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Jackson Creek Florida, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
>Jackson Creek FloridaKent SullivanOil painting on canvas boardFinished edges
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique American Modernist Abstract Expressionist Original Florida Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist abstract oil painting. Oil on canvas, circa 1960. No signature found
Category

1960s Modern Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Florida Oil Painting African American Woman Art Annie Nobles Miller Indian River
Located in Surfside, FL
"Annie Nobles Miller" Abstract Florida landscape oil on board painting Hand signed lower left
Category

1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Cocoa Beach Florida Summer Impressionist Beach Seascape Antique Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American impressionist beach seascape oil painting. Oil on canvas board. Framed. Measuring
Category

1940s Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique American Impressionist Palm Beach Florida Cityscape Signed Oil Painting
By Kamil Kubik
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American impressionist street scene oil painting by Kamil Kubik (1930 - 2011) . Oil on
Category

1950s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

American Impressionist Oil Painting Florida Landscape Boca Raton Signed Tree
Located in Buffalo, NY
A modern impressionist American painting depicting a homestead in Boca Raton, FL with an iconic
Category

1960s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Vintage Florida Water Scene Oil Painting by Listed Artist Maurice Van Felix
Located in Baltimore, MD
This is a colorful oil painting by listed American artist Maurice Van Felix. It portrays a boat
Category

1940s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Florida - Karol Jersak - Abstract Mixed Media Painting
Located in Carmel, CA
Painting , Modern Art, Contemporary Art, Oil Painting, Colorful Painting, mixed media art, minimalist
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Oil

Florida Seascape
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Step into a serene seaside escape with this original painting by Marina Fisher. Featuring a
Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Florida Seascape
Florida Seascape
H 23.63 in W 31.5 in D 1.19 in
FLORIDA BEACH-Porsche 911 TARGA-original realism still life oil painting-Art
Located in London, Chelsea
beach. This original still life painting, expertly crafted with oil on canvas, transports observers to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Florida Sky - 2023 American Realist sunset on beach, en plein air oil painting
By Carl Bretzke
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
An oil painting of a cloud filled sky at sunset. The foreground is set along a sandy beach, white
Category

2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Linen, Oil

American Modernist Everglades Florida Wildlife Park Garden Painting Lilly Pads
By Russ Elliot
Located in New York, NY
Here we have 1960’s Russ Elliott Florida painting Painting depicts a Park with figures overlooking
Category

1960s American Modern Paintings

Materials

Oil

Contemporary Florida Night Scene
Located in San Francisco, CA
Contemporary Florida street scene at night. This really well painted piece came out of house in
Category

Late 20th Century Paintings

Materials

Oil

Vintage Quintessential Old Florida Coastal Oil Painting on Canvas by Walcutt
By Frank Walcutt
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
This exquisite vintage oil painting on canvas by Walcutt beautifully captures the serene essence of
Category

Mid-20th Century Regency Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Florida Waterway Sketch
Located in Fredericksburg, VA
William R Davis's "Florida Waterway" is a breathtaking contemporary painting that encapsulates the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Florida Grasshopper Sparrow
By Adrienne Sherman
Located in Burlingame, CA
The original painting by Adrienne Sherman in oil on panel with a lacquer-like luster. depicting a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Panel, Wood Panel, Oil

Antique Old Florida Southern School Beach Lighthouse Framed Seascape Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American impressionist southern oil painting. Oil on canvas. Framed. Label from a
Category

1950s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

St. Augustine Gates Florida
By William R. Davis 1
Located in Fredericksburg, VA
"St. Augustine Gates, Florida," painted by William R. Davis, captures the historic charm and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Noted Florida Artist Jay Fleming Oil of Divers
By Jay Fleming
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A fun retro oil on canvas by the noted Florida artist Jay Fleming. I believe it is called divers
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings

Large Modernist Painting Contemporary Abstract Art Paul Aho, Palm Beach, Florida
Located in Surfside, FL
Paul Richard Aho, American (Born 1954) Oil painting and acrylic paint on wood "Mirage". Hand
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic, Board

"Flourish-Charles-My Front Yard, Florida" by Amanda Seckington, Acrylic Painting
Located in Denver, CO
and oil painting depicting a face with the features partially obscured by green and purple leaves
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Panel, Oil

Early Florida Painting "Spanish Garden" St. Augustine by Eric Stry Circa 1950
Located in Rochester, NY
Early Florida painting "Spanish Garden" St. Augustine Florida. Painted by Eric Stry. Oil on canvas
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Horse Sketch" oil on panel study for larger composition Wellington, Florida WEF
By Ben Fenske
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
An oil on wood panel sketch of a horse, on a sunny day. The horse stands before a bright green
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

En el Florida Garden, 2003
By Graciela GENOVES
Located in Atlanta, GA
painting and drawing.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Carl Brandien, The Vagabond Artist, Oil on Board, Florida Subject, 1944
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Carl Brandien Oil on Board. Florida Subject. In excellent condition. Canvas size: 16"h x 20"w
Category

Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Paint

The Florida Waterways, Fishing the Inlet
By Joseph McGurl
Located in Greenwich, CT
today. McGurl works almost exclusively with oil paint, capturing marine and landscape scenes in his
Category

2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Linen, Oil

Southern Marshes in Summer Florida Highwaymen Style
Located in Soquel, CA
. Reminiscent of the Florida Highwaymen style. Ruby Velvet liner on a gold painted frame. Image 20"H x 30"W
Category

1970s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sarasota Lady female figure with handbag light colors Florida interior
By Stephen Basso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
part of a series of women with handbags signed on reverse
Category

2010s Feminist Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood

Oil by Noted Florida Artist Jay Fleming "Houses for the Atomic Age"
By Jay Fleming
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A fun retro oil on canvas by the noted Florida artist Jay Fleming. Titled "Houses for the Atomic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Paintings

"Hubbard Park, Crescent City, Florida" George Frederick Morse, Landscape
Located in New York, NY
George Frederick Morse Hubbard Park, Crescent City, Florida, 1906 Oil on canvas 17 x 12 inches A
Category

Early 1900s Hudson River School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Bloom-Logan-Mead Gardens, Florida" (2023) by Amanda Seckington
Located in Denver, CO
"Bloom-Logan-Mead Gardens, Florida" by Amanda Seckington (US based) is an original acrylic and oil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Acrylic, Panel

"Spanish Mission in Florida, " Anthony Thieme, Cape Ann Impressionist
By Anthony Thieme
Located in New York, NY
Anthony Thieme (1888 - 1954) Spanish Mission, Florida Oil on canvas 25 x 30 inches Signed lower
Category

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

1940’s Florida Impressionist Beach Scene Artist Federal Housing Commission
Located in New York, NY
Commission. After redrement Brown devoted full time to painting. He was widely known in Miami and Florida art
Category

1940s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Oil

Remembering Florida. Unique signed abstract mixed media painting on paper Framed
By David Humphrey
Located in New York, NY
David Humphrey Remembering Florida, 1992 Oil Stick, Enamel on Handmade Paper (Contemporary Art
Category

1990s Contemporary Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Oil Crayon, Oil

Afternoon by the Riverside, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, representational, oil painting, greenAfternoon by the RiversideAndres LopezOil painting on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"The Cardozo, Miami Beach, Florida, " Kathleen Piunti, Sunny Street Scene
Located in New York, NY
Kathleen Piunti (1928 - 2016) The Cardozo, Miami Beach, Florida, 1995 Oil on canvas 32 x 60 inches
Category

1990s Photorealist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Warm Reflections pool theme sunny colors florida suburbia human condition
By Stephen Basso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
oil on stretched linen canvas framing not required signed and dated on reverse
Category

2010s American Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Emile Albert Gruppe, Gloucester Artist, Florida Beach Scene "Feeding the Gulls"
By Emile Gruppe
Located in Rockport, MA
frequently painted in Florida during the winters, particularly around the mid-20th century. The sunny climate
Category

20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Hialeah Park Race Track, Florida" Beatrix Sherman, American, Mid 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
Beatrix Sherman Hialeah Park Race Track, Florida, 1947 Signed lower right Oil on canvasboard 16 x
Category

1940s American Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Board

Warm Reflections Florida theme water pool exterior warm colors tranquil theme
By Stephen Basso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
oil on linen canvas heavy duty stretchers framing recommended but not necessary. signed on reverse
Category

2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Sun Breaking Through/Port Salerno" - 2023 American Realist seascape in Florida
By Carl Bretzke
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
An Oil painting of boats in a marina. Above, the suns rays pierce through the clouds. American
Category

2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Linen, Oil

Trucks in the City African American Self-Taught Florida Outsider Folk Art Urban
By Purvis Young
Located in New York, NY
Trucks in the City by African American, Folk, Self-Taught, Florida, Outsider Art Purvis Young Urban
Category

Late 20th Century Outsider Art Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

"Watermelon by the Sea" surrealistic still life on the beach, Florida
By Anthony Ackrill
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
most of his childhood in Florida and Ohio. He decided to pursue painting at a relatively late age
Category

2010s Surrealist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique American Impressionist Framed Palm Tree Tropical Beach Scene Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Impressive early American impressionist Florida beach scene oil painting. Framed. Oil on
Category

1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Cedar Key Cracker Box, Painting, Watercolor on Wood Panel
Located in Yardley, PA
Original oil painting of Florida " Cracker Box" on Cedar Key , Fl. The artist painted this scene
Category

2010s Impressionist Drawings and Watercolor Paintings

Materials

Watercolor

Salvador Dali - Nude at the Window - Original Handsigned Lithograph
By Salvador Dalí­
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
to St. Petersburg in Florida. It hosts 95 oil paintings including six of Dali's eighteen large-sized
Category

1970s Surrealist Nude Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Salvador Dali - Nude with Parrots
By Salvador Dalí­
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
to St. Petersburg in Florida. It hosts 95 oil paintings including six of Dali's eighteen large-sized
Category

1960s Surrealist Nude Prints

Materials

Etching

Salvador Dali - John Kennedy - Original Handsigned Etching
By Salvador Dalí­
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
to St. Petersburg in Florida. It hosts 95 oil paintings including six of Dali's eighteen large-sized
Category

1960s Surrealist Nude Prints

Materials

Etching

Salvador Dali - Magician - Original Etching
By Salvador Dalí­
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
Cleveland/Ohio. In 1982, the museum was moved to St. Petersburg in Florida. It hosts 95 oil paintings
Category

1960s Surrealist Nude Prints

Materials

Etching

Faust - Limoges Porcelain Blue and Gold
By (after) Salvador Dali
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
Cleveland/Ohio. In 1982, the museum was moved to St. Petersburg in Florida. It hosts 95 oil paintings
Category

1960s Modern Mixed Media

Materials

Porcelain

Salvador Dali - Venus in Furs - Original Stamp-Signed Etching
By Salvador Dalí­
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
to St. Petersburg in Florida. It hosts 95 oil paintings including six of Dali's eighteen large-sized
Category

1960s Surrealist Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

Venus - Limoges Porcelain Blue and Gold
By (after) Salvador Dali
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
oil paintings including six of Dali's eighteen large-sized historical paintings. Dali Museum-Theater
Category

1960s Modern Mixed Media

Materials

Porcelain

Salvador Dali - The Kidnapping - Original Etching on Silk
By Salvador Dalí­
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
1982, the museum was moved to St. Petersburg in Florida. It hosts 95 oil paintings including six of
Category

1960s Surrealist Nude Prints

Materials

Etching

Salvador Dali - Sator from "Faust"
By Salvador Dalí­
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
to St. Petersburg in Florida. It hosts 95 oil paintings including six of Dali's eighteen large-sized
Category

1960s Surrealist Nude Prints

Materials

Etching

1940s Florida Highwaymen Style Landscape Oil Painting of Maritime Scene
By Shirley Plaut Schaefer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Schaefer depicts a maritime scene using local color and controlled brushstrokes through her composition. Old Miami or Key West. No frame.
Materials

Canvas, Oil

Florida Kayaker
By Nicholas Oberling
Located in New York, NY
Kayaker on Florida river. Nicholas Oberling is an American Landscape painter currently living and
Category

2010s Hudson River School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Florida Ocean Sunset
By Nicholas Oberling
Located in New York, NY
24x36. Oil on board. Ocean Sunset is a painting of a beach in Sarasota, Florida. Nicholas
Category

2010s Hudson River School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Florida Ocean Sunset
Florida Ocean Sunset
H 24 in W 36 in D 0.25 in
Abstract Oil on Canvas, "Towards the Shore" (Florida Keys)
By Elaine Kaufman Feiner
Located in Providence, RI
Florida Keys in 1984. A mentee and friend of the noted painter Gabor Peterdi, this painting clearly shows
Category

1980s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Florida Myakka Sunset
By Nicholas Oberling
Located in New York, NY
Plein aire painting of river channel in Myakka State Park, Florida. Nicholas Oberling is an
Category

2010s Hudson River School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Nick in Florida
Located in Houston, TX
Based off a story of a friend of the artist. Palm leaves draped over the figure to hide themselves from the world and who they truly are. It shows a trapped and desperate figure, but...
Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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Florida Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate florida oil painting for your needs in our varied inventory. You can easily find an example made in the Abstract style, while we also have 5 Abstract versions to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a florida oil painting may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a florida oil painting to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — find a piece on 1stDibs that incorporates elements of gray, brown, black, blue and more. Finding an appealing florida oil painting — no matter the origin — is easy, but Maria Bertran, Joseph McGurl, Jan Pawlowski, Heinrich Pfeiffer and Stephen Basso each produced popular versions that are worth a look. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and fabric, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

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A florida oil painting can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $2,495, while the lowest priced sells for $350 and the highest can go for as much as $29,000.
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  • 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 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 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 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 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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