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"Presque Isle (Day 46), September 22, 2020" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Primary Hughes' (US based) "Presque Isle (Day 46), September 22, 2020" is an oil painting that
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Vines in Noce" 2020 oil painting, vineyard landscape Tuscany, Italy framed
By Amy Florence
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
An oil painting by Amy Florence. Rows of vines painted en plein air, in Tuscany during the
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 23.62 in W 29.53 in D 3 in
Curious Potting on Emperor's Gold, 2020 - Oil Painting of Flowers with Pink
By Ffiona Lewis
Located in Kingsclere, GB
, Lewis attended a series of short courses at Central St Martin's School of Art and began painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Oil
Jocelyne Hoffelt "Abstraction " 2020
By Jocelyne Hoffelt
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Abstraction - 2020 - oil painting / canvas frame - 40 X 60
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Large French Contemporary Modernist Oil Painting Figures Playing on Sunny Beach
By Huguette Ginet-Lasnier
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Beach Games
Huguette Ginet-Lasnier (French 1927-2020)
oil painting on textured canvas
29 x 24
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
20th Century French Post Impressionist Oil Golden Light Autumn Trees Landscape
By Huguette Ginet-Lasnier
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Golden Light
Huguette Ginet-Lasnier (French 1927-2020)
oil painting on canvas
26 x 21 inches.
All
Category
20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Dan Wuthrich "Annabelle Lee" Abstract Expressionism Painting
Located in Bradenton, FL
"Annabelle Lee" a figurative expressionism oil painting by Dan Wuthrich (American, 1935-2020). Oil
Category
20th Century American Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Paint
Zinnia, Abstract Oil Painting, 2020
By Usha Shukla
Located in Boston, MA
painting
- Created in California, USA
- Professional grade oil paints on archival-quality natural cotton
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cotton Canvas
Hellebore, Abstract Oil Painting, 2020
By Usha Shukla
Located in Boston, MA
:
- This is a hand painted, original painting
- Created in California, USA
- Professional grade oil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Reverberation 02, Abstract Oil Painting, 2020
By Usha Shukla
Located in Boston, MA
Artist Commentary:
I create abstract paintings that distill the light, the intense colors, and the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Wood Panel, Oil
Reverberation 04, Abstract Oil Painting, 2020
By Usha Shukla
Located in Boston, MA
Artist Commentary:
I create abstract paintings that distill the light, the intense colors, and the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Yarrow 04, Abstract Oil Painting, 2020
By Usha Shukla
Located in Boston, MA
Artist Commentary:
I create abstract paintings that distill the light, the intense colors, and the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Empyrean #3, Abstract Oil Painting, 2020
By Usha Shukla
Located in Boston, MA
, original painting
- Created in California, USA
- Professional grade oil paints on Wood Panel
- Wood Panel
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Empyrean #5, Abstract Oil Painting, 2020
By Usha Shukla
Located in Boston, MA
is a hand painted, original painting
- Created in California, USA
- Professional grade oil paints
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Achillea 02, Abstract Oil Painting, 2020
By Usha Shukla
Located in Boston, MA
hand painted, original painting
- Created in California, USA
- Professional grade oil paints on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Space - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova, 100x40 cm. Realized in 2020.
Excellent condition.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 39.38 in W 15.75 in D 3.15 in
Wave - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova, 70x50 cm. Realized in 2020.
Excellent condition.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Bicycle - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Original oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova 70x50 cm. is recreates the atmosphere of the
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 3.15 in
Diner Poses, Oil on Canvas Painting, 2020
By Joshua Dildine
Located in Orange, CA
Diner Poses, Oil on Canvas Painting, 2020
Additional information:
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimension
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Veronica - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova, 50x70 cm. Excellent condition.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 19.69 in W 27.56 in D 3.15 in
Deers - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova, 70x50 cm.
Excellent condition.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 3.15 in
Informal Painting - Oil Painting by G. Lo Fermo - 2020
By Giorgio Lo Fermo
Located in Roma, IT
Fermo in 2014.
Original oil painting on canvas.
Hand signed and dated by the artist on the lower
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 47.25 in W 59.06 in D 1.19 in
Informal Painting -Oil Painting by G. Lo Fermo - 2020
By Giorgio Lo Fermo
Located in Roma, IT
Fermo in 2020.
Original oil painting on canvas.
Hand-signed and dated on the back by the artist
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 1.19 in
Elf's garden - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova, 100x40 cm. Realized in 2020.
Excellent condition.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 39.38 in W 15.75 in D 3.15 in
Small Cosmos - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova, 40x40 cm. Realized in 2020.
Excellent condition.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 3.15 in
Colorful Roses - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova, 70x50 cm. realized In 2020.
Excellent condition.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 3.15 in
Rocky Mountains - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova, 50x70 cm. , realized in 2020.
Excellent condition.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 19.69 in W 27.56 in D 3.15 in
Big Butterfly - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova, 100x40 cm., realized in 2020.
Excellent condition.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 39.38 in W 15.75 in D 3.15 in
Orange Buttefly - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova, 100x40 cm. , realized in 2020.
Excellent condition.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 39.38 in W 15.75 in D 3.15 in
Red Sailboat - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova, 100x40 cm., realized in 2020.
Excellent condition.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 39.38 in W 15.75 in D 3.15 in
Lilac Bouquet - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova, 50x70 cm. , realized in 2020.
Excellent condition.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 19.69 in W 27.56 in D 3.15 in
Icy Mountains - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova, 60x80 cm. , realized in 2020.
Excellent condition.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 23.63 in W 31.5 in D 3.15 in
Happy Flowers - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova 70x50 cm. Meant to create the happy feeling that any
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 3.15 in
"Rasmus" (2020) by Jaclyn Alderete, Original Oil Painting
By Jaclyn Alderete
Located in Denver, CO
"Rasmus", (2020) by Jaclyn Alderete is a female portrait painting that measures 20 x 16 inches
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 20 in W 16 in D 1.5 in
Afternoon Beach - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova, 100x40 cm.
Excellent condition.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 39.38 in W 15.75 in D 3.15 in
Pink Rhododendron - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova, 40x40 cm.
Excellent condition.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 3.15 in
"Making Lemonade" (2020) by Amy Hutcheson, Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
"Making Lemonade" is an original, handmade oil painting on canvas, by Amy Hutcheson, that depicts
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Altered Ego" (2020) by Amy Hutcheson, Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
"Altered Ego" is an original, handmade oil painting on canvas, by Amy Hutcheson, that depicts an
Category
2010s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ellipses - Oil Painting by G. Lo Fermo - 2020
By Giorgio Lo Fermo
Located in Roma, IT
2020.
Original oil painting on canvas.
Hand signed and dated by the artist on the back: olio su tela
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lemon Tree - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova 70x50 cm, created to bring the feeling of the real alive
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 3.15 in
"Ambassador" (2020) By Daud Akhriev, Original Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Daud Akhriev's (EUR and US based) "Ambassador" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board, Canvas
"Magnetism" (2020) By Beth Sistrunk, Original Oil Painting
By Beth Sistrunk
Located in Denver, CO
Beth Sistrunk's "Magnetism" is an oil on two translucent acrylic panels featuring a model with
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"Serenity' (2020) By Beth Sistrunk, Original Oil Painting
By Beth Sistrunk
Located in Denver, CO
carefully and simplistically intertwined in this new series of oil paintings. Beth creates a world where
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Kirchdorf Oberndorf - Marktes Röhrnbach 2020, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
every time I visit and get the opportunity to paint between family obligations. Signed lower left. Oil
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 9.5 in W 11.8 in D 0.2 in
"Bass Rocks", Impressionist, Landscape, Cape Ann, Sea, Oil Painting, 2020
By Chris Plunkett
Located in Natick, MA
"Bass Rocks" is an 20 x 24 inch original plein air oil painting by contemporary landscape painter
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"The Island Vintage Paperback" 2020 Original Oil Painting 12"x16"
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This original oil painting by Megan Eisenberg is of the classic vintage paperback "The Island" by
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 12 in W 16 in D 1 in
Small White Roses - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova, 60x25 cm. Realized In 2020.
Excellent condition.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 23.63 in W 9.85 in D 3.15 in
Acid Composition - Oil Painting by G. Lo Fermo - 2020
By Giorgio Lo Fermo
Located in Roma, IT
Fermo (Messina, 1947) in 2020.
Original oil painting on canvas.
Hand-signed overleaf: olio su tela 20
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 7.88 in W 7.88 in D 1.19 in
"Cosmic Connection", Abstract, Expressionist, Red, Blue, Oil Painting, 2020
By Katherine Borkowski-Byrne
Located in Natick, MA
Katherine Borkowski-Byrne’s “Cosmic Connection” is a colorful abstract oil painting on canvas 60 x
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Gold Coast, Oil on Panel Abstract Landscape Painting, 2020
By Keith Purser
Located in Kingsclere, GB
Gold Coast, Oil on Panel Painting by Keith Purser B. 1944, 2020
Additional information:
Medium
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
Laver Shake, Acrylic and Oil on Paper Painting, 2020
By Joshua Dildine
Located in Orange, CA
Laver Shake, Acrylic and Oil on Paper Painting, 2020
Additional information:
Medium: Acrylic and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic, Paper
Geometric Shapes - Oil Painting 2020 by Giorgio Lo Fermo
By Giorgio Lo Fermo
Located in Roma, IT
Geometric Shapes is an original oil on canvas realized by Giorgio Lo Fermo in 2020.
Hand-signed on
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 0.6 in
The Ball - Oil Painting 2020 by Giorgio Lo Fermo
By Giorgio Lo Fermo
Located in Roma, IT
The Ball is an original oil on canvas realized by Giorgio Lo Fermo in 2020.
Hand-signed on the
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 0.6 in
Informal Blue - Oil Painting by G. Lo Fermo - 2020
By Giorgio Lo Fermo
Located in Roma, IT
Giorgio Lo Fermo in 2020.
Original oil painting on canvas.
Hand signed and dated by the artist on the
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 59.06 in W 47.25 in D 1.19 in
Rose in Dew - Oil Painting by Elena Mardashova - 2020
Located in Roma, IT
Oil painting on canvas by Elena Mardashova, 70x70 cm.
Excellent condition.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 3.15 in
Violent Violet - Oil Painting by G. Lo Fermo - 2020
By Giorgio Lo Fermo
Located in Roma, IT
in 2020.
Original oil painting on canvas.
Hand signed and dated by the artist on the back: G. Lo
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 59.06 in W 47.25 in D 1.19 in
Five Shapes - Oil Painting by G. Lo Fermo - 2020
By Giorgio Lo Fermo
Located in Roma, IT
2018.
Original oil painting on canvas.
Hand signed and dated by the artist on the back: G. Lo Fermo
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 1.19 in
"Follow Me" (2020) By Beth Sistrunk, Original Oil Painting
By Beth Sistrunk
Located in Denver, CO
nature are carefully and simplistically intertwined in this new series of oil paintings. Beth creates a
Category
2010s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
"Moroccan Sink" Original oil Painting 2020 12"x12"
Located in Boca Raton, FL
"Moroccan Sink" is an original oil painting made using high quality oil paints on 3/4" cradled
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Alonge" (2020) By Hadley Rampton, Original Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Hadley Rampton's (US based) "Allonge" is an oil painting that depicts the snow dusted rolling hills
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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2020 Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the 2020 oil painting you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. You can easily find an example made in the Contemporary style, while we also have 122 Contemporary versions to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a 2020 oil painting from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right 2020 oil painting is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes gray, brown, black and beige. Finding an appealing 2020 oil painting — no matter the origin — is easy, but Giorgio Lo Fermo, Thomas Sarrantonio, Stuart Dunkel, Kyle Orlando and Dario Campanile each produced popular versions that are worth a look. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years. A large 2020 oil painting can be an attractive addition to some spaces, while smaller examples are available — approximately spanning 5 high and 5 wide — and may be better suited to a more modest living area.
How Much is a 2020 Oil Painting?
The average selling price for a 2020 oil painting we offer is $2,465, while they’re typically $250 on the low end and $31,250 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 paintings, landscape paintings, still-life paintings and other original 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 emerging artists and more today.
Questions About 2020 Oil Painting
- 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. - 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
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