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Abstracted Seascape Oil Painting "Harbour with Ropes"
By Suzanne Leighton
Located in Cape Town, ZA
A unique, abstracted seascape oil painting on stretched canvas, ready to hang.
Framing on request
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 17.72 in W 21.66 in D 1.19 in
Antique American Impressionist Fishing Harbor Summer Seascape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American impressionist seascape oil painting. Oil on board. Framed in a nice whistler
Category
1880s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 13 in W 15 in D 2 in
American School Modernist Framed Original Sunset Signed Seascape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist signed seascape oil painting. Oil on canvas. Signed. Framed.
Category
1940s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 23 in W 28 in D 2 in
George Town Great Exuma Signed Vintage Bahamas Modernist Seascape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage modernist seascape oil painting. Oil on board. Framed. Signed verso.
Category
1960s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 20 in W 26 in D 2 in
Impressionist Seascape Oil Painting by George Renouard
By George Renouard
Located in Rochester, NY
Impressionist American seascape, oil painting by George Renouard. Inscribed on reverse "1st Chapter
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Impressionist Seascape Oil Painting by George Renouard
By George Renouard
Located in Rochester, NY
Impressionist American seascape, oil painting by George Renouard. Inscribed on reverse "1st Chapter
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 25 in W 29 in D 2.5 in
Beckoning of Distant Waters – Helen Howells – Original Seascape Oil Painting
By Helen Howells
Located in Deddington, GB
Beckoning of Distant Waters, is an original seascape oil painting by Helen Howells.
It is painted
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Maritime Seascape Oil Painting entitled Galleons at Sea by British Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Maritime Seascape Oil Painting entitled Galleons at Sea by British Artist Keith English (1935-2016
Category
Early 2000s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil
A New Dawn – Helen Howells – Original Seascape Oil Painting – 91cm x 91cm
By Helen Howells
Located in Deddington, GB
A New Dawn, is an original seascape oil painting by Helen Howells.
It is painted on a boxed canvas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Ultramarine". Contemporary Seascape Oil Painting
By Penny Rumble
Located in Brecon, Powys
for artists and it’s here that Penny Rumble paints her wonderful seascapes. This piece is so inviting
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Quicksilver: Contemporary Seascape Oil Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
resting boat. Speed was necessary here. The energy with which this painting was worked has imparted life
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Power". Abstract Impressionist Seascape Oil Painting
By Penny Rumble
Located in Brecon, Powys
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Framed, Signed.
Oil on canvas
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Seascape, Oil Painting by Vladimir German
By Vladimir German
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Vladimir German, Russian/American (1940 - )
Title: Seascape
Year: circa 1988
Medium: Oil on
Category
1980s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Abstract Expressionist Provincetown Seascape Oil Painting
By Joseph Kaplan
Located in Surfside, FL
Design for a marine painting. He was also the first recipient of the John J. Newman Memorial Medal, given
Category
20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Newlyn Harbour: Contemporary Seascape Oil Painting
By Simeon Stafford
Located in Brecon, Powys
This is an archetypal Stafford painting. Cheery tugs and Cornish fishing boats bobbing about in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Falling Sun: Contemporary Seascape Oil Painting
Located in Brecon, Powys
“Falling sun” (120 X 100cm). Rich blue, rich gold. A large canvas here made hot with thick layers of glowing paint. The sand beneath the simple fishing boat has been plated, metal-li...
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
At Sea, Impressionist Seascape Oil Painting
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: M. Colombo Visena
Title: At Sea
Medium: Oil on Canvas, signed lower right
Date: circa 1955
Category
1950s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Morris Katz Set of Three of Original Seascape Oil Paintings C.2001
By Morris Katz
Located in San Francisco, CA
Morris Katz (Ukraine / New York 1931-2010)
Set of Three of Original Seascape Oil Paintings c.2001
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 10 in W 8 in D 1 in
"Western Promise". Large Contemporary Seascape Oil Painting
By Penny Rumble
Located in Brecon, Powys
and one can see how at home she is reflected in her fabulous paintings.
Oil on canvas, signed and
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Neapolitan Sea Captain Portrait Seascape Oil Painting
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3703 Oil on artist board
Set in a vintage wood frame
Image size 13x9.5"
Category
1940s Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Wave. Contemporary Impressionist Seascape Oil Painting
By Michael Strang
Located in Brecon, Powys
Great seascape from this exceptional and well collected British Impressionist.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 24 in W 28 in D 1 in
The Midnight Hour. Contemporary Seascape Oil Painting
By Penny Rumble
Located in Brecon, Powys
It is the middle of summer and a strong southerly kicks up the sea so that it pounds against the shore. On a balmy, moonlit night in July, spray fills the air and a silvery reflectio...
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Before The Storm. Contemporary Seascape Oil Painting
By Penny Rumble
Located in Brecon, Powys
North Atlantic Ocean off Cornwall UK
Oil on canvas
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"In The Mood" Contemporary Seascape Oil Painting
By Penny Rumble
Located in Brecon, Powys
incoming tide.
Oil on canvas. Signed
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Ice Shadows" Contemporary Arctic Seascape Oil Painting
By Penny Rumble
Located in Brecon, Powys
Penny has created a strong painting with a limited palette. By applying many layers and using
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Impressionistic Moonlight Seascape Oil Painting Michael Budden Beach
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Moonrise
oil/canvas
12 x 16 image size
18.5 x 22.5 framed.
An oil painting on canvas by award
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 18.5 in W 22.5 in D 1 in
Impressionistic Sunrise Seascape Oil Painting by Michael Budden
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Sunrise Seascape
oil/canvas
9 x 12 image
Sunrise Seascape is an oil painting on canvas by award
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 9.88 in W 12.88 in D 1.25 in
Russian American Impressionist Constantine Westchiloff Seascape Oil Painting
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Rough Sea
oil on canvas board, image 9 x 12 signed LR
Constantin A. Westchiloff 1877 – 1945 was
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 14.75 in W 17.75 in D 2.5 in
Turquoise Blue Sea French Modernist Seascape Oil Painting
By Huguette Ginet-Lasnier
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Seascape
Huguette Ginet-Lasnier (French 1927-2020)
inscribed verso
framed
oil painting on canvas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Impressionistic Seascape Oil Painting Michael Budden Sunrise Colors
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Sunrise Colors
oil/panel
An oil painting on canvas panel by award winning contemporary artist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 9.63 in W 11.63 in D 1.5 in
Far Rockaway Seascape, Oil Painting by Vladimir German
By Vladimir German
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Vladimir German, Russian/American (1940 - )
Title: Far Rockaway Seascape
Year: 1988 - 89
Category
1980s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage American Tropical Seascape Oil Painting 1960's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5054 Vintage American tropical seacape
Set in period wood frame
Image size 5.75x7.75"
Signed Lower left
Category
1960s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Northeastern Sunset" bright hyperrealistic reflective seascape oil painting
By Edward Minoff
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Northeastern Sunset" is a bright hyperrealistic reflective seascape of the Atlantic Ocean on an
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Linen, Panel
Realistic Seascape Oil Painting Michael Budden Majestic Morning
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Majestic Morning is a beautiful oil painting on canvas panel by award winning contemporary artist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 9.5 in W 13.5 in D 1 in
Pair of 19th Century coastal seascape oil paintings
By Walter Williams
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, these works are offered in ready to hang gallery
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 12.75 in W 10.75 in D 2 in
Busy Venetian Harbor Scene Italian Seascape Oil Painting
Located in Rochester, NY
Venetian harbor scene with St Marks in the background oil on oak panel. Exceptional quality. Signed
Category
Mid-19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Wood Panel, Oil
Impressionistic Moonlight Seascape Oil Painting Michael Budden Beach Jetty
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Moonlight Serenade
oil/canvas
20 x 30 image size
26 x 36 framed.
An oil painting on canvas by award
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 26 in W 36 in D 1.5 in
Beach & Ocean Impressionistic Seascape Oil Painting by Michael Budden
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Off the Coast Seascape Study is an oil painting on canvas panel by award winning contemporary
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 7.63 in W 11.38 in D 1 in
Impressionistic Moonlight Seascape Oil Painting Michael Budden Beach Jetty
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
An oil painting on canvas by award winning contemporary artist Michael Budden that showcases a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 17.75 in W 21.75 in D 1.5 in
Emil Carlsen American Impressionist Seascape oil Painting Salmagundi Club
By Soren Emil Carlsen
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Emil (Soren Emil) Carlsen (1848 or 53 - 1932)
Seascape with Boats
Oil on Board, Signed, Measures
Category
Early 20th Century Tonalist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 12.75 in W 14.25 in D 1.5 in
Sunrise Wave-original impressionism seascape oil painting-contemporary Artwork
By Juan del Pozo
Located in London, Chelsea
, "Sunrise Wave." This original oil-on-canvas painting, a testament to the artist's mastery of impressionism
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 35.44 in W 35.44 in D 1.19 in
Antique American School Signed Framed Abstract Seascape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist abstract signed oil painting. Oil on canvas. Signed. Framed.
Category
1960s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Brilliance-original modern Ocean-seascape oil painting-Contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
stage for the powerful performance of the ocean's forces. This original seascape painting, expertly
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
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H 35.83 in W 59.85 in D 1.19 in
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seascape Oil Painting - Sunset Harbour
Located in Bristol, GB
SUNSET HARBOUR
Size: 56 x 65 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
A stunning impressionist style
Category
1950s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
Gordon Hunt, Swim Study - Turquoise, Original seascape oil painting
By Gordon Hunt
Located in Deddington, GB
Swim study – turquoise By Gordon Hunt [2021]
original
Oil on deep edge canvas
Image size: H:30 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 11.82 in W 11.82 in D 1.58 in
19th Century seascape oil painting of Penzance harbour, Cornwall
By William Edward Webb
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, Gloucestershire
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Condition: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in ready to hang gallery
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 38 in W 54.5 in D 2.5 in
Pastel Umbrellas-original impressionism seascape oil painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
"Pastel Umbrellas" by Lenny Cornforth is a captivating original seascape painting that exudes
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Silver
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H 40.16 in W 40.16 in D 1.19 in
Winter Fireworks-ORIGINAL IMPRESSIONISM Seascape oil painting-contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
Experience the magic of the season with "Winter Fireworks," an evocative original seascape painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Silver
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H 20.08 in W 20.08 in D 1.19 in
Sandbar-original modern impressionism seascape oil painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
"Sandbar" by Lenny Cornforth is a captivating original seascape painting that invites viewers to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
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H 22.05 in W 22.05 in D 1.58 in
Silver Ripples-original impressionism seascape oil paintings-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
Step into a world of serene beauty with "Silver Ripples," an original seascape painting by the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Silver
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H 35.44 in W 27.17 in D 1.97 in
Balance-original realism sunset ocean-seascape oil painting-contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
a sense of tranquility, this original oil painting on canvas exudes a profound realism that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 39.77 in W 29.93 in D 1.58 in
Mediterranean Glow-original realism ocean seascape oil painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
"Mediterranean Glow" by Alina Hubarenko is a captivating original seascape painting that bathes
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Linen, Oil
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H 19.69 in W 27.56 in D 1.19 in
Ocean sunset -original hyper realism seascape oil painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
in her specialization in seascapes and water painting.
As an emerging professional artist, Alina has
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Linen, Oil
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H 15.75 in W 19.69 in D 1.19 in
Lullaby-original modern Hyper realism seascape oil painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
hues of dawn. This original seascape painting, delicately crafted in oil on canvas, transports viewers
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 39.38 in W 29.93 in D 1.19 in
Silken Sunset-original realism sunset seascape oil painting-contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
masterful realism. This original seascape painting, rendered in oil on canvas, invites viewers to immerse
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 1.19 in
Sommer’s Glow -original realism modern seascape oil painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
of impressionism by the talented Lia Madsen. This diptych masterpiece consists of two paintings
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 47.25 in W 31.5 in D 1.58 in
Vintage Mid-Century Swedish Expressive Seascape Oil Painting - Fishing Port
Located in Bristol, GB
FISHING PORT
Size: 32 x 70 cm (including frame)
Oil on Board
A serene mid-century seascape
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Azure Tempest -original modern realism seascape oil painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
beauty, expertly rendered in realistic detail. This original seascape painting invites viewers to immerse
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 23.63 in W 39.38 in D 1.58 in
Impressionistic Moonlight Seascape Oil Painting with jetty by Michael Budden
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Magical Moonlight
oil/canvas
8 x 10 image
Magical Moonlight is an oil painting on canvas by award
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 10.88 in W 8.88 in D 1.25 in
Breaking Wave-original hyper realism seascape oil painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
nature's raw power. This original seascape painting, crafted in oil on canvas, transports viewers to the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Landscape Paintings
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Canvas, Oil
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H 29.93 in W 29.93 in D 1.19 in
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Seascape Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of seascape oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. Finding the perfect Impressionist, Contemporary or Modern examples of these works for your space is difficult — today, we have a vast range of variations and more on offer. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. You can search the seascape oil paintings that we have for sale on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of gray, brown, blue and beige. Many versions of these artworks are appealing in their rich colors and composition, but Michael Budden, Irina Cumberland, Roos Schuring, Penny Rumble and Senja Brendon 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. If space is limited, there are small seascape oil paintings measuring 0.79 across, while our inventory also includes pieces up to 144 inches across to better suit those in the market for large iterations.
How Much are Seascape Oil Paintings?
Prices for pieces in our collection of seascape oil paintings start at $1 and top out at $195,000 with the average selling for $1,710.
Finding the Right Paintings for You
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Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs. Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.
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Questions About Seascape Oil Paintings
- What is a seascape painting?1 AnswerIrena Orlov ArtMarch 1, 2021A work of art depicting the sea or ocean, in which water is one of the central elements of the painting.
- 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 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. - 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Oils typically command higher prices than acrylic paintings, because they generally require more skill.
- Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 18, 2021The cost of an original oil painting has a very wide range. For emerging new artist could be in the lower end, ranging from the $500 to $10,000 depending on the size and subject matter, for the mid-career artists who are already established, their prices range in the thousands and hundreds of thousands of dollars and lastly the original oil painting art of very established and popular artists that could have auction records in the millions of dollars. In this category are some of the well known examples of the old master paintings and other contemporary artworks.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024The name of the first artist to use oil paints isn't known. However, historians have traced the use of oils back to 7th-century Afghanistan. There, Buddhist artists used oil paintings to produce religious artworks. One of the first artists to be famous for their use of oil paints was Jan van Eyck, a Flemish artist who was active from 1422 to 1441. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of oil paintings.
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