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"Saint” Oil Painting 53" x 27.5" inch by Katherine Bakhoum Tisné
By Katherine Bakhoum-Tisné
Located in Culver City, CA
"Saint” Oil Painting 53" x 27.5" inch by Katherine Bakhoum Tisné
Katherine Bakhoum represents art
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 53 in W 27.5 in D 1.5 in
Saint Mark's Basilica Interior Oil Painting
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Saint Mark's Basilica Venice Oil Painting
Signed, lower left dated, titled verso.
Romanesque
Category
1910s Realist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cotton Canvas
H 46.5 in W 56.5 in D 3 in
''Mont Saint-Michel' Contemporary Oil Painting Walking towards Mont Saint-Michel
By Ewa Rzeznik
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Polish artist Ewa Rzeznik reflects reality in her colorful paintings: Fishermen along the
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 39.38 in W 19.69 in D 1.19 in
memory of Saint Peterburg, Nevskji Prospekrt, Painting, Oil on Paper
By Federico Cortese
Located in Yardley, PA
from the series “Houses on the waterâ€
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 14.6 in W 19.7 in D 0.1 in
Genuine Saint, Oil on Canvas Painting by Michael Knigin
By Michael Knigin
Located in Long Island City, NY
Genuine Saint
Michael Knigin, American (1942–2011)
Date: 1987
Oil on Canvas, signed, titled and
Category
1980s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Neuilly Parc Paris, Park Saint-James impressionism, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Gav Banns
Located in Yardley, PA
impressionist oil painting. It is painted on canvasboard, and comes signed and varnished. :: Painting
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 18.1 in W 15 in D 0.1 in
Night in Saint Tropez Harbor - Original oil painting, Signed
By André Cottavoz
Located in Paris, FR
André Cottavoz (1922-2012)
Night in Saint Tropez Harbor, c. 1960
Original oil painting
Signed in
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Saint Sebastian, 15th Century Religious Oil Painting on Panel
Located in London, GB
Oil on panel
Image size: 16 x 13 1/4 inches (41 x 34 cm)
Early gilt frame
Saint Sebastian was a
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian School Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Saint Sebastian, Figurative, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Alexander Litvinov
Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Medium
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
No Reserve
H 16 in W 6.5 in D 0.8 in
October 24, country lane in Saint Vincent, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
painting, painted “alla prima†in one single sitting, with lively and spontaneous brushstrokes to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 23.6 in W 35.4 in D 1.2 in
Saint Sebastian And Saint Roch, Flemish / German School - Oil On Panel
Located in Blackwater, GB
Saint Sebastian and Saint Roch, 16th century
Flemish / German school - oil on panel
Beautiful
Category
16th Century Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Saint Sophia, City, Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
By Karen Darbinyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Karen Darbinyan
Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind
Medium: Oil on
Category
2010s Academic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
No Reserve
H 12 in W 17 in D 0.8 in
Saint Malo Sky, Textured Original Oil Painting, Colourful French Landscape
By Eleanor Woolley
Located in Deddington, GB
Saint Malo Sky is an Original Painting by Eleanor Woolley. Preliminary sketches we made in Saint
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 5.91 in W 7.88 in D 0.79 in
Oil Painting of Ponte Saint Angelo, Signed
Located in Sheffield, MA
Wonderful oil on board painting of the Castelo and Ponte Saint Angelo. Beautifully rococo frame
Category
20th Century European Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Saint Sebastian, Classic Art, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Alexander Litvinov
Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Medium
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
No Reserve
H 20 in W 21 in D 0.8 in
Path in the snow, Saint Julien du Pinet, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Landscape of Auvergne, in the very heart of France. The landscapes in the Velay mountains are an inexhaustible source of inspiration. I like to paint them in all seasons. This ...
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 42.5 in W 63.7 in D 1.2 in
"Dripping Dots - Saint Barts" Multicolor Contemporary Oil Painting on Canvas
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
. This piece is inspired by "Saint Barts" the colors create an emotion which is felt while viewing this
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 24 in W 24 in D 1.25 in
Spanish school XX century Saint Pancras oil on canvas painting
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Oil measures 55x46 cm.
Frameless.
Category
1990s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Saint Tropez - Oil on canvas, Figurative realist painting, Polish art
By Marek Okrassa
Located in Warsaw, PL
ARTIST:
MAREK OKRASSA. Born in 1975, he studied painting in the studio of professor M. Swieszewski
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 70.87 in W 63 in D 0.79 in
"Chapelle Saint-Michel de Tremblade, Jegun" - Oil painting, Historic Chapel
By Tina Orsolic Dalessio
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Orsolic Dalessio's sky seems to dance in this plein air painting. A line of healthy trees and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
De La Saint - Original Oil on Canvas Abstract Figurative Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mark Acetelli’s oil and mixed media paintings awaken the viewer’s sense of exploration and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Eglise Saint-Jean Baptiste" Oil painting, impressionist, plein air, France
By Tina Orsolic Dalessio
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Orsolic Dalessio's plein air painting is a picturesque depiction of the French countryside. Her
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Panel, Wood Panel, Oil
Religious painting 17th 18th VIGNON Caravaggio follower Oil canvas Saint Gregory
Located in PARIS, FR
paintings representing the four great doctors of the Latin church Saint Jerome, Saint Ambroise, Saint
Category
18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 23.63 in W 17.72 in
Fine Italian Old Master Oil Painting Angel & Saints Appearing to Figures
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
dressed in a white ruff collar.
Medium: oil on canvas, framed
Framed: 22 x 26 inches
Painting: 17 x 25
Category
Early 18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
The Harbour at Honfleur - Post Impressionist Seascape Oil - Henri de Saint-Delis
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Signed oil on board figures in seascape painting circa 1910 by French post impressionist painter
Category
Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
"Parisian Street Scene by Porte Saint-Denis" Impressionist Oil Painting Canvas
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful oil on canvas painting by the French artist, Jack Prudnik. Prudnik was an American
Category
20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 30.5 in W 36.5 in D 2.5 in
San Giorgo Oil Painting on Panel Dragon Boy Saint In Stock
By Tino Luciano
Located in Utrecht, NL
San Giorgo Oil Painting on Panel Dragon Boy Saint In Stock
Tino Luciano (1953, Sardinië) Like most
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Free Shipping
H 18.12 in W 14.97 in
"Saint-Cloud" Oil Painting 16" x 24" inch by Evgeniya Buravleva
By Evgeniya Buravleva
Located in Culver City, CA
"Saint-Cloud" Oil Painting 16" x 24" inch by Evgeniya Buravleva
Evgeniya Buravleva was born in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas, Cardboard
Saint Francis. Oil figurative painting, Landscape, Colorful, Vibrant, Portrait
By Iszchan Nazarian
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary oil on canvas figurative painting by Iszchan Nazarian. Painting depicts figure of
Category
2010s Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Saint Francis Oil figurative painting, Landscape, Colorful, Vibrant, Portrait
By Iszchan Nazarian
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary oil on canvas figurative painting by Iszchan Nazarian. Painting depicts figure of
Category
2010s Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Saint Mark's Square Venice Italy oil on canvas painting italian urbanscape
By Jordi Curos
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Jordi Curós Ventura (1930-2007) - Saint Mark's Square Venice - Oil on canvas
Oil measures 60x73 cm
Category
1990s Fauvist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Evangelist and Apostle Saint Luke, 1602, Oil Painting
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 17th century German oil painting on chamfered oak panel by Maller Michael Nagel signed in
Category
Mid-20th Century German Baroque Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint, Oak
Stormy Weather - Honfleur - Post Impressionist Oil, Seascape by H de Saint-Delis
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
A wonderful oil on canvas circa 1908 by French post impressionist painter Henri Liénard de Saint
Category
Early 1900s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Saint Valentin - Oil Painting Red Pink Green White Blue Brown Black
By Florence Metge
Located in Sofia, BG
"Saint Valentin" is a painting by the French artist Maestro Florence Metge.
Through her art, she
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Linen
H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 0.79 in
"MIDDLE POINT", surrealist oil painting, woman, cat, blood ritual, cosmos, saint
By Tslil Tsemet
Located in Toronto, Ontario
"MIDDLE POINT", 2016, is a surrealist oil painting on canvas by artist Tslil Tsemet, and measures
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
(Slavic School, 19th Century) A Large Oil Painting "Saints Cyril and Methodius"
Located in New York, NY
(Slavic School, 19th Century) A Large Oil Painting "Saints Cyril and Methodius"
Very good quality
Category
19th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
17th century oil on canvas painting 'Ectasy of Saint Cecilia'
Located in Oostende, BE
This unique painting is called 'Ectasi of Saint Cecilia' and was painted by the Italian painter
Category
17th Century Italian School Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 40.16 in W 28.75 in D 1.97 in
19TH CENTURY CONTINENTAL SCHOOL OIL PAINTING WOOD PANEL STUDY OF A SAINT
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
19th Century Continental School
A study of a saint
Medium ; oil on panel
Size: 26" x 12" inches
Category
19th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sun Shine, saint Sophia, impressionism, Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
By Karen Darbinyan
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Karen Darbinyan
Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind
Medium: Oil on
Category
2010s Academic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
No Reserve
H 8.5 in W 12 in D 0.8 in
Saint Valentine Day - Abstract Oil Painting Colors Blue Orange Red Green Pink
By Plamen Bonev
Located in Sofia, BG
"Saint Valentine Day" is a modern, abstract art line painting by Maestro Plamen Bonev,
The
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 0.79 in
Jardin Parc de Saint-Cloud - Large French Paris Naïf Garden Park Oil Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
Parc de Saint-Cloud on the outskirts of Paris. Excellent quality early example of French naïf painting
Category
1930s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
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H 26.78 in W 29.53 in
Le Martyr de Saint Sebastian (Academic Figurative Oil Painting in Gold Frame)
By Mark Beard
Located in Hudson, NY
Academic style figurative oil painting on canvas
48 x 24 inches unframed
58 x 32 x 3 inches in gold
Category
Early 2000s Academic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Italian 18th Century Oval Religious Oil on Canvas Painting with Saint Dominic
By Francesco de Mura
Located in Firenze, IT
This beautiful Italian 18th Century old masters oil painting on oval canvas with giltwood frame is
Category
18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
The Parade of Swiss Guards a painting on canvas by Gabriel de Saint-Aubin
Located in PARIS, FR
In this painting, Gabriel de Saint-Aubin, the great chronicler of the reign of Louis XV, takes us
Category
1760s Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Tux" Figure wearing Saint Laurant Tuxedo in London Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
From the artist "Tux" series, painted oil on heavy weight paper, signed and dated verso.
Art
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
H 14 in W 11 in D 0.1 in
Saint Rita Stigmata Italian Religious Painting
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3805 Italian Religious oil painting of saint Rita the first woman stigmata
Image size 21x23
Category
1960s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Paris in Saint Laurent" Figure Chanel Gown Haute Couture Colorful Oil Painting
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
. Painted oil on heavy weight paper, signed and dated verso.
Art measures 14 x 11 inches
Inspired by
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Oil, Archival Paper
Antique Oil Painting With Four Saints, Germany ca. 1920s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Oil Painting With Four Saints, Germany ca. 1920s
A great antique painting depicting the
Category
Early 20th Century German Country Paintings
Materials
Wood, Glass
Mid-19th Century Spanish Oil Painting of Saint Francis
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very beautiful mid-19th century oil-on-canvas painting of a young Saint Francis praying at an
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century European Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Huge 18th Century Oil Painting Saint Matthias the Apostle
Located in Buxton, GB
This Huge Unique French Oil Painting features a captivating scene of Saint Matthias in bold
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XIV Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Early 1800's Italian Oil Painting Portrait of Bearded Man Saint Peter Apostle
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Italian School, early 19th century
'Portrait of a Bearded Man' - possibly Saint Peter?
oil on board
Category
Early 19th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Spanish Colonial Saint and Angel Oil on Panel Painting
Located in New York, NY
Spanish colonial oil on panel painting depicting a kneeling saint or bishop being adorned with
Category
Antique 18th Century Spanish Colonial Paintings
Materials
Wood
"Venice in Saint Laurent" Figure Gown French Haute Couture Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
controlled movement. “Venice in Saint Laurent" demonstrates a whimsical expression of femininity and
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Archival Paper
"Paris in Saint Laurent" Figure Gown French Haute Couture Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
controlled movement. “Paris in Saint Laurent” demonstrates a whimsical expression of femininity and formality
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Oil, Archival Paper
Signed Edwin Austin Abbey oil painting of the Virgin and Child with saints
By Edwin Austin Abbey
Located in Larchmont, NY
Original Edwin Austin Abbey (American, 1852-1911) oil painting of the Virgin and Child with saints
Category
Early 20th Century American Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
"Man in Tux" Figure wearing Saint Laurant in London Oil Painting on Paper
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
From the artist "Tux" series, painted oil on heavy weight paper, signed and dated verso.
Art
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
H 14 in W 11 in D 0.1 in
Antique Spanish Colonial Oil on Canvas Painting of Saint Anthony
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 18th century Spanish colonial oil on canvas painting of Saint Anthony with the infant
Category
Antique 18th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
17th Century Saint Jerome Francesco Fracanzano Saint Skull Oil on Canvas Red
Located in Sanremo, IT
Painting, oil on canvas, measuring 92 x 77 without frame and 107 x 82 cm with frame , depicting a
Category
Mid-17th Century Italian School Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 36.23 in W 30.32 in D 1.58 in
Saint Catherine Of Sienna Oil On Canvas Spanish Colonial Painting
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th Century oil on canvas painting depicting Saint Catherine of Siena bearing lilies and a book in
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
"My Spring in Yves Saint Laurent Heart" Pop Art Oil Painting White Floater Frame
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
or someone you love, this stunning original oil painting brings style and grace to any small or
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Board, Mixed Media, Oil
H 11.5 in W 9.5 in D 2 in
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Saint Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate saint oil painting for your needs in our varied inventory. You can easily find an example made in the Old Masters style, while we also have 36 Old Masters versions to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a saint oil painting from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add a saint oil painting to create new energy in an otherwise neutral space in your home, you can find a work on 1stDibs that features elements of brown, gray, black, blue and more. There have been many interesting saint oil painting examples over the years, but those made by Cindy Shaoul, Jan Kelderman, Edward Beale, Margaret Evangeline and Richard Gibbons are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Artworks like these — often created in oil paint, paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.
How Much is a Saint Oil Painting?
The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a saint oil painting in our inventory may begin at $370 and can go as high as $345,000, while the average can fetch as much as $5,441.
Questions About Saint Oil Painting
- 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 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.
- 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 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.
- 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.
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Oils typically command higher prices than acrylic paintings, because they generally require more skill.
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