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King of the Jungle, Large Impressionist Oil Painting of a Lion
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
King of the Jungle, Large Impressionist Oil Painting of a Lion
British School, late 20th Century
Category
20th Century Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
17th Century Oil Painting of a Lion with Putti
Located in Münster, DE
Painting "Three putti playing with a lion", Italy, late 17th century, oil on canvas, framed
Category
Antique Late 17th Century Italian Baroque Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Original, French Painting of a Recumbent Lion
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully painted, oil-on-panel of a recumbent lion in its original, gilded wood frame.
Category
19th Century Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Lion cub, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Yue Zeng
Located in Yardley, PA
A lion cub stands in grassy field under sunset light. :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
"The Ocean's Lions", Oil painting
By Lindsey Kustusch
Located in Denver, CO
Lindsey Kustusch’s (US based) "The Ocean's Lions" is an original, handmade oil painting that
Category
2010s Photorealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Oil Painting of African Lions by Maitland-Smith
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Oil painting on board of African lions in tropical settings. Presented in a bronze frame with
Category
Late 20th Century Barbizon School Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Italian School of the 17th Century : Saint Jerome with a Lion - Oil Painting
Located in Paris, IDF
Italy : Venetian school of the 17th century
Saint Jerome wit a Lion, circa 1620
Oil on panel
Category
Early 17th Century Academic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th Century English Coaching Scene Oil Painting Horse Carriages outside Tavern
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Black Lion Hotel
English artist, late 19th century
(double sided painting with a hunting scene
Category
19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Original, French Painting of a Recumbent Lion
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully painted, oil-on-panel picture of a recumbent lion in its original, gilded wood frame
Category
Antique 19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Oil Painting - Lions in a Savannah Landscape - Paul Daxhelet
By Paul Daxhelet
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful oil painting, lions in an African savannah landscape. Nice composition with a special
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Original Playboy Artist Leo Jansen Oil Painting of a Nude Girl With a Lion
By Leo Jansen
Located in Tustin, CA
unusual Leo Jansen painting as I have never seen one with a lion. This painting exudes softness and light
Category
Vintage 1970s American Other Paintings
Materials
Paint
Original Oil Painting LIONS in a Modernist Illustration Mod Naive Graphic Style
Located in Surfside, FL
, Germany
1977 Forum Gallery, New York, NY
1978 Forum Gallery, “Fourteen Still Life Paintings: A New York
Category
1960s Pop Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
Resting Lion Painting Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Renaissance style (20th Century) portrait of a lion lying down and looking back at his tail
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
A Lion and a Lioness in a Landscape
By William Huggins
Located in London, GB
William Huggins (1820 - 1884)
A lion and a lioness in a landscape
Oil on panel
Signed and dated
Category
Mid-19th Century Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Power Lion-original modern photo realism wildlife oil painting-contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
, "Lion" is not just a painting but a commanding statement piece that demands attention and reverence
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 50.01 in W 50.01 in D 0.99 in
"Jockey, Wife, & Lion" Modern Naturalistic Figurative Portrait Oil Painting
Located in Houston, TX
Modern naturalistic portrait painting by well-known Houston-based artist Herb Mears. The work
Category
20th Century Naturalistic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
H 53.13 in W 59 in D 1.5 in
Lion in Botswana, Oil Painting, 40 x 30 Oil, Southeastern Wildlife Exhibition
Located in Houston, TX
Botswana. The group trekked for about 45 minutes and then the guides came up and this beautiful lion and
Category
2010s American Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Butterfly Kisses for You #6" - Oil on Linen Contemporary Lion Painting
By Brian Keith Stephens
Located in Denver, CO
Brian Keith Stephens' "Butterfly Kisses for You #6" (2018) is an original, handmade oil painting
Category
2010s Impressionist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Lion of Delos
By Freeman Baldridge
Located in Storrs, CT
Oil on canvas of one of the lions from The Terrace of the Lions, Delos, Greece. Canvas measures 30
Category
1960s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Heraldic Lion 19th Century Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique oil on canvas depiction of a Lion in rampant pose. One of four similar panels removed
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Waterloo Battlefield with 3 Monuments - Butte du Lion, Antique Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Battlefield of Waterloo
English School, 19th century
original oil painting on canvas, framed
Category
Early 19th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
The Lion's Walk - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Corvengi
Located in Barcelona, Catalonia
Oil on canvas
“Everything that surrounds me affects me. Memories, politics, nature, people, a dry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
“The Lion Cries”, Hyper-realist Symbolist Blue and Green Map Oil Painting
By Andrée Bars
Located in Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Named "The lion cries", this hyper-realist oil painting on lin canvas by Andrée Bars invokes our
Category
2010s Symbolist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 11.82 in W 11.82 in D 0.79 in
Study of Lions
Located in New Orleans, LA
experienced a significant shift from photo-based paintings of retail interiors to fantastical figurative
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Wood Panel, Oil
Portrait of a Pekingese dog, oil painting on canvas by A. Schrotter 20th c.
Located in Gavere, BE
Portrait of a Pekingese dog, oil painting on canvas by A. Schrotter 20th c.
History of the
Category
1920s Other Art Style Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 1.58 in
Modern American Lion and The Female Slayer Figurative , Lion oil on Canvas
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5014 Large American Modernist oil on canvas of a woman and a large lion
Unframed
Signed Lisa
Category
1980s Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 31.5 in W 23.5 in D 1 in
Stoic Lion /// African Wildlife Safari Big Cat Animal Art Portrait Oil Painting
By Adolf Sehring
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
*Signed by Sehring lower right
Circa: 1990
Medium: Original Oil Painting on Canvas
Reference: No. 1358
Category
1990s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Oil
Maurice Asselin (1882-1947) A Bunch of flowers, Signed oil painting
By Maurice Asselin
Located in Paris, FR
Maurice Asselin (1882-1947)
A Bunch of pansies and nasturtiums
Signed lower left
Oil on canvas
In
Category
1930s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Maurice Asselin (1882-1947) A Bouquet of anemones, Signed oil painting
By Maurice Asselin
Located in Paris, FR
)
Oil on canvas
In good condition
21 x 28 cm
Framed : 27 x 34cm
Maurice Asselin particularly enjoyed
Category
1930s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Tiananmen Lion, " Oil on Canvas
Located in Chicago, IL
This painting, like most of Ren Hui’s exquisite artworks, celebrates his subjects using a style
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pointillist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
The Triumph of Bacchus, a large oil painting by Ferdinand Leeke
Located in London, GB
The Triumph of Bacchus, a large oil painting by Ferdinand Leeke
Oil-on-canvas, German, 1918
Frame
Category
1910s Romantic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 175 in W 227 in D 10 in
"A Lush Spring" (Abstract Statuesque Lion, Rich Color Palette, Painting on Wood)
By Nicholas Evans
Located in Paris, IDF
, Painting on Wood)
Playful optimism. “A Lush Spring” is created using a rich color palette of oil stick
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic, Wood
Nicholas Evans"A Lush Spring" (Abstract Statuesque Lion, Rich Color Palette, Painting on Wood), 2021
H 21.07 in W 20.87 in D 0.3 in
Bellerofonte e la Chimera Oil Painting on Canvas Lion Dragon Mythology In Stock
By Giovanni Tommasi Ferroni
Located in Utrecht, NL
Bellerofante e la Chimera Oil Painting on Canvas Lion Dragon Mythology In Stock - Size without
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Love and tenderness. Lions. Original painting Volskaya
Located in Zofingen, AG
Love and tenderness. Lions.The original painting of the Volsky Lily. Beautiful animalstics
Category
2010s American Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 11.82 in W 7.88 in D 0.79 in
Vintage Lion Portrait, English Oil Painting, Victorian Pine, Anthropomorphic Art
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage lion portrait. An English, oil painting on reclaimed Victorian pine, dating to
Category
Late 20th Century British Paintings
Materials
Pine
H 43.31 in W 29.34 in D 1.19 in
Guardian of the Shrine -, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Japanese Komainu is like a lion and dog shape animal and is dedicated to the shrine which is also
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Knock - you will open, Contemporary Art, Original oil Painting, One of a Kind
Located in Granada Hills, CA
beautifully crafted world with our oil painting "Knock - you will open". The detailed and photorealistic image
Category
2010s Photorealist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lions
By Geza Vastagh
Located in Houston, TX
Vastagh, Geza (1866-1919) Well listed Hungarian artist. Unsigned 22 x 28. Oil on canvas, depicting
Category
Early 20th Century Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mountain Lions of LA - Nature Inspired Painting Animal Trees Gray Gold, 2022
By Francine Fox
Located in Kent, CT
green pine tree. In this oil painting with mica powder, Francine Fox's excellent use of material allow
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Mica
Mexican Whimsical Folk Art Lion Painting Animalia
By Jose Maria de Servin
Located in Surfside, FL
Painting on burlap by Jose Maria de Servin of an Abstract Naive Lion animal using bright colors and
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Burlap, Oil
Henri Maïk "Les trois freres" oil/canvas of Lion Cubs Birds Flowers 1982 FRENCH
By Henri Maik
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
An oil on canvas by HENRI MAIK (French) titled "Les trois freres" depicts a Lion, Lion Cubs, Birds
Category
1980s Post-Modern Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Stone Lion
Located in London, GB
painting is a duality of strength and stillness. Explored through the compositions stoic stone lion; angled
Category
20th Century Modern Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Lion.King.
Located in Zofingen, AG
nobility of existence and the silent wisdom carried in the gaze of the king of beasts. This painting
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lion Portrait
By Florence Cadene
Located in Pasadena, CA
since her early childhood her predilection for drawing and painting. She incorporates at 16 the School
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lion Cub
By Florence Cadene
Located in Pasadena, CA
since her early childhood her predilection for drawing and painting. She incorporates at 16 the School
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Lions Den
By George Stubbs
Located in Stoke, Hampshire
Circle of George Stubbs
The Lions Den
Oil on canvas
Canvas Size 11 x 14 1/2 in
Framed Size 17 x 21
Category
18th Century Old Masters Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Looking Up, Oil Painting
By Jan Fontecchio Perley
Located in San Francisco, CA
studio in her home in Idaho.Words that describe this painting: cougar, mountain lion, puma
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Autumn Glow at Art Institute of Chicago, Oil Painting
By Yangzi Xu
Located in San Francisco, CA
, street light, street, shadow, architecture, impressionism, travel, oil painting, beigeAutumn
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Contemporary Oil on Canvas Painting in Wooden Frame 24K Gold Leaf 'Wounded Lion'
By Alexander's Collection, Andrew Ryabov
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Contemporary Oil on Canvas Painting in Wooden Frame 24K Gold Leaf 'Wounded Lion'
An incredible and
Category
Early 2000s Montenegrin International Style Paintings
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 39.77 in W 44.1 in D 1.19 in
Large 19th C Italian Venetian Oil Painting w/ Murano Beads & St. Mark’s Lion
Located in Katonah, NY
Venetian Workers' Society), this oil painting is a rare blend of craftsmanship and cultural heritage
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Paintings
Materials
Glass, Wood
"Shadow's Edge" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
. Painted in 2022, this oil on canvas piece stretches across dimensions of 60 x 72 x 3 inches, bringing to
Category
2010s Photorealist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The attack of the lion, Orientalist. Oil on canvas. 19th century. Signed.
Located in Madrid, ES
The attack of the lion, Orientalist. Oil on canvas. XIX century.
Signed in the lower left area
Category
Antique 19th Century European Neoclassical Revival Paintings
Materials
Other
H 28.35 in W 19.3 in D 2.37 in
Raw, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Raw, oil on canvas, 100 x 100 x 2 cm Raw, untamed, free. I am wild, I am strength. I will face
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Cradle of the First People, Painting, Oil on Wood Panel
By Irina Pushkareva
Located in Yardley, PA
This is an original, one-of-a-kind painting on 0.9 (2.4 cm) thick wood panel done in oil. My
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 24 in W 18 in D 0.8 in
Antique Oil Painting Three Terrier Puppies Dogs In a Stable With a Caged Rat
By George Armfield
Located in Portland, OR
A wonderful & whimsical 19th century oil on panel painting of puppies in a farm stable, by the
Category
1860s Victorian Animal Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
H 13.5 in W 15.25 in D 2 in
19th Century Historical military oil painting of Wellington at Waterloo
By Abraham Cooper
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
of Sturminster Marshall; The Parker Gallery, London
A dramatic oil painting by Abraham Cooper
Category
19th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
H 16.5 in W 20.75 in D 1.75 in
Maurice Asselin (1882-1947) A Bunch of flowers in a vase, Signed oil on canvas
By Maurice Asselin
Located in Paris, FR
Maurice Asselin (1882-1947)
A Bunch of flowers in a vase
Signed lower left
Oil on canvas
In good
Category
1930s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Study Of Lions, 19th Century by M C FEHR (German)
Located in Blackwater, GB
before their den, oil on canvas by M C Fehr. Excellent quality and condition early study of a Lion and
Category
19th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
William Huggins - 19th Century British Oil painting of Hens and Cockerel
By William Huggins
Located in London, GB
WILLIAM HUGGINS
(1820-1884)
Cockerel and Hens
Signed and dated l.r.: W Huggins 1880
Oil on board
Category
Late 19th Century Realist Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sunrise, Port San Luis, Oil Painting
By Jesse Aldana
Located in San Francisco, CA
, serenity, panoramic, calm, peaceful, rock, water, seascape, realism, oil painting, blueSunrise
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
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Oil Painting Of A Lion For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate oil painting of a lion for your needs in our varied inventory. You can easily find an example made in the Abstract style, while we also have 2 Abstract versions to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect oil painting of a lion among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those made as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right oil painting of a lion is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes brown, gray, black and beige. There have been many interesting oil painting of a lion examples over the years, but those made by Leslie Luverne Anderson, Emily Burling Waite, Agnija Germane, Ken Gun Min and Walt Kuhn are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and canvas, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
How Much is a Oil Painting Of A Lion?
The average selling price for an oil painting of a lion we offer is $2,450, while they’re typically $1,550 on the low end and $145,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Oil Painting Of A Lion
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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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