How do you maintain oil paintings?

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.

What is abstract oil painting?

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How do I identify an oil painting?

To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.

Who is the father of oil painting?

Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.

When was oil paint invented?

Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a lithograph and an oil painting?

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

What makes an oil painting valuable?

A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.

How much do oil paintings cost?

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

Do oil paintings darken over time?

Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

How can I tell if an oil painting is real?

To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

How do you know if an oil painting is valuable?

Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.

How much are oil paintings worth?

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How do I find an artist of oil paintings?

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

How do I find the artist of an oil painting?

To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.

Does sunlight affect oil paintings?

Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Can you use oil paint on wood?

You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.

Did Dali use oil paint?

Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

How can you tell how old an oil painting is?

To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.

Where is the largest oil painting in the world?

The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.

Is it necessary to varnish oil paintings?

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

Small Oil Paintings

Mary Wood

Small Framed Landscapes

Non Objective Paintings

Boats In A Harbor Painting

Small Still Life Art

Blue Botanical Art

Abstract Geometric Art Paintings

Contemporary French Landscape Painting

SMALL OIL PAINTING ANTIQUE BIRD STUDY 19th Century, late 19th century

$803

H 14 in W 11 in

SMALL OIL PAINTING ANTIQUE BIRD STUDY 19th Century

Located in Ferndown, GB

SMALL OIL PAINTING Antique 19th Century BRITISH SCHOOL 19th Century in a Gold Frame Description

Category

Late 19th Century Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Small Oil Painting, White Wood Frame, The City, Ray Bai, 1995

$280Sale Price|20% Off

H 1.58 in W 11.82 in D 9.85 in

Small Oil Painting, White Wood Frame, The City, Ray Bai, 1995

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Small oil painting, the city on it. Signed Ray Bai 1995. Hand painted in Denmark. In the set of

Category

1990s Danish Bauhaus Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Helena AdamoffLe Duel Small Oil Painting, 1970

$2,750

H 15 in W 17 in D 2 in

Le Duel Small Oil Painting

Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL

led her to painting. Her debut in 1954 gave way to a recognition which would manifest in exhibitions

Category

1960s Folk Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

French Vintage Landscape, Small Oil Painting, Countryside Farmhouse, Stormy Sky, Circa 2006

$456

H 5.91 in W 8.27 in D 0.4 in

French Vintage Landscape, Small Oil Painting, Countryside Farmhouse, Stormy Sky

Located in AIX-EN-PROVENCE, FR

Subject : Small oil painting of a landscape in the French countryside, in excellent condition. An

Category

Early 2000s Photorealist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Small Oil Painting from France

$2,820

H 10.5 in W 8 in D 0.5 in

Small Oil Painting from France

Located in Dallas, TX

Small oil-based painting purchased in Paris, France in the 1930s-1940s.

Category

20th Century French Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Vincent ClareVictorian Still Life with Flowers and Fauna Small Oil Painting one of a pair., 19th century

$2,700

H 6 in W 8 in D 2 in

Victorian Still Life with Flowers and Fauna Small Oil Painting one of a pair.

By Vincent Clare

Located in ludlow, GB

Victorian Still Life with Flowers and Fauna a Small Oil Painting, one of a pair. Beautiful and

Category

19th Century Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Vincent ClareVictorian Still Life with Fruit and Foliage Small Oil Painting one of a pair., 19th century

$2,700

H 6 in W 8 in D 2 in

Victorian Still Life with Fruit and Foliage Small Oil Painting one of a pair.

By Vincent Clare

Located in ludlow, GB

Victorian Still Life with Fruit and Foliage a Small Oil Painting, one of a pair. Exquisitely

Category

19th Century Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Helena AdamoffThe Gift Of The Two Lines Small Oil Painting, 1960

$2,750

H 15 in W 17 in D 2 in

The Gift Of The Two Lines Small Oil Painting

Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL

her spirit claimed the unrestrainable the creative force. Long accident recovery led her to painting

Category

1960s Folk Art Landscape Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Nadezda Stupina"Boat houses" Square small oil painting. Impressionism. Oil on canvas

$299Sale Price|20% Off

H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 0.79 in

"Boat houses" Square small oil painting. Impressionism. Oil on canvas

Located in Oslo, NO

to convey the tranquil harmony of waterside living. With oil as my medium, I layered thick, textured

Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Nadezda Stupina"At sunset" Original impressionistic landscape. Plain air. Small oil painting, 2023

$299Sale Price|20% Off

H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 0.79 in

"At sunset" Original impressionistic landscape. Plain air. Small oil painting

Located in Oslo, NO

art, confirmed by a certificate of authenticity. By purchasing paintings by Nadezda Stupina, you make

Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Small Oil Painting on Copper, Circa 1800 FRANCISCO DE GOYA

$1,777

H 5.12 in W 3.94 in D 0.79 in

Small Oil Painting on Copper, Circa 1800 FRANCISCO DE GOYA

Located in Madrid, ES

A charming Spanish scene depicting figures dressed in period attire. This oil painting on copper

Category

Antique 1790s Paintings

Materials

Copper

Alysha Grace MarkoCowboy Boots Plus One: Contemporary Abstract Small Oil Painting nude palette, 2022

$1,000

H 16 in W 12 in

Cowboy Boots Plus One: Contemporary Abstract Small Oil Painting nude palette

By Alysha Grace Marko

Located in New York, NY

Cowboy Boots Plus One is a contemporary (2022) oil painting by American artist Alysha Marko. It

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Nelson White"Bagno Artiglio 03.18.2019" small oil painting of yellow umbrella, Italian beach, 2029

$2,500

H 4 in W 11 in

"Bagno Artiglio 03.18.2019" small oil painting of yellow umbrella, Italian beach

By Nelson White

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

for his paintings of the Connecticut landscape and shoreline, Henry Cooke White became a teacher to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Alice G. GropperA small oil painting of Deer in a Forest, late 19th century

$2,500

H 12.25 in W 10.5 in

A small oil painting of Deer in a Forest, late 19th century

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Alice G. Gropper (late nineteenth century) Deer in the Forest Oil on canvas, 12 1/4 x 10 1/2

Category

Late 19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Original Small Oil Painting of Woman on a Summer Day, Unsigned

$2,900

H 17 in W 13 in D 1.75 in

Original Small Oil Painting of Woman on a Summer Day, Unsigned

Located in Round Top, TX

This lovely original oil painting portrays an elegant young woman on a summer day in the country

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Danish Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Ben Fenske"Sunset Sketch" 2016 small oil painting study for larger composition, in Italy, 2016

$2,500

H 8 in W 11.75 in

"Sunset Sketch" 2016 small oil painting study for larger composition, in Italy

By Ben Fenske

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

working and living in Sag Harbor, New York and Florence, Italy for the last 7 years. An oil painter in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Benita Arnold-KeyserAmerican, set of 9 small oil paintings by Benita Arnold-Keyser, 20th Century

$2,700

H 8.25 in W 6.38 in D 1 in

American, set of 9 small oil paintings by Benita Arnold-Keyser, 20th Century

Located in Petworth, West Sussex

set of 9 All Signed ‘Benita Arnold’ (lower left and right) Oil on board 8.1/4 x 6.3/8 in. (21 x 16.3

Category

20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

A small oil painting of a fishing boat leaving Calais Harbour by E W Cooke

$25,923

H 12.5 in W 14.5 in D 1 in

A small oil painting of a fishing boat leaving Calais Harbour by E W Cooke

By Edward William Cooke

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A rediscovered small oil painting of a fishing boat leaving Calais Harbour by E W Cooke, depicting

Category

Antique 1810s English Paintings

Materials

Paint

Derek QuannSmall Oil Painting of Cottages in the Mournes in Ireland by Contemporary Artist, 1985 Circa

$1,079Sale Price|20% Off

H 11 in W 13 in D 2 in

Small Oil Painting of Cottages in the Mournes in Ireland by Contemporary Artist

Located in Preston, GB

Small Vintage Oil Painting of Cottages in the Mournes in Ireland by Contemporary Artist, Derek

Category

Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

EXQUISITE A J STICKS SIGNED SMALL OIL PAINTING FRAME BY S L NIELSEN SEA & CLIFFs

$1,687

H 10.04 in W 10.04 in D 1.19 in

EXQUISITE A J STICKS SIGNED SMALL OIL PAINTING FRAME BY S L NIELSEN SEA & CLIFFs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original circa antique oil

Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood

Beautiful Oil Painting of Figure and Tree

$2,300

H 16 in W 10.75 in D 2 in

Beautiful Oil Painting of Figure and Tree

By E. L. Kirschner

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful small oil painting of a figure near a tree. Wonder palate.

Category

20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Summer Yatesblue and yellow, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel, 2017

$680

H 12 in W 12 in D 0.8 in

blue and yellow, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel

By Summer Yates

Located in Yardley, PA

small oil painting :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate of

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Panda Bear Oil Painting, Flowering Landscape, 20th Century, by Lawrence Lebduska

$1,650

H 13.5 in W 13.5 in D 1.25 in

Panda Bear Oil Painting, Flowering Landscape, 20th Century, by Lawrence Lebduska

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Original small oil painting of panda bear traversing flowering landscape. The size of image is 11.5

Category

20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Paint

Anne B Schwartz373 Flower Shop in Florence, Painting, Oil on Canvas, 2020

$2,649

H 20 in W 20 in D 1.5 in

373 Flower Shop in Florence, Painting, Oil on Canvas

By Anne B Schwartz

Located in Yardley, PA

Small oil painting with beautiful colors of flowers found in the flower shops in Florence. These

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Julie HedrickENCHANTED, 2014

$5,000

H 1 in W 12 in D 6 in

ENCHANTED

By Julie Hedrick

Located in New York, NY

small oil painting on canvas.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Julie HedrickODYSEUSS TOUCHED BY ATHENA'S WAND, 2013

$5,000

H 2 in W 6 in D 6 in

ODYSEUSS TOUCHED BY ATHENA'S WAND

By Julie Hedrick

Located in New York, NY

small oil painting on canvas

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

French Impressionist Landscape, Small Original signed Oil Painting, wild Flowers, Circa 2002

$467

H 5.91 in W 7.88 in D 0.4 in

French Impressionist Landscape, Small Original signed Oil Painting, wild Flowers

Located in AIX-EN-PROVENCE, FR

Subject : Small oil painting of a landscape in the French countryside, in excellent condition

Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Impressionist Landscape, Small Original signed Oil Painting, Nature, Land, Circa 2002

$467

H 5.91 in W 7.88 in D 0.4 in

French Impressionist Landscape, Small Original signed Oil Painting, Nature, Land

Located in AIX-EN-PROVENCE, FR

Subject : Small oil painting of a landscape in the French countryside, in excellent condition

Category

Early 2000s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Modern Double Sided Oil Painting of Foxes in Antique Frame by Anthony Barham

$2,900

H 13 in W 11 in D 2.5 in

Modern Double Sided Oil Painting of Foxes in Antique Frame by Anthony Barham

Located in Middleburg, VA

Modern Double Sided Oil Painting of Foxes in Antique Frame by Anthony Barham Small oil painting of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings

Materials

Paint

Still Life, Small Original Oil painting, Flowers in Vase, Interior, Circa 2000

$526

H 6.89 in W 9.26 in D 0.4 in

Still Life, Small Original Oil painting, Flowers in Vase, Interior

Located in AIX-EN-PROVENCE, FR

Subject : Small oil painting of a still life, in excellent condition. This painting elegantly

Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Natalya Mougenot Contemporary impressionist small food oil painting on paper "Plum fruits", 2023

$192

H 11.7 in W 8.27 in D 0.04 in

Contemporary impressionist small food oil painting on paper "Plum fruits"

Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR

part of her newest series of small oil paintings dedicated to her ongoing still ife series. This piece

Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Paper

Signed Small European Street Scene Oil Painting Impasto City Artwork, Framed

$180

H 11.5 in W 9.5 in D 1 in

Signed Small European Street Scene Oil Painting Impasto City Artwork, Framed

Located in Palm Coast, FL

A vibrant small oil painting on canvas featuring a lively street scene rendered in thick

Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

J L VAN LEEMPUTTEN19th century landscape oil painting COCKEREL AND HENS by J L VAN LEEMPUTTEN

$3,375

H 13 in W 17.72 in

19th century landscape oil painting COCKEREL AND HENS by J L VAN LEEMPUTTEN

Located in York, GB

small oil painting on board .An exquisitely painted scene by Jef Louis Van Leemputten (Belgian, 1840

Category

19th Century Old Masters Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Anthony Mastromatteo“The Creative Mind” hyperrealist oil painting of ants crawling, small, framed, 2025

$2,400

H 7 in W 5 in D 2 in

“The Creative Mind” hyperrealist oil painting of ants crawling, small, framed

By Anthony Mastromatteo

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

A small oil painting by Anthony Mastromatteo. Three carpenter ants are painted realistically, in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Momalyu LiubovTropical flora. miniature oil painting, 2021

$177Sale Price|20% Off

H 7.88 in W 7.88 in D 0.6 in

Tropical flora. miniature oil painting

Located in Zofingen, AG

Original small oil painting on canvas . How often are we in the moment, genuinely captivated by

Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mougenot NatalyaContemporary Abstract Oil Painting on canvas "Happiness is the Beach", 2010+, 2023

$280Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.42 in W 11.42 in D 1.38 in

Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting on canvas "Happiness is the Beach", 2010+

Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR

I have worked on a new series of small oil paintings. This is the one of them. This series is

Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Dot DuvallPiece De Resistence - Oil Painting on Canvas, Hands, Spring, Pop Art, 2025

$600

H 9 in W 12 in D 0.5 in

Piece De Resistence - Oil Painting on Canvas, Hands, Spring, Pop Art

Located in Denton, TX

re-emerging artist based in Hot Springs, AR, and originally from Dallas, TX. Her small oil paintings

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Dot DuvallBuy something extra nice - Oil on Canvas, Pop Art, Painting, Signed, 2025

$600

H 10 in W 10 in D 0.5 in

Buy something extra nice - Oil on Canvas, Pop Art, Painting, Signed

Located in Denton, TX

re-emerging artist based in Hot Springs, AR, and originally from Dallas, TX. Her small oil paintings

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Impressionist, Small Original signed Oil Landscape, wild Flowers, Tree, Circa 2006

$467

H 5.12 in W 7.88 in D 0.4 in

French Impressionist, Small Original signed Oil Landscape, wild Flowers, Tree

Located in AIX-EN-PROVENCE, FR

Subject : Small oil painting of a landscape in the French countryside, in excellent condition

Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Natalya Mougenot Contemporary impressionist nature oil painting on canvas "Summer in Provence", 2024

$532Sale Price|30% Off

H 15.75 in W 11.82 in D 0.6 in

Contemporary impressionist nature oil painting on canvas "Summer in Provence"

Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR

Paul Cézanne & Henri Matisse Inspired – Contemporary Small Oil Painting – "Summer in Provence

Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Impressionist, Small Original signed Oil Landscape, wild Flowers, Pathway, Circa 2006

$467

H 5.91 in W 8.47 in D 0.4 in

French Impressionist, Small Original signed Oil Landscape, wild Flowers, Pathway

Located in AIX-EN-PROVENCE, FR

Subject : Small oil painting of a landscape in the French countryside, in excellent condition

Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Marcia Wise"Gaudioso", Abstract, Red, Orange, Purple, Blue, Purple, Oil Painting, 2018

$825

H 18 in W 12 in D 1.5 in

"Gaudioso", Abstract, Red, Orange, Purple, Blue, Purple, Oil Painting

By Marcia Wise

Located in Franklin, MA

Marcia Wise’s small oil painting “Gaudioso” is 12 x 18 inch and filled with vibrant reds, oranges

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Dot DuvallOne slice or two? - Oil on Canvas Pop Art Painting, Signed, 8 x 8 in., 2025

$600

H 8 in W 8 in D 0.5 in

One slice or two? - Oil on Canvas Pop Art Painting, Signed, 8 x 8 in.

Located in Denton, TX

-emerging artist based in Hot Springs, AR, and originally from Dallas, TX. Her small oil paintings draw

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Carl Bretzke"Pier Parking Sag Harbor" oil painting, streetscape in village w windmill & flag, 2021

$2,250

H 9 in W 12 in

"Pier Parking Sag Harbor" oil painting, streetscape in village w windmill & flag

By Carl Bretzke

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

A small oil painting by Carl Bretzke. A fleeting moment on Sag Harbor's Long Wharf in springtime

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

JaroDiamond II Geometric Abstract Oil Painting, 2018

$10,000

H 48 in W 48 in D 1.5 in

Diamond II Geometric Abstract Oil Painting

By Jaro

Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL

. He immigrated in 1957 to the USA, New York , where he finished his first small oil painting. Since

Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Natalya Mougenot Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Oil Painting on Paper "Lemons", 2010+, 2023

$168Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.7 in W 8.27 in

Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Oil Painting on Paper "Lemons", 2010+

Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR

I have worked on a new series of small oil paintings. This is the one of them. This series is

Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Oil

JaroTrio On Red Geometric Abstract Oil Painting, 2019

$4,750

H 48 in W 24 in D 1 in

Trio On Red Geometric Abstract Oil Painting

By Jaro

Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL

. He immigrated in 1957 to the USA, New York , where he finished his first small oil painting. Since

Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

JaroTrio On Black Geometric Abstract Oil Painting, 2019

$5,750

H 48 in W 24 in D 1 in

Trio On Black Geometric Abstract Oil Painting

By Jaro

Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL

. He immigrated in 1957 to the USA, New York , where he finished his first small oil painting. Since

Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Melissa Franklin Sanchez"Snow Fall from the Studio" oil painting of window view snow scene, reflection, 2022

$2,475Sale Price|25% Off

H 11 in W 8 in

"Snow Fall from the Studio" oil painting of window view snow scene, reflection

By Melissa Franklin Sanchez

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

A small oil painting. A serene depiction of a winter day as seen from inside the Artist's studio

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Natalya Mougenot Contemporary impressionist fruit oil painting "Summer figs from the garden", 2023

$168Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.7 in W 8.27 in D 0.04 in

Contemporary impressionist fruit oil painting "Summer figs from the garden"

Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR

the Garden (2023) is part of Natalya Mougenot’s series of small oil paintings dedicated to everyday

Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil

Natalya Mougenot Oil Floral Painting, Abstract Impressionist, Unframed "Red Splendor" 2010+, 2023

$168Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.7 in W 8.27 in D 0.04 in

Oil Floral Painting, Abstract Impressionist, Unframed "Red Splendor" 2010+

Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR

Dear art lover, I have worked on a new series of small oil paintings. This is the one of them

Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Oil

Timon SloaneSmall Finds, Painting, Oil on Canvas, 2020

$575

H 9 in W 12 in D 0.5 in

Small Finds, Painting, Oil on Canvas

By Timon Sloane

Located in Yardley, PA

Oil on linen mounted on gatorboard. It is available unframed. :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Natalya Mougenot Contemporary Impressionist Small Still Life Oil Painting Paper ''Just bananas", 2023

$168Sale Price|20% Off

H 8.27 in W 11.7 in D 0.04 in

Contemporary Impressionist Small Still Life Oil Painting Paper ''Just bananas"

Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR

This contemporary small-format original oil painting, titled "Just Bananas", is part of a recent

Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Oil, Paper

Natalya Mougenot Contemporary impressionist expressive oil painting on paper "Just oranges", 2023

$233Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.7 in W 8.27 in D 0.04 in

Contemporary impressionist expressive oil painting on paper "Just oranges"

Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR

French artist Natalya Mougenot presents a new series of small oil paintings inspired by the quiet

Category

2010s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Paper

Jenn HallgrenSmall Birch Forest, Painting, Oil on Canvas, 2019

$2,300

H 20 in W 20 in D 1.5 in

Small Birch Forest, Painting, Oil on Canvas

By Jenn Hallgren

Located in Yardley, PA

Painting: Oil on Canvas. 20 x 20" (x 1.5" gallery depth/wrapped canvas) With a fresh pallet

Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Natalya Mougenot Contemporary original impressionist fruit oil painting on paper "Just Kiwi", 2023

$233Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.7 in W 8.27 in D 0.04 in

Contemporary original impressionist fruit oil painting on paper "Just Kiwi"

Located in VÉNISSIEUX, FR

Natalya Mougenot’s series of small oil paintings dedicated to everyday life, capturing the charm of simple

Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil

Alexandre PerebatovSmall Creek Stream, Painting, Oil on Canvas, 2017

$2,722

H 36 in W 24 in D 1.5 in

Small Creek Stream, Painting, Oil on Canvas

By Alexandre Perebatov

Located in Yardley, PA

Pomona park creek in spring time. Cotton canvas on gallery style frame. :: Painting :: Contemporary

Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Recent Sales

Sarah Rozell WhiteSea Yarn, Sea shell, Surrealist, Small Oil Painting, 2021

Unavailable

H 10 in W 10 in D 0.5 in

Sea Yarn, Sea shell, Surrealist, Small Oil Painting

Located in London, GB

Sea Yarn, 2021 Oil painting Sarah Rozell White captivates us with her stunning combination of

Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Lorser FeitelsonTwo Figures, small oil painting depicting two Surrealist figures, 1918-1919

Unavailable

H 9 in W 12 in

Two Figures, small oil painting depicting two Surrealist figures

By Lorser Feitelson

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This small oil on carton composition depicts two figures reclining on their backs and sides that

Category

1910s Surrealist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

Sarah Rozell WhiteShell, Sea Life, Humor, Pop Culture, Surrealist, Small Oil Painting, 2021

Unavailable

H 10 in W 10 in D 0.5 in

Shell, Sea Life, Humor, Pop Culture, Surrealist, Small Oil Painting

Located in London, GB

and muted tones. She uses meticulously curated scenes combined with a lively style of painting to open

Category

2010s Conceptual Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Helen LundebergWhite Trees, small oil painting of white trees and a barren landscape, 1947

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H 9 in W 10 in

White Trees, small oil painting of white trees and a barren landscape

By Helen Lundeberg

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This oil painting depicts the trunks of three barren white trees with one smaller dark tree

Category

1940s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

"Pony Up", Small Oil Painting on Artist's Board by Sandra Eames, 2017

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H 12.25 in W 12.25 in D 1 in

"Pony Up", Small Oil Painting on Artist's Board by Sandra Eames, 2017

By Sandra Eames

Located in Quechee, VT

This charming 8" x 8" oil painting portrait of a Vermont pony, is painted on an artist's canvas

Category

2010s American Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Martin MooneyIrish Landscape, Connemara, Martin Mooney, Oil Painting, 2016

Unavailable

H 13 in W 19 in

Irish Landscape, Connemara, Martin Mooney, Oil Painting

By Martin Mooney

Located in Belfast, GB

Small oil painting depicting a classic West of Ireland scene in Connemara, similar to the style of

Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Karl BenjaminUntitled #38, hard edge geometric oil painting with red and blue colors, 1964

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H 10 in W 8 in

Untitled #38, hard edge geometric oil painting with red and blue colors

By Karl Benjamin

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This small oil painting consists of a red background with a blue shaped line area that cuts down

Category

1960s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Fruits of Bogota by Victoria Holguin

Unavailable

H 12 in W 14 in

Fruits of Bogota by Victoria Holguin

By Victoria Holguin

Located in Amangansett, NY

a pair of small oil paintings

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Paintings

View of Florence by Peter Solow

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H 15 in W 12 in

View of Florence by Peter Solow

By Peter Solow

Located in Amangansett, NY

small oil painting. artisr's impression of view of Florence from overlook.

Category

20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Linen

Peter JordanWhat is is what is not is not, small red abstract oil painting, 2024

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H 11.82 in W 9.85 in D 0.79 in

What is is what is not is not, small red abstract oil painting

Located in BUNGENDORE, AU

, Signed on reverse. Hardware: D-rings. A small oil painting with a lot of energy and passion. The artist

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Midcentury Still Life by Raymond Preaux

Unavailable

H 8 in W 10 in D 1 in

Midcentury Still Life by Raymond Preaux

By Raymond Préaux

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Small oil painting painted by French artist Raymaond Preaux (1916-1997) that he made circa 1950

Category

Vintage 1950s Paintings

Maggie SinerWoman in Red with Letter, 2016

Unavailable

H 13 in W 20 in

Woman in Red with Letter

By Maggie Siner

Located in Bernardsville, NJ

This is a small oil painting of a woman at a table. One of several works on paper included in the

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil, Graphite

Maggie SinerMaggie Siner, 2015

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H 7 in W 15 in

Maggie Siner

By Maggie Siner

Located in Bernardsville, NJ

This is a small oil painting on linen of a landscape by contemporary painter Maggie Siner. Her

Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Maggie SinerPunta Clouds, 2015

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H 11 in W 9 in

Punta Clouds

By Maggie Siner

Located in Bernardsville, NJ

This is a small oil painting on linen of a landscape by contemporary painter Maggie Siner. Her

Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Maggie SinerRialto Red

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H 14 in W 18 in

Rialto Red

By Maggie Siner

Located in Bernardsville, NJ

This is a small oil painting on linen of a landscape by contemporary painter Maggie Siner. Her

Category

2010s Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Maggie SinerPont Julien - Riverbed, 2015

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H 12 in W 18 in

Pont Julien - Riverbed

By Maggie Siner

Located in Bernardsville, NJ

This is a small oil painting on linen of a landscape by contemporary painter Maggie Siner. Her

Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Chris GwaltneyElsewhere, Suite #10 - Small Colorful Oil Painting, 2024

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H 24 in W 24 in D 2.25 in

Elsewhere, Suite #10 - Small Colorful Oil Painting

By Chris Gwaltney

Located in Newport Beach, CA

decades, in every series of paintings, Gwaltney has employed some small, yet important, rules that he

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Raw Linen, Oil

Chris GwaltneyElsewhere, Suite #7 - Small Abstract Oil Painting, 2024

Unavailable

H 17 in W 14 in D 2.25 in

Elsewhere, Suite #7 - Small Abstract Oil Painting

By Chris Gwaltney

Located in Newport Beach, CA

decades, in every series of paintings, Gwaltney has employed some small, yet important, rules that he

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sarah Rozell WhiteOil Painting, Fruit Painting, Cherries Painting, Small Painting on canvas, 2020

Unavailable

H 8 in W 8 in D 1 in

Oil Painting, Fruit Painting, Cherries Painting, Small Painting on canvas

Located in London, GB

tones. She uses meticulously curated scenes combined with a lively style of painting to open debate

Category

2010s Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Small town street oil painting

Unavailable

H 34.26 in W 28.75 in D 0.79 in

Small town street oil painting

Located in STRAČOV, CZ

Small town street oil painting This beautiful oil painting depicts a picturesque street with

Category

20th Century European Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

John HamiltonSmall Oil on Board Painting Titled 'Head Boy', 21st Century

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H 14.97 in W 12.01 in D 1.38 in

Small Oil on Board Painting Titled 'Head Boy'

Located in York, GB

A small oil on board by Manchester Artist John Hamilton (b 1967). Height 38cm x Width 30.5cm x

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Alex KatzTree (Small Painting), 2006

Unavailable

H 12.01 in W 8.98 in

Tree (Small Painting)

By Alex Katz

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Material: Board Method: Oil painting Other: Signed and dated.

Category

Early 2000s Pop Art Paintings

Materials

Oil

Small Still Life Oil Painting

Unavailable

H 20.08 in W 16.54 in D 3.15 in

Small Still Life Oil Painting

Located in London, GB

Still life oil painting featuring flower arrangement. Signed by the artist on lower left

Category

20th Century Paintings

The German Steamship Cap Trafalgar, Circa 1915

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H 10 in W 12.5 in

The German Steamship Cap Trafalgar

Located in Vancouver, BC

A small oil painting on board of the steam ship Cap Trafalgar signed Wagener. The Cap Trafalgar

Category

1910s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sarah Rozell WhiteBlack and White, Oil Painting, Small, Hand, Shell,, 2021

Unavailable

H 8 in W 10 in D 1.5 in

Black and White, Oil Painting, Small, Hand, Shell,

Located in London, GB

muted tones. She uses meticulously curated scenes combined with a lively style of painting to open

Category

2010s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Seth Tanesmall scale landscape, "Newark" (Realist Painting), oil on panel, 2014

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H 6.75 in W 10 in

small scale landscape, "Newark" (Realist Painting), oil on panel

By Seth Tane

Located in Binghamton, NY

"Newark" is a small scale realist landscape by Seth Tane. The oil on panel painting features a view

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Richard HeislerOrange and yellow small scale oil painting "Siren" (Photorealist landscape), 2019

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H 8 in W 6.5 in

Orange and yellow small scale oil painting "Siren" (Photorealist landscape)

By Richard Heisler

Located in Binghamton, NY

"Siren" is a small scale oil on canvas Photorealist painting by Richard Heisler. The Photorealist

Category

2010s Photorealist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Scott Priorsmall scale oil painting, "Hot Dogs, Early Snow", (realist landscape), 2019

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H 10 in W 10.5 in

small scale oil painting, "Hot Dogs, Early Snow", (realist landscape)

By Scott Prior

Located in Binghamton, NY

"Hot Dogs, Early Snow" is a small scale oil painting by Scott Prior. A Hot Dog stand is set aside

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Rolando DuartesUnknown Effect, Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting Paper Small Blue Landscape, 2019

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H 10.24 in W 7.09 in D 0.4 in

Unknown Effect, Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting Paper Small Blue Landscape

By Rolando Duartes

Located in London, England

'Unknown Effect' by Rolando Duartes is a contemporary abstract oil painting. Beautiful blue color

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Paper, Oil, Paint

Richard HeislerRed and yellow small scale oil painting "French Bread" (Photorealist landscape), 2019

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H 8 in W 6.5 in

Red and yellow small scale oil painting "French Bread" (Photorealist landscape)

By Richard Heisler

Located in Binghamton, NY

"French Bread" is a small scale oil on canvas Photorealist painting by Richard Heisler. The

Category

2010s Photorealist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Aron Belka"Small Ghost" oil painting on panel, horse, gestural by Aron Belka, 2019

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H 14 in W 14 in D 1 in

"Small Ghost" oil painting on panel, horse, gestural by Aron Belka

By Aron Belka

Located in New Orleans, LA

Original oil painting on panel by Aron Belka.

Category

2010s American Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Richard HeislerBlue and red small scale oil painting "Frisko Freeze" (Photorealist landscape), 2019

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H 8 in W 6.5 in

Blue and red small scale oil painting "Frisko Freeze" (Photorealist landscape)

By Richard Heisler

Located in Binghamton, NY

"Frisko Freeze" is a small scale oil on canvas Photorealist painting by Richard Heisler. The

Category

2010s Photorealist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Duncan HannahDuncan Hannah, Day of small sorrows (oil painting of a boy), 2019

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H 18 in W 14 in

Duncan Hannah, Day of small sorrows (oil painting of a boy)

By Duncan Hannah

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A painting in oil paint of a boy leaning towards a gate being sorrowful. Duncan Hannah (1952, USA

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Scott Priorsmall scale oil painting, "Closed Food Stands Off Season" (realist landscape)

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H 10.5 in W 9.5 in

small scale oil painting, "Closed Food Stands Off Season" (realist landscape)

By Scott Prior

Located in Binghamton, NY

"Closed Food Stands Off Season" is a small scale oil painting by Scott Prior. The realist painting

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Vytautas TomaseviciusDas Capital figurative oil painting humor text color small scale nude woman, 2022

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H 9.45 in W 7.49 in D 0.79 in

Das Capital figurative oil painting humor text color small scale nude woman

By Vytautas Tomasevicius

Located in Paris, FR

Das Kapital, (2022), oil on canvas by Vytautas Tomasevicius. Unique. This painting is part of a

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Merike EstnaA small light painting with blue, 2012

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H 15 in W 11 in

A small light painting with blue

By Merike Estna

Located in New York, NY

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Seth TaneSmall Scale realist painting, "Union Square Blues", Seth Tane, oil on panel, 2017

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H 6.75 in W 10 in

Small Scale realist painting, "Union Square Blues", Seth Tane, oil on panel

By Seth Tane

Located in Binghamton, NY

Seth Tane's realist oil on panel painting, "Union Square Blues," instantly transports the viewer to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Seth TaneSmall scale realist painting, "59th Street, " Seth Tane, oil on panel, 2015, 2015

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H 6.75 in W 10 in

Small scale realist painting, "59th Street, " Seth Tane, oil on panel, 2015

By Seth Tane

Located in Binghamton, NY

Seth Tane's realist, oil on panel painting, "59th Street," is powerful with emotion. At the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Seth TaneSmall realist painting with yellow and purple, "Sabrett", Seth Tane, oil on wood, 2013

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H 6.75 in W 10 in

Small realist painting with yellow and purple, "Sabrett", Seth Tane, oil on wood

By Seth Tane

Located in Binghamton, NY

Seth Tane's, "Sabrett", is a small scale realist oil painting. The work focuses on a single Sabrett

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Seth Tanesmall scale realist painting, "5 Train", oil on panel (New York City, Subway)

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H 6.75 in W 10 in

small scale realist painting, "5 Train", oil on panel (New York City, Subway)

By Seth Tane

Located in Binghamton, NY

"5 Train" is a small scale realist painting by Seth Tane. The artist captures the interior of a New

Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Bethany BrookeFormidable small colorful abstract painting, 2018

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H 20 in W 16 in

Formidable small colorful abstract painting

By Bethany Brooke

Located in Westport, CT

masters such as Helen Frankenthaler. This is a small colorful painting. Her paintings are an exploration

Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sarah Rozell WhiteSmall Painting, Blue, Yellow, Humor, 2022

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H 8 in W 10 in D 1.5 in

Small Painting, Blue, Yellow, Humor

Located in London, GB

tones. She uses meticulously curated scenes combined with a lively style of painting to open debate

Category

2010s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Susan Erskine-JonesThe Comfort of Small Spaces: Still Life Oil Painting by Susan Erskine-Jones, 2022

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H 28.35 in W 24.41 in D 1.58 in

The Comfort of Small Spaces: Still Life Oil Painting by Susan Erskine-Jones

Located in London, Hertfordshire

of small spaces. This painting is unglazed and float-mounted on an off-white background in a waxed

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Mixed Media, Board

Robert Livsey WellsInterlude 2, Oil Painting, 2015

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H 14 in W 16 in D 1.5 in

Interlude 2, Oil Painting

By Robert Livsey Wells

Located in Bluffton, SC

Small colorful abstract oil painting by New York artist Robert Livsey Wells "Interlude 2" Oil

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Robert Livsey WellsInterlude 1, Oil Painting, 2015

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H 14 in W 14 in D 1.5 in

Interlude 1, Oil Painting

By Robert Livsey Wells

Located in Bluffton, SC

Small colorful abstract oil painting by New York artist Robert Livsey Wells "Interlude 1" Oil

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Vytautas TomaseviciusThe end II figurative oil painting small scale landscape text colors 60's movie, 2022

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H 7.49 in W 9.45 in D 0.79 in

The end II figurative oil painting small scale landscape text colors 60's movie

By Vytautas Tomasevicius

Located in Paris, FR

painting is part of a série, Just for fun, the artist has started at the beginning of 2022. Small scale

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Seth TaneSmall realist painting with pink and blue, "Back Rub", Seth Tane, oil on panel, 2014

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H 6.75 in W 10 in

Small realist painting with pink and blue, "Back Rub", Seth Tane, oil on panel

By Seth Tane

Located in Binghamton, NY

Seth Tane's realist, oil on panel painting, "Back Rub" packs immense detail into a small scale

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Merike EstnaA small white painting with a white frame, 2012

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H 15.75 in W 11.82 in

A small white painting with a white frame

By Merike Estna

Located in New York, NY

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Alex KatzStudy for black Sweater (Small Painting), 1997

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H 11.82 in W 9.06 in D 0.4 in

Study for black Sweater (Small Painting)

By Alex Katz

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Oil painting on masonite board. Signed by the artist.

Category

1990s Pop Art Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Peter JordanThe vast breath of the universe this is called wind, small abstract oil painting, 2024

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H 11.82 in W 9.85 in D 0.79 in

The vast breath of the universe this is called wind, small abstract oil painting

Located in BUNGENDORE, AU

Original artwork by Peter Jordan. The vast breath of the universe this is called wind, oil on board

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Seth TaneSmall scale realist painting, “Car Interior”, 2013

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H 6.75 in W 10 in

Small scale realist painting, “Car Interior”

By Seth Tane

Located in Binghamton, NY

Seth Tane’s “Car Interior” is a small scale oil on panel painting. The work is an intimate look at

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Vytautas TomaseviciusMessy desk figurative oil painting colored small scale interior text quote love, 2022

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H 7.49 in W 9.45 in D 0.79 in

Messy desk figurative oil painting colored small scale interior text quote love

By Vytautas Tomasevicius

Located in Paris, FR

painting is part of a série, Just for fun, the artist has started at the beginning of 2022. Small scale

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Molly HermanMolly Herman "Spectral Envelope" small abstract painting, 2018

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H 22 in W 20 in

Molly Herman "Spectral Envelope" small abstract painting

By Molly Herman

Located in Westport, CT

This multi colored pink abstract painting is by Molly Herman. She currently lives and works in

Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Small mini geometric painting stripes abstract blue turquoise oil on canvas

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H 7.09 in W 9.45 in D 0.79 in

Small mini geometric painting stripes abstract blue turquoise oil on canvas

Located in Madrid, ES

Frédéric Dumoulin OROS V, 2024 oil on canvas 18 x 24 cm MORE INFO Frédéric Dumoulin born in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Prehistoric Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Randall LaGroBeacon, Oil and Mixed Media Painting, 2015

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H 20 in W 21 in D 1.5 in

Beacon, Oil and Mixed Media Painting

By Randall LaGro

Located in Bluffton, SC

Small abstract oil painting by New Mexico artist Randall LaGro "Beacon" Oil and Mixed Media on

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil, Panel

Seth Tanesmall scale southwest landscape, "Nevada Highway" (Realist Painting), 2014

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H 6.75 in W 10 in

small scale southwest landscape, "Nevada Highway" (Realist Painting)

By Seth Tane

Located in Binghamton, NY

craft until he eventually considered himself a painter. The purchase and conversion of a small oil

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Small geometric mini painting abstract red lime green color oil on canvas

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H 7.09 in W 9.45 in D 0.79 in

Small geometric mini painting abstract red lime green color oil on canvas

Located in Madrid, ES

Frédéric Dumoulin Xerxes, 2024 oil on canvas 18 x 24 cm MORE INFO Frédéric Dumoulin born in

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Small Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are several options of small oil paintings available for sale. Finding the perfect Contemporary, Abstract or Post-Impressionist 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 produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Small oil paintings available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes gray, brown, black, blue and more. Linda Holt, Jennifer Hornyak, Geri Eubanks, Judy Reynolds and Jean Soyer took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large iterations of these items, so small small oil paintings measuring 3 inches across are available.

How Much are Small Oil Paintings?

The average selling price for small oil paintings we offer is $1,000, while they’re typically $248 on the low end and $219,991 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Paintings for You

Painting is an art form that has spanned innumerable cultures, with artists using the medium to tell stories, explore and communicate ideas and express themselves. To bring abstract paintings, landscape paintings, still-life paintings and other original paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.

When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.

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.

No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel.

Download the 1stDibs app, which includes a handy “View on Wall” feature that allows you to see how a particular artwork will look on a particular wall, and read about how to arrange wall art. And if you’re searching for the perfect palette for your interior design project, what better place to turn than to the art world’s masters of color?

On 1stDibs, you’ll find an expansive collection of paintings and other fine art for your home or office. Browse abstract paintings, portrait paintings, paintings by emerging artists and more today.

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