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Original Venice Canal Oil Painting by Edward Barton
By Edward Barton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely original impressionistic oil painting of a Venice Canal scene at dusk by Edward Barton (1926
Category
20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Edward Barton Seated Female Portrait Oil on Canvas, Signed
Located in Plainview, NY
A figurative modern oil on canvas by Edward Barton ( American 1926- 2012) entitled " Seated Female
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 24 in W 20 in D 1.75 in
Monumental Modern , Surrealist Oil Painting by Barton Lidice Benes
By Barton Lidice Benes
Located in Buffalo, NY
Barton Lidice Benes (November 16, 1942 – Hackensack, New Jersey – May 30, 2012 – New York) was an
Category
Vintage 1970s American Folk Art Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Whispers of Blue, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
Karen BartonOil painting on cradled wood panelFinished white edgesReady to hangOne
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Langdale Lake District Fine English Oil Painting Mountain Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
M.Barton, English late 20th century
Summer Morning, Langdale (English Lake District)
signed oil
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Off to Abad Start" Original Oil Painting Shaw Barton Calendar Co.
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Barton Calendar Company, Oil Paintings, Sporting, Fishing, Bears.
Category
Late 20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
"BARTON CREEK" AUSTIN
By Morris Walton Leader
Located in San Antonio, TX
Walton Leader
(1877-1966)
Austin Artist
Image Size: 21 X 24
Frame Size: 26 X 30
Medium: Oil
1930s
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
This is America, Shaw-Barton Calendar illustration
By Andrew Loomis
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Signed lower right: Andrew / Loomis
Shaw-Barton Calendar illustration
Category
1940s Paintings
Materials
Oil
Family Sitting at Church, Shaw-Barton Calendar Illustration
By Robert G. Harris
Located in Fort Washington, PA
“Exalt His Name Together”
Calendar illustration; publisher: (Shaw-Barton), January 1962; The
Category
1960s Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Swallowtail, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
, wings, season, impressionism, animals, oil painting, yellowSwallowtailKaren Barton
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
Watchful, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
/>WatchfulKaren BartonOil painting on cradled wood panelFinished edges
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
Revelry, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
, animals, oil painting, blueRevelryKaren BartonOil painting on stretched canvas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
Skyward Bound, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
BoundKaren BartonOil painting on cradled wood panelFinished edgesVarnished and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
Taking Flight, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
, animals, oil painting, greenTaking FlightKaren BartonOil painting on cradled wood
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
Carmel Valley, California Cabin Landscape
By Ray Barton
Located in Soquel, CA
Vibrant, colorful painting of a cabin in Carmel Valley, California by Monterey artist Ray Barton
Category
1980s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
Carmel Valley Gardener Landscape
By Ray Barton
Located in Soquel, CA
Painting of a Carmel Valley Gardener by Ray Barton (American, 1918-1988). Ray Barton specialized in
Category
1980s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pacific Grove Woods, Mid Century Modern Carmel California Landscape
By Ray Barton
Located in Soquel, CA
painting of a house in the Pacific Grove woods by California artist Ray Barton (American, 1918-1988
Category
1960s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
H 23 in W 27 in D 3 in
Looking for Sunshine, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
Karen BartonOil painting on stretched canvasFinished edgesReady to hangOne-of-a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
On a Cloud, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
, impressionism, animals, oil painting, blueOn a CloudKaren BartonOil painting on cradled
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist More Art
Materials
Oil
Woman Patriots Harriet B. Stowe, Eleanor Roosevelt, Amelia Earhart, Clara Barton
By Charles Warren Mundy
Located in Soquel, CA
movement. Pictured in this unique painting are Harriet Beecher Stowe, Eleanor Roosevelt, Amelia Earhart and
Category
1980s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Abstract Geometric Composition
By John Murray Barton
Located in Astoria, NY
John Murray Barton (American, 1921-2000), Abstract Geometric Composition, Oil on Canvas, 1992, in
Category
1990s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Winner Takes All Original Oil Painting by Henry Hintermeister
By Henry Hintermeister
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Barton Calendar Company, Oil Paintings, Sporting, Fishing, Bears.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
The Three Masked Armed Merchantman 'Barton' off Liverpool
By John Jenkinson
Located in London, GB
Signed and dated J. Jenkinson 1810
Oil on Canvas
Category
Early 19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Western Mountains and Trees
Located in New York, NY
Oil on board
Materials
Board, Oil
Barton - Large 20th Century Oil, Gathering at the Inn
By Barton
Located in Corsham, GB
An eighteenth-century scene depicting gentlemen gathering around the fire at an inn. Presented in a wooden frame. Signed to the lower-right edge. On canvas on stretchers.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Big Sur Coastal Farm by Ray Barton
By Ray Barton
Located in Soquel, CA
Big Sur Coastal Farm by California artist Ray Barton (American, 1918-1988). Ray Barton specialized
Category
1980s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Modernist Landscape Oil by Bruce Barton Penney, Dated 1968
By Bruce Barton Penney
Located in Peabody, MA
An alluring oil by New Hampshire artist Bruce Barton Penney (1929-1989) dated 1968. In the manner
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
View from Barton Hills - 19th Century English Summer Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
with all of the original antique oil paintings we sell it is offered in the very finest condition it
Category
1870s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
View from Barton Hills - 19th Century English Summer Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
with all of the original antique oil paintings we sell it is offered in the very finest condition it
Category
1870s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Guy Barton - 20th Century Oil, White Irises
Located in Corsham, GB
Floral still life, oil on canvas. Initialled lower right with a full signature verso.
Category
20th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Barton Creek (II)" Impressionist Natural Scene
Located in Austin, TX
Impressionist painting of Barton Creek from Spanish artist Pep Suari's Austin, Texas collection.
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pt. Reyes Lighthouse
By Ray Barton
Located in Soquel, CA
Barton specialized in plein air paintings of Carmel Valley, Pacific Grove and other coastal locations
Category
1980s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
Midcentury Original Signed Barton Winter Landscape Oil Painting
Located in West Hartford, CT
Vintage original oil on canvas framed Barton landscape oil painting. Signed in the bottom right
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Little Blues, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
, blueLittle BluesKaren BartonOil painting on cradled wood panelNatural wood
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Outsider Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
For Cats, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
, representational, oil painting, blueFor CatsKaren BartonOil painting on masonite board
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Little Fuzz, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
>Little FuzzKaren BartonOil painting on masonite boardNatural wood edgesVarnished
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Donald Blagge Barton (1903-1990) - 20th Century English Oil, Seated Female Nude
Located in Corsham, GB
Donald Blagge Barton, known for his detailed and textured compositions, depicting street scenes and
Category
20th Century Abstract Expressionist Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil
Little Love Bug, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
Karen BartonOil painting on masonite boardNatural wood edgesVarnished and Ready to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
What Did You Say?, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
, representational, oil painting, pinkWhat Did You Say?Karen BartonOil painting on masonite board
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Did You Say Treat?, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
BartonOil painting on masonite boardNatural wood edgesVarnished and Ready to hangOne-of-a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Make a Big Smile, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
/>Make a Big SmileKaren BartonOil painting on masonite boardNatural wood edges
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
I Heard It Too!, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
, representational, oil painting, purpleI Heard It Too!Karen BartonOil painting on masonite board
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Of Course I Love You, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
, representational, oil painting, blueOf Course I Love YouKaren BartonOil painting on masonite
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Flush" Original Oil Painting by Ole Larsen for the Shaw Barton Calendar Co.
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Oil on canvas; 24" x 30". From the archives of the Shaw Barton Calendar Co. used for an early
Category
Mid-20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Paint
H 34.5 in W 29 in D 2 in
Boats at the Old Wharf - Mid Century Earth Tone Impasto Landscape
By Barton
Located in Soquel, CA
Beautiful impasto oil painting of boats along an old wharf in a European city in neutral tones, c
Category
1950s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 31 in W 42 in D 2 in
Pearls, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
, representational, oil painting, yellowPearlsKaren BartonOil painting on masonite board
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art More Art
Materials
Oil
Pebble Beach Eucalyptus
By Ray Barton
Located in Soquel, CA
Oil painting of houses and eucalyptus trees along the Asilomar, Pebble Beach Coast by Pacific Grove
Category
1960s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Kings Canyon Pinnacles California
By Ray Barton
Located in Soquel, CA
Oil painting of Pinnacles National Park by Monterey artist Ray Barton (American, 1918-1988). Ray
Category
1960s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mid Century Carmel Valley Red Roofs Landscape
By Ray Barton
Located in Soquel, CA
Charming mid century oil on canvas painting of small town Carmel Valley with the vibrant green
Category
1960s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Paris, Place Madeleine
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Known for luminescent seascape painting on linen and canvas, Edward Barton is entirely self-taught
Category
1960s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Carmel Valley Landscape
By Ray Barton
Located in Soquel, CA
" lower right. Unframed. Image size, 11"H x 14"W.
Ray Barton specialized in plein air paintings of
Category
1980s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
Grand Marnier, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
>Karen BartonOil painting on cradled wood panelNatural wood edgesVarnished and Ready to hang
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art More Art
Materials
Oil
Salt & Pepper, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
>Salt & PepperKaren BartonOil painting on cradled wood panelNatural wood edges
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art More Art
Materials
Oil
Hot Cheetos, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
Karen BartonOil painting on cradled wood panelNatural wood edgesVarnished and Ready to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art More Art
Materials
Oil
Lemony Goodness, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
GoodnessKaren BartonOil painting on masonite boardNatural wood edgesReady to hang
Category
21st Century and Contemporary More Art
Materials
Oil
Tropical Thoughts, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
>Tropical ThoughtsKaren BartonOil painting on masonite boardNatural wood edgesVarnished and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art More Art
Materials
Oil
Friends Indeed, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
, oil painting, blueFriends IndeedKaren BartonOil painting on masonite board
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art More Art
Materials
Oil
Plenty Good, Oil Painting
By Karen Barton
Located in San Francisco, CA
>Plenty GoodKaren BartonOil painting on masonite boardNatural wood edges
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art More Art
Materials
Oil
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The price for a barton oil painting in our collection starts at $235 and tops out at $8,100 with the average selling for $533.
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- Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 18, 2021The 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 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 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 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. - Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You 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, 2024To 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.
- Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024A 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, 2024The 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, 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 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 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.
- 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.