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Antique Oil Painting of Soldiers and Woman on the Street
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique oil painting of soldiers and woman on the street. Oil on board. Framed.
Category
Late 19th Century Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
"Military Joy" - Oil Painting of Soldiers of the Kingdom of Croatia-Slavonia
Located in Pasadena, CA
The painting "Military Joy" offers a poignant testimonial into a moment in history, capturing the
Category
Early 20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 26.75 in W 40 in D 3 in
French Victorian Oil Painting of a Soldier
Located in Queens, NY
French Victorian gilt framed oil painting of soldier with horn and rifle (signed RIGAMY).
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Military WW1 oil painting of French & German Soldiers
By Paul Emile Léon Perboyre
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in ready to hang gallery
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 26.25 in W 30.75 in D 2.25 in
19th Century historical military oil painting of a roundhead soldier
By Ernest Crofts
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
.
Condition: As with all of our original antique oil paintings, this work is offered in ready to hang gallery
Category
19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
H 19.5 in W 17 in D 2.75 in
Pair of 19th Century military oil paintings of volunteer rifle soldiers
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
Henry Howard Harris
British, (1829-1901)
Volunteer Rifle Soldiers by a Country House & Companion
Oil on
Category
19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 26.25 in W 37.25 in D 3.25 in
Military Encampment Soldiers on Horseback Dusk Landscape 1700's Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Military Encampment
Circle of Carel van Falens (1683-1733, Flemish)
oil on canvas, unframed
Category
Early 18th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
French 19th Century Oil on Canvas Painting of Soldier with His Horse
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A charming, signed and dated 1883, oil on canvas painting of a soldier and his horse in period
Category
Late 19th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Jean Hanssens Oil Painting of a Belgian Soldier, 1916
Located in New York, NY
Oil on canvas portrait of a Belgian soldier with a rifle by Jean Hanssens (French, 19th-20th
Category
20th Century French Paintings
Materials
Paint
Portrait of a Soldier - British 19th century art military portrait oil painting
Located in London, GB
three quarter length portrait of a soldier by a brick wall and window with bars. The soldier or
Category
19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Original Christian Sell Oil Painting on Panel of Soldiers in Battle
By Christien Sell
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This well executed original oil painting on wood panel was done by Christian Sell the Younger in
Category
Antique Late 19th Century German Early Victorian Paintings
Materials
Wood
Original Christian Sell Oil Painting on Panel of Soldiers in Battle
By Christien Sell
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This well executed original oil painting on wood panel was done by Christian Sell the Younger in
Category
Antique Late 19th Century German Early Victorian Paintings
Materials
Wood
Oil on Canvas of a Toy Soldier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oil on canvas of a toy soldier.
Category
Late 20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Iver Rose Oil Painting of a Clown Soldier
By Iver Rose
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Vintage MCM Iver Rose oil painting of a clown soldier
Additional information:
Materials: oil
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Wood
Pair, Oil on Canvas Paintings of Calvary Soldiers Encampment, Austria circa 1750
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair, Original oil on canvas paintings with calvary soldiers near encampment. Unsigned, brass
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Austrian Paintings
Materials
Brass
H 15 in W 18.25 in D 1.5 in
Martyrdom of Saint by Bow & Arrow in Woods Roman Soldiers, French Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: French School, early/ mid 20th century
Title: Martyrdom of a Saint
Medium: oil
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Embalming - Civil War Surgical Re-Enactment Painting of Injured Soldier on Table
By William Blake (b. 1991)
Located in Chicago, IL
the field to the hospital. This painting depicts that soldier as his leg is amputated. Clara Barton
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Linen
Soldier's Pride, House of Kuppenheimer Advertisement
By Joseph Christian Leyendecker
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Signature: n/a
Soldier's Pride was created as a component of Kuppenheimer's
Category
1910s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Union - A Group of Uniformed Soldiers Standing in an Open Field, Oil on Linen
By William Blake (b. 1991)
Located in Chicago, IL
history painting, Blake uses oil and linen to depict US Marines’ reenacting the 1922 Marine Corps at the
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Portrait of a Roman Soldier in Head Gear and with Spear 1950's French Oil Paint
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Roman Soldier
French artist, mid 20th century
oil on canvas, unframed
canvas: 24 x 20 inches
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Watercolor Portrait of a Soldier in a Large Black Frame
Located in Pasadena, CA
-quarter head depiction of a middle-aged soldier. The soldier wears a helmet, a symbol of resilience and
Category
Mid-20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Early 20th Century Old Civil War Soldier Portrait of Honor
Located in Soquel, CA
Wonderful turn of the century oil portrait of old civil war soldier circa 1900, by an unknown
Category
1890s American Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
Salud Johnny - Inspirational Portrait of a Lone Soldier Staring Out at Viewer
By William Blake (b. 1991)
Located in Chicago, IL
William Blake’s oil painting asks us to perceive the powerful layers of history that shape both art
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
American Victorian Union Soldier Portrait
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian oval mahogany framed oil painting portrait of Union soldier.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Paintings
Materials
Mahogany
'Marchande de Fleurs' a Parisian street scene with soldier, figures & flowercart
By Victor Gabriel Gilbert
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
'Marchande de Fleurs' a Parisian street scene with soldier, figures & beautiful flower-cart
Category
19th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
GREEK SOLDIER (CORPORAL OF THE IRREGULARS)
Located in Roma, RM
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The Corporal ofthe Irregulars, is an unpublished painting in which the soldier wears the typical
Category
19th Century Romantic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Laid Paper
Medium Sized Contemporary American Oil of Antique/Toy Soldiers and Army Men
Located in Fort Worth, TX
paintings, prints, and sculptures.
Exhibiting throughout Texas and the United States, his work has been
Category
2010s American Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 30 in W 40 in D 2.5 in
Portrait of the Cardinal-Infante Ferdinand of Austria as soldier
Located in Greven, DE
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Oil on canvas, 48 x 58 cm
Cardinal-Infante Ferdinand was Governor of the Spanish Netherlands
Category
18th Century and Earlier Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Soldiers at an opening in the Great Wall of China
By Winckworth Allan Gay
Located in San Francisco, CA
Signed and dated l/l: W. Allan Gay 1883
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Study for the ceiling of Musee du Louvre - Portrait of a soldier of Napoléon
Located in BELEYMAS, FR
Louvre:
“The Expedition to Egypt under the orders of Bonaparte”
Sketch in oil on canvas in the middle of
Category
1830s French School Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Portrait of Garibaldinian Soldier - Oil Painting - 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
colored oil painting.
Includes gilded frame.
A rare portrait of a Garibaldino, a volunteer participating
Category
19th Century Modern Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 11.03 in W 8.59 in D 0.79 in
1907 Oil Painting of a Soldier
By Claus Meyer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully painted, oil-on-board portrait of a German soldier in regalia holding a brass bugle by
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Paintings
Materials
Wood
HUGE 17th CENTURY OLD MASTER OIL PAINTING - EXTENSIVE BATTLE SCENE MANY SOLDIERS
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Courtois.
Title: The Battle.
Medium: oil painting on canvas, framed
Size: canvas: 30 x 40 inches, framed
Category
Mid-17th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique Pair of Oil Paintings on Canvas of Soldiers in Uniform
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Transporting pair of 19th century oil paintings on canvas depicting two young 18th century soldiers
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Late 19th Century historical oil painting of a Cavalier soldier
By Stephen Lewin
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
Stephen Lewin
British, (1848-1909)
A Siesta
Oil on canvas, signed & dated 1901
Image size: 12.75
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Group Of Soldiers, Sketch, Oil On Canvas
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Group of soldiers.
Oil on canvas, sketch.
Countersigned Beaunier on the back.
A very slight
Category
20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Oil on Canvas of a Theatrical Soldier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oil on canvas portrait of a theatrical soldier. Signed and dated 1916. Walnut frame.
Category
Early 20th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
The Wounded Cuirassier - 19th Century Military Oil Painting of Cavalry Soldier
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘The Wounded Cuirassier’ by Gustave Wappers (1803-1874).
The painting – which depicts a fallen
Category
Mid-19th Century Romantic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Pair of Oil Paintings on Canvas of Soldiers in Uniform
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Transporting pair of 19th century oil paintings on canvas depicting two young 18th century soldiers
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Antique Oil Painting on Canvas of a Soldier in Uniform
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Transporting 19th century oil painting on canvas depicting a young 18th century soldier or
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Victorian Paintings
Materials
Paint
Julien Le Blant Military Oil Painting on Panel of Soldiers
Located in Shippensburg, PA
JULIEN LE BLANT (FRENCH, 1851-1936) ANTIQUE PAINTING ON PANEL
"Le Billet de Logement" c. 1890
Category
Antique 19th Century French Romantic Paintings
Materials
Panel
19th Century Oil Painting of a “16th Century Pikeman” Soldier's Portrait
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A very finely painted antique portrait painting, the work depicts an aged soldier in a wrinkled and
Category
Antique 19th Century Paintings
Materials
Paint
Framed Early 20th Century Oil - Portrait of a British Soldier
Located in Corsham, GB
A striking portrait of a British WWI soldier in uniform. The artist has depicted the handsome man
Category
20th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th Century Italian Oil Painting on Canvas Portrait of a Official Soldier
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Refined oil painting on canvas from an important collection of portraits. Portrait of a official
Category
Antique 1870s Italian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 22.05 in W 18.12 in D 2.76 in
17th Century, Dutch Oil on Canvas Painting with the Pay of Soldiers
Located in IT
17th century, Dutch oil on canvas painting with the pay of soldiers
Probably Dutch painter of the
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century European Baroque Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Vintage Original Oil on Board of Smiling Soldier
Located in west palm beach, FL
Fantastic vintage original oil on board. A fab composition of a smiling female Navy soldier. Sure
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Paint
Early 19th Century Oil Painting of a Child Dressed as a Military Soldier
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
An early 19th century oil on canvas depicting a child dressed as a soldier, the painting dates from
Category
Antique 19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 36.62 in W 31.5 in D 1.97 in
Triumphant - 19th Century Oil, Figure of Soldier in Landscape by Paul Grolleron
By Paul (Louis Narcisse) Grolleron
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
A fantastic painting by Paul Grolleron depicting a soldier in the throes of victory on top of a
Category
Late 19th Century Academic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Ramparts - Inspiration Portrait of a Lone Soldier Staring Out at Viewer, Oil
By William Blake (b. 1991)
Located in Chicago, IL
William Blake’s oil painting asks us to perceive the powerful layers of history that shape both art
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Mabel B. Messer (1874-1950) - Oil, Portrait of a Young Military Soldier
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming portrait of a young soldier of of uniform. Signed to the lower right. Presented in a
Category
Early 20th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of a French Zouave Soldier
Located in Houston, TX
Lovely realist portrait painting of a French Zouave soldier in his blue coat and red pants by
Category
1880s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil on Canvas, sacrifice of soldiers of Hernán Cortés, colonial sch 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Oil on canvas "sacrifice of soldiers of Hernán Cortés (La Noche Triste)" Colonial school, XVII
Category
Antique 17th Century South American Baroque Paintings
Materials
Other
H 24.02 in W 30.32 in D 1.97 in
Large Naive Oil on Canvas of Boy Dressed as a Soldier
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Large Naïve oil on canvas of a young boy in military uniform, the artist has captured his pride
Category
Early 20th Century French Paintings
“Paratrooper” Modern Abstract Impressionist Figurative Portrait of Soldier
By Luis Eades
Located in Houston, TX
.
Dimensions Without Frame: H 24 in. x W 32 in.
Artist Biography:
Luis Eades was a professor of painting at the
Category
1950s Abstract Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 26 in W 34 in D 0.5 in
17th Century Unknown Artist Portrait of Spanish Soldier, Antique Oil on Canvas
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful oil painting on canvas 17th century not signed. Excellent pictorial quality. The portrait
Category
Antique 1680s Italian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 25.2 in W 19.3 in D 0.79 in
Paul Louis Grolleron Painting French Soldiers, circa 1875
By Paul Grolleron
Located in Fulton, CA
Original 19th century oil painting of French Soldiers by Paul Louis Grolleron (French 1848-1901
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
[Bruce Sargeant (1898-1938)] Portrait of a Young Soldier
By Mark Beard
Located in New York, NY
Oil on canvas
Signed in red, u.l.
11 x 8.5 inches, canvas size
13.5 x 11 inches in distressed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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Louis Braun (1836 - 1916) . A study of French soldier, ca. 1870
Located in Firenze, IT
Louis Braun (1836 - 1916) - a study of a dead French soldier, ca. 1870
Technique: oil on canvas
Category
1870s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
H 14.97 in W 19.69 in D 1.19 in
"The Butlers Diary (Gossip)" portrait of a man with hundreds of soldiers in back
Located in Edgartown, MA
plan after that was to set up an atelier in Paris and spend my days painting the pretty and elongated
Category
2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Oil on Canvas "Tin Soldiers (and Nixon Comming)" by Enrique "Kico" Govantes
By Enrique Kico Govantes
Located in Lambertville, NJ
country seemed frozen by the harsh Federal response. The black faceless frozen figures in this painting
Category
20th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas
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On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate oil painting of soldier for your needs in our varied inventory. Find Abstract versions now, or shop for Abstract creations for a more modern example of these cherished works. Finding the perfect oil painting of soldier may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right oil painting of soldier 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. There have been many interesting oil painting of soldier examples over the years, but those made by Mark Beard, Paul Emile Léon Perboyre, Cyrus Afsary, William Blake and Luis Eades are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Artworks like these — often created in oil paint, paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.
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An oil painting of soldier can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $3,950, while the lowest priced sells for $737 and the highest can go for as much as $139,000.
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- 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.
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- 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, 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.
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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.
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- 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.
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- 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. - 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.
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- 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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Despite the obstacles, the piece’s protagonist navigates the chaos without losing his humanity.