Skip to main content

Unknown Oil Painting

406
to
2,966
13,530
10,122
12,803
5,634
4,686
4,494
2,110
2,077
1,919
1,531
1,266
1,178
1,139
1,077
814
712
694
573
504
390
377
306
257
239
229
208
207
198
179
131
128
126
125
116
103
93
67
50
44
43
28
25
21
16
15
14
13
11
10
9
8
8
6
6
5
5
5
4
3
3
3
3
2
1
81
53
52
52
52
Sort By
'Summer River Landscape, ' Unknown, Oil Painting on Board
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This 24" x 30" oil on board painting is of a summer landscape with trees and a meandering river in
Category

Late 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

Winter Scene (Title Unknown)-Oil Painting on Canvas, Initialed/Dated by Artist
Located in Clinton Township, MI
Oil Painting on Canvas on Canvas. Initialed and dated by the artist. The piece is in Good Condition
Category

Early 2000s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Unknown Cubist Nude Oil Painting 1962
Located in Buffalo, NY
An original cubist pointillist nude signed illegibly and dates 1962. The artist uses sporadic texture and vibrant color to create a captivating scene.
Category

1960s Cubist Nude Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

'Constructivist Abstract', by unknown, Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This 43 x 44 inch oil on canvas painting entitled 'Constructivist Abstract' features an energetic
Category

Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Unknown Situations, Abstract Oil Painting
By Kristen Brown
Located in San Francisco, CA
, non-representational, oil painting, redUnknown SituationsKristen BrownOil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

GIRL UNKNOWN, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Bill Stone
Located in Yardley, PA
Portrait of an unknown girl :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

'European Street Scene', by Unknown, Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This signed 25.5" x 29.5" oil on canvas painting is by an unknown artist as the signature is
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Into the Unknown, Abstract Oil Painting
By Morgan Fite
Located in San Francisco, CA
, greenInto the UnknownMorgan FiteOil painting on stretched canvasPainting wraps
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

'Historic Sailing Ship, ' by Unknown, Oil on Linen Painting
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This 19th c. classically realistic oil on canvas painting depicts the majesty of a large sailing
Category

Late 19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Linen

'Spaniel and Sleeping Cat' , Unknown, Oil on Canvas Painting, 19th c.
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This classic English school 12 x 16 in. Oil on Canvas framed painting features a pet Spaniel and
Category

Late 19th Century English School Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

'Floral Still Life', Unknown, Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This 14" x 18" oil on canvas painting depicts a still-life of a backlit flower with buds and leaves
Category

20th Century Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Unknown Artist Geometric and Abstract Oil Painting
Located in Guadalajara, Jalisco, MX
This is a unique and beautiful oil painting on canvas, perfect for decorating any Home, Hotel or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Deco Paintings

Materials

Paint

unknown
Located in Newport Beach, CA
17th century oil on panel of Piazza di Spagna. Italian school. Frame later.
Category

17th Century Italian School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

unknown
unknown
H 46.5 in W 61.25 in D 2.5 in
Oil Painting by Unknown Artist
Located in Vienna, AT
Oil on canvas, Austria second half of the 19th century. Dimension painting only: 30 x 23 cm.
Category

Antique 1850s Paintings

Oil Painting by Unknown Artist
Oil Painting by Unknown Artist
H 13 in W 15.75 in D 1.97 in
Unknown
Located in Clinton Township, MI
Original oil painting for those who love nautical art. It has a wooden frame and is in good
Category

20th Century Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Unknown
Unknown
H 20 in W 24 in
Painting by Unknown Artist, Oil on Canvas, circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Painting by unknown artist, circa 1940. Oil on canvas. Ilegible signature. In original
Category

Vintage 1940s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Painting by Unknown Artist, Oil on Canvas, circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Painting by unknown artist, circa 1940. Oil on canvas. Unsigned. In original condition, with
Category

Vintage 1940s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Painting by Unknown Artist, Oil on Canvas, circa 1940
Painting by Unknown Artist, Oil on Canvas, circa 1940
No Reserve
H 18.12 in W 13 in D 0.79 in
Painting by Unknown Artist, Oil on Canvas, circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Painting by unknown artist, circa 1940. Oil on canvas. Handsigned. Ilegible signature. In
Category

Vintage 1940s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Painting by Unknown Artist, Oil on Canvas, circa 1940
Painting by Unknown Artist, Oil on Canvas, circa 1940
No Reserve
H 16.15 in W 11.82 in D 0.79 in
20th century oil painting entitled The Unknown Corner
Located in London, GB
suggest his interest in Spanish painting, particularly of Velazquez.
Category

Early 20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Painting by Unknown Artist, Oil on Canvas, circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Esteve Serrat Paxinc painting. Made in Spain, circa 1979. Hand signed by the author In
Category

Vintage 1940s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Painting by Unknown Artist, Oil on Canvas, circa 1940
Painting by Unknown Artist, Oil on Canvas, circa 1940
No Reserve
H 19.69 in W 24.61 in D 0.99 in
Destination Unknown (Abstract painting)
By Dana Gordon
Located in London, GB
Destination Unknown (Abstract painting) Oil on canvas - Unframed Dana Gordon’s kaleidoscopic
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Destination Unknown (Abstract painting)
By Dana Gordon
Located in London, GB
Destination Unknown (Abstract painting) Oil on canvas - Unframed Dana Gordon’s kaleidoscopic
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Impressionist Oil Painting, "Spread Your Wings Into The Unknown"
By Charlene Mosley
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a one of a kind realistic oil portrait by San Diego artist, Charlene Mosley. Its dimensions
Category

2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Oil Painting by Unknown Artist Egyptian Rider
Located in Vienna, AT
Oil painting by unknown artist signed from the 1970s Good original condition.
Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Oil Painting by Unknown Artist Egyptian Rider
Oil Painting by Unknown Artist Egyptian Rider
H 24.81 in W 33.47 in D 1.97 in
Unknown (woman at easel)
Located in Columbia, MO
Unknown Oil on canvas 35.5 x 23.5 inches Framed: 40.75 x 28.75 inches
Category

20th Century Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

'French Constructivist Geometric Abstract, ' by Unknown, Oil on Paper
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This framed 26.5" x 31" oil painting by an unknown French constructivist artist uses a dynamic
Category

Mid-20th Century Constructivist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Unknown
By Richard Hayley Lever
Located in Clinton Township, MI
Richard Hayley Lever (1876-1958) was born in Australia and studied art in both Paris and London. His art hangs in many museums worldwide. While living in New York, he painted many m...
Category

20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Cardinal with Missive - Painting by Unknown - 17th Century
Located in Roma, IT
colored oil painting on canvas. Provenance: Italy. Avery precoius artwork depicting a cardinal. The
Category

17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

A Rich Merchant - Painting by Unknown - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
A rich merchant is an original old master artwork realized in the 18th Century. Mixed colored oil
Category

18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Unknown Treasures by Dario Campanile, Abstract Expressionism Oil Painting, 2020
By Dario Campanile
Located in Naples, FL
For most of his artistic career, Dario Campanile, painted in a hyper-realistic style, where his imagery closely followed the crisp lines of photography. Recently, Campanile broke out...
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Unknown - Series#15#60-Unknown.0423, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
By Kris Haas
Located in Yardley, PA
as elegant as the words but they work, for me. This painting has a relatively calm feel to it or
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Unknown. Oil on canvas. 42, 5x55, 8 cm.
Located in Riga, LV
Unknown. Oil on canvas. 42,5x55,8 cm. Georgs Barkans (1925-2010) Textile artist, architect, artist
Category

Late 20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

20th Century Original Oil on Canvas - Mediterranean Coast - Unknown Artist
Located in Charlotte, NC
An original oil painting on canvas, from the 20th Century. Untitled, (Mediterranean Coast
Category

20th Century Unknown Other Paintings

Materials

Metal

"Unknown Legend" colorful portrait of an enigmatic face in nature, oil painting
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Unknown Legend" is a colorful portrait of an enigmatic face in nature, an oil painting. Nick
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Unknown (still life with fan)
Located in Columbia, MO
UNKNOWN (still life with fan) Unknown Oil on canvas Framed: 35.5 x 23.5 inches
Category

19th Century Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Unknown Fort, Mythscape, Series of Structures, Oil painting by Amitabh "In Stock"
By Amitabh Sengupta
Located in Kolkata, West Bengal
Amitabh Sengupta - Unknown Fort - 48 x 48 inches (unframed size) Oil on canvas ** This work will
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Unknown
By Richard Hayley Lever
Located in Clinton Township, MI
Lever (1876- 1958) is an Australian born artist who studied in both Paris and London. After moving to Mount Vernon, New York, he travelled extensively through New York, New Jersey,...
Category

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Unknown
By Richard Hayley Lever
Located in Clinton Township, MI
Richard Hayley Lever (1876-1958) Original portrait done on paper and mounted on cardboard. Signed on back of the cardboard by artist. Lever was born in Australia studied art in bo...
Category

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Unknown
By Lucie Decsényi
Located in Paris, FR
Parisian school Lucie Decsényi born in Budapest and mainly active in France. the painting is a double face
Category

1930s Expressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Unknown
Unknown
H 23.63 in W 20.48 in D 1.19 in
Unknown, Oil on Canvas Painting Angel with Sleeping Child
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A great angelic oil painting depicting an angel sheltering a sleeping child from a snake. Oil
Category

Early 20th Century German Black Forest Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Large Oil on Canvas Painting, Unknown Danish Artist, Late 1800s
Located in Odense, DK
This oil on canvas painting by an unknown Danish artist, made in the late 19th century, is a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Danish Romantic Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Large Oil on Canvas Painting, Unknown Artist, 1956, Danish Midcentury
Located in Odense, DK
Presenting an enigmatic oil on canvas painting created by an unknown Danish artist made in 1956
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

20th Century Original Oil on Canvas, Loire Valley Chateaux - Unknown Artist - A
Located in Charlotte, NC
An original oil painting on canvas, from the 20th Century. Untitled, (Loire Valley Chateaux
Category

20th Century Unknown Other Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint, Wood

20 Century Original Oil on Canvas - Loire Valley Chateaux - Unknown Artist - B
Located in Charlotte, NC
An original oil painting on canvas, from the 20th Century. Untitled, (Loire Valley Chateaux
Category

20th Century Unknown Other Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint, Wood

Unknown
By Richard Hayley Lever
Located in Clinton Township, MI
London. His art is currently hanging in museums around the world. This piece is an oil on board of two
Category

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Period, Signed, Barbizon Oil Painting
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Beautifully rendered, 19th century, oil-on-board, French, Barbizon-school painting of figures in a
Category

Mid-19th Century Barbizon School Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Unknown Artist, Oil on Board, Abstract Composition, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Unknown artist. Oil on board. Abstract composition. 1960s. The board measures: 40 x 20.5 cm. The
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Paintings

Materials

Other

The Unknown
By Alexis Kandra
Located in Jersey City, NJ
"The Unknown," (2022) by wildlife artist Alexis Kandra is an oil painting gilded with metal foil on
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

The Unknown
The Unknown
H 36 in W 36 in D 1.75 in
Abstract Oil Painting, Horse
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract Oil Painting, Horse French School, circa 2000 Oil painting on canvas, unframed Framed size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

UNKNOWN TITLE
By Jesus Fuertes
Located in Aventura, FL
Original painting on canvas. Hand signed and thumb printed on front by the artist. Canvas size 45
Category

1990s Cubist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas, Acrylic

Still life, unknown artist
Located in Fairfield, CT
Represented by the seller, NY & LA --
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Unknown artist. Oil on canvas. Abstract composition. Approx. 1980s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Unknown artist, oil on canvas. Abstract composition. Approximately from the 1980s. In perfect
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Paintings

Materials

Canvas

An unknown dog
Located in Bogotá, Bogotá
Oil painting featuring the image of an unknown French Bulldog against an abstract background of
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Period Oil Painting of a Crane
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A rare, richly hand-painted, 18th century oil-on-panel portrait of a crane set against a moody sky
Category

1780s Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Unknown artist. Oil on board. Abstract composition. Dated 1999.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Unknown artist. Oil on board. Abstract composition. Dated 1999. Visible dimensions: 89 x 59 cm
Category

1990s Unknown Paintings

Materials

Other

Unknown artist. Oil on board. Abstract composition. Dated 1999.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Unknown artist. Oil on board. Abstract composition. Dated 1999. Visible dimensions: 89 x 59 cm
Category

1990s Unknown Paintings

Materials

Other

Unknown artist. Oil on board. Abstract composition. Dated 1999.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Unknown artist. Oil on board. Abstract composition. Dated 1999. Visible dimensions: 89 x 59 cm
Category

1990s Unknown Paintings

Materials

Other

Midcentury Still Life Oil Painting
Located in Sheffield, MA
The midcentury still life painting is oil on masonite and is signed in the lower left corner. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Masonite

Midcentury Still Life Oil Painting
Midcentury Still Life Oil Painting
H 18.5 in W 26.5 in D 1.12 in
Landscape - Oil Painting - 1975
Located in Roma, IT
Landscape is an original contemporary artwork realized in 1975. Mixed colored oil on panel. Hand
Category

1970s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Landscape - Oil Painting - 1975
Landscape - Oil Painting - 1975
No Reserve
H 15.75 in W 23.63 in D 0.04 in
Unknown European Artist, Oil on Canvas, Abstract Composition, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Unknown European artist. Oil on canvas. Abstract composition. 1970s. The canvas measures: 65 x 50
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

  • 1
  • ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Unknown Oil Painting", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Unknown Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate unknown oil painting for your needs in our varied inventory. Find modern versions now, or shop for modern creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. You’re likely to find the perfect unknown oil painting among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those made as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right unknown oil painting for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, gray, black and blue. Finding an appealing unknown oil painting — no matter the origin — is easy, but Mark Beard, Gershon Benjamin, Leszek Skurski, Marilina Marchica and Jogen Chowdhury each produced popular versions that are worth a look. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paint, oil paint and fabric.

How Much is a Unknown Oil Painting?

The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — an unknown oil painting in our inventory may begin at $1 and can go as high as $1,900,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,200.
Questions About Unknown Oil Painting
  • 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 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Oils typically command higher prices than acrylic paintings, because they generally require more skill.

  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 18, 2021
    The 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.

Read More

Art Brings the Drama in These Intriguing 1stDibs 50 Spaces

The world’s top designers explain how they display art to elicit the natural (and supernatural) energy of home interiors.

Welcome (Back) to the Wild, Wonderful World of  Walasse Ting

Americans are rediscovering the globe-trotting painter and poet, who was connected to all sorts of art movements across a long and varied career.

In Francks Deceus’s ‘Mumbo Jumbo #5,’ the Black Experience Is . . . Complicated

Despite the obstacles, the piece’s protagonist navigates the chaos without losing his humanity.

With Works Like ‘Yours Truly,’ Arthur Dove Pioneered Abstract Art in America

New York gallery Hirschl & Adler is exhibiting the bold composition by Dove — who’s hailed as the first American abstract painter — at this year’s Winter Show.

Donald Martiny’s Jumbo Brushstrokes Magnify the Undeniable Personality of Paint

How can a few simple gestures — writ extra, extra, extra large — contain so much beauty and drama?

Patrick Hughes’s 3D Painting Takes Us on a Magical Journey through Pop Art History

The illusions — and allusions — never end in this mind-boggling portrayal of an all-star Pop art show on a beach.

Mid-Century Americans Didn’t Know Antonio Petruccelli’s Name, but They Sure Knew His Art

The New York artist created covers for the nation’s most illustrious magazines. Now, the originals are on display as fine art.

Learn Why There Have Been So Many Great Women Painters

Featuring iconic works by more than 300 female artists, a new book makes a more than compelling case for casting off the patriarchal handcuffs that have bound the art historical canon for far too long.