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Country Church, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
/>Country ChurchShela GoodmanOil painting on stretched canvasPainting wraps around
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Old New Mexico Church, Oil Painting
By Sherri Aldawood
Located in San Francisco, CA
, western, representational, oil painting, greenOld New Mexico ChurchSherri Aldawood
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Gingerbread Church" Oil Painting of Countryside Church signed by Robert Richter
By Robert Richter
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Gingerbread Church" is an oil painting on wood by Robert Richter, signed on the verso. The frame
Category

Early 2000s Outsider Art Landscape Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil

Clifford Holmes Northern California Foothills Country Church Oil Painting C.1950
By Clifford Holmes
Located in San Francisco, CA
Clifford Holmes 1876-1963 Northern California Country Church Original oil on canvas Dimensions
Category

Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Interior of a Church - Oil Painting by Hermann Corrodi, late 1800
By Hermann Corrodi
Located in Roma, IT
Interior of a Church is an original painting realized by Hermann Corrodi. Original oil on canvas
Category

Late 19th Century Romantic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Rural English Landscape with old Church Tower in Distance
By English Impressionist
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The English Church oil painting on board, unframed board measurements: 12 x 14 inches provenance
Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil Painting by Robert Bruce Church "Chapel in the Hills"
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by Robert Bruce Church "Chapel in the Hills" A Fulham road, London artist. Oil on
Category

1960s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Alan Church - 20th Century Oil, The Dockyard
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming depiction of a dockyard on a misty afternoon. The artist captures boats moored along the docks with large cranes towering overhead. Presented in a wooden frame. On board.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil Painting by Robert Bruce Church "A South East Asian Temple"
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by Robert Bruce Church "A South East Asian Temple" A Fulham road, London artist. Oil
Category

1960s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Vintage English Country Winter Church Landscape 1940
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3876 English Country church landscape on canvas in a vintage wood frame
Category

1940s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Old Church, Painting, Oil on Other
By Richard Szkutnik
Located in Yardley, PA
original en plein air oil on panel paint in contemporary impressionism style :: Painting
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Very Rare 19 Cent. American School Floral Painting, Lucinda Church, Pennsylvania
Located in Baltimore, MD
arrangement. It is oil on canvas and the painting is bright and cheerful. It is signed by Lucinda Church
Category

1850s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Snowstorm, Church St, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Ellen Bradshaw
Located in Yardley, PA
sharp relief against the elements! A true New York winter! :: Painting :: Realism :: This piece comes
Category

Early 2000s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Western Church in Amsterdam., Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
That is famous vertical of Amsterdam, Western Church, located at Prinsengracht, close to Anna
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

St. Mary's Church, Attenborough, British Oil Painting
By C. Desborough
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
St. Mary's Church, Attenborough, British Oil Painting By British artist C.Desborough, 20th Century
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Arnold Scaasi and Parker Ladd" Portrait by Norris Church Mailer
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Norris Church Mailer, American (1949 - 2010) Title: Arnold Scaasi and Parker Ladd Year
Category

1980s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

The White Church, Rumford Center, Oil Painting
By Doug Cosbie
Located in San Francisco, CA
, rural, farm , landscape, representational, oil painting, greenThe White Church, Rumford
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Remember Time in Church" Original oil painting
Located in Denver, CO
Felicia Forte's painting "Remember Time in Church" created in 2016 features a yellow sticky tab on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Market Church St. Nicolai Hameln, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
I started this painting as part of an event in 2017 and finished it in 2024. The market church of
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Parish Church of St. Bartholomew, Painting, Oil on Other
Located in Yardley, PA
plein air. Oil on HDF :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece comes with an official certificate of
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Church Yard, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Boris Serdyuk Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind Medium: Oil on
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Quaint Village with Church Spire Idyllic Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Quaint Village with Church Spire - Idyllic Oil Painting by Regine David (female French artist
Category

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Untitled" by Kim English, Original Oil Painting, Church
By Kim English
Located in Denver, CO
Kim English's "Untitled" is an original, hand made oil painting that depicts an urban landscape of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Chapel of Three Moons", expressionist, interior, church, golden, oil painting
By Catherine Picard-Gibbs
Located in Natick, MA
evocative 24 x 30 x 1.5 inch oil on canvas painting depicts a mysterious golden encrusted chapel with a
Category

2010s Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

French Impressionist Oil Painting of Village Church and Vineyards
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of Village Church and Vineyards By F.T. Roussel Signed
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Church in Sumy, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
.''8 inch, (40x50x2 cm) Unframed, "Church in Sumy" is a captivating oil painting that showcases a
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

Church in Ryabushki, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
. "Church in Ryabushki" is a captivating oil painting that transports viewers to a serene landscape. The
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

English Impressionist Oil Painting Country Church in Rural Landscape
By English Impressionist
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The English Church British School, late 20th century oil painting on board, unframed board
Category

Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Intercession Church, Landscape, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
. "Church of the Intercession" is an exquisite oil painting that captures the serene beauty of a landscape
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

A view from Highnam Church, original oil landscape painting
By Eleanor Woolley
Located in Deddington, GB
Eleanor Woolley - contemporary artist Oil on primed board. 35 cm wide by 46 cm high Signed
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Varnish, Oil, Board

Oil White Tangle, Original Painting, Floral, Abstract art, Blue, Green, White
Located in Deddington, GB
An original painting by Catharine Ruth Church of flowers in an array of greens and blues. Impasto
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

French Expressionist Oil Painting of Church Spire Reflected in Water
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Expressionist Oil Painting of Church Spire Reflected in Water By F.T. Roussel Signed
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Impressionist Oil Painting of Village Church and Floral Pathway
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of Village Church and Floral Pathway By F.T. Roussel Size
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Impressionist Oil Painting of Coastal Village Church at Dusk
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of Coastal Village Church at Dusk By Fanch Lel (French b
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Impressionist Oil Painting of Sunlit Village with Church Spire
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of Sunlit Village with Church Spire By Fanch Lel (French b
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Church in Rome - Italian oil on canvas painting, Alfonso Pragliola
By Alfonso Pragliola
Located in Napoli, IT
CHURCH IN ROME - Italian oil on canvas painting cm.100x100, Alfonso Pragliola Italia 2010
Category

2010s Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Ryabushki Village and Church, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Shapoval Ivan Leontyevich Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

Edgbaston Church Birmingham - British 1880 Victorian art landscape oil painting
By William Bromley
Located in London, GB
A fine large oil on canvas painting which dates to circa 1880 by British Victorian artist William
Category

19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Impressionist Riverside Church with Draping Willow Trees Oil Painting
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
signed by Fanch Lel (French b. 1930) Size: 9 x 10.75 inches Oil painting on board, unframed Dated
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Farnham Church from the Meadows Antique English Signed Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
'Farnham Church from the Meadows' British School, early 20th century school signed oil on board
Category

Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Church. Cardboard, oil, 49x35 cm
By Vladimir Glushenkov
Located in Riga, LV
Church. Cardboard, oil, 49x35 cm Vladimir Borisovich Glushenkov (May 21, 1948, Riga - December 26
Category

1980s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

"Golden Altar", Expressionist, Church, Golds, Purples, Blues, Oil Painting, 2019
By Catherine Picard-Gibbs
Located in Natick, MA
24 x 20 x 1 7/8 inch oil on canvas painting depicts a golden encrusted altar. The textural brush work
Category

2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Parisian Street Scene" Impressionist Oil Painting, Paris with Figures & Church
Located in New York, NY
Church and the busy streets from the 20th Century with much life. The artist mostly used oil with a
Category

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Wood Panel

Vintage French Oil Painting Figures Carrying Flowers From The Church
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: Leon Hatot (French 1883-1953) Title: Impressionist oil painting Medium: signed
Category

Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Roy Carnon: 'All Hallows Church, Tillington, near Petworth' oil painting
Located in London, GB
(1911-2002) All Hallows Church, Tillington, near Petworth Oil on board 31 x 42cm Signed; in the
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Spanish landscape with church Spain original oil on board painting
By Albert Rafols Culleres
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Albert Rafols Cullerés (1892-1986) - Landscape - Oil on board Oil measures 27x36 cm. Frame size
Category

1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

1930's French Oil Painting Village Church In Green Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
French Landscape signed by Louise Alix (French, 1888-1980) *see notes below oil painting on artist
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Town's Church" Post-Impressionist Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas Framed
By Jacques Zucker
Located in New York, NY
This painting depicts a whimsical landscape of the town's church and gas station with an old pick
Category

20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Impressionist Oil Painting of Church and Village Scene with Figures
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of Church and Village Scene with Figures By Fanch Lel
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Impressionist Oil Painting of Charming Village Scene with Spired Church
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of Charming Village Scene with Spired Church By Fanch Lel
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Village Scene with Church Tower
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of a Village Scene with Church Tower By Fanch Lel (French
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Impressionist Oil Painting of Breton Women Leaving Church in Quimper
By Fanch Lel
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: French Impressionist Oil Painting of Breton Women Leaving Church in Quimper By Fanch Lel
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

20th Century English Oil Painting - Rural Church in Harvest Field Landscape
By English Impressionist
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist: English Impressionist Title: The Parish Church Medium: oil painting on board, unframed
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mid 20th Century Oil - Church Flowers
Located in Corsham, GB
A fine church interior in oil showing an urn of vibrant flowers with a harvest offering basket at
Category

Mid-20th Century Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil

Rosa Geldon - Contemporary Oil, Church Cottages
Located in Corsham, GB
village church. The oil has been captured in a naive artistic style with expressive palette knife and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Paris : Seine River and Notre Dame Church - Original oil painting, Signed
By André Cottavoz
Located in Paris, IDF
André Cottavoz (1922-2012) Paris : Seine River and Notre Dame Church Original oil painting Signed
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

1970's MODERN BRITISH OIL PAINTING - ENGLISH RURAL CHURCH Golden meadows
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
member of the Arun Art Society. Title: A Country Church, English rural landscape. Medium: oil painting
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Church, Terlingua" Abstract, Geometric Painting
By DeForrest Judd
Located in Houston, TX
Bold black, red, and white abstract geometric painting of Terlingua Church in the city of Terlingua
Category

1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

St. Mary's in Schulenburg, Realism, Oil Painting, Painted Churches of Texas
Located in Houston, TX
This plein air painting was done on site at St. Mary's Church in Schulenburg, Texas. The church
Category

2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

1930's French Post Impressionist Oil Painting Bright Green Church Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: Suzanne Crochet (French c. 1930), French Impressionist artist Title: Church in a
Category

Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

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Church Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact church oil painting you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. You can easily find an example made in the Modern style, while we also have 16 Modern versions to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a church 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 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right church oil painting is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes brown, gray, black and blue. Creating a church oil painting has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Peter Adams, Magdalena Spasowicz, Doug Cosbie, Bryan Mark Taylor and Johann Berthelsen are consistently popular. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much is a Church Oil Painting?

The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a church oil painting in our inventory may begin at $285 and can go as high as $395,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,407.
Questions About Church Oil Painting
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    Jan 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 27, 2024
    Oil 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.
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An 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, 2024
    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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You 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, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2024
    To 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, 2022
    The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    A 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, 2024
    The 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, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2022
    To 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, 2023
    Because 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, 2021
    Any 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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, 2022
    To 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, 2024
    Yes, 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.

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Art Brings the Drama in These Intriguing 1stDibs 50 Spaces

The world’s top designers explain how they display art to elicit the natural (and supernatural) energy of home interiors.

Welcome (Back) to the Wild, Wonderful World of  Walasse Ting

Americans are rediscovering the globe-trotting painter and poet, who was connected to all sorts of art movements across a long and varied career.

In Francks Deceus’s ‘Mumbo Jumbo #5,’ the Black Experience Is . . . Complicated

Despite the obstacles, the piece’s protagonist navigates the chaos without losing his humanity.