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Zen , Oil Painting, European Artist , Still Life , Florence Academy, Figurative
Located in Houston, TX
Zen is a 14 x 9 Oil Painting by European /Croatian artist Tina Orsolic Dalessio whois classically
Category

2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Emerald Zen, Abstract Oil Painting
By Janet Hamilton
Located in San Francisco, CA
: abstract, texture, calming, zen, palette knives, two-toned, abstract, oil painting, green, beige
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Guitar Zen 2, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Valerie Vescovi
Located in Yardley, PA
my new music piece in my ongoing series of music and or dance themed paintings. This one is my
Category

2010s Cubist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Zen-scape II, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Naoko Paluszak
Located in Yardley, PA
This is one of the works in a style of Abstract expressionism and the series that calls " Zen
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

(b.1935) St Ives Original post-impressionist oil painting CORNSTOOKS ZENNOR
Located in Cirencester, GB
, Porthmeor, Zennor and to Pendeen.  Most of his paintings were completed on the spot and combined with
Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"A Matter of Zen" figurative oil painting girl nature dreamy moon meditation
By Clementine Chan
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
. Her oil paintings carry a silent passion that speaks louder than words. With their fairytale-like
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Zen Magma
By Perry Burns
Located in Fairfield, CT
oil on canvas
Category

2010s Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Zen Camellia
By Margaret Evangeline
Located in New Orleans, LA
large-scale abstract oil paintings on canvas, layering crystallina, flocking, and other cultural
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"A World in a Flower" figurative oil painting girl nature dreamy meditation zen
By Clementine Chan
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
vast landscapes. Her oil paintings carry a silent passion that speaks louder than words. With their
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Joy / Swimming / Pool / Underwater / Photo-transparency Painting / Eric Zener
By Eric Zener
Located in Greenwich, CT
wood panel. Eric Zener (b. 1966) is a self-taught photorealist artist recognized for his figure
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Color Photography

Materials

Foil

Contemporary Zen #515
By Harry James Moody
Located in Los Angeles, CA
among other notable contributions. “Every painting for me is a leap into the unknown. I apply oil
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Zen Circle No. 9
By Rocky Hawkins
Located in Denver, CO
bit more from each of us who stop to admire one of his paintings: trust.
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic, Paper, Ink, Mixed Media

GLIDING THROUGH - Contemporary Figurative Pop Art / Beach Swimmer
By Eric Zener
Located in New York, NY
Original painting by Eric Zener.
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

THE DIVE - Contemporary Figurative Pop Art / Beach Swimmer
By Eric Zener
Located in New York, NY
Original painting by Eric Zener.
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

NIGHT RISE - Black and Blue / Bubbles Rising in Water / Deep Ocean
By Eric Zener
Located in New York, NY
Eric Zener’s photorealistic paintings and resins are focused on four motifs: landscapes, figures in
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Zen Circle of Togetherness No. 10
By Rocky Hawkins
Located in Denver, CO
. This realization led to his introduction into the world of fine art painting. His search to connect
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Paper, Ink, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic

Vintage Japanese Zen Still Life
By Joseph Corey
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-2581 Oil on board Displayed in a faux bamboo wood frame Image size 15.5x19.5"
Category

1960s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Zen Quartet - Mounted on Metal
Located in New York, NY
Homage to jazz club. Beautiful hues. Acrylic and oil on acrylic panel. About the artist: The
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

GRACE - Figurative Realism / Female Swimmer / Beach House / Contemporary
By Eric Zener
Located in New York, NY
Original Oil Painting by Eric Zener
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

SUPERBLOOM - Contemporary Landscape / Poppies / Clouds
By Eric Zener
Located in New York, NY
Original Oil Painting by Eric Zener
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Zen 100
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Oil on canvas
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Drawings and Waterco...

Materials

Oil

Zen 100
H 12 in W 12 in D 1.25 in
WHERE TO BEGIN -Contemporary Realism / Landscape / Waterpark
By Eric Zener
Located in New York, NY
Original Oil Painting by Eric Zener.
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

BLOSSOM - Contemporary Realism/ Spring / Cherry Blossoms
By Eric Zener
Located in New York, NY
Original Oil Painting by Eric Zener.
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

HOW TO BE HAPPY - Underwater Photorealism / Female Swimmer / Large Portrait
By Eric Zener
Located in New York, NY
Original oil painting by Eric Zener.
Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

ETHEREAL- Blue Water / Female Swimmer / Floating Free / Photorealism
By Eric Zener
Located in New York, NY
Original oil painting by Eric Zener. Eric Zener’s photorealistic paintings and resins are focused
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

NIGHT PLUNGE II - Contemporary Realism / Water / Ocean / Deep Blue
By Eric Zener
Located in New York, NY
Original Painting by Eric Zener
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

SUMMER RIPPLE - Contemporary / Figurative / Swimmer
By Eric Zener
Located in New York, NY
Original Painting by Eric Zener
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

IMMERSION - Contemporary / Figurative / Water Scene / Swimmers
By Eric Zener
Located in New York, NY
Original painting by Eric Zener
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

LONG JOURNEY - Contemporary Realism / Lush Green Landscape
By Eric Zener
Located in New York, NY
Original Painting by Eric Zener
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

ABOVE IT ALL - Contemporary Realism / Male Figure Swimmer / Ladder Journey Sky
By Eric Zener
Located in New York, NY
Original Painting by Eric Zener
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

MONTECITO MORNING - Contemporary Realism / Pool Water Scene / California Vibe
By Eric Zener
Located in New York, NY
Original Painting by Eric Zener
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

PATHWAYS -Contemporary Realism / Abstracted Landscape
By Eric Zener
Located in New York, NY
Original Painting by Eric Zener
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

ENVELOP - Contemporary Figurative Realism / Swimmer / Diver / Water
By Eric Zener
Located in New York, NY
Original Painting by Eric Zener
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Montagne Blanche" - zen, quietude, symbolism, peaceful
By Lee Kui Dae
Located in Tarrytown, NY
dreams and imbued with a unique and often Zen-like countenance. His newer images sit as still and
Category

2010s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic

"Premier Amour" - zen, quietude, symbolism, peaceful
By Lee Kui Dae
Located in Tarrytown, NY
dreams and imbued with a unique and often Zen-like countenance. His newer images sit as still and
Category

2010s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic

FLOATING BY - Contemporary Realism / Female Figurative / Dreamscape / Space
By Eric Zener
Located in New York, NY
Original Painting by Eric Zener
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Fight of the Centaurs
Located in Wien, 9
A central theme in Herwig Zens' work is dealing with the ephemeral and above all with death. Even
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Freckle Faced Fool (Zen Master H.)
By Robert Jessup
Located in ATLANTA, GA
where he taught painting in the College of Visual Arts and Design from 1991 to 2018. His work is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Empedokles
Located in Wien, 9
Vita: Herwig Zens decided to study at the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna in 1961. After
Category

Late 20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Empedokles
Empedokles
H 51.19 in W 59.06 in
Valley Trees 230211, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Don Bishop
Located in Yardley, PA
. These are paintings of calm zen like places and are generally large scale pieces. These large paintings
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Warm Sunset 230124, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Don Bishop
Located in Yardley, PA
. These are paintings of calm zen like places and are generally large scale pieces. These large paintings
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Distant Meadow 220201, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Don Bishop
Located in Yardley, PA
light. These are paintings of calm zen like places and are generally large scale pieces. These large
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Oiseau & Fille" - zen, quietude, symbolism, spiritual, imagery, peaceful, girl
By Lee Kui Dae
Located in Tarrytown, NY
dreams and imbued with a unique and often Zen-like countenance. His newer images sit as still and
Category

2010s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic

Field And Trees 220316, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Don Bishop
Located in Yardley, PA
soft light. These are paintings of calm zen like places and are generally large scale pieces. These
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Morning Mist Gold 211120, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Don Bishop
Located in Yardley, PA
soft light. These are paintings of calm zen like places and are generally large scale pieces. These
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Expansive Views, Abstract Oil Painting
By Kajal Zaveri
Located in San Francisco, CA
>Words that describe this painting: abstract, ocean, California, water, modern, zen, seascape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Evening's Refuge, Abstract Oil Painting
By Ronda Waiksnis
Located in San Francisco, CA
, abstract, seascape, non-representational, oil painting, blueEvening's RefugeRonda
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

In the Rain, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, ripples, leaves, nature, animals, nature, realism, oil paintingIn the RainGuigen Zha
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Nebula III, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Jo Moore
Located in Yardley, PA
, working in multi-dimensional disciplines. Ink and Oil on canvas, abstract, zen , color, minimalism, sealed
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Extreme Loafing & Idling #1, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel
By Relja Penezic
Located in Yardley, PA
In "Extreme Loafing & Idling" series I sometimes try to evoke in oil paint Zen landscape Haboku
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

American Contemporary Art by Harry James Moody - Abstract n°515 Contemporary Zen
By Harry James Moody
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas Harry James Moody is a German artist born in 1952 who lives and works in Los Angeles
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Feeling Calm, Feeling Happy, Abstract Oil Painting
By Kajal Zaveri
Located in San Francisco, CA
, spring, large, oilpaint, cool, abstract, nature, oil painting, blueFeeling Calm, Feeling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Gathering of Nations I, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Jo Moore
Located in Yardley, PA
, working in multi-dimensional disciplines. Shaman, Mystics, Muses, figurative, Oil on canvas, abstract, zen
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Gathering of Nations II, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Jo Moore
Located in Yardley, PA
, working in multi-dimensional disciplines. Shaman, Mystics, Muses, figurative, Oil on canvas, abstract, zen
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Let the River Answer, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Jo Moore
Located in Yardley, PA
, working in multi-dimensional disciplines. Heavily textured Ink and Oil on canvas, abstract, zen , color
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Iris III for O'Keefe, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Jo Moore
Located in Yardley, PA
, working in multi-dimensional disciplines. Textured Ink and Oil on canvas, abstract, zen , color
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Extreme Loafing & Idling #8, Oil Painting on Wood Panel
By Relja Penezic
Located in Yardley, PA
This is a beautiful one-of-a-kind original oil painting on wood panel. In the ''Extreme Loafing
Category

2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

A Place by the River, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Jo Moore
Located in Yardley, PA
, working in multi-dimensional disciplines. Ink and Oil on canvas, abstract, zen , color, minimalism, sealed
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Iris III for O'Keefe, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Jo Moore
Located in Yardley, PA
, working in multi-dimensional disciplines. Textured Ink and Oil on canvas, abstract, zen , color
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Abstract 1964 - South African sixties abstract art oil painting
Located in London, GB
This fantastic Sixties abstract oil painting on paper on canvas is by noted South African artist
Category

1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

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Zen Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of zen oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. There are many contemporary, abstract and Photorealist versions of these works for sale. These items have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add zen oil paintings that pop against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of gray, blue, black, beige and more. Eric Zener, Lee Kui Dae, Rocky Hawkins, Juan Cossio and Harry James Moody took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in oil paint, paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.

How Much are Zen Oil Paintings?

The average selling price for zen oil paintings we offer is $9,500, while they’re typically $250 on the low end and $88,000 for the highest priced.

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, landscape and still-life 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 popular artists and more today.

Questions About Zen Oil Paintings
  • 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    The name of the first artist to use oil paints isn't known. However, historians have traced the use of oils back to 7th-century Afghanistan. There, Buddhist artists used oil paintings to produce religious artworks. One of the first artists to be famous for their use of oil paints was Jan van Eyck, a Flemish artist who was active from 1422 to 1441. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of oil paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To identify an artist's oil painting signature, you can try photographing it with your smartphone and then conducting a reverse image search using a trusted search engine. You can also search for the name and consult trusted online resources to learn more about the artist. If these methods don't result in a successful identification, a certified art appraiser or art dealer may be able to assist you. Shop a range of oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.

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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.