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Beautiful Greek Landscape with Villa Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, GB
Superb mid-20th century Greek oil painting depicting this sun scorched landscape. Villa's dot the
Category
Mid-20th Century Paintings
Materials
Other
Navagio Beach Greece, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
This original seascape painting captures the essence of Navagio Beach in Greece, a stunning
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Landscape From Greek Islands, Oil Painting
By Suren Nersisyan
Located in San Francisco, CA
, impasto, architecture, impressionism, seascape, oil painting, blueLandscape From Greek
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sunlit Greek Rooftop Village Overlooking The Greek Coastline Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Greek Town Rooftops
signed by Georges Bordonave (French contemporary)
dated 1987
oil painting on
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Greek Island Painting, oil on canvas c2012
Located in Frome, Somerset
An original Acrylic and Oil on canvas by Andy Gradwell. Greek Island Painting. circa 2012
Signed
Category
2010s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
Pyrgos Santorini - Greek landscape oil painting modern impressionism RBA
By John D. Martin
Located in London, Chelsea
Gallery and online.
The original painting by John D Martin RBA is framed and ready to be displayed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
H 13.78 in W 11.82 in D 1.58 in
Zevgolatio - Pointillist Oil on Canvas Modernist Greece Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful pointillist oil on canvas depicting figures waiting for a train at Zevgolatio, Greece
Category
1980s Pointillist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Santorini IV, gorgeous unique signed oil on canvas painting of Greek isle Greece
By Thelma Appel
Located in New York, NY
Thelma Appel
Santorini IV, 2019
Oil on canvas painting
Hand signed, titled and dated verso
28 × 22
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 29.56 in W 23.5 in D 1.5 in
Signed Greek Impressionist Cypress Landscape Framed Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage greek impressionist landscape oil painting. Oil on board. Framed. Signed.
Category
1970s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 13 in W 10 in D 2 in
Greece - Oil Landscape Painting Grey White Grey Pink Blue
By Zhivko Zheliazkov
Located in Sofia, BG
"Greece" is a modern, romantic landscape painting by Maestro Zhivko Zheliazkov,
TECHNIQUE: oil
Category
2010s Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 0.79 in
"Linear Composition" Greek Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting on Canvas
By Eozen Agopian
Located in New York, NY
of Black and pops of blue, red and white, mimicking feelings from the Mid Century with the use of oil
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Landscape Composition" Greek Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting on Canvas
By Eozen Agopian
Located in New York, NY
use of oil painting and mixed media on canvas and it is signed on verso.
Art measures 15.75 x 11.75
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Mixed Media
Eozen Agopian"Landscape Composition" Greek Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting on Canvas, Circa 2000
H 15.75 in W 11.75 in D 0.75 in
"Geodesic Composition" Greek Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting on Canvas
By Eozen Agopian
Located in New York, NY
use of oil painting and mixed media on canvas and it is signed and dated on verso.
Art measures 15.75
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
H 15.75 in W 11.75 in D 0.75 in
Santorini Greece - Oil Landscape Painting Grey White Grey Pink Blue
By Zhivko Zheliazkov
Located in Sofia, BG
"Santorini Greece" is a modern, romantic landscape painting by Maestro Zhivko Zheliazkov
Category
2010s Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 0.79 in
Greek School 1955 Oil - Crocheting
Located in Corsham, GB
A bright and attractive mid Century Greek School portrait, showing a young woman in a pretty blue
Category
Mid-20th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Large Allegory Oil Painting in Frame by Greek Artist Angelos Panayiotou
By Angelos Panayiotou
Located in Atlanta, GA
Contemplation
Medium: oil on canvas,
Mark: signed lower right and dated 1985, Greek export stamp on the canvas
Category
Vintage 1980s Greek Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Atteone Acteon Mythology Greek Rome Oil Painting Contemporary In Stock
By Giovanni Tommasi Ferroni
Located in Utrecht, NL
Atteone Acteon Mythology Greek Rome Oil Painting Contemporary In Stock
Giovanni Tommasi Ferroni
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Greek House" Three-Dimensional Abstract Painting
By John Millei
Located in Houston, TX
"Greek House" and features oil and acrylic paint on a three dimensional canvas.
Category
1980s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
Sunrise Golden Light Greek Coastline & Chapel by Sea Impressionist Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Greek Coastline
by Georges Bordonave (French contemporary)
signed oil painting on canvas
Category
Early 2000s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Large French Contemporary Oil Painting Old Greek White Washed Houses Village
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Old Greek Village
signed by Georges Bordonave (French contemporary)
oil painting on board
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th Century Neoclassical Exhibition Oil Painting of Ancient Greek Poet Sappho
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘Melancholic Sappho’ by Arthur Hill RBA (1841-1908).
The painting – which depicts the celebrated
Category
1870s Pre-Raphaelite Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mykonos Greece Sea View Oil Landscape
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3950 Mykonos Greece sea view landscape oil painting.
Canvas applied to board set in a blue wood
Category
1950s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Large French Contemporary Oil Painting Ancient Greek Roman Temple Column Ruins
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Ancient Temple Ruins
signed by Georges Bordonave (French contemporary)
dated 1994
oil painting
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Exhibited Signed Greek Piraeus Coastal Harbor Scene Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Very finely painted early impressionist view of Piraeus Greece. Exhibition label remains. Framed
Category
1910s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 20 in W 22 in D 2 in
Landscape Painting, Rome Painting, Greek Temple Painting, Oil on Canvas, 20th
By Joseph Marlin Tilleux
Located in Breganze, VI
This is a antique landscape painting with a Rome park, Palatino park.
This oil painting on canvas
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 66.54 in W 55.52 in D 4.73 in
Orange sunset. Bali. Crete. Greece Original Oil Painting by Simon Kozhin
By Simon Kozhin
Located in Zofingen, AG
, and only boats doze on the sea, waiting for the cool morning. In this oil painting, I've captured the
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
H 7.88 in W 11.82 in D 0.12 in
Large Colorful French Oil Painting Greek Island Landscape Flowers George Blouin
By Georges Blouin
Located in Surfside, FL
Ecole des Beaux Arts d'Arras where he studied Decorative Painting. Georges Blouin was a Committee Member
Category
20th Century Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Last rays. Rhodes. Greece, Impressionist Pleinair Oil Painting by Simon Kozhin
By Simon Kozhin
Located in Zofingen, AG
PLEASE NOTE: The painting will be shipped WITHOUT a frame. The framing option is available on
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 7.88 in W 11.82 in D 0.12 in
Original Oil Painting of Tranquil Greek Landscape with Villa and Cypress Trees
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Original Oil Painting of Tranquil Greek Landscape with Villa and Cypress Trees
Artist
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 10.75 in W 14 in D 1 in
Greek / Roman Naturalistic Allegory Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Stormy landscape scene in which a Cupid-like figure seen in the clouds appearing to have shot a number of wounded and dying men in the foreground. The men have a number of women and ...
Category
19th Century Academic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Poet Sappho - 19th Century Pre-Raphaelite Oil Painting Beauty Ancient Greece
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘Melancholic Sappho’ by Arthur Hill RBA (1841-1908).
The painting – which depicts the celebrated
Category
1870s Pre-Raphaelite Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Leto Cursing The Lycians - Welsh Abstract art oil painting Greek Mythology blue
By Glyn Morgan
Located in London, GB
series of paintings inspired by Greek mythology which were shown at the Chappel Galleries in 1996
Category
20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Greece - Oil Paint by Elena Mardashova - 2023
Located in Roma, IT
Original oil painting 'Greece', by Elena Mardshova, realized on canvas 60 x 50 cm.
Excellent
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Leda and Swan. Inspired by Greek Mythology Symbolist Art Oil Painting 80x80cm
Located in Zofingen, AG
tapestry of Greek mythology, reimagining the classic tale through a symbolist lens. The painting captures
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 0.79 in
Original Oil Painting of Serene Mountain View of Delphi, Greece, with Blue Hues
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Original Oil Painting of Serene Mountain View of Delphi, Greece, with Blue Hues
Artist
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 12.75 in W 19.75 in D 1 in
Beauty's Kiss - Woman Kissing a Statue of a Greek Warrior, Original Oil Painting
By Bruno Surdo
Located in Chicago, IL
A modern woman embraces a sculpture of a Greek Warrior in Bruno Surdo's painting titled "Beauty's
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Nike Descending IV: Figurative Abstract Framed Oil Painting Greek Goddess Nike
By David Dew Bruner
Located in Hudson, NY
Figurative abstract style black, white, and blue acrylic painting of the Greek Goddess, Nike
Category
2010s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Archival Paper, Acrylic
Greek Village
By Andrea Bates
Located in Deddington, GB
Andrea Bates, Greek Village
Original Oil Painting,
51x61cm
An old Venetian village dating from
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Greece by Edouard Arthur, Oil on canvas 38x61 cm
Located in Geneva, CH
Oil on canvas sold with frame
Total size with frame 48x71 cm
Edouard ARTHUR is an artist born in
Category
1960s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Scorpios Island Greece Christina Onassis Yacht - Landscape Painting
Located in Sofia, BG
Greek Tycoon Aristotle Onassis by the impressionist Eugeny Chalakoff
About the artwork:
TECHNIQUE: oil
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 0.79 in
Meteora. Greece
By Simon Kozhin
Located in Zofingen, AG
. Incredibly beautiful landscapes, combined with slender cliffs and on top flaunt small Greek temples with red
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage European Impressionist Seascape Greek Fishing Harbor Signed Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Finely painted and impressive European seascape. Appears to be Greece. Framed. Oil on canvas
Category
1960s Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 26 in W 29 in D 2 in
Paul BRET (1902-1956) Large Impressionist Oil Greek Landscape Atmospheric
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
encountered.
Title: The Greek Landscape.
Medium: oil painting on board, framed
Size: framed: 21.5 x
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Greek Classical Scene of "Death of Agamemnon" Oil on metal
Located in Soquel, CA
Greek Classical Scene of "Death of Agamemnon" Oil on metal
Beautifully detailed oil painting with
Category
19th Century Romantic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Metal
19th Century French Oil Painting, Woods with Greek Temple, Hubert Robert, 1802
By Hubert Robert
Located in Berlin, DE
This captivating early 19th-century French oil painting evokes the serene grandeur of a bygone era
Category
Antique Early 1800s French Neoclassical Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 16.54 in W 47.25 in D 0.79 in
Greek Monk
Located in Austin, TX
Pep Suari (Spanish)
Title: "Greek Monk"
Medium: Mixed Media on Canvas
Markings: Signed LL "Suari
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
"Greek Ruins"
By Franklin D. Briscoe
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Signed Lower Right
Known for his marine, history, and portrait paintings, Franklin Briscoe was
Category
19th Century Hudson River School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Contemporary French Impressionist Oil White Greece Temple By The Blue Sea
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Greece Temple
by Georges Bordonave (French contemporary)
oil painting on board, unframed
board: 13
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Anna Maria in White
Located in New Orleans, LA
slackness in her relaxed body, much harder to achieve than it looks. Portrait/figure paintings such as this
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Kalypso Remembering Odysseus - Love Story Based on Greek Mythology, Oil on Panel
Located in Chicago, IL
According to Greek mythology, Kalypso, a beautiful nymph, captured Odysseus and held him on her
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Tomiko Okamura "Greece Harbour"
Located in San Francisco, CA
Tomiko Okamura "Greece Harbour"
Oil on canvas
30 x 40 unframed, 31.25 x 40.25 framed
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Enormous 1980's French Surrealist Painting Rainbow over Greek Fantasy Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Rainbow
French School, signed with monogram and dated 1985
oil painting on canvas, unframed: 77
Category
Late 20th Century Surrealist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
NICO ARVANITIDIS (B.1943) HUGE SIGNED GREEK OIL - NUDE FEMALES MODERNIST WORK
By Nico Arvanitidis
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Medium: oil painting, on canvas, framed.
Size: frame: 40 x 33 x 2 inches
painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Kirké with Swine II - Greek Goddess of Sorcery, Original Oil on Canvas, Framed
Located in Chicago, IL
Kirké fascinated both the ancient Greeks and Romans because the stories told about her were
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Greece. Venetian Fortress On The Greek Island Of Corfu. Signed Tin Florias
Located in Firenze, IT
).
Painting signed lower right Tin Florias.
Oil on canvas, canvas and original stretcher.
Painting in good
Category
20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 23.23 in W 29.14 in D 3.55 in
"Pollonia Beach" small plein-air seascape painting of beach in Greece
By Rachel Personett
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
strictly from life, and enjoys the challenged of painting the ephemeral. Working from life provides the
Category
2010s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Staircase in Tinos, Greece
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas
Gray wooden frame
49.5 x 39 x 2.5 cm
Category
1980s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Doves for the Dorians I" (pink, green, white, Greek warrior. sword, painting)
By Nicholas Evans
Located in Paris, IDF
The Dorians played a significant role in the development of the Greek city-states during the Bronze
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Dye, Oil, Acrylic
H 16.15 in W 13 in D 0.79 in
"Doves for the Dorians II" (pink, green, white, Greek warrior. sword, painting)
By Nicholas Evans
Located in Paris, IDF
The Dorians played a significant role in the development of the Greek city-states during the Bronze
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Dye, Oil, Acrylic
H 16.15 in W 13 in D 0.79 in
Huge 1960's French Oil Portrait of Roman/ Greek Semi Nude Lady Classical Ruins
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
on the wall.
Medium: oil painting on board, unframed
Size:
board: 44.5 x 30.5 inches
Category
Mid-20th Century Surrealist Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil
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Greece Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, there are several options of greece oil paintings available for sale. There are many Impressionist, Contemporary and Post-Impressionist versions of these works for sale. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Greece oil paintings available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes gray, brown, blue, beige and more. Suren Nersisyan, Alina Khrapchynska, Susan Jane Belton, Georges Blouin and Nataliya Tretyakova took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in oil paint, paint and fabric.
How Much are Greece Oil Paintings?
The average selling price for greece oil paintings we offer is $2,750, while they’re typically $350 on the low end and $212,818 for the highest priced.
Questions About Greece 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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