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Elephants, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
A pair of elephants hugging. Strong marriage, love, feelings, fidelity, trust. Such manifestations
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Elephant Food in the Sun, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Sylvia Shanahan
Located in Yardley, PA
Although I live in Florida, I love the desert. This painting was from a reference photo that I
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil Painting of African Elephants by Maitland-Smith
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Oil painting on board of African elephants in tropical settings. Presented in a bronze frame with
Category
Late 20th Century Barbizon School Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Elephants Have A Festival. Large Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting
By Paul Wadsworth
Located in Brecon, Powys
Paul Wadsworth is one of the UK’s leading exponents of Expressionist paintings. His pieces are
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 53.15 in W 109.45 in
"Asian Elephant Standing Before Hazy Blue Mountains" Original oil painting
By Brian Mashburn
Located in Denver, CO
Brian Mashburn's painting "Asian Elephant Standing Before Hazy Blue Mountains," crafted in 2023, is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Big Meeting, Elephant, Animal, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang
Located in Granada Hills, CA
Artist: Oleg Kateryniuk
Work: Original oil painting, handmade artwork, one of a kind
Medium: Oil
Category
2010s Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 55 in W 76.5 in D 1 in
Triptych Oil on linen: 'Elephant'
By David Mellen
Located in New York, NY
conservative attitude toward painting, especially at a time when any kind of style can be justified as
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
"Tip Of Your Tongue" - Oil And Wax Elephant Figurative Painting 2025
By Brian Keith Stephens
Located in Denver, CO
“Tip of Your Tongue” by Brian Keith Stephens is an original, handmade oil and wax on cotton
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Cotton, Wax, Oil
Made to Love - abstract wildlife elephant interior oil painting-contemporary art
By Nathan Neven
Located in London, Chelsea
, showcasing a mama elephant and her baby in a vibrant interior setting, complemented by enchanting spiral
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 53.94 in W 53.94 in D 1.19 in
"Childish Problems" by 3rd Version, Oil Painting, Pink Flamingo with Elephant
Located in Denver, CO
3rd Version's "Childish Problems" is an oil painting depicting a child with a mask and a box
Category
2010s American Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel, Acrylic
Dry Season /// Large African Wildlife Safari Elephant Herd Animal Oil Painting
By Adolf Sehring
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
*Signed by Sehring lower right
Circa: 1990
Medium: Original Oil Painting on Canvas
Reference: "The Real
Category
1990s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Oil
Original Oil Painting of Elephant in the Wild by British Contemporary Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Original Oil Painting of an Elephant in the Wild by British Contemporary Wildlife Artist, Mark
Category
1990s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
Elephant and Calf original wildlife portrait figurative oil painting artwork
By Catherine Ingleby
Located in London, Chelsea
Elephant and Calf, producing an endearing and intimate animal portrait. Typically bathed in the sunlight of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Board
H 21.26 in W 25.2 in D 1.19 in
"Elephant Butte - Monument Valley" Landscape Painting
By David Caton
Located in Houston, TX
Painting of the Elephant Butte rock formation in the Monument Valley of Arizona by David Caton
Category
1970s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Elephant In The Pool" Lrg Orig. Oil Painting by Robert White, Frameless Display
Located in Encino, CA
“Elephant In The Pool,” an original oil on canvas by Robert K. White, is a piece for the true
Category
2010s Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 40 in W 56.75 in D 1.25 in
1970s Jaime Parlade Designer Hand Painting "Elephants" Oil on Canvas
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Jaime Parlade Designer hand painting "Elephants" oil on canvas.
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
1970s Jaime Parlade Designer Hand Painting "Elephants" Oil on Canvas
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Jaime Parlade Designer hand painting "elephants" oil on canvas.
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Duel, Original Elephant Painting, Safari Animal Art, Landscape Wildlife Painting
By Sophie Harden
Located in Deddington, GB
Duel is an original oil painting by Sophie Harden. This wonderful painting of two fighting bull
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 29.53 in W 47.25 in D 1.19 in
Elephant
By Matheus Goulart
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Matheus is greatly influenced by the city he now calls home -- New York has long been the epicenter of fashion, hip hop, and street art, where he feels his interest in contemporary a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pink Elephant
Located in London, GB
Tim Fowler’s Pink Elephant is a striking, vibrant painting that explores bold contrasts and fluid
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic, Graphite
African Elephant, gold, oil, metallic foil, blue, animals, landscape, grid
By Alexis Kandra
Located in Jersey City, NJ
"African Elephant" by Alexis Kandra is an original oil painting with gold and black foil measuring
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Foil
Seated Elephant
By Alicia Rothman
Located in New York, NY
oil on panel
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Elephant who sleeps
Located in Zofingen, AG
This painting is a meditative journey deep into oneself. Pink and yellow colors create a feeling of
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Socially Intelligent (Original elephant mixed media large scale painting)
By Svetlana Shalygina
Located in Maricopa, AZ
A stunning large scale painting by Svetlana Shalygina. It includes her signature crackle texture
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Feeding the Elephants
By William Henry Dethlef Koerner
Located in Fort Washington, PA
wearing suits. Original oil painting mounted on board. Signed lower right. Work window measures 14" x 27 1
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
'The Challenge' Contemporary Photorealist painting of a large African Elephant
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
'The Challenge' by Ben Waddams is a Contemporary Realist Wildlife oil painting of an African
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
figurative painting with a naked beauty Elephant and Princess Nesmiyana
Located in Zofingen, AG
Pink Elephant and Princess Nesmeyana. The picture is drawn with concrete wall imitations and street
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil
H 27.56 in W 23.63 in D 0.79 in
Procession With Elephant
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Procession with elephant, expressionist style oil painting, signed and dated.
George Russin was
Category
1970s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
1930's French Impressionist Oil Still Life Interior China Ornaments Elephant
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
oil painting on board, unframed
double sided
measures: 9.5 high by 13 inches wide
condition: overall
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
[Edith Thayer Cromwell (1893-1962)] Elephant
By Mark Beard
Located in New York, NY
[Edith Thayer Cromwell (1893-1962)] Elephant
n.d.
Signed, u.r.
Oil on canvas
23 x 29 inches
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
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Meenakshi Temple Madurai Tamil India 1913 Hindu Priest Sacred Elephant Oil Paint
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Andre Chéronnet Champollion
Meenakshi Temple Hindu Priest & Sacred Elephant Madurai, Tamil
Oil on
Category
1910s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage 20th Century Framed Oil On Canvas Elephant Family Painting c.1960
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A stunning piece of mid 20th Century oil painting, showing a family of elephants strolling through
Category
Vintage 1960s British Other Paintings and Screens
Materials
Canvas, Wood
H 45.67 in W 72.05 in D 1.58 in
"Winter holiday with an elephant"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Anatoly Kost “Winter holiday with an elephant”
2011 y. Canvas.Oil. Painting
Flat: 65/70 cm. Framed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
As An Elephant's Eye
By Allison Gildersleeve
Located in Dallas, TX
"Behind my canvases, collages, and drawings lies a singular proposition: places are not inert; they are repositories for all that passes through them. My work is an inquiry into the ...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Tears of a Striped Elephant
Located in Barcelona, BARCELONA
Oil painting on canvas.
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Contemporary California seascape Mendocino. Elephant Rock.
By Lynn Gertenbach
Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA
Lynn Gertenbach's "Elephant Rock, Mendocino, California" is an exquisite oil painting that captures
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Elephant on a Cone 74 X 82
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elephant on a Cone 74 X82
Oil on canvas
Joe Concra says " The paintings I create exist in a
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
A Still-Life Painting of a Ceramic Elephant and a Red Pillow by Francis Chapin
By Francis Chapin
Located in Chicago, IL
An amusing, ca. 1940, oil on board, still-life painting of a ceramic elephant and a red pillow by
Category
1940s American Modern Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Elephant in Profile: Playful Folk Art Oil on Canvas by Reginald Baxter (Canadian
By Reginald Baxter
Located in New York, NY
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This large oil on canvas, titled "Elephant," is a tongue-in-cheek homage to Victorian parlor paintings
Category
20th Century Canadian Paintings
Materials
Paint
H 46.75 in W 57.5 in D 3 in
Leopard, Panther, Lion, Elephant, Zebra, Rhino, Peaceable Kingdom
By Gustavo Novoa
Located in Miami, FL
artist's best work. This painting is masterfully rendered and designed with an interlocking composition
Category
1970s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
H 20 in W 23 in D 1 in
"African Elephant Walking, " Spencer Hodge, Safari Wildlife Animals, Realism
Located in New York, NY
Spencer Hodge (British, b. 1943)
African Elephant Walking
Oil on canvas
38 x 50 1/2 inches
Signed
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
circus rider, colorful circus interior woman and elephant bright cheerful happy
By Stephen Basso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
an early work by artist on canvas
Stephen Basso's highly original pastels and oil paintings are
Category
1980s Neo-Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
"Save The Elephants." Contemporary Mixed Media Neo Expressionist Painting
By Sax Berlin
Located in Brecon, Powys
A charging bull elephant is an image we are all familiar with, but we are increasingly only able to
Category
2010s Neo-Expressionist Mixed Media
Materials
Gold Leaf
Calling Mammoth, 2019
By Alexis Kandra
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Oil, xerox transfer, and blue and gold metal foil on wood panel
Animal painting, miniature oil
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Metal
Oil Painting "Elefantenherde" ( Elephant Flock ) by Rudolf Schulz-Borek, 1954
By Rudolph Schulz-Borek
Located in Berlin, DE
Oil on canvas, 1954 by Rudolf Schulz-Borek ( (1887 - 1983), Germany. Study for "Gefährlicher Wind
Category
1950s Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Circus Elephants American Modernism WPA Regionalism Mid-Century Modern Oil
Located in New York, NY
Circus Elephants American Modernism WPA Regionalism Mid-Century Modern Oil. Signed lower left.
Not
Category
1930s American Modern Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Huge Steve Kaufman Elephant Pop Art Painting Ganesha Original Oil Painting
By Steve Kaufman
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Artist: Steve Kaufman
Title: Elephant Power
Medium: Original Oil Painting on Screen print Canvas
Category
Late 20th Century Pop Art Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
H 41.25 in W 41.25 in D 2 in
Man & Elephant, large expressionist figurative oil painting of dream scene
By Michael Hafftka
Located in Adelaide, AU
additional 9 works to its collection in December 2018.
This mysterious painting of a man and an elephant was
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Elephants of Bekanir - Oil on Canvas - American
By Edwin Lord Weeks
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Oil on canvas
13 x 20 inches (33 x 51 cm)
Framed: 19¼ x 26 inches (48.9 x 66 cm)
This painting
Category
Late 19th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Elephant
By Roger Bole
Located in Chicago, IL
Superb painting of an elephant.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Elephant
By Daniel Cummings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
oil on canvas
Category
2010s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
LUANGWA ELEPHANTS
By Emily Lamb
Located in Petworth, GB
Huddled together in typical style, this sensitive painting portrays the beautiful elephants of the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
An Elephant Morning - Wildlife, Contemporary, Elephant, Realist
Located in London, GB
Wildlife painting
oil on panel
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 11.82 in W 11.82 in D 0.79 in
Elephant Ladder
By Beklan Kizilcay
Located in New York, NY
encouragement of his lecturers. He started his first oil painting in 1994 in a professional sense.
Having
Category
2010s Abstract Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Elephant Cactus II - Contemporary, 21st Century, Abstract, Landscape Painting
Located in Ventimiglia, Imperia
This Elephant Cactus is an ancestral structure that can be up 300 years old and 70 feet tall that
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Red Elephant on Yellow, oil on canvas, pin up, tattoo, modern, 21st century
By Chris Guest
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Red Elephant on Yellow, 2018
Oil on panel
48 × 35 4/5 in
122 × 91 cm
Comes perfectly framed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Elephant Bride Killing Machine
By Mie Yim
Located in Brooklyn, NY
artist's recent abstract paintings and drawings as the summer draws to a close and an exciting fall season
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Bowl Of Fruit And Elephant
Located in Manchester, GB
Bowl Of Fruit And Elephant
By Craig Jefferson Neac
Oil on panel
46 x 32cm
Category
1980s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
The Elephant in the Room
By Clive Head
Located in Boston, MA
Elephant in the Room recalls Head’s memories of a visit to New York with his wife Gaynor, and
Category
2010s Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Bowl of Fruit and Elephant
Located in Manchester, GB
Craig makes paintings and drawings that explore still life, figure and landscape subjects, seeking
Category
2010s Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
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You are likely to find exactly the oil painting elephant you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. In our selection of items, you can find Abstract examples as well as a Contemporary version. Finding the perfect oil painting elephant may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right oil painting elephant for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, black, gray and blue. An oil painting elephant from Paul wadsworth, Alexis Kandra, Nathan Neven, Anastasia Kurakina and David Caton — each of whom created distinctive versions of this kind of work — is worth considering. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
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- 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.
- 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. - Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 1stDibs 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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The world’s top designers explain how they display art to elicit the natural (and supernatural) energy of home interiors.
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Americans are rediscovering the globe-trotting painter and poet, who was connected to all sorts of art movements across a long and varied career.
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Despite the obstacles, the piece’s protagonist navigates the chaos without losing his humanity.