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1950s Italian Bar Cabinet with Dutch Maritime Oil Painting
Located in North Miami, FL
features a classical maritime oil painting with 17th Century Dutch vessels. Each of the original brass keys
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Brass
Maritime Oil Painting 19th century, by Prof. Alfred Jensen. Ship and Boat at Sea
By Alfred Jensen (b.1859)
Located in Berlin, DE
Maritime oil painting 19th century, by Prof. Alfred Jensen. Ship and boat at sea.
Around 1900
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Antique maritime oil painting, "Sailors in the backlight" by W. L. Range
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique maritime oil painting, "Sailors in the backlight" by W. L. Range
This captivating oil
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 22.25 in W 30.71 in
19th-Century Maritime Oil Painting of a Clipper Ship in Burled Wood & Gilt Frame
Located in Black Rock, CT
This large 19th-century maritime oil painting captures a majestic clipper ship battling turbulent
Category
Antique 19th Century Paintings
Materials
Brass
H 29 in W 44.75 in D 1.5 in
Maritime Oil Painting Ship Clipper Victorian Seascape
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous Victorian style oil painting of a clipper boat
Sails are bellowing as the clipper cuts
Category
Vintage 1980s Paintings
Materials
Paint
Large Maritime Oil Painting Called Breakers at Utö, 1928
Located in Stockholm, SE
We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite painting by the Swedish artist Otto Lindberg
Category
1920s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Victorian Maritime Oil Painting Shipping and Fisherfolk off Rotterdam Coast
By James Webb
Located in ludlow, GB
Nineteenth Century Victorian Marine Oil Painting on Canvas of Boats and Fisherfolk off the Coast at
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Panoramique" a photorealist maritime oil painting with a ship sailing
By Michel Brosseau
Located in Edgartown, MA
. “My first paintings were devoted to maritime themes mixed with surrealism,” he says. Paintings from
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
British Nautical Maritime Oil Painting “Moonglow - Foochow” by Henry Scott
By Henry Scott
Located in Shippensburg, PA
HENRY SCOTT R.S.A.
British, 1911-2005
"Moonglow - Foochow"
Oil on panel signed lower left
Category
20th Century British Paintings
Materials
Paint
H 18.31 in W 24.38 in D 1.75 in
Antique original early 20th century maritime oil painting from Denmark
Located in Ebberup, DK
This is an original Danish oil on canvas painting estimated to be from the early 20th century.
The
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Country Paintings
Materials
Paint
H 16.54 in W 20.48 in D 1.58 in
Naval Maritime Oil Painting Historical Ships at Sea, Finely Detailed Work
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
.
Medium: oil on canvas, unframed
Painting: 18 x 25.5 inches
Colours: Blue, red, orange, white and grey
Category
20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Danish mid 20th century maritime oil painting by Sergius Frost
Located in Ebberup, DK
Danish original oil on canvas maritime painting estimated to be from the 1930s by artist Sergius
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
H 16.15 in W 22.05 in D 1.58 in
Dahl Taylor, "Waiting for a Chance-a-long", 24x36 Sailing Maritime Oil Painting
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
This piece, "Waiting for a Chance", is a 24x36 oil painting on canvas by artist Dahl Taylor
Category
2010s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Maritime Oil Painting of Shannon Battling Chesapeake by Henry Scott R.S.A.
By Henry Scott
Located in Shippensburg, PA
1813"
Oil on canvas signed lower left titled to the reverse on the stretcher bar
ref. 502LKO07C
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Category
20th Century English Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
H 29.25 in W 41 in D 2.25 in
Large Oil Painting on Board of a Sailing Ship at Dock
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive large maritime oil painting on boards of a ship at rest at a port of call with cargo, a
Category
Mid-20th Century Other Art Style Paintings
Materials
Paint
Large Oil Painting on Board of a Sailing Ship at Dock
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive large maritime oil painting on boards of a ship at rest at a port of call with cargo, a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Other Paintings
Materials
Paint
Antique Late 19th Century Seascape Lighthouse Oil Painting
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Unsigned Maritime oil painting. Very good quality, by the hand of a professional painter. The
Category
Antique 19th Century American American Classical Paintings
Materials
Wood
20th Century French Oil Blue Maritime Scene of Steamship and Classic Yacht
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Description:
This captivating maritime oil painting by the artist beautifully depicts a tranquil harbor scene
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Huge British Maritime Historical Naval Warship The Royal Sovereign Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Royal Sovereign
by D. Cadman, British maritime artist, 2014
signed and dated
oil painting on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Coastal rocks and ocean, Charente Maritime France, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Gav Banns
Located in Yardley, PA
-Mer, in the South-West of France. It is a textured oil painting inspired by several trips to the
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 13 in W 9.4 in D 0.1 in
English Victorian Fishing Harbour Sunset Maritime Scene Signed Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
:
This stunning oil painting captures a serene harbor at sunset, blending natural beauty with human
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage Marl Martens Maritime Scene, Seascape Oil Painting
Located in San Carlos, CA
For Sale: Stunning Oil Painting – Sailboats at Shore, Signed "Martens"
For sale, we have a
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Paintings
Materials
Paint
Maritime Oil on Canvas
Located in Cypress, CA
Maritime oil on canvas depicting a port scene.
Within a later wooden frame.
Late 19th-early
Category
Early 20th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Victorian Oil Painting Cornish Coastal Scene Maritime 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a collectable Victorian oil painting depicting a Cornish coastal scene
Beautiful
Category
Antique 1880s Victorian Paintings
Materials
Paint
Matthew Jay Russell, "Low Tide", 36x60 Maritime Coastal Boat Oil Painting
Located in Saratoga Springs, NY
"Low Tide" is a 36x60 oil painting on canvas by artist Matthew Jay Russell, featuring a moored
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Modern Maritime Marine Oil Painting of Clipper Ship at Dusk 20th Century
Located in ludlow, GB
Modern Maritime Marine Oil Painting of Clipper Ship at Sea as the Sun goes down. A large and very
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Maritime Maternal" Oil painting 68" x 86" inch by Omar Abdel Zaher
Located in Culver City, CA
"Maritime Maternal" Oil painting 68" x 86" inch by Omar Abdel Zaher
Abdel Zaher is a graduate of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Upper Pool River Thames 1880s Maritime London Docklands Framed Oil Painting
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
40.2 inches ( 66cm x 102cm ).
Available for sale; this original oil painting is by Charles William
Category
Late 19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 25.99 in W 40.16 in D 2.17 in
Maritime history
Located in Zofingen, AG
The decorative panel Maritime history is dedicated to the well-known story of the little mermaid
Category
2010s Aesthetic Movement Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
OIL PAINTING MARITIME By Rowney Charman Large Ship Master Piece of London Docks
Located in Ferndown, GB
OIL PAINTING MARITIME By Rodney Charman Large Ship Master Piece of London Docks 20th Century in a
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
HUGE OIL PAINTING MARITIME SHIP MASTER PIECE 20th CENTURY NICE GOLD GILT FRAME
Located in Ferndown, GB
HUGE OIL PAINTING MARITIME SHIP MASTER PIECE 20th CENTURY
FINE RARE MARTINE PAINTING ORIGINAL
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Grego Impressionist Nautical Maritime Boat Port Harbor Oil Painting 24"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Impressionist nautical maritime seascape / cityscape oil painting on canvas by Grego. It
Category
Late 20th Century Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
19 century Maritime Painting with Schooner at Sea (Restored)
Located in San Francisco, CA
19 century Maritime painting with schooner at sea
No visible signature
Restored
17.25 x 31.25
Category
19th Century Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique 19th Century French Oil on Canvas Framed Maritime Painting
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique 19th century French oil on canvas framed maritime painting.
Category
Antique 19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Paint, Wood
Les Chalets - Lithograph on Paper by Georges Laporte - 1990s
By Georges Laporte
Located in Roma, IT
, lithographer and illustrator best known for his maritime oil paintings of coastal landscapes. Born on 17
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
H 17.33 in W 11.03 in D 0.04 in
Les Chalets - Original Lithograph on Paper by Georges Laporte - 1990s
By Georges Laporte
Located in Roma, IT
, lithographer and illustrator best known for his maritime oil paintings of coastal landscapes. Born on 17
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
H 17.33 in W 11.03 in D 0.04 in
Pittwater, Lucinda Park Study 2 (15.4.20) - Original Maritime Boat Oil Painting
By Sally West
Located in Los Angeles, CA
viewers into a moment of quiet coastal reflection.
What makes Sally West’s original oil paintings so
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Berry's Bay (20.11.18) - Large Original Maritime Boat Oil Painting on Canvas
By Sally West
Located in Los Angeles, CA
textures and minimalistic detail.
What makes Sally West’s original oil paintings so recognizable is the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
English Oil Painting Ship Sea Scape Maritime Art
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Wonderful English oil painting of a ship in a vivid blue ocean
Artist has really captured the
Category
Vintage 1980s Paintings and Screens
Materials
Paint
OIL PAINTING By LOUIS DODD 20th CENTURY NAVY / MARITIME PIECE GOLD GILT FRAME
By Louis Dodd
Located in Ferndown, GB
FINE 20th Century Piece By Louis Dodd SEASCAPE British old master oil Style painting in a Gold
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
OIL PAINTING By LOUIS DODD 20th CENTURY NAVY / MARITIME PIECE GOLD GILT FRAME
By Louis Dodd
Located in Ferndown, GB
FINE 20th Century Piece By Louis Dodd SEASCAPE British old master oil Style painting in a Gold
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Castellar, Alpes-Maritimes
By Gabriel Deschamps
Located in Belgravia, London, London
Castellar, Alpes-Maritimes
by Gabriel Deschamps
French 1919 - 2011
Oil on canvas
Canvas size: 18 x
Category
20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Maritime Nautical Seascape Henry Scott Oil Painting “Harvey Mills” Boston Harbor
By Henry Scott
Located in Shippensburg, PA
, Boston, with Governors Island in the Distance
Oil on canvas signed lower left titled to the reverse on
Category
20th Century English Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 29.25 in W 45.13 in D 1.75 in
French Post Impressionist Oil Maritime Scene with Docked Fishing Boats
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Maritime Scene
signed by Édouard Righetti (1924-2001)
dated 1958
mounted in a card frame
oil
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Maritime Scene with Sailboats
Located in Stockholm, SE
This captivating maritime painting, likely the work of an English artist, dates to the late 19th
Category
Late 19th Century Romantic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
XL Victorian Oil Painting Norfolk Coast Maritime 1860 6 Ft
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a large Victorian oil painting of an English coastal scene in the county of Norfolk
Category
Antique 1860s Victorian Paintings and Screens
Materials
Paint
Mid Century Modern Boats and Bridge, Abstracted Maritime Landscape Painting
By Donald J. Phillips
Located in Soquel, CA
Mid Century Modern Boats and Bridge, Abstracted Maritime Landscape Painting
Wonderful mid-century
Category
1950s Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
Coast Guard Cutter with Cannons Spanish-American War Maritime Original Oil
Located in Soquel, CA
fine example of maritime ship portraiture oil painting of a Coast Guard Cutter with cannons under sails
Category
Early 1900s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Stretcher Bars
H 27.75 in W 47.38 in D 1 in
Scandinavian Maritime Painting Oil on Panel in Warm Colors by Noren Nils Martin
Located in Salzburg, AT
Maritime painting in oil on plate by Noren Nils Martin (1907 Västervik - 1998 Uppsala)
The scene
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
H 14.97 in W 18.51 in D 1.97 in
Antique Italian Giltwood Trumeau Mirror with Harbor Scene Oil Painting, C. 1780
Located in Dallas, TX
a maritime oil painting. The giltwood frame has angular protrusions in the upper corner, each filled
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Trumeau Mirrors
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Giltwood, Paint
H 54.875 in W 2 in D 47.25 in
Large Scale Maritime Painting -- Three Masted Braque in Rough Seas
Located in Soquel, CA
Stunning large scale painting of an early 20th century Braque sailing ship named "Medusa" by
Category
1920s American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
H 54 in W 38 in D 1 in
"Ship Portrait, " William Edward Norton, Seascape Maritime Painting, New England
By William Edward Norton
Located in New York, NY
William Edward Norton (1843 - 1916)
Ship Portrait, 1876
Oil on canvas
10 x 16 inches
Signed and
Category
1870s Hudson River School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Fishermen by the Boats - Maritime Seaside Coastal
By Mane Katz
Located in London, GB
/ French / Israeli)
Title: Fishermen by the Boats, circa 1941
Techinique: Original Signed Oil
Category
1940s Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mid-20th Century Oil on Board Abstract Impressionist Maritime Scene, René Genis
By René Genis
Located in Berlin, MD
captivating oil-on-mat-board painting that transforms the industrial into a work of poetic beauty. Signed with
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Illustration Board
H 20.625 in W 25.625 in D 1 in
Henri MILOCH (1898-1979) Maritime Painting, signed and dated
Located in TEYJAT, FR
Henri MILOCH (1898-1979) Maritime Painting, dated 1954.
Oil on canvas signed and dated lower right
Category
20th Century French Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Huge British School 19th C Nautical Maritime Coastal Boats Monogrammed Oil
Located in Nottingham, GB
Huge British School 19th Century Nautical Maritime Coastal Boats riding a rough sea, Monogrammed
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 31.5 in W 88.59 in D 1.97 in
Full Sail - San Francisco Harbor Maritime Seascape
By Elizabeth Gregory Kent
Located in Soquel, CA
Wonderful California plein air seascape of sail boat in San Francisco harbor by California artist Elizabeth Gregory Kent (American 1901-1996), c.1970. Signed lower right corner B. Ke...
Category
1970s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 29 in W 35.25 in D 1.5 in
Village d'Eze A.M. ( for Alpes Maritimes)
By Lucien Delarue
Located in San Francisco, CA
This artwork titled "Village d'Eze A.P." (A.P. For Alpes Maritimes) c.1980 is an oil painting on
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mid Century Modern Abstracted Maritime Seascape with Boats
Located in Soquel, CA
Vivid mid century modern maritime seascape by P. Mantos (20th Century), 1968. Expressive
Category
1960s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 27.5 in W 40.5 in D 1.5 in
After The Storm, Seascape, Nautical, Maritime, Sailing Ships, Boston Artist
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
Storm ", circa 1960s
Oil on Canvas
24" x 30"
Housed in a 2 1/2" Pine Frame with a 3/4" Liner and
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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Maritime Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of maritime oil paintings is available on 1stDibs. Browse a selection of Impressionist, Old Masters or Modern versions of these works for sale today — there are 10 Impressionist, 4 Old Masters, 1 Contemporary, 1 Expressionist and 1 Modern examples available. These items have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a colorful piece of art to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — see the maritime oil paintings on 1stDibs that include elements of brown, gray, black, beige and more. These artworks have been a part of the life’s work for many artists, but the versions made by Robert Dumont-Smith, Antonio Jacobsen, Robert Moore (b.1945), John Stewart and Caroline Bell are consistently popular. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in oil paint, paint and canvas.
How Much are Maritime Oil Paintings?
The average selling price for maritime oil paintings we offer is $1,903, while they’re typically $400 on the low end and $89,800 for the highest priced.
Questions About Maritime 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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. - 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
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