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Huge Traditional Oil Painting Soldiers on Horseback Lakeland Landscape signed
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Medium: signed oil painting on canvas, framed. framed: 31.75 x 43.75 inches canvas: 25 x 37 inches
Category

20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

English Traditional Oil Painting The Live Stock Horse Auction Farmers Market
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/School: A.F Barrett (English, 20th/21st Century) Title: The Livestock Auction Medium: oil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Calla Lilies, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Marlene Llanes
Located in Yardley, PA
decor, small art, affordable art, traditional oil painting, simple, realistic, nature, cozy, elegant
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

VINTAGE ENGLISH OIL PAINTING - FARMYARD BUILDINGS WITH TRACTOR & CHICKENS
By Tommaso Principe
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
, framed framed: 20 x 24 inches canvas: 16 x 20 inches Lovely traditional oil painting by the 20th
Category

Mid-20th Century Victorian Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"June Bloom, " Oil painting
By Brad Davis
Located in Denver, CO
utilizes methods of traditional oil painting as well as an aesthetic that pulls from American painters such
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

"Citta" Oil painting on Copper - blue oxidized patina
By Richard Hawk
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
melding of copper oxidation and traditional oil painting in 2011. His works on canvas, paper and copper
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Copper

"Onsen" - Oil painting on Copper - Abstract blue brown beige
By Richard Hawk
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
melding of copper oxidation and traditional oil painting in 2011. His works on canvas, paper and copper
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Copper

"RELEASE" - Oil painting on Copper Female Nude abstract blue oxidized patina
By Richard Hawk
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
melding of copper oxidation and traditional oil painting in 2011. His works on canvas, paper and copper
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Copper

"Ascent" Oil painting on Copper Female Nude Abstract blue oxidized patina
By Richard Hawk
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
melding of copper oxidation and traditional oil painting in 2011. His works on canvas, paper and copper
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Copper

The Sunflower and the Bee, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Marlene Llanes
Located in Yardley, PA
This painting was done with high quality oil paint on canvas. I use traditional techniques to
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil Painting of English Countryside with Horses & Ploughman by British Artist
By James Wright
Located in Preston, GB
Traditional Oil Painting of the English Countryside with Horses & Ploughman by 20th Century Modern
Category

Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil

Painting of the English Countryside with River Otters by Modern British Artist
By James Wright
Located in Preston, GB
Traditional Oil Painting of the English Countryside with River Otters by Modern British Landscape
Category

Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil

'A Black Cat Jumps to an Empty Tune, ' by Mark Gilmore, Oil Painting on Paper
By Mark Gilmore
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
combines traditional oil painting techniques with contemporary approaches to composition and subject. He
Category

Late 20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Color Pencil

Charming Countryside Cottage Winding Path Traditional Landscape Antique Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Charming Countryside Cottage Scottish School, late 19th/ early 20th century oil on canvas, framed
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Early Morning Light, rose, flower, nature, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Marlene Llanes
Located in Yardley, PA
This painting was done with high quality oil paint on canvas. I used traditional techniques such as
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Omaha
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Les Marais de Blanchelande II
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Saint Vaast la Hougue
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Mais où se cache le Soleil ?!
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Docteur Jeckyll and Mr Hide
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Instantané
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Luxe Calme & Volupté
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Reve d'Aivasovsky
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Terre qui Saigne ?
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Versailles
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Rentrez Chez Vous Braves Gens !
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - De ma Fenêtre
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Coup de Vent sur Colleville
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Humeur Brouillonne
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Sky is the Limit
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Je Vole
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - L'Espoir en Rose
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Au Fond l'Espoir
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Droit au Coeur
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - 7eme Symphonie
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Avant l'Orage
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - L'Insoutenable Légèreté
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Les Marais de Blanchelande
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Spleen Heureux
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Grand Angle
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Colleville sur Mer en Hiver
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - L'Envolée Légère
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Joli Moi de Mai
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Douce France
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Éclaircie
Located in Paris, IDF
. Bailleul is particularly fascinated by the changing skies. He favors traditional oil painting techniques
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Swing des Oranges
Located in Paris, IDF
traditional oil painting techniques when creating, works quickly, and retouches tirelessly to achieve the
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Il Fait Beau Là-Bas ?
Located in Paris, IDF
traditional oil painting techniques when creating, works quickly, and retouches tirelessly to achieve the
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Swing des Orangés
Located in Paris, IDF
traditional oil painting techniques when creating, works quickly, and retouches tirelessly to achieve the
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Les Créatures de Promethée
Located in Paris, IDF
traditional oil painting techniques when creating, works quickly, and retouches tirelessly to achieve the
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - It's a Good Weather ?
Located in Paris, IDF
traditional oil painting techniques when creating, works quickly, and retouches tirelessly to achieve the
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Noblesse Oblige
Located in Paris, IDF
traditional oil painting techniques when creating, works quickly, and retouches tirelessly to achieve the
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Songe d'une Nuit d'Été
Located in Paris, IDF
traditional oil painting techniques when creating, works quickly, and retouches tirelessly to achieve the
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Au Feu!
Located in Paris, IDF
traditional oil painting techniques when creating, works quickly, and retouches tirelessly to achieve the
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Chapelle Sixtine
Located in Paris, IDF
traditional oil painting techniques when creating, works quickly, and retouches tirelessly to achieve the
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - Amour Celeste
Located in Paris, IDF
traditional oil painting techniques when creating, works quickly, and retouches tirelessly to achieve the
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Contemporary Art by Franck Bailleul - La Cathédrale Engloutie
Located in Paris, IDF
traditional oil painting techniques when creating, works quickly, and retouches tirelessly to achieve the
Category

2010s Academic Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Let Me Borrow Your Wings, dragonfly insect art, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Marlene Llanes
Located in Yardley, PA
definition art, classic decor, small art, affordable art, traditional oil painting, simple, realistic, nature
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century English Sporting Art Oil Painting Gentlemen & Loyal Hunting Dogs
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Description: This charming oil painting vividly portrays a group of countryside gentlemen and their loyal
Category

Mid-20th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

“Wanderlust” Oil painting on Copper - Abstract blue red black oxidized patina
By Richard Hawk
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
melding of copper oxidation and traditional oil painting in 2011. His works on canvas, paper and copper
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Copper

“Gatherer” Oil painting on Copper - Exotic Female Figure blue oxidized patina
By Richard Hawk
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
melding of copper oxidation and traditional oil painting in 2011. His works on canvas, paper and copper
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Copper

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Traditional Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of traditional oil paintings is available on 1stDibs. There are many Impressionist, Modern and Contemporary versions of these works for sale. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. You can search the traditional oil paintings that we have for sale on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, gray, beige and blue. Many versions of these artworks are appealing in their rich colors and composition, but Jane Bloodgood-Abrams, Jerry Malzahn, Robert Beck, Harold Vincent Skene and Olga Antonova produced especially popular works that are worth a look. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and canvas, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years. If space is limited, there are small traditional oil paintings measuring 1.97 across, while our inventory also includes pieces up to 72 inches across to better suit those in the market for large iterations.

How Much are Traditional Oil Paintings?

Traditional oil paintings can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $1,911, while the lowest priced sells for $180 and the highest can go for as much as $42,000.

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.

Questions About Traditional Oil Paintings
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Traditional Indian painting is a type of artwork produced in India. The earliest surviving works are murals produced from the 2nd century BCE through the 10th century AD. Various painting traditions emerged from different regions. Examples include Mughal, Deccan, Rajput and Pahari painting. You'll find a range of Indian art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A traditional Tibetan Buddhist painting is called a Thangka. The painting is usually executed on cotton, and it may portray a Buddhist deity or mandala designs. Some Thangkas also depict the life of the Buddha. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Thangkas.
  • 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 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 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.
  • 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 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    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.

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