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Hasidic Mother And Child In The Surf, Oil Painting
By Onelio Marrero
Located in San Francisco, CA
, seascape, oil painting, blueHasidic Mother And Child In The SurfOnelio MarreroOil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art

Materials

Oil

Ocean surf, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Iryna Kastsova
Located in Yardley, PA
wave, beach, sun glare, ship, sea voyage. Painting for surfing. Oil painting on linen canvas. Canvas on
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

After surf, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Alla prima oil painting with few final touches when dry. Beautiful weather with a big shining sun
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Amber Surf, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Iryna Kastsova
Located in Yardley, PA
. Oil painting on linen canvas, in the style of impressionism. It is varnished. Ready for suspension
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Moonlit Surf, 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

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

COOL SURF, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
This artwork was created using oil on deep edge box canvas which is ready to hang or can be framed
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Affectionate surf, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Iryna Kastsova
Located in Yardley, PA
colors cause childish happiness. Impressionism. Oil painting on linen canvas. Ready for suspension
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pearl Surf, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Iryna Kastsova
Located in Yardley, PA
children's happiness. Impressionism. Oil painting on linen canvas. It is varnished. Ready for suspension
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Purple Surf, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Timon Sloane
Located in Yardley, PA
luminous. Oil on linen mounted on gatorboard. It is available unframed. :: Painting :: Impressionist
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Backlit Surf, 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

Big wave. Surfing, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
This work is inspired by surfing. Giant waves and fearless surfers. Expression of the sea element
Category

2010s Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Going to surf, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Two boys at the sea. Alla prima oil painting with few final tuches when dry.Beautiful weather with
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Surfing Mendocino Bay, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By John Kilduff
Located in Yardley, PA
Plein air oil painting of Mendocino Bay. Painted during the Mendocino plein air festival
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Big wave.Surfing 70X50 oil painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I've captured the awe-inspiring power and serene beauty of the ocean. The
Category

2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Late Day Surf, 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

Clouds and Surf, 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

Surf Between Rocks, 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

"Surf and Turf" Coastal Oil Painting
Located in Westport, CT
features a cool palette and loose, painterly style. The painting is made with oil paint on gallery wrapped
Category

2010s Naturalistic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Going to surf 2, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Two girls at the sea. Alla prima oil painting with few final touches when dry. Beautiful weather
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Orange Evening Surf II, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Timon Sloane
Located in Yardley, PA
Oil on linen. Stretched on 1.5 inch deep stretcher bars with painted sides. Designed to be hung
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

SURF, SUN & SAND XIV, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Peter Goodhall
Located in Yardley, PA
impasto marks to capture the drama of waves on a wild open beach. :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Dripping Dots - Rainbow Surf" Colorful Abstract Oil Painting on a Surf Board
By Cindy Shaoul
Located in New York, NY
elegant style, and thus the name "Rainbow Surf" is given to compliment the emotion which is felt while
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Found Objects, Oil

“Dawn Patrol” illustrative oil painting depicting surf boards and horizon
By Rob Brooks
Located in Edgartown, MA
neighborhood corner store, Rob Brooks offers us a visual journey from the real to surreal. Rob Brooks paintings
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sunset Surf Glow - Oil On Canvas - Landscape Painting By Dante Rondo
Located in Carmel, CA
appraisal. Keywords: Landscape Paintings, Nature Art, Modern Art, Realism, Sea Oil Paintings
Category

2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique American School Rough Surf Coastal Seascape Beach Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American school seascape oil painting. Oil on board. Framed. Unframed. Image size, 20L x
Category

1940s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Impressionistic Seascape Oil Painting Michael Budden Beach Ocean Sail Boat Surf
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
An oil painting on panel by award winning contemporary artist Michael Budden that showcases a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Coastal Surf" horizontal oil painting of waves crashing in the ocean
By Annie Wildey
Located in Edgartown, MA
of the ocean when a storm is brewing or passing, when the surf is up, when the fog looms or is
Category

2010s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Surf
By Dmitriev Alexey Olegovich
Located in Sofia, BG
"Surf" is a landscape painting by the impressionist Maestro Dmitriev Alexey Olegovich. About the
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Surf
Surf
H 25.6 in W 33.47 in D 0.79 in
"Sunset Surfing" Plein Air Oil Painting of Surfers Catching Waves during Sunset
Located in Morgan Hill, CA
"Sunset Surfing" is a plein air oil painting by Vacaville, CA based artist Kristian Matthews. This
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

FINE MODERN BRITISH SIGNED OIL PAINTING - CHILDREN PLAYING IN SURF ON BEACH
By M. Clark
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: M. Clark, British late 20th century Title: Playing in the Surf Medium: oil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Carmel Beach Sunset Surf - Landscape Painting - Oil On Canvas By Dante Rondo
Located in Carmel, CA
appraisal. Keywords: Landscape Paintings, Nature Art, Modern Art, Realism, Oil On Canvas Painting, Sunset
Category

2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

''In the Surf'' Contemporary Oil Painting of Children Playing on the Beach
By Ewa Rzeznik
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Polish artist Ewa Rzeznik reflects reality in her colorful paintings: Fishermen along the
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Ray Radliff "Sunset Surf" Coastal Landscape Painting
By Ray Radliff
Located in San Francisco, CA
Ray Radliff "Sunset Surf" Coastal Landscape Painting Oil on canvas 24 x 30 unframed, 30.75 x
Category

20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Summer Surf II" horizontal oil painting of waves crashing in the ocean
By Annie Wildey
Located in Edgartown, MA
of the ocean when a storm is brewing or passing, when the surf is up, when the fog looms or is
Category

2010s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Stronger In Surf - Landscape Painting Oil Green Blue White Grey Brown Black Red
By Eleonora Droumeva
Located in Sofia, BG
"Stronger in Surf" is a painting by the Bulgarian artist painter Maestro Eleonora Droumeva. About
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

“Crashing Surf”
Located in Southampton, NY
Oil on masonite painting by Eleanor Church (mid 20th century Rye, New York artist). “Crashing Surf
Category

1960s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Masonite

Evening Surf
Located in San Francisco, CA
This artwork titled "Evening Surf" c.1980, is an oil painting on canvas by noted California artist
Category

Late 20th Century American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Evening Surf
Evening Surf
H 23.75 in W 27.85 in D 1.5 in
Surfing Layers
Located in Deddington, GB
Surfing Layers by Lenny Cornforth [2021] original Oil on wood Image size: H:40.7 cm x W:30.5 cm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil

Surfing Layers
Surfing Layers
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H 19.97 in W 15.95 in D 1.03 in
Surf & Sailboat
By Stephen Wright
Located in Fairfield, CT
futile yet exciting about capturing the effect of water in a painting. There is no start or end point
Category

2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Surf (Trio)
By David Konigsberg
Located in Edgartown, MA
his paintings, exploring and combining his love of the natural landscape with conceptually oriented
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Surf by Stefano - Oil on canvas 40x50 cm
Located in Geneva, CH
Stefano est un artiste peintre Genevois contemporain qui s'amuse entre l'abstrait et un figuratif suggéré. Cette pièce représente pour l'artiste "Brigitte Bardot de dos". Elle a été ...
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Breaking Surf
By Sally Swatland
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
woman painting children at the seashore. With a romanticized nod to yesteryear, Swatland's characters
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Breaking Surf-original contemporary impressionism figurative seascape painting
By Michael Alford
Located in London, Chelsea
"Breaking Surf" by Michael Alford is a captivating original figurative seascape painting that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Storm Surf
By Edward Minoff
Located in Greenwich, CT
Stormy seascape
Category

2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Linen, Panel

Surf In Menton
Located in Oslo, NO
Citron took place. I was mesmerized by the beautiful ocean surf! The painting was painted in the style of
Category

2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Surf In Menton
Surf In Menton
H 27.56 in W 39.38 in D 0.79 in
Along the Surf
By Frank Corso
Located in Greenwich, CT
been included in “The Best of Oil Painting” and the “Best of Pastel” hard cover art books by Rockport
Category

2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Summer Rocks n' Surf II" oil painting of waves crashing on rocks in the ocean
By Annie Wildey
Located in Edgartown, MA
of the ocean when a storm is brewing or passing, when the surf is up, when the fog looms or is
Category

2010s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Summer Rocks n' Surf IV" oil painting of waves crashing on rocks in the ocean
By Annie Wildey
Located in Edgartown, MA
of the ocean when a storm is brewing or passing, when the surf is up, when the fog looms or is
Category

2010s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Surfing Through Rainclouds, Lenny Cornforth, Original Coastal Seascape Painting
Located in Deddington, GB
Surfing Through Rainclouds [2021] original Oil on wood Image size: H:40.7 cm x W:30.5 cm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood

“Crashing Surf, Capri”
By Guido Odierna
Located in Southampton, NY
Large, impressive seascape of rolling surf pounding the rocky shore of Capri. Signed lower left by
Category

1970s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"Crystal Surf I" small scale oil painting of teal blue waves with white sea foam
By Annie Wildey
Located in Edgartown, MA
of the ocean when a storm is brewing or passing, when the surf is up, when the fog looms or is
Category

2010s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Morning Surf, Garrapata
Located in Pasadena, CA
Provenance Acquired by the gallery directly from the artist FRAMED: 14.25" x 14.25" x 1.75" UNFRAMED: 8" x 8" Exhibited Monumental Miniatures 2022, September 29, 2022 - January 22...
Category

2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Morning Surf, Garrapata
Morning Surf, Garrapata
H 14.25 in W 14.25 in D 1.75 in
Morning Surf, Framed
By Richard Orient
Located in Fairfield, CT
, wooded hills, and ponds in different seasons. In these landscape paintings, Orient emphasizes the subtle
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Surf Scene with Cyclist / colorful California surf, sail, bike scene
By Peter Loftus
Located in Burlingame, CA
'Surf Scene with Cyclist' depicted in this realist oil on canvas painting that bridges figuration
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

"Surf Spray" American Impressionist New England Coastal Sunset Seascape Painting
By Dennis Sheehan
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nicely painted impressionist beach scene by Dennis Sheehan (b.1950). Oil on canvas. Signed
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Surf at Newport
By Warren W. Sheppard
Located in Storrs, CT
The Surf at Newport (Rhode Island). c. 1906. Oil on canvas. 17 x 24 (framed 26 x 34). Lined
Category

Early 20th Century American Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Turning Unease - contemporary abstract blue and grey surf seascape oil canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
mysterious echo. His feelings towards the paintings create an unease of something that appears to have
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Wave After Wane - contemporary abstract blue grey surf seascape oil canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
mysterious echo. His feelings towards the paintings create an unease of something that appears to have
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Haunting Shapes - contemporary abstract blue and grey surf seascape oil canvas
By Simon Ledson
Located in London, GB
mysterious echo. His feelings towards the paintings create an unease of something that appears to have
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Big Surf at Madaket, Nantucket
By Louis Guarnaccia
Located in Greenwich, CT
Landscape and Seascape of the surf at Madaket Beach on Nantucket Island
Category

2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

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Surfing Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the surfing oil painting you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Find contemporary versions now, or shop for contemporary creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. If you’re looking for a surfing 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. Adding a surfing oil painting to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — find a piece on 1stDibs that incorporates elements of gray, brown, blue, black and more. There have been many interesting surfing oil painting examples over the years, but those made by Annie Wildey, Geri Eubanks, Ewa Rzeznik, Jojo Anavim and Todd Kenyon are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Artworks like these — often created in paint, oil paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.

How Much is a Surfing Oil Painting?

The average selling price for a surfing oil painting we offer is $2,802, while they’re typically $280 on the low end and $300,000 for the highest priced.

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Questions About Surfing Oil Painting
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    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.
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An 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, 2024
    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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021
    Any 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, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    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.
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