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South Downs Winter, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Gill Bustamante
Located in Yardley, PA
South Downs Winter is a large panoramic oil painting of deer and silver birch trees in snow with
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Deer, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel
By Richard Szkutnik
Located in Yardley, PA
Two Deer in Utah mountain Original oil on panel paint in contemporary impressionism style
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Deer, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Richard Szkutnik
Located in Yardley, PA
original oil on panel paint in contemporary impressionism style :: Painting :: Impressionist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Deer Food, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Stephanie Berry
Located in Yardley, PA
drops on the ground will be food for wild critters. This was done with quality oil paints and cold wax
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Lavender in a Deer Vase" Oil Painting
By Zoa Ace
Located in Denver, CO
Zoa Ace's "Lavender in a Deer Vase" is an original, handmade oil painting.
About the Artist:
"My
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
One Blossom One World. Peony & Deer III, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, surrealism, animals, nature, surrealism, oil painting, pinkOne Blossom One World. Peony & Deer
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Otto Dill, "Deer", 1918, oil painting, two grazing fawns.
By Otto Dill
Located in Berlin, DE
Otto Dill, "Deer", 1918, oil painting, two grazing fawns.
Beautiful and rare motif of the world
Category
1910s Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
Stags Rutting in Scottish Highland Landscape Family of Deer Signed Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
. Represented in many public collections.
Title: Highland Stags
Medium: signed oil painting on board, framed
Category
Mid-20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th Century Landscape Oil Painting - Deer by the Banks of a Lake
By Jacob Thompson
Located in London, GB
Jacob THOMPSON (1806 – 1879)
Deer by the Banks of a Lake
1842
oil on canvas
18.9 x 27.6 inches
Category
1840s Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Jasper Francis Cropsey Oil Painting, Lone Deer
By Jasper Cropsey
Located in Bradenton, FL
Signed and attributed to Jasper Francis Cropsey (American, 1823-1900) oil on board painting, titled
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
Oil Painting by Nils Hans Christiansen "Deer and Highland Cattle"
By Nils Hans Christiansen
Located in Mere, GB
Highland summer with cattle and highland winter with deer. Pair by Nils Hans Christiansen RAC 1850
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 24.5 in W 14 in D 2 in
Caeser Bimmermann, Oil Painting, 1885. Snowy Winter Landscape with Deer.
Located in Berlin, DE
Caeser Bimmerman, oil painting, 1885, snowy winter landscape with deer and birds. Hunting scene
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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H 53.15 in W 45.67 in
Magic (animal figurative oil painting surrealist deer man reindeer scenery)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
.
keywords; surrealism, animals, oil painting, earth tones, figurative painting, strangeness, contemporary
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 57.49 in W 57.49 in D 0.79 in
Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting Deer Animal Pink Red Green
By Dorothy Fitzgerald
Located in Buffalo, NY
of the horrible news of our everyday.
30x24 in, oil on board, 2020
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Winter Landscape Oil Painting Michael Budden Snow Moonlight Stars Cabin Deer
By Michael Budden
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Magical Moment
oil/canvas
18 x 24 image unframed, 23.5 x 29.13 framed
Here is a beautiful winter
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 23.5 in W 29.13 in D 2 in
Beth Parcell, "January Dawn", 24x36 Snowy Winter Deer Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This winter scene, "January Dawn" is a 24x36 rural landscape scene featuring five deer standing in
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Animal Painting #09-6574 (deer)
By Les Thomas
Located in Denver, CO
Les Thomas has long recognized painting as a language in its own right, and its diversity in terms
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Encaustic, Panel
"Night Deer" Massive Abstract Orange Toned Contemporary Geometric Deer Painting
By Cecilia Beaven
Located in Houston, TX
Colorful abstract painting of a surreal orange-toned deer floating in a black starry dream
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Oil, Spray Paint
'Shattering Dawn' Photorealistic Painting of a deer in woodland greenery
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
'Shattering Dawn' by Ben Waddams is a Contemporary Realist Wildlife oil painting. With such
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Signed French Oil Portrait of a Fawn Baby Deer in Green Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: French School, 20th century, signed
Title: The Baby Deer
Medium: oil on canvas
Category
Mid-20th Century Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
H. Neville - Mid 20th Century Oil, Woodland Deer
Located in Corsham, GB
An atmospheric woodland scene featuring deer walking between the trees to the left of the
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Highland Stag Family of Deer Glen Dhu Sutherland Scotland signed British oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Highland Family
by Madeline Selfe (British 1910-2005)
signed oil on canvas, framed
framed: 24 x
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Cuban-American Artist Geiler Gonzalez "Deer" Oil Painting on Canvas, Signed
Located in Miami, FL
Cuban-American Artist Geiler Gonzalez "Deer" Oil Painting on Canvas, Signed
Offered for sale is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
H 22 in W 28 in D 1.5 in
Deer hunting
Located in Oslo, NO
The painting was painted under the
impression of the problem of human impact on the environment
Category
2010s Futurist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Laurence Dingley (b.1959) - Contemporary Oil, Deer by the Wood
Located in Corsham, GB
A fine work in oil by the Cornwall based British artist Laurence Dingley, depicting a group of deer
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Naturalist painter - Late 19th century landscape painting - Deers Mountain
Located in Varmo, IT
European painter (19th century) - Landscape with deer.
65 x 94cm.
Antique oil painting on canvas
Category
Late 19th Century Naturalistic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
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H 25.6 in W 37.01 in
Crow and Deer
By Miles Cleveland Goodwin
Located in Dallas, TX
"Crow and Deer" by artist Miles Cleveland Goodwin is oil on linen, and measures 24 x 30 inches
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Cubist Oil Still Life, "Still Life with a Deer"
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a one of a kind original oil on paper painting mounted on board by Viktoria Romanova. Its
Category
2010s Cubist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Deer Hunters
Located in Missouri, MO
Laverne Nelson Black (American, 1887-1938)
"The Deer Hunters"
Signed Lower Left
Canvas: 24 x 22
Category
Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Deer at Sunset
By Christian Kroner
Located in Nutfield, Surrey
his scenes featuring deer. Kroner was awarded a gold medal at the Berlin Expo of 1896, he also
Category
Late 19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Roe Deer in the Woods Oil on Canvas Painting by Nelson Gray Kinsley
Located in Albignasego, IT
Roe Deer in the Woods – Nelson Gray Kinsley (1863 – 1945)
Work measurements: 36 x 59 cm
Category
Vintage 1910s German Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Deer in the Woods, Bert Fricke Wolfenbuttel Oil on Panel Painting circa 1920
Located in Atlanta, GA
A German oil on panel painting by Bert Fricke Wolfenbuttel titled 'Deer in the Woods' from the
Category
Early 20th Century German Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
H 27.5 in W 33 in D 1.25 in
At the Base of the Forest, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Shawn Nelson Dahlstrom
Located in Yardley, PA
Lighted path through the forest on Deer Isle, Me. :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 20 in W 24 in D 1 in
'Deer Hill Road, Lafayette, California', Bay Area oil Landscape, Woman Artist
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
awards.
"I paint in oil because of its brilliance and dimensional qualities, and with every painting, I
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Installation, Oil Painting
By Michael Wedge
Located in San Francisco, CA
, climbing, oilpaint, animals, people, surrealism, oil painting, greenInstallationMichael
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sunflowers, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Stephanie Berry
Located in Yardley, PA
stand tall but bow their heads. It seems their seeds are desired by birds, deer and squirrels. This
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Deer Isle, Maine"
By Mercedes Matter
Located in Lambertville, NJ
and Europe, and by age six, was painting under her father's direction. She later studied with Hans
Category
1950s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Divine Monarchs, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Gill Bustamante
Located in Yardley, PA
Divine Monarchs is a large semi-abstract wildlife painting of two deer in a bluebell wood in
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Deer - Oil and Tempera by Paul Wilde - Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Deer is an original modern artwork realzied by Paul Wilde (1893-1936) in the early 20th Century
Category
Early 20th Century Modern Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 33.86 in W 48.04 in D 1.97 in
Nodding Heads, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Stephanie Berry
Located in Yardley, PA
done with quality oil paints on linen and is ready to hang. :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Unknown - Painting Fallow Deer with Doe in the Alps, Oil on Canvas 19th century
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Unknown - Painting Fallow Deer with Doe in the Alps, Oil on Canvas 19th century
A lovely
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century German Early Victorian Paintings
Materials
Wood
H 13.19 in W 16.54 in D 1.97 in
Winter Landscape With Deer
By Clemens Freitag
Located in Sheffield, MA
Clemens Freitag
German, 1882/83-1969
Winter Landscape With Deer
Oil on canvas
35 by 50 in. W
Category
1920s Naturalistic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Deer at the Purple Mountains - Landscape in Oil on Canvas
By Kenneth Lucas
Located in Soquel, CA
Deer at the Purple Mountains - Landscape in Oil on Canvas
Dramatic mountain landscape by
Category
1990s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
H 30 in W 36 in D 0.75 in
Fallow deer at the edge of a lake
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas
Golden wooden frame
55 x 66 x 5 cm
Category
Early 20th Century Modern Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Cabin Interior, " Oil Painting
By Mia Bergeron
Located in Denver, CO
Mia Bergeron's (US based) "Cabin Interior" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a
Category
2010s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Dunham Massey National Trust Outbuildings painting, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Gav Banns
Located in Yardley, PA
park and a series of outbuildings, some of which are the subject of this oil painting. The painting
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 15.7 in W 11.8 in D 0.1 in
Deer in the Snowy Forest, Oil on Canvas Painting by Oskar Frey in Fir Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
A German oil on canvas mounted on board painting from the early 20th century by artist Oskar Frey
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Fir, Paint
H 25.6 in W 33.5 in D 1.25 in
August Specht 1917 Oil Painting Titled Deer in the Woods in Old Fir Tree Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
A German oil on canvas board painting from the early 20th century by August Specht, titled Deer in
Category
Early 20th Century German Paintings
Materials
Wood, Canvas, Fir, Paint
H 32.25 in W 44 in D 1 in
Turn of 20th Century Mt. Shasta Landscape with Deer
Located in Soquel, CA
- 1924), 1901. Several deer gather around calm waters that are dotted with tall evergreen trees, with
Category
Early 1900s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
H 15 in W 24 in D 0.75 in
Good Neighbors, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel
By Shawn Nelson Dahlstrom
Located in Yardley, PA
Light in pine trees on Deer Isle, ME :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Spring Burst, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel
By Shawn Nelson Dahlstrom
Located in Yardley, PA
Light in pine forest on Deer Isle, ME :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes with an official
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sweet Light, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel
By Shawn Nelson Dahlstrom
Located in Yardley, PA
light in the depth of a pine forest on Deer Isle, ME :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Deer Park", North of Copenhagen Denmark, Oil on Canvas, Signed K. Drews, 1938
By Kai Drews
Located in Miami, FL
Kai Drews (1884-1964) listed Danish artist.
Oil on canvas "painted in Dyrehaven Forest Park north
Category
20th Century Danish Romantic Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 33 in W 44 in D 3 in
"Deer Park", North of Copenhagen, Large Oil on Canvas, Signed K. Drews, 1939
By Kai Drews
Located in Miami, FL
Kai Jeppe Drews Danish (1884-1964)
oil on canvas "painted in Dyrehvn Forest Park north of
Category
20th Century Danish Romantic Paintings
Materials
Canvas
The Watchful Doe, Oil Painting
By Onelio Marrero
Located in San Francisco, CA
: deer, forest, woods, trees, foliage, wildlife, fawn, stag, animals, realism, representational, oil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Young Deer in Summer Scottish Highland Glen by Pool of Water
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
next to a pool of water. Very atmospheric work.
Medium: oil painting on board, framed.
framed
Category
20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Late 20th Century Mule Deer Painting by Linda Budge
Located in Seguin, TX
Oil on canvas of mule deer by Linda Budge. Signed lower right corner. Displayed in giltwood frame
Category
Late 20th Century American Rustic Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Down to the Sea, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Gayle Fitzpatrick
Located in Yardley, PA
along the coast of Maine, Deer Isle has beautiful views. From numerous drawings completed on sire, I
Category
2010s Modern Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Sea and Sky, Deer Isle"
By Mercedes Matter
Located in Lambertville, NJ
painting under her father's direction. She later studied with Hans Hofmann at the Art Students League and
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
Loch Lomond in Mountains of Scottish Highlands Realist Landscape Oil Painting
By William McGregor
Located in Preston, GB
Loch Lomond in the Mountains of the Scottish Highlands - a beautiful realist oil painting of the
Category
20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil
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Find a variety of oil paintings of deer available on 1stDibs. Finding the ideal Contemporary or Old Masters examples of these works for your living room, whether you’re looking for small- or large-size pieces, is no easy task — start by shopping our selection today. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. You can search the oil paintings of deer that we have for sale on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, beige, black and orange. Carl Gehrts, Thomas Baker of Leamington, Albert Bierstadt, Susan Hall and Ken Gun Min took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and canvas, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
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Oil paintings of deer can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $4,303, while the lowest priced sells for $1,400 and the highest can go for as much as $14,900.
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- 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. - 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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- 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 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. - 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
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Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
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Oils typically command higher prices than acrylic paintings, because they generally require more skill.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To 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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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.