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Large Vintage Brazilian Modernist Abstract Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nicely painted Brazilian abstract. Oil on canvas. Signed verso.
Category
1980s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Early 19th century Capriccio Brazil School Painting
Located in Seaford, GB
significance, Portuguese colonial Brazilian oil paintings can command notable prices in the art market. The
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Brazilian Spanish Colonial Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Brazilian Modernist Abstract Oil Painting Latin American Expressionist Concreta
Located in Surfside, FL
Abstract oil on canvas painting by Ivan Freitas.
25" x 31" inch canvas, framed to 30" x 36
Category
1960s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Still Life, Oil Painting by Bella Karawaewa Prado, Brazilian
By Bella Karawaewa Prado
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Bella Karawaewa Prado, Brazilian (1925 - )
Title: Still Life
Medium: Oil on Board, Signed
Category
1980s Cubist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1970s MCM Guatemalan Artwork Oil Painting Brazilian Rosewood
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s MCM Guatemalan Artwork Oil painting on board
exquisite rosewood frame
17.25 w x 22.5 h x .75
Category
Vintage 1970s Guatemalan Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Rosewood, Paint
Oil Painting "Aguas" by Brazilian Artist Cleuza Maria Gonçalves, 2014
Located in Miami, FL
Oil Painting "Aguas" by Brazilian Artist Cleuza Maria Gonçalves, 2014
Offered for sale is an oil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Wire
Oil on Canvas by Italian-Brazilian Painter Maria Polo
By Maria Polo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oil on Canvas by Maria Polo
Signed MARIA POLO and dated 1968
Maria Polo (Venice, Italy, 1937
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Brazil
By Dorothy Hood
Located in Austin, TX
Waterline Fine Art, Austin, TX is pleased to present the following work:
Oil on canvas. Signed
Category
1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
THOMASSIN Attributed Austrian landscapes romantic pair painting Brazil 19th
By Desiré Thomassin
Located in PARIS, FR
/ Brazil”. If the style of the painting corresponds to the work of the Austrian painter Désiré Thomassin
Category
Mid-19th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Brazil - 21st Century, Figurative Painting, Green, Flag, Bikini Bottom
By Mihai Florea
Located in Baden-Baden, DE
Brazil, 2010
Oil on canvas (Signed, front right middle)
14.96 H x 18.11 W in.
38 H x 46 W cm.
The
Category
2010s Photorealist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 14.97 in W 18.12 in D 1.19 in
Brazilian campaign
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas
Beige wooden frame
53 x 69.5 x 4 cm
Around the gray frame, golden borders, beige interior
Category
1960s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Brazilian Girl, " Oil on Canvas Portrait signed by Antonio Diaz Cortes
By Antonio Díaz Cortés
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Cubist idiom to create a portrait with elements of pattern in Brazilian Girl of 1969. Unlike analytical
Category
1960s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Brazilian Contemporary Art by Celia Eid - Untitled
By Celia Eid
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Framed, 52 x 62 x 3 cm, wooden frame
Celia Eid is a Brazilian artist born in 1952
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Brazilian Contemporary Art by Celia Eid - Blackout
By Celia Eid
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Framed, 82 x 82 x 4.5 cm, wooden frame
Celia Eid is a Brazilian artist born in 1952
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Modernist Oil Painting on Canvas of a Bird or Dove
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Exciting oil painting on canvas of a colorful dove on a wheel with geometric implications under a
Category
20th Century Brazilian Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
Brazilian Contemporary Art by Celia Eid - Vertébral
By Celia Eid
Located in Paris, IDF
Vertébral - 110 x 130 cm - oil on canvas - 2018
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Brazilian Contemporary Art by Celia Eid - Clair
By Celia Eid
Located in Paris, IDF
Clair - 70 x 60 cm - oil on canvas - 2019
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Brazilian Contemporary Art by Celia Eid - Rouge Obscur
By Celia Eid
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Framed, 51 x 51 x 4 cm, wooden frame
Celia Eid is a Brazilian artist born in 1952
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 1.19 in
Brazilian Contemporary Art by Celia Eid - Sans Limite
By Celia Eid
Located in Paris, IDF
Sans Limite - 100 x 80 cm - oil on canvas
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Brazilian Contemporary Art by Celia Eid - L'île
By Celia Eid
Located in Paris, IDF
L’Ile - 110 x 110 cm - oil on canvas - 2019
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Brazilian Contemporary Art by Celia Eid - L'invasion Bleue
By Celia Eid
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Framed, 51 x 51 x 4 cm, wooden frame
Celia Eid is a Brazilian artist born in 1952
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 1.19 in
Brazilian Contemporary Art by Celia Eid - Les Arbres Bleus
By Celia Eid
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Framed, 41 x 41 x 4 cm, wooden frame
Celia Eid is a Brazilian artist born in 1952
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 1.19 in
Brazilian Contemporary Art by Celia Eid - Après la Pluie
By Celia Eid
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on Canvas
Celia Eid is a Brazilian artist born in 1952 who lives and works between Paris
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 47.25 in W 39.38 in D 1.19 in
Expressionist African American Woman Portrait German Brazilian Harry Elsas
Located in Surfside, FL
Framed 20.5 x 18 image 14.5 x 12
Heinz Hugo Erich Elsas, (German-Brazilian 1925-1994) later known
Category
20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
ABSTRACT Contemporary Geometric Pastel Peter Evans London New Artist Brazil
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
. 1979) is a multidisciplinary artist and songwriter originally from London, now based in Brazil. Drawing
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
H 39.38 in W 35.44 in D 1.58 in
ABSTRACT Contemporary Geometric Pastel Peter Evans London New Artist Brazil
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
. 1979) is a multidisciplinary artist and songwriter originally from London, now based in Brazil. Drawing
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
H 27.56 in W 25.6 in D 1.58 in
ABSTRACT Contemporary Geometric Pastel Peter Evans London New Artist Brazil
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
. 1979) is a multidisciplinary artist and songwriter originally from London, now based in Brazil. Drawing
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 1.58 in
Obelisk - Muslim Woman Hijab, Mid-Century Architectural Forms - Brazilian Artist
Located in Miami, FL
Brazilian/ American Artist William Schock paints a portrait of a Muslim woman in a Hijab gazing
Category
1950s Color-Field Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Brazilian Contemporary Art by Celia Eid - De l'Autre Côté
By Celia Eid
Located in Paris, IDF
De l'Autre Côté - 2020 - oil on canvas - 70 x 80 cm
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 1.97 in
Brazilian Contemporary Art by Celia Eid - Bleu sur L'Herbe
By Celia Eid
Located in Paris, IDF
Bleu sur L'Herbe - 110 x 130 cm - oil on canvas - 2018
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 51.19 in W 43.31 in D 1.97 in
ABSTRACT Contemporary Geometric Blue White Peter Evans London New Artist Brazil
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
. 1979) is a multidisciplinary artist and songwriter originally from London, now based in Brazil. Drawing
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
H 15.75 in W 11.82 in D 1.58 in
ABSTRACT Contemporary Geometric Pastel Pink Peter Evans London New Artist Brazil
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
. 1979) is a multidisciplinary artist and songwriter originally from London, now based in Brazil. Drawing
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
H 18.51 in W 18.51 in D 1.58 in
ABSTRACT Contemporary Geometric Blue White Peter Evans London New Artist Brazil
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
. 1979) is a multidisciplinary artist and songwriter originally from London, now based in Brazil. Drawing
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
H 11.82 in W 15.75 in D 1.58 in
ABSTRACT Contemporary Geometric Circle Red Peter Evans London New Artist Brazil
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
. 1979) is a multidisciplinary artist and songwriter originally from London, now based in Brazil. Drawing
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
H 21.66 in W 19.69 in D 1.58 in
ABSTRACT Contemporary Geometric Black White Peter Evans London New Artist Brazil
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
. 1979) is a multidisciplinary artist and songwriter originally from London, now based in Brazil. Drawing
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
H 19.69 in W 15.75 in D 1.58 in
"Harbour of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, " Julius Montalant, Maritime Port Trade
Located in New York, NY
Julius Montalant (1823 - 1898)
Harbour of Rio Janeiro, 1843-1850
Oil on canvas
17 x 24 inches
Category
1850s Hudson River School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
C19th Portrait Princesse de Joinville of Brazil - Spectacular fit for a palace
By Henri d'Ainecy Montpezat
Located in London, GB
-1859)
Painted circa 1837-9
oil on canvas
113 x 92 inches (including frame)
92 x 70 inches (unframed
Category
1830s Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Francisco Galeno "Vale do amanhecer" Oil on Board
Located in Astoria, NY
: Brazilian Artist, Brasília, Painting, Oil on Panel, Surrealist, Surrealism, Landscape scene, Lizard, Snake
Category
Vintage 1980s Brazilian Paintings
Materials
Other
Red Valley Favela, Brazilian art, Contemporary Oil Painting
By Nicholas Broughton
Located in Naples, FL
The memories of his time in Brazil are Nicholas Broughton’s inspiration for his unique ‘Favela
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Mixed Media, Oil
Tanja Ritterbex, The Japanese John Lennon in Brazil, oil on canvas (figurative)
By Tanja Ritterbex
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Tanja Ritterbex has been called the Lady Gaga of contemporary art. She makes bolds paintings
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Tanja RitterbexTanja Ritterbex, The Japanese John Lennon in Brazil, oil on canvas (figurative), 2017
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 0.79 in
Bye Bye Brazil
By Judith Deim
Located in New York, NY
Hand-signed and dated "J.Deim '90" lower right
Provenance: The Judith Deim Trust
Category
1990s American Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
In London, Dreaming of Brazil
By Geoffrey Stein
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Oil on Canvas
Please Contact Gallery for Pricing
Category
Other Art Style Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Contemporary Oil on Canvas Painting by Artist Patricia Levy
By Patricia Levy
Located in Nashville, TN
Oil painting by Brazilian artist Patricia Levy.
Category
20th Century Brazilian Modern Paintings
"Folclore 2" Large Oil on Canvas By Lula Cardoso Ayres
By Lula Cardoso Ayres
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brazilian artist Lula Cardoso Ayres (1910-1987) was a painter and avant-garde visual programmer
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
'Market in Bahia, Brazil' Oil Painting by Noted Folk Artist Didito of Maragujipe
By Didito
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
'Market by the River, Salvador, Bahia' oil on canvas, 31 x 35 without frame, 32.5 x 36.5 including
Category
Late 20th Century Brazilian Folk Art Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 2.5 in W 35.5 in D 32.5 in
Beach Scene By Maurice Brazil Prendergast
Located in New Orleans, LA
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Inscribed "No 13/"Study" St Malo/Maurice Prendergast" (en verso)
Oil on panel
Maurice Brazil Prendergast is
Category
Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
H 16.25 in W 19.5 in D 2 in
Brazilian Modernist Abstract Oil Painting Latin American Expressionist Concreta
Located in Surfside, FL
Abstract oil on canvas painting by Ivan Freitas.
25" x 31" inch canvas, framed to 30" x 36
Category
1960s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Original 19th Century Oil Painting
By Pedro Americo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signed and dated, oil-on-canvas painting of a recumbent tiger by noted Brazilian artist, Pedro
Category
Antique 19th Century Brazilian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Jose Campuzano Original Oil Painting, circa 1960s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Jose Campuzano (1918-1979) original oil painting, circa 1960s
A carriage coming down a cobbled
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Pair of Tropical Oil Paintings on Board
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of oil paintings on board of jungle scenes with mountains, rivers, Palm Trees, flowers, and
Category
20th Century Brazilian British Colonial Paintings
Materials
Paint
Lovely Small Oil Painting Still Life by Isaac Monteiro
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Still life of a blown out candle in a roughly rendered oil by Isaac Monteiro, 1938-2008. Signed and
Category
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Paintings
Materials
Paint
Brazilian Contemporary Art by Celia Eid - Untitled
By Celia Eid
Located in Paris, IDF
Untitled - 2020 - oil on canvas - 40 x 40 x 4 cm
sold with American box - 45 x 45 x 5 cm
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Brazilian Contemporary Art by Celia Eid - Untitled
By Celia Eid
Located in Paris, IDF
Untitled - 2020 - oil on canvas - 40 x 40 x 4 cm
sold with American box - 45 x 45 x 5 cm
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Armenian Contemporary Art by Kamsar Ohanyan - Brazil
By Kamsar Ohanyan
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on canvas
Kamsar Ohanyan is an Armenian artist born in 1991 who lives and works in Yerevan
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 1.19 in
Three Modernist Oil Paintings on Canvas of Birds, Priced Individually
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Three dazzling oil paintings on canvas, one of a parrot on a trapeze under a crescent moon and over
Category
20th Century Brazilian Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
Francois Thango ] Oil on Board Painting, Contempory African Art
By François Thango 1
Located in Buffalo, NY
work has been exhibited include The Birth of Contemporary Painting in Central Africa at the Royal
Category
Late 20th Century Brazilian Tribal Paintings
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Brazilian Contemporary Art by Celia Eid - Untitled 3
By Celia Eid
Located in Paris, IDF
Oil on Canvas
Celia Eid is a Brazilian artist born in 1952 who lives and works between Paris
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Brazilian Contemporary Art by Celia Eid - La Montagne
By Celia Eid
Located in Paris, IDF
La Montagne - 70 x 60 cm - oil on canvas - 2019 - 2 000€
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Modern Abstract Oil Painting by Firmino Saldanha, Rio de Janeiro
By Firmino Saldanha
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modern abstract oil painting by Firmino Saldanha, Rio de Janeiro
Firmino Saldanha: 1906 date of
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Painting by Paulo Laport (b. 1951), "Saxto", Oil on Linen, Signed on Verso, 2012
Located in Chicago, IL
Painting by Paulo Laport (b. 1951). "Saxto", oil on linen, 2012, signed, titled and dated on verso
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Paintings
Materials
Linen, Paint
H 63 in W 78.75 in D 4 in
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Brazilian Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of brazilian oil paintings available on 1stDibs. Browse a selection of contemporary, abstract or Surrealist versions of these works for sale today — there are 359 contemporary, 253 abstract, 239 modern, 104 Impressionist and 91 Surrealist examples available. These items have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add brazilian oil paintings that pop against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of brown, gray, black, blue and more. Many versions of these artworks are appealing in their rich colors and composition, but Sunil Das, Martha Mans, Juan del Pozo, Barbara Kuebel and Stanza produced especially popular works that are worth a look. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
How Much are Brazilian Oil Paintings?
Prices for pieces in our collection of brazilian oil paintings start at $175 and top out at $328,267 with the average selling for $3,905.
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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.
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Questions About Brazilian Oil Paintings
- 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 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 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 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, 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, 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, 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. - 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 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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