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Original Vintage Poster New Shell Lubricating Oils Motor Oil Can Logo Mannequin
By Edward McKnight Kauffer
Located in London, GB
yellow can of Shell motor oil featuring a jointed artist's mannequin holding up the Shell logo on the
Category
1930s British Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Paper
H 29.93 in W 44.89 in D 0.04 in
Vintage Boho Abstract Oil on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
A Vintage Boho Abstract Oil on Canvas painting combines several aesthetic influences, including
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Paint, Paper
Abstract #3 Oil on Canvas by Milo Kekav?
Located in Port Jervis, NY
white border on the canvas to help set it off. In excellent vintage condition. Can be parcel posted.
Category
1970s North American Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Abstract #2 Oil on Canvas by Milo Kekav?
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and very colorful abstract oil on canvas by what looks to be Milo Kekar or kovac. Colors
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Large Mid-Century Abstract Oil Painting By E. Costello
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mid Modern Abstract Oil Painting By E. Costello
Large and impressive abstract oil painting created
Category
1960s Abstract Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil
Vintage European Castle River Waterfall Landscape Oil Painting On Canvas 57"
Located in Dayton, OH
A beautiful vintage European landscape oil painting, circa 1970s. Features a castle perched on the
Category
1970s Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Paint
H 57.5 in W 33.5 in D 3 in
Vintage Wood Andirondack Style Twig 77" 3 Seat Bench
Located in Wilmington, DE
Vintage Wood Andirondack Style Twig 77" Bench
Offered is a large Vintage Wood Andirondack Style
Category
1960s North American Rustic Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Wood
Vintage Coastal Monumental Original Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
where it can truly shine. Ideal for coastal and vintage-inspired interiors, this original oil painting
Category
Late 20th Century American Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Japanese vintage large industrial rusty iron wall decor - wabi sabi objet d'art
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Vintage Industrial rusty iron wall decor - this large size iron plate had been used to mix the
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Industrial Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Metal, Iron
H 43.51 in W 79.93 in D 5.52 in
Mid Century Modern Swedish Abstract Landscape Oil Painting - Wintery Horizon
Located in Bristol, GB
WINTERY HORIZON
Size: 63 x 74 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
An emotive and atmospheric mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 24.81 in W 29.14 in
Mid-Century Modern Swedish Still Life Oil Painting - Violin by Candlelight
Located in Bristol, GB
VIOLIN BY CANDLELIGHT
Size: 53 x 43 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
A very well executed mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 20.87 in W 16.93 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Swedish Abstract Oil Painting - Amidst the Bloom
Located in Bristol, GB
AMIDST THE BLOOM
Size: 48 x 57 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
A vibrant mid-century abstract
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mid Century Modern Swedish Figurative Portrait Oil Painting - Quiet Pastime
Located in Bristol, GB
QUIET PASTIME
Size: 43 x 37.5 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
A mid-century modernist figurative
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Board
H 16.93 in W 14.77 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Original Abstract Oil Painting - Geometric Townscape
Located in Bristol, GB
GEOMETRIC TOWNSCAPE
Size: 42 X 50 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
A striking and richly
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Mid Century Modern Swedish Abstract Landscape Oil Painting - Wintry Horizon
Located in Bristol, GB
WINTRY HORIZON
Size: 63 x 74 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
An emotive and atmospheric mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 24.81 in W 29.14 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Figurative Interior Oil Painting - Table for Six
Located in Bristol, GB
we sell are vintage and unless otherwise stated, their condition is typical for their age. This can
Category
Mid-20th Century Expressionist Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 22.64 in W 29.73 in
1996 Modernist Swedish Coastal Landscape Oil Painting - Coastal Tranquillity
Located in Bristol, GB
COASTAL TRANQUILLITY
Size: 46 X 63 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
This serene composition that
Category
1990s Expressionist Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 18.12 in W 24.81 in
Mid-Century Modern Mini Abstract Oil Painting - Abstract Structures
Located in Bristol, GB
ABSTRACT STRUCTURES
Size: 25.5 x 32 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
A mid-century abstract oil
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Mid Century MODERN Danish Teak Double-Sided DESK, 1960's
Located in Weehawken, NJ
room. Very nice vintage condition - refinished and conditioned with teak oil.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Teak
Signed Abstract Surrealism Cityscape Oil on Canvas Painting (Framed), USA, 1950s
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a signed Mid-Century Modern Surrealist oil on canvas painting. Depicting a cityscape
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
H 25 in W 51 in D 2 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Abstract Seascape Oil Painting - Ethereal Sea
Located in Bristol, GB
ETHEREAL SEA
Size: 48 x 57 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
A soothing and beautifully textured
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mid-century round teak table, Norway, 1960s
Located in Oslo, NO
easily get unscrewed and can therefore be shipped safely.
In good vintage condition, showing light
Category
1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Teak
1954 Mid Century Modern Interior Still Life Oil Painting - Modernist Tabletop
Located in Bristol, GB
MODERNIST TABLETOP
Size: 63 X 75.5 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
A striking mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Board
H 24.81 in W 29.73 in
Mid-Century Modern Swedish Original Landscape Oil Painting - Fields of Summer
Located in Bristol, GB
FIELDS OF SUMMER
Size: 46 x 58 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
An expressive and idyllic mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Board
H 18.12 in W 22.84 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Mini Naïve Style Portrait Oil Painting - Welsh Lady
Located in Bristol, GB
WELSH LADY
Size: 23.5 x 19 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
A small and engaging mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Board
Mid Century Modernist Swedish Abstract Landscape Oil Painting - Muted Horizons
Located in Bristol, GB
MUTED HORIZONS
Size: 45 x 72 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
A dreamy mid-century modernist
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mid Century Modernist Swedish Original Landscape Oil Painting - Barn at Dawn
Located in Bristol, GB
BARN AT DAWN
Size: 45 x 52.5 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
A beautifully ambient and soothing
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 17.72 in W 20.67 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Swedish Still Life Oil Painting - Fish & Apple
Located in Bristol, GB
FISH & APPLE
Size: 41 x 56 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
An expressionist modernist style mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Expressionist Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Board
H 16.15 in W 22.05 in
1991 Vintage Original Swedish Mini Still Life Oil Painting - Cake & Blooms
Located in Bristol, GB
CAKE & BLOOMS
Size: 35 x 30 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
This interior oil composition, dated
Category
1990s Expressionist Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Board
H 13.78 in W 11.82 in
1953 Mid Century Modernist Swedish Still Life Oil Painting - Vessels and Bowl
Located in Bristol, GB
VESSELS AND BOWL
Size: 52.5 x 42.5 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
A striking mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Board
H 20.67 in W 16.74 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Swedish Still Life Oil Painting - Candlelit Chair
Located in Bristol, GB
CANDLELIT CHAIR
Size: 47 x 42 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
An expressive and confidently
Category
Mid-20th Century Expressionist Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Board
H 18.51 in W 16.54 in
Mid-Century Modern Swedish Original Still Life Oil Painting - A Gentle Afternoon
Located in Bristol, GB
A GENTLE AFTERNOON
Size: 63 x 52 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
A cosy and charming mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage Mid Century Modern Swedish Landscape Oil Painting - By the White Walls
Located in Bristol, GB
BY THE WHITE WALLS
Size: 49 x 57 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
A simple yet sophisticated mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Expressionist Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Vintage Mid Century Modern Abstract Seascape Oil Painting - Drift into the Abyss
Located in Bristol, GB
DRIFT INTO THE ABYSS
Size: 76 x 73 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
An emotive and atmospheric
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage Mid Century Modern Original Still Life Oil Painting - Teapot and Fruits
Located in Bristol, GB
TEAPOT AND FRUITS
Size: 39 x 49 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
A charming mid-century still
Category
Mid-20th Century Expressionist Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Board
European Impressionist Canal Landscape Oil Painting Boats Figures Cityscape 17"
Located in Dayton, OH
Colorful vintage Impressionist canal landscape, Signed Harlo, second half 20th century. An oil on
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Paint
H 15 in W 17 in D 2 in
Vintage Boho Original Oil Portrait on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
This Vintage Boho Original Oil Portrait on Canvas offers a timeless representation of a woman
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish Abstract Oil Painting - Intersections of Grey
Located in Bristol, GB
.
This oil on cradled panel is presented in a gilt frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Board
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Landscape Oil Painting - Quiet Day on the Farm
Located in Bristol, GB
QUIET DAYS ON THE FARM
Size: 63 x 88 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
A wonderfully textured and
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Board
H 24.81 in W 34.65 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Swedish Still Life Oil Painting - Scarlet Apples
Located in Bristol, GB
are vintage and unless otherwise stated, their condition is typical for their age. This can sometimes
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Italian Vintage Framed Seascape Painting
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A small vintage oil painting from 20th century Italy. A sleepy seaport town can be seen in this
Category
20th Century Italian Other Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Paint
Vintage Mid Century Modern Swedish Abstract Oil Painting - Abstract Fishermen
Located in Bristol, GB
ABSTRACT FISHERMEN
Size: 57 x 39.5 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
A very well executed semi
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 22.45 in W 15.56 in
1957 Vintage Mid Century Modern Portrait Oil Painting - Behind the Mask
Located in Bristol, GB
BEHIND THE MASK
Size: 43 x 35 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
A bold and enigmatic mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century Expressionist Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Board
Japanese vintage - rusty wood & patinated copper wall decor panel / wall cabinet
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
side - the backside can be used as a small wall display cabinet. Vintage, rustic, with the touch of
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Rustic Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Copper
H 35.83 in W 14.65 in D 2.76 in
Rare Space Age Picnic Set ‘Pic Boll’ by Carlo Viglino for Guzzini, 1960s
By Guzzini
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
dessert plates, 6 glasses, a container for salt and pepper, a container for oil and vinegar.
Also the
Category
1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Plastic
H 10.63 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Geometric Landscape Oil Painting -Cityscape in Motion
Located in Bristol, GB
CITYSCAPE IN MOTION
Size: 43 x 84 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
A striking mid century
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1993 Vintage Modernist Original Framed Oil Painting - Expressionist Still Life
Located in Bristol, GB
ESPRESSIONIST STILL LIFE
Size: 54 x 43 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
A brilliantly executed
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 21.26 in W 16.93 in
Mid Century Modern Mini Expressive Landscape Oil Painting - Woodland Colour
Located in Bristol, GB
WOODLAND COLOUR
Size: 38 x 33 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
A small but very impactful mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Expressionist Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Board
1966 Mid-Century Modern Swedish Original Abstract Oil Painting - Improvisation
Located in Bristol, GB
are vintage and unless otherwise stated, their condition is typical for their age. This can sometimes
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1998 Modern Original Naïve Style Still Life Oil Painting - Quaint Interior
Located in Bristol, GB
QUAINT INTERIOR
Size: 60 x 51 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
A charming and intimate interior
Category
1990s Expressionist Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 23.63 in W 20.08 in
1956 Mid Century Modern Swedish Abstract Still Life Oil Painting-Impasto Bottles
Located in Bristol, GB
IMPASTO BOTTLES
Size: 37.5 x 60 cm (including frame)
Oil on board
A striking modernist style still
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Board
2012 Contemporary Naïve Style Still Life Oil Painting - Patterned Vase
Located in Bristol, GB
, and can be hung as is without the need for a frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish Still Life Oil Painting - Lemon & Pipe
Located in Bristol, GB
sell are vintage and unless otherwise stated, their condition is typical for their age. This can
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 11.42 in W 19.69 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Original Landscape Oil Painting - Tranquil Path
Located in Bristol, GB
TRANQUIL PATH
Size: 43.5 x 50 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
An inviting and soothing mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 17.13 in W 19.69 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Swedish Landscape Framed Oil Painting - Storm's Edge
Located in Bristol, GB
STORM'S EDGE
Size: 58 x 68.5 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
A moody and atmospheric mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Expressionist Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Vintage Mid-Century Modernist Swedish Still Life Oil Painting - The Ceramic Vase
Located in Bristol, GB
are vintage and unless otherwise stated, their condition is typical for their age. This can sometimes
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mid-Century Modern Swedish Expressive Still Life Oil Painting - Tulips in a Jug
Located in Bristol, GB
TULIPS IN A JUG
Size: 70 x 61 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
An elegant and delicate mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mid Century Modern Swedish Abstract Still Life Oil Painting - Soft Blooms
Located in Bristol, GB
SOFT BLOOMS
Size: 63 x 52 cm (including frame)
Oil on canvas
A gentle and dreamy mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Expressionist Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 24.81 in W 20.48 in
French Vintage Framed Landscape Painting
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A beautifully solemn winter woodland scene is depicted in this vintage oil painting from 20th
Category
20th Century French Other Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Paint
Theodore J. Keane Yellow and Burnt Orange Abstract Mid-Century Modern Painting
By Cy Twombly, Franz Kline, Robert Rauschenberg
Located in Chattanooga, TN
subject, but one can distinguish geometric shapes and an overall sense of harmony. The organic yellows
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Can
Materials
Wood, Canvas, Paint
H 37 in W 37 in D 1.38 in
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Vintage Oil Can For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vintage oil can for your home. Frequently made of fabric, wool and wood, every vintage oil can was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the vintage oil can you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage oil can is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Pierre Chapo, Patricia Hermine Sloane and Edward McKnight Kauffer each produced at least one beautiful vintage oil can that is worth considering.
How Much is a Vintage Oil Can?
The average selling price for a vintage oil can at 1stDibs is $1,867, while they’re typically $30 on the low end and $250,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Vintage Oil Can
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if an emerald has been oiled, look for white or yellow branch patterns along the surface of the gem. If you see them, the gem is likely oiled. Also, examine it under a magnifying glass for any signs of trapped bubbles. These also indicate an oiled gemstone. Consulting a licensed jewelry appraiser is the best way to accurately identify oiled emeralds. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted emerald gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Clean an oil painting by dusting it with a natural-hair artists’ brush.
- 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 ExpertNovember 20, 2024Opinions vary on who is the most realistic oil painter. Among contemporary artists, Leng Jun, Richard Estes and John Baeder are all acclaimed for the incredibly lifelike works they produce. Other artists who could be contenders for the title include Frédéric Bazille, George Bellows, Rosa Bonheur, Gustave Caillebotte, Gustave Courbet, Honoré Daumier, Thomas Eakins and Jules Bastien-Lepage. Shop a wide range of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- Do emeralds need to be oiled?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, natural emeralds need to be oiled. Natural emeralds will have cracks and fissures before treatment, and oils will help give the emerald a high sheen and attractive finish. Browse a wide selection of emerald jewelry pieces from some of the world’s top sellers 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- What is a whale oil lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A whale oil lamp is a lamp that uses whale oil for fuel. Whale oil lamps were largely made from the 16th to the 19th centuries. Antique whale oil lamps are collectibles today and an older specimen will be a striking addition to your mantel or display cabinet. Find a collection of antique and vintage whale oil lamps on 1stDibs today.
- What does no oil emerald mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A no oil emerald is an emerald that has not been treated with oil. Generally, emeralds are oiled to fill in fractures and enhance clarity. A no oil emerald is considered rare and more valuable than standard emeralds. Shop a collection of no oil emerald jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 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. - 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few key things to look for to identify an antique oil lamp. First check for a patent number anywhere on your lamp. Use a black light to inspect whether your lamp’s hardware is secured with glue, which fluoresces and would indicate a contemporary lamp. Antique lamps use plaster to attach hardware and fill gaps. An antique oil lamp may have hand-blown glass. Shop a range of professionally authenticated antique oil lamps 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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.
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