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Large Archie Rand Abstract Expressionist Cartoon Oil Painting Dusseldorf
By Archie Rand
Located in Surfside, FL
"Dusseldorf, Germany" 1993, oil on canvas, hand signed and dated lower left,
Canvas (unframed):18
Category
1980s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Camouflage" Abstract Painting Oil on Cartoon 20" x 14" inch by Mohammed Ismail
By Mohammed Ismail
Located in Culver City, CA
"Camouflage" Abstract Painting Oil on Cartoon 20" x 14" inch by Mohammed Ismail
1991
Signed
Category
20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
Infinity Cartoon, Original Contemporary Surrealist Figurative Portrait Painting
Located in Boston, MA
Infinity Cartoon, Original Contemporary Surrealist Figurative Portrait Painting
44" x 32" x 1.5
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Color, Thread, Acrylic, Vinyl
Huge Red Grooms Monotype Oil Painting LA Hollywood Circus Film Cartoon Pop Art
By Red Grooms
Located in Surfside, FL
-dimensional constructions melded painting and sculpture, to create immersive works of art that invited
Category
Early 2000s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Monoprint, Monotype
"Amazing Painting" Pop-Art Americana Red Yellow Blue bold bright & cartoon- like
By Charlotte Andry Gibbs
Located in Wellesley, MA
symbols of particular significance to the client.
“Amazing Painting”
Oil and Acrylic on Linen
17 3/4 x 23
Category
2010s Pop Art Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Oil
Untitled from Cartoon Series
By Robert Reitzfeld
Located in Surfside, FL
"New York artist Robert Reitzfeld has a devoted cult following, but his paintings are not nearly as
Category
1990s Pop Art Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pink Panther Bridge, colorful abstract bridge painting w cartoon character
By C. Dimitri
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oil paint and mixed media on canvas.
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Oil, Spray Paint
Humorous Gentleman's Magazine cartoon Oil Wells
Located in Wilton Manors, FL
Cartoon sketch, ca. 1955. Pencil on paper, sheet measures 8.5 x 11 inches. Unsigned with editor's
Category
Mid-20th Century Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Pencil
"I Shave Everyday" figurative cartoon portrait painting on paper by Matt Straub
Located in East Quogue, NY
Animated cartoon comic--like portrait oil painting on paper by Matt Straub. Signed on back by
Category
Early 2000s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
"Cartoon Sketch" Gestural Expression in Yellow, White, Red, Blue and Green
By Cathy Bennigson
Located in Wellesley, MA
"Cartoon Sketch"
Oil on Canvas
10 x 8 Inches
Vividly colored Abstract Expressionist painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Battle For Yellowstone, Original Oil Painting of Oversized Fictional Bookcover
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
combining editorial cartooning, oil painting and graphic design. I
am attracted to those handsome
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Living Dangerously, Original Oil Painting, Large Scale Fictional Book Cover
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
into the ruins,
I adopt a strategy combining editorial cartooning, oil painting and graphic design. I
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Four Evangelists, Figure colorful Abstract diptych face and cartoon elements
By C. Dimitri
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In a way, it is a collision of opposites.
Two canvases combined to one frame.
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Ink, Oil, Spray Paint, Gouache
H 40 in W 60 in D 2.5 in
I'm Witnessing a Forest Fire-Oil Painting, Fictional Penguin Classic Book Cover
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
myself from disappearing into the ruins,
I adopt a strategy combining editorial cartooning, oil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 31 in W 19 in D 1.5 in
Mickey Mouse Walt Disney Manga Cartoon Pop Art by British Urban Graffiti Artist
By Chris Pegg
Located in Preston, GB
Mickey Mouse Walt Disney Manga Cartoon Pop Art by Young British Urban Graffiti Artist, Chris Pegg
Category
2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Ink, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acryli...
Silent Running - Oversized Oil Painted Book Cover with Unexpected Juxtapositions
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
, oil painting and graphic design. I
am attracted to those handsome publisher’s design formats
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Chicago Portage - Serene Wooded Landscape with Stormy Skies, Oil on Canvas
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
myself from disappearing into the ruins,
I adopt a strategy combining editorial cartooning, oil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Dracula
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
, oil painting and graphic design. I
am attracted to those handsome publisher’s design formats
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
New France and Labrador - Graphite Drawing, Landscape, On Antiqued Map
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
myself from disappearing into the ruins,
I adopt a strategy combining editorial cartooning, oil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Michele - Figurative Painting by Marc Zimmerman
By Marc Zimmerman
Located in Carmel, CA
, Abstract Paintings, shapes, Oil On Canvas, Oil Paintings, contemporary, Cartoon, Face, People, Drawing
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Prints
Materials
Oil
Amelia - Figurative Painting by Marc Zimmerman
By Marc Zimmerman
Located in Carmel, CA
, Abstract Paintings, shapes, Oil On Canvas, Oil Paintings, contemporary, Cartoon, Face, People, Drawing
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Prints
Materials
Canvas, Oil
RUINED SIGN (EMBELLISHED ROAMCOACH COLLAB)
By Jeff Gillette
Located in Aventura, FL
traditional European oil painting techniques while highlighting the global economic disparities caused by 21st
Category
2010s Street Art Figurative Prints
Materials
Paper, Screen
RUINED SIGN (DUAL EMBELLISHED ROAMCOACH COLLAB)
By Jeff Gillette
Located in Aventura, FL
landfills and slums. His works blend 20th-century cartoon illustration and traditional European oil painting
Category
2010s Street Art Figurative Prints
Materials
Paper, Screen
Cartoon Humor Sled Ride
By Earle K. Bergey
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This fresh to the market lively cover painting by Earle K. Bergey appeared as the cover of the
Category
1940s American Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Explorers , cartoon glam, pop, figurative, contemporary feminine
Located in London, GB
female friendship and exploring the unknown.
The piece is executed in layers of oil colors on canvas. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 23.63 in W 23.63 in
French Cartoon, Floral Pattern Rococo Style Frame. Oil on Linen
Located in Seattle, WA
Aubusson style painted flowers and swags in shades of pastel blue, red, yellow and green on cream colored ground framed by a cartouche on dark red ground and border. Rectangular fram...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Paintings
Aubusson Tapestry Cartoon For A Small Sofa Back, Oil on Canvas, C. 1880
Located in London, GB
Aubusson Tapestry Cartoon for a small sofa seat in the late 18th century French Director style
Category
Antique 19th Century French Directoire Paintings
H 27.17 in W 40.56 in D 0.99 in
Cartoons series, 2 face with statue 21st century, modern, abstract, figurative
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Cartoons series « 2 face with statue », 2018
Oil on canvas
45 7/10 × 28 7/10 in
116 × 73 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Modernist Judaica David and Goliath Biblical Expressionist Cartoon Oil Painting
By Archie Rand
Located in Surfside, FL
"David and Goliath," 1993, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, title label affixed verso
Category
1990s American Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Cartoon Beach
By Mary Robertson
Located in Burlingame, CA
. Her oil paintings and watercolors have an affinity with the American Realists, the Impressionists, and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Satirical Oil Painting of the French Government, Political Cartoon on Canvas
Located in Pasadena, CA
that period.
This political cartoon features François Mitterand, the Prime Minister Edith Cresson
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Looking After People - Surreal Landscape with People and Cartoons
By Benjamin Duke
Located in Chicago, IL
Ben Duke
Looking After People
oil on panel
11h x 14w in
27.94h x 35.56w cm
BSD021
Ben Duke
b. 1977
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Crime and Punishment - Original Oil Painting of Fictional Oversized Book Cover
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
combining editorial cartooning, oil painting and graphic design. I
am attracted to those handsome
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 72 in W 48 in D 1.5 in
George Orwell, 2017 - Original Oil Painting of Fictional Oversized Book Cover
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
myself from disappearing into the ruins,
I adopt a strategy combining editorial cartooning, oil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 31 in W 19 in D 1.5 in
Year of the Eclipse - Original Oil Painting of Fictional Oversized Book Cover
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
editorial cartooning, oil painting and graphic design. I
am attracted to those handsome publisher’s design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 72 in W 48 in D 1.5 in
Coeur d'Alenes Trail - Serene Landscape in Rich Greens and Blues, Oil on Canvas
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
myself from disappearing into the ruins,
I adopt a strategy combining editorial cartooning, oil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Calculus, Original Trompe L'oeil Painting of Classic Text Book With a Red Tulip
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
myself from disappearing into the ruins,
I adopt a strategy combining editorial cartooning, oil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 30 in W 20 in D 1.5 in
You Never Know What You've Got Till It's Gone - Trompe L'oeil Original Painting
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
combining editorial cartooning, oil painting and graphic design. I
am attracted to those handsome
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 31 in W 19 in D 1.5 in
I Would Love You, If You Weren't So Beautiful, Original Trompe L'Oiel Painting
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
myself from disappearing into the ruins,
I adopt a strategy combining editorial cartooning, oil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 30 in W 20 in D 1.5 in
Oil on Canvas, French Casino
By William Siss
Located in Petaluma, CA
1956. Siss had a penchant for doing cartoon-like oil paintings that are not only exceptional quality
Category
Vintage 1950s French Paintings
Materials
Wood, Canvas
Great Expectations, Large Format Fictional Book Cover with Bierdstadt Landscape
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
into the ruins,
I adopt a strategy combining editorial cartooning, oil painting and graphic design. I
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Wedding Dancer, Shtetl Series
By William Gropper
Located in Surfside, FL
limits of expression through his cartoons, murals, and oil paintings. With a preference for theme over
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
"Cartoon" Oil painting
Located in Denver, CO
Michelle Kortbawi Wilk's (US based) “Cartoon” is an oil painting with silver leaf that depicts a
Category
2010s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Silver
Antique American Modern Southwest Surreal Animal Cartoon Original Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist surreal painting. Gouache and watercolor on board, circa 1940. Titled
Category
1940s Surrealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Watercolor
H 25.5 in W 37.5 in D 2 in
Pop Art Whimsical Cartoon Oil Stick Drawing Baby Charlie Sculpture Soho Artist
By David Stoltz
Located in Surfside, FL
summer residency in Maine with the Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture in 1964. From 1966 to 1968
Category
1980s Pop Art Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Oil Crayon
Donald Duck Shell Cartoon Contemporary Pop Art by British Urban Graffiti Artist
By Chris Pegg
Located in Preston, GB
Donald Duck & Shell Oil Cartoon Contemporary Pop Art by British Urban Graffiti Artist Chris Pegg
Category
2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Ink, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acryli...
McFuture Colourful Manga Cartoon Pop Art by Young British Urban Graffiti Artist
By Chris Pegg
Located in Preston, GB
Colourful Manga Cartoon Pop Art by Young British Urban Graffiti Artist, Chris Pegg, entitled
Category
2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Ink, Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Fe...
No Place For Hate
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
myself from disappearing into the ruins,
I adopt a strategy combining editorial cartooning, oil painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Siesta By The Sea - Figurative Nude Art by Marc Zimmerman
By Marc Zimmerman
Located in Carmel, CA
, Abstract Paintings, shapes, Oil On Canvas, Oil Paintings, contemporary, Cartoon, Face, People, Drawing
Category
2010s Contemporary Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Wedding Dancer, Shtetl Series
By William Gropper
Located in Surfside, FL
limits of expression through his cartoons, murals, and oil paintings. With a preference for theme over
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Pair of Chinoisserie style oil paintings, Fr. Aubusson cartoons
Located in Queenstown, MD
Pair of Chinoisserie style oil paintings, French Aubusson cartoons
Category
Antique 19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Monday Mickey - Graffiti Popart, Painting, 21st C., Cartoon, Contemporary Art
By Kristin Kossi
Located in Munich, DE
secure box.,
Acrylic, oil stick, lacquer on stretched canvas by Kristin Kossi.
Sold in a perfect
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Plastic, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 1.19 in
Aubusson Cartoon For A Chair Back, Oil On Canvas, C. 1880
Located in London, GB
Tapestry cartoon in the Regènce style for a chair back with flowers on a yellow ochre background
Category
Antique 19th Century French Régence Paintings
Materials
Canvas
French Casino by William Siss
By William Siss
Located in San Francisco, CA
This most whimsical and cartoon-like oil on canvas painting is signed by the French artist William
Category
Vintage 1950s French Paintings
Materials
Canvas
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Cartoon Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of cartoon oil paintings available on 1stDibs. A selection of these works in the Pop Art, Abstract and Modern styles can be found today in our inventory. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a colorful piece of art to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — see the cartoon oil paintings on 1stDibs that include elements of brown, gray, beige, blue and more. Chris Pegg, Earle K. Bergey, Charlotte Andry Gibbs, Wesley Kimler and Kristin Kossi took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and fabric, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
How Much are Cartoon Oil Paintings?
The average selling price for cartoon oil paintings we offer is $4,167, while they’re typically $950 on the low end and $7,500 for the highest priced.
Questions About Cartoon Oil Paintings
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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, 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.
- 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.
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