and more on offer. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a colorful piece of art to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — see the roma oil paintings on 1stDibs that include elements of brown, black, gray, beige and more. Pietro Bulloni, Alek Slon, Yves Brayer, Piero Pizzi Cannella and Robert Chiarito took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and canvas, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
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Roma oil paintings can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $6,561, while the lowest priced sells for $850 and the highest can go for as much as $41,873.
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- 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 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. - 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.
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- 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024To 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.
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- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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, 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 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.
- 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.
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Yale’s Trove of British Art Is Back on View in a Refreshed Louis Kahn Building
After a two-year closure, they Yale Center for British Art opens its doors again, with all sorts of changes to its building and programming.
At 89, Artist Lucio Pozzi Is Reaching New Career Heights
The Italian-American’s 2020 abstract painting “The Hoe” personifies his “art of not knowing.”
The 1stDibs Guide to Types of Abstract Art
Get to know the key movements and artists who have influenced visual culture for more than a century.
With a Show at MoMA, Marlon Mullen Paints Pictures That Are beyond Words
The nonspeaking California artist is having a moment, with vivacious paintings that play on art-magazine covers as well as more mysterious abstractions.
The Vibrant Beauty of Orphist Art Supersedes Its Perplexing Name
This kaleidoscopic early-modern art style has long deserved another look. Now, the Guggenheim museum is doing just that.
The 50 Most Expensive Paintings Ever Sold
Curious about the most expensive paintings in the world? Discover the stories behind these masterpieces as well as the staggering prices they fetched.
Ludwig Bemelmans Captures the Thrilling Sight of Coney Island at Night
The ‘Madeline’ creator and Carlyle Hotel legend was in a New York state of mind in the 1940s when he produced this exuberant and rare oil painting.