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Native American Figures at Taos Pueblo, New Mexico Southwestern Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Original 20th century oil painting by Wolfgang Pogzeba (1936-1982) with Native American figures
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 25.75 in W 29.5 in D 1.75 in
Southwestern Romance, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Khrystyna Kozyuk
Located in Yardley, PA
residency at Chateau Orquevaux in France. It is an ORIGINAL painting not a print or reproduction or mass
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"A Fragile Beauty, " Southwestern Landscape Oil Painting
By Lorenzo Chavez
Located in Denver, CO
"A Fragile Beauty" by Lorenzo Chavez (US based) is a handmadeoil painting that depicts a country
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Late Afternoon Taos Pueblo, " Southwestern Landscape Oil Painting
By Lorenzo Chavez
Located in Denver, CO
"Late Afternoon Taos Pueblo" by Lorenzo Chavez (US based) is a handmade oil painting that depicts a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Grandpa's First Car Ride, " Southwestern Landscape Oil Painting
By Lorenzo Chavez
Located in Denver, CO
"Grandpa's First Car Ride" by Lorenzo Chavez (US based) is a handmade oil painting that depicts a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Adobe Church, New Mexico, 1940s Modernist Southwestern Landscape Oil Painting
By Paul Kauvar Smith
Located in Denver, CO
Vintage 1930s - 1940s oil painting of an adobe church in New Mexico with a brilliant blue sky and
Category
1940s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 22 in W 26 in D 1.5 in
Mid Century American Southwestern Tiki Abstract Oil Painting Original Frame 1960
Located in Buffalo, NY
A rare and funky 1960's oil painting of abstract forms that are reminiscent of southwestern rock
Category
1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sueno del Caballo or Expressive Cranium, Southwestern Horse Skull Oil Painting
By José García Narezo
Located in Denver, CO
"Untitled (Sueno del Caballo/Cranium or Expressive Cranium)", is a oil on board by Jose Garcia
Category
1930s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 39 in W 31 in D 2.375 in
Pueblo Near Santa Fe, New Mexico, 1930s Southwestern Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Oil on board landscape painting of a Pueblo near Santa Fe, New Mexico signed by artist Eliot Candee
Category
1930s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 23.5 in W 25 in D 1.75 in
Monuments: Sunrise, 1950s Southwestern Desert Landscape Oil Painting, 24 x 30 in
By Harold Vincent Skene
Located in Denver, CO
'Monuments: Sunrise', original vintage 1950s oil painting of a southwestern desert landscape in
Category
1950s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
Southwestern Landscape Painting, Lightning Storm over Mountains, Semi Abstract
Located in Denver, CO
Original vintage painting of a Lightning Storm, Southwestern Mountain Landcape. Oil painting on
Category
20th Century American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 19.75 in W 51.75 in D 1.25 in
Blurring the lines and Cross Southwestern Motif in Glossy Finish Oil
By Duane Albert Armstrong
Located in Soquel, CA
which were published. With this background, Duane learned about painting materials and techniques while
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Spring Storm, Modernist Southwestern New Mexico Landscape Casein Painting
By Doel Reed
Located in Denver, CO
Spring Storm, original vintage painting by New Mexico & Oklahoma modernist, Doel Reed (1894-1985
Category
1980s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Casein, Archival Paper
H 24.5 in W 37.5 in D 1.25 in
Fetishes, 1940s Abstract Figurative Southwestern Mixed Media Painting, Red Gray
By Howard Schleeter
Located in Denver, CO
An original gouache and wax painting by New Mexico modernist, Howard Schleeter (1903-1976) signed
Category
1940s American Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wax, Gouache, Archival Paper
H 25.5 in W 31.5 in D 1 in
Sedona Red Rocks, Southwestern Desert Landscape
By Kenneth Lucas
Located in Soquel, CA
was primarily self-taught but became proficient as an artist and left a legacy of excellent paintings
Category
1990s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Illustration Board, Canvas
Wildflowers, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Jeff Ferst
Located in Yardley, PA
scenery, particularly the sunrise and sunsets, of the southwestern US desert he calls home. This painting
Category
2010s Modern Paintings
Materials
Oil
Three Figs, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Jeff Ferst
Located in Yardley, PA
scenery, particularly the sunrise and sunsets, of the southwestern US desert he calls home. This painting
Category
2010s Modern Paintings
Materials
Oil
1940s Southwestern Figurative Landscape -- Pueblo Village New Mexico
By William Frates
Located in Soquel, CA
on Aug. 5, 1969. Equally skilled with oil, watercolor, and pastel, he painted landscapes of the
Category
1940s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Fiberboard, Masonite
H 24 in W 29.5 in D 0.25 in
Fixing the Spur, original 24x20 southwestern figurative impressionist landscape
By James McGinley
Located in Spring Lake, NJ
background gold is a constant reminder of the heat of the afternoon sun. Painted during his southwestern
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Ghost Ranch" Oil Painting
By Robin Cole
Located in Denver, CO
Robin Cole's (Us based) "Ghost Painting" is an oil painting that depicts a southwestern landscape
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Oil Painting -- Highway Rest
By Gary Masline
Located in Troy, NY
In this oil on canvas painting, there is a tension between the landscape and the figure. A nude
Category
Early 2000s Surrealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Morning Quiet, Oil Painting
By Sherri Aldawood
Located in San Francisco, CA
using walnut and clove oil to extend the drying time.Words that describe this painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Women at the Well" - Tucson, Arizona Southwestern Figurative Landscape
By William Constable Adam
Located in Soquel, CA
palette of both oil and watercolor, he specialized in views of the Monterey area such as sand dunes
Category
1920s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Desert Gold, 1950s Framed Southwestern Landscape with Saguaro Cactus & Mountains
By Harold Vincent Skene
Located in Denver, CO
Vintage Southwestern Landscape Oil Painting with Mountains/Mesas, Saguaro Cactus and Trees in fall
Category
1950s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
H 41.5 in W 35.75 in D 1.25 in
Malibu Rock, Southwestern Landscape, Noon, Oil Painting
By Suren Nersisyan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, blueMalibu Rock, Southwestern Landscape, NoonSuren NersisyanOil painting on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
H 24 in W 30 in D 1.5 in
High Rolls, New Mexico, 1940s Southwestern Landscape, Desert Church with Trees
By Andreas Storrs Andersen
Located in Denver, CO
"High Rolls, New Mexico", is a oil on canvas by Andreas Storrs Andersen (1908-1974) of a wooden
Category
1940s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 25.5 in W 29.25 in D 1.25 in
Oil Painting -- The Path to Everywhere
By Gary Masline
Located in Troy, NY
This oil on canvas painting portrays a Southwestern landscape . The work is under painted with gold
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Dance Wands, Modernist Southwestern Still Life and Cultural Commentary
Located in Doylestown, PA
"Dance Wands" is a 36 x 24 inches, oil on canvas painting by American modernist and surrealist
Category
1950s American Modern Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 37 in W 25 in D 2 in
Marks Of A Chief Large Oil Painting
By Walt Wooten
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Marks Of A Chief large oil painting signed front and the back.
Large and impressive Contemporary
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil
"Stone Skipper, " Original Oil Painting of the Lakeshore
By Gregory Steele
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Stone Skipper" is an original oil painting on board by Gregory D. Steele, signed in the lower left
Category
Early 2000s Naturalistic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
1920s Colorado Landscape Painting, Framed Western Oil Painting, Sky and Buttes
By Charles Ragland Bunnell
Located in Denver, CO
City) and The Mill, continuing it into the next decade with his oil painting, Pikes Peak (1942
Category
1920s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
"Inner Sanctum", abstract, landscape, reds, yellows, blues, oil painting
By Marcia Wise
Located in Natick, MA
Marcia Wise's oil painting "Inner Sanctum" in warm reds, yellows, blues and lavenders expresses the
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 36 in W 36 in D 1.25 in
"Canyon Song", oil painting, landscape, abstract, yellows, purples, blues
By Marcia Wise
Located in Natick, MA
Marcia Wise's 'Canyon Song' is a 30 x 24 inch oil painting in which light, and the use of
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 30 in W 24 in D 1.25 in
"Desert Moonrise", landscape, gestural, orange, blue, purple, oil painting
By Catherine Picard-Gibbs
Located in Natick, MA
the artist exploring southwestern regions of the United States. This gestural oil painting on gallery
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Desert Horizon I, Original Signed Impressionist Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Boston, MA
Desert Horizon I, Original Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Painting
12" x 16" (HxW) Oil on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Paper
H 12 in W 16 in D 0.1 in
Desert Horizon II, Original Signed Impressionist Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Boston, MA
Desert Horizon I, Original Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Painting
16" x 12" (HxW) Oil on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paper, Oil
H 16 in W 12 in D 0.1 in
"Moonlight San Lorenzo de Picuris, " Original Adobe Landscape Oil Painting
By Lorenzo Chavez
Located in Denver, CO
painting that depicts a southwestern adobe basking in moonlight. The piece is framed, and ready to hang
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Western Oil on Canvas Painting Native American "The Captive" 1901
By Frank Paul Sauerwein
Located in Portland, OR
also exhibited European and Southwestern paintings in San Francisco and Kansas City.
In 1906, Sauerwein
Category
Early 1900s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 36 in W 50 in D 2.75 in
Two Shore Birds - realism oil on canvas painting - bird nature
By Willard Dixon
Located in Burlingame, CA
painting was created in 2019 by celebrated American realist artist Willard Dixon, who has captured the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 40 in W 40 in D 2.5 in
Big Rio, Original Contemporary Expressionist Landscape Oil Painting on Linen
Located in Boston, MA
Big Rio, Original Contemporary Expressionist Landscape Painting
48" x 48" x 1.75" (HxWxD) Oil on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
'Door County Lighthouse, Cana Island' Original Oil Painting Signed by Artist
Located in Milwaukee, WI
of detail) to create oil paintings with a depth that pulls you into the paintings. They make you feel
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
1950s Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting, Blue Brown Orange Sage Green
By Charles Ragland Bunnell
Located in Denver, CO
Abstract expressionist oil painting on board from 1955 by Charles Bunnell. Abstract shapes in
Category
1950s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
Charles Ragland Bunnell1950s Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting, Blue Brown Orange Sage Green, 1955
H 16.25 in W 20 in D 1 in
Composition in Red and Blue - Abstract Expressionist 1950s Oil Painting
By Charles Ragland Bunnell
Located in Denver, CO
'Composition in Red and Blue' is a vintage abstract expressionist original oil painting on board by
Category
1950s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Charles Ragland BunnellComposition in Red and Blue - Abstract Expressionist 1950s Oil Painting, 1951
H 28.5 in W 22.5 in D 1 in
View From the Park (Colorado) Mountain View Oil Landscape Painting
By Charles Ragland Bunnell
Located in Denver, CO
Oil on canvas painting by Charles Ragland Bunnell (1987-1968) titled 'View from the Park
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 28.75 in W 32.75 in D 1.75 in
Tributaries Abstract River Oil Cold Wax Original Bonnie Zahn Griffith Painting
Located in Whitefish, MT
"Tributaries" by Bonnie Zahn Griffith, Oil and Cold Wax Medium on Wood Panel, 18" x 18" unframed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
Manitou, Colorado with Pikes Peak View, 1920s Mountain Landscape Oil Painting
By Charles Ragland Bunnell
Located in Denver, CO
Oil on canvas painting by Charles Ragland Bunnell (1897-1968) circa 1928-1929 of a Manitou
Category
1920s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 28.25 in W 32.25 in D 1.75 in
Going to Bolinas - Realism oil on canvas painting - California Coast still life
By Willard Dixon
Located in Burlingame, CA
roadway — with nature. The painting depicts early evening light — the artist's favorite. Created in 2020
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Rare California or Western Mining Town Oil Painting by Listed Artist M Treadwell
Located in Baltimore, MD
This rare and unusual landscape painting shows a broad view of a mining town and its setting in the
Category
Early 1900s Naturalistic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
New York City Abstract Skyline, Semi Abstract Night Scene Cityscape Oil Painting
By Charles Ragland Bunnell
Located in Denver, CO
Oil on board painting of abstracted New York City skyline by Charles Ragland Bunnell from 1951
Category
1950s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Blaze, Original Oil Painting, 2018
Located in Boston, MA
been working with clay and painting for over thirty years. Her work is in private collections, and has
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Naturalistic Landscape Drawings and Waterc...
Materials
Panel, Oil
San Francisco Cable Car WPA Artist Adolf Dehn Modernist Art Gouache Oil Painting
By Adolf Dehn
Located in Surfside, FL
Park, in the 32nd Annual Exhibition. As well as visiting and painting Key West and the southwestern
Category
1930s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Gouache
"In Foreign Parts" Eugene Higgins, Southwestern Pueblo, Modern Figurative
By Eugene Higgins
Located in New York, NY
cubist influence in his oil painting and the many watercolors he created.
Victor Higgins was married
Category
1910s American Modern Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor, Paper
Morning Near Arizona, 1880s Summer Southwestern Desert Landscape Drawing
By George Elbert Burr
Located in Denver, CO
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Throughout his lifetime Burr worked in a variety of mediums creating approximately fifty oil paintings, over
Category
1880s American Impressionist Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Archival Paper, Color Pencil
H 17 in W 20.25 in D 1 in
Moon Tunnel, Original Oil Painting, 2018
Located in Boston, MA
Artist Commentary:
This painting was generated purely by imagination and imagery that I am drawn to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Naturalistic Landscape Drawings and Waterc...
Materials
Panel, Oil
Querencia- oil on paper, framed
By Stephanie Visser
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Stephanie Visser, a native of southwestern Michigan, was educated at Kendall College of Art and
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
"Querencia "- oil on paper, framed
By Stephanie Visser
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Stephanie Visser, a native of southwestern Michigan, was educated at Kendall College of Art and
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
Brilliant Sky / oil on canvas
By Willard Dixon
Located in Burlingame, CA
Brilliant Sky is dramatic with its jewel-like early evening hues. An uplifting painting that is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
" Querencia #15 " oil on paper, framed
By Stephanie Visser
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Stephanie Visser, a native of southwestern Michigan, was educated at Kendall College of Art and
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
Wildflowers, Impressionist, Nature, Landscape, Oil on Board
By Albert Tibule Furcy de Lavault
Located in Wiscasset, ME
painting at the Collège de Saintes. In 1864 he continued his studies with a Bordelais artist known only as
Category
Late 19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Querencia Grey White oil on paper, framed
By Stephanie Visser
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Stephanie Visser, a native of southwestern Michigan, was educated at Kendall College of Art and
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Paper
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You are likely to find exactly the southwestern oil painting you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Find Abstract versions now, or shop for Abstract creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. If you’re looking for a southwestern 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 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add a southwestern 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, beige, orange and more. Finding an appealing southwestern oil painting — no matter the origin — is easy, but Dwight Holmes, Albert Groll, Will Henry, James McGinley and Kate Starling each produced popular versions that are worth a look. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in oil paint, paint and fabric. A large southwestern oil painting can prove too dominant for some spaces — a smaller southwestern oil painting, measuring 8 high and 9 wide, may better suit your needs.
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The average selling price for a southwestern oil painting we offer is $2,900, while they’re typically $389 on the low end and $19,500 for the highest priced.
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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 Southwestern Oil 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
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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.
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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.
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