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"Sisters" Interior Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Dan McCaw's (US based) "Sisters" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts two abstracted
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Sisters, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Two small girls at the sea. Alla prima oil painting with few final tuches when dry. Beach Paintings
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sister Cherries, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
technique, trio, still life, classical, cuisine, oil painting, brownSister CherriesArt
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
Death Of My Sister’s House (Hummingbird, Portrait, Storytelling, Oil Painting)
By Joseph Broghammer
Located in Kansas City, MO
Joseph Broghammer
Death Of My Sister’s House (Hummingbird, Portrait, Storytelling, Oil Painting
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Black Beauties III ( Sisters ), Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Elena Done
Located in Yardley, PA
Two beautiful adolencses, maybe sisters, in a classical composition. What have happened to them a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Other Art Style Paintings
Materials
Oil
"SEVEN SISTERS, no. 1", Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Brooks Anderson
Located in Yardley, PA
cliff just after sunrise. There is a lovely breaking up of the horizontal structure of the painting in
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sisters, Modern Oil Painting by Sandu Liberman
By Sandu Liberman
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Sandu Liberman, Romanian/American (1923 - 1977)
Title: Sisters
Year: circa 1970
Medium: Oil
Category
1970s American Modern Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sisters of Mercy. Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting
By Sax Berlin
Located in Brecon, Powys
Sisters of Mercy - obviously women of great strength of character as painted by Master Artist Sax
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sisters, American Impressionist Mid Century Oil Painting
By Donald Roy Purdy
Located in Surfside, FL
preparations of painting surfaces through a method he keeps secret.
Purdy first began painting in an abstract
Category
Mid-20th Century American Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Framed 1930s Summer Mountain Landscape Oil Painting – Trees, Rocks, House
Located in Denver, CO
This captivating oil on board painting by Sister Mary Norbert, dated 1938, beautifully captures a
Category
1930s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 23.5 in W 29.25 in D 1 in
SISTER. original painting
Located in Zofingen, AG
In this oil painting, I've married realism with strokes of expressionism and impressionism to evoke
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Three Sisters, Oil Portrait Painting by Charles Lanier
By Charles Lanier
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Charles Lanier, French/American (1938 - )
Title: Three Sisters
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Category
1980s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 38.5 in W 48.5 in D 2 in
Les Soeurs (The Sisters), Oil Painting by Charles Levier
By Charles Levier
Located in Long Island City, NY
Les Soeurs (The Sisters)
Charles Levier, French (1920–2003)
Date: circa 1965
Oil on Canvas, signed
Category
1960s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Large Size Oil On Canvas Painting "Sisters"
Located in Pomona, CA
A large size oil on canvas painting of "Sisters." The artist is from Eastern Europe. Signed Karger
Category
Vintage 1960s American Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
The sisters young women original oil on canvas painting
By Ramón Aguilar Moré
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Frame size 98x117 cm.
Ramon Aguilar i Moré (Barcelona, 1924-Barcelona, September 23, 2015) was a Spanish painter. His work was influenced by the expressionist movement, although...
Category
1970s Fauvist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 31.89 in W 39.38 in
William Bodfish Oil Painting Titled "The Sister's Visit", Dated 1888
Located in New York, NY
imagination, the narrative of The Sister’s Visit combines with the painting’s wonderful formal qualities to
Category
1880s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Two Sisters (Vertical Monochromatic Blue Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas)
By Richard Britell
Located in Hudson, NY
oil painting on canvas
This large vertical blue monochromatic landscape oil painting imparts
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Brother and Sister - Scottish exhib. art 1918 portrait landscape oil painting
By Robert McGregor R.S.A
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous exhibited Scottish Impressionist portrait oil painting is by noted artist Robert
Category
1910s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of Sisters - British Edwardian art Newlyn School portrait oil painting
By Albert Chevallier Tayler
Located in London, GB
This superb British Edwardian portrait oil painting is attributed to noted Newlyn School artist
Category
Early 1900s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sister. 1991, canvas, oil, 100x70 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Sister. 1991, canvas, oil, 100x70 cm
Biruta Delle (born 1944.17.I)
studied in Latvia Art academy
Category
1990s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Pair of English Oil Paintings on Canvas, 'Sisters'
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A charming pair of late 18th English century oil paintings on canvas. Each painting portrays a
Category
Antique Early 18th Century English Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
Antique Impressionist Figural Oil painting Brother and Sister Together 1950's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
4037 Impressionist oil on canvas figural painting
Set in a custom wood frame image size 14.5x18.5"
Category
1950s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Irish Indian Contemporary artist painting Oil on Board Sisters Childhood Summers
Located in Norfolk, GB
Artist: Michelle Boyle (1967 - )
Title: Sisters In The Landscape
Medium: Oil on Panel
Date: 2024
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Michelle BoyleIrish Indian Contemporary artist painting Oil on Board Sisters Childhood Summers, 2024
H 9.85 in W 12.21 in D 1.19 in
Oil on Canvas Painting by H. Erde, Sisters
Located in North Miami, FL
This is truly a master work by this artist, which we cannot find more information about. The quality of the coloring and texture of this abstract portraiture is amazing! Framed in th...
Category
Vintage 1950s European Post-Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Sisters
Located in San Francisco, CA
This artwork "Sisters" c.1990 is an oil painting on canvas by noted British artist Brenda Burke, b
Category
Late 20th Century Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sisters
Located in San Francisco, CA
This artwork titled "Sisters" 1989, is an oil painting on canvas by noted Polish/American artist
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sisters of Rind, Nude Oil Painting on Canvas by Jan de Ruth
By Jan De Ruth
Located in Long Island City, NY
Sisters of Rind
Jan De Ruth, Czech (1922–1991)
Date: circa 1965
Oil on Canvas, signed lower right
Category
1960s American Impressionist Nude Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sisters
By Jackie Gordon
Located in New York, NY
Innocence of childhood. Portrait.
About the Artist:
My art is a visual recording of the powerful imagines that occur regularly in life, distilling them down and preserving the ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Three sisters. 1972, cardboard, oil, 17x9 cm
Located in Riga, LV
Three sisters. 1972, cardboard, oil, 17x9 cm
Atis Ievins (1946)
The exhibition by artist Atis
Category
1970s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Cardboard, Oil
Sisters
By Andrei Zadorine
Located in Atlanta, GA
using the medium of oil paint, he consciously endows his image choices with extra power and emotional
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Aesthetic Movement Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Portrait of Two Sisters in a Landscape - British 19th century art oil painting
By Margaret Sarah Carpenter
Located in London, GB
century portrait oil painting. Painted circa 1840 it is a three quarter length portrait of a two sisters
Category
1840s Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Craft Sisters
By Jove Wang
Located in Pasadena, CA
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Artist Statement
“This painting captures a tender moment of Western country life, where two sisters are
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
English School 19th Century Oil - A Loving Sister
Located in Corsham, GB
This intimate portrait captures a tender moment between a young girl and her baby sister. The baby
Category
19th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
1930's Large French Oil Painting Twin Sisters in Yellow Blouses in Interior
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Jean & Janet
French School, circa 1930
oil on canvas, unframed
Canvas: 26 x 20 inches
Provenance
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Antique California Portrait Oil Painting of Sisters by Wanda Neumann
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Oil On Canvas, Wood Frame
Style: California Realism
Category
Vintage 1920s American Other Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Six sisters / Oil pastel / 50 x 70 cm
Located in Kraków, Województwo małopolskie
Painting from the cycle "Zychany". Framed in Passe-Partout and a beautiful red lacquered wooden
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel
Brother Sister
By Pierre Lavarenne
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist: Pierre Lavarenne (French, born 1928)
Title: Brother Sister
Year: Circa 1975
Medium
Category
Late 20th Century Academic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil Portrait of Child and Baby Sisters Playing
By John George Brown
Located in Fredericksburg, VA
This beautiful oil on canvas painting of two sisters playing by the famous American Artist John G
Category
Late 19th Century Hudson River School Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Seven Sisters
By Sarah Olson
Located in New York, NY
oil on wood panel, 8"x10"
Sarah Olson explores the beginning of life and the creation of the world
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
Two Sisters
By Steven J. Levin
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Two Sisters" is a contemporary realist painting of two young women sitting at a bar. One sister
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sister Loveth
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
The artwork "Sister Loveth" by Gobe Joseph is a stunning piece that captures the elegance and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Sainted Sister
By Peter Helck
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Board
Signature: Signed Lower Left
Cosmopolitan Magazine, 1940
Category
1940s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Board, Oil
In a Boston park with my father and sister 1960s, Oil Painting on Canvas
By Caoimhghin Ó Croidheáin
Located in Yardley, PA
This is a beautiful one-of-a-kind original impressionist painting. The piece ships ready to hang
Category
2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Contemporary . Large size. Vertical . Oil on canvas. "Nude.Sisters"
Located in Oslo, NO
of intimacy and openness in a relationship with a sister.
This painting is the winner of the 41
Category
2010s Contemporary Nude Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
H 45.67 in W 38.59 in D 0.79 in
Creek Bend, Sister Bay - Blue Cloudy Skies Over River, Original Oil Painting
By Ahzad Bogosian
Located in Chicago, IL
Ahzad Bogosian
Creek Bend, Sister Bay
acrylic on canvas
60h x 24w in
152.40h x 60.96w cm
Framed
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Bernadette Kelly (b.1933) - 20th Century Oil, The Sisters
By Bernadette Kelly
Located in Corsham, GB
Unsigned. On board.
Category
20th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sister of the Moon
Located in Bozeman, MT
“Birdie Hall (b 1994) is an artist based in Montana. Her paintings, etchings, drawings, and soft
Category
2010s Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Three Sisters: large abstract expressionist figural painting & breast feeding
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
painting. "Three Sisters" is likely among the last large-scale canvases Tiberino completed, opting to work
Category
1980s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sister Midnight - Contemporary Abstract Pattern Landscape Painting Blue, 2021
By Gabe Brown
Located in Kent, CT
In this contemporary oil painting in linen mounted on panel, carefully ordered patterns, geometric
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Panel
"The Fabulous Monroe Sisters" Large Oil & Acrylic on canvas 46x66
By Ceravolo
Located in Southampton, NY
1stdibs is offering to collectors
We are excited to present this original oil and acrylic painting on
Category
2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
H 46 in W 66 in D 2 in
The “Troublet” Sisters
Located in Genève, GE
Work on paper mounted on canvas
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Sisters of Astral Lights" - Horizontal planet painting in autumn colors.
By Kathleen Cammarata
Located in Miami, FL
sharing light and space.
Oil on canvas.
Note: The painting shown on the wall may not be proportional to
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Sisters By Soul
By Martina Niederhauser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
their inner thoughts and outward expressions. By creating layered mixed media paintings, Niederhauser
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Oil, Acrylic, Gouache, Archival Paper
Portraits of two sisters
Located in BELEYMAS, FR
Bernard GAILLOT
(Versailles 1780 – Paris, 1847)
Portraits of two sisters
Pair of oil on canvas
H
Category
1810s French School Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"SUN SISTERS" FLOWER GARDEN
By Maureen Tarazon
Located in San Antonio, TX
Maureen Tarazon
(1934-)
San Antonio Artist
Image Size: 16 x 20
Frame Size: 21 x 25
Medium: Oil
2023
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Blood Sisters, Paperback Cover
By Ron Lesser
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Date: 1990
Medium: Oil on Board
Dimensions: 19.00" x 11.50"
Signature: Signed Middle Right
Cover
Category
1990s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Colorful, Faux-Naïf Painting by Adam Handler 'Sisters in Miami'
By Adam Handler
Located in White Plains, NY
'Sisters in Miami' by Adam Handler, 2024. Oil stick and acrylic on canvas, 42 x 52 in. This
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Crayon, Acrylic
Sisters in the Garden
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
"Sisters in the Garden," created by Abiodun Nafiu Azeez, is a heartwarming and evocative artwork
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Walking with Big Sister
By Dorothea Sharp
Located in Belgravia, London, London
Oil on board
Board size: 13 x 16 inches
Framed size: 18.25 x 21.25 inches
Signed with initials
Category
20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Large oil from 1902 - German school - Portrait of Sisterly love - Sisters Family
Located in Aartselaar, BE
Sweet and large oil painting "Sisterly love" signed and dated 1902 by August Algermissen
The
Category
Early 20th Century Romantic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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On 1stDibs, there are several options of oil painting sisters available for sale. Finding the ideal Contemporary, Impressionist or Modern examples of these works for your living room, whether you’re looking for small- or large-size pieces, is no easy task — start by shopping our selection today. 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. If you’re looking to add oil painting sisters that pop against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of gray, brown, black, blue and more. Anastasia Pelias, Henry Barraud, Daisy Patton, Adrienne Stein and Andre Kohn took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and fabric, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
How Much are Oil Painting Sisters?
The average selling price for oil painting sisters we offer is $5,201, while they’re typically $375 on the low end and $215,000 for the highest priced.
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Cave walls were the canvases for what were arguably the world’s first landscape paintings, which depict natural scenery through art. Portrait paintings and drawings, which, along with sculpture, were how someone’s appearance was recorded prior to the advent of photography, are at least as old as Ancient Egypt. In the Netherlands, landscapes were a major theme for painters as early as the 1500s. Later, artists in Greece, Rome and elsewhere created vast wall paintings to decorate stately homes, churches and tombs.
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Questions About Oil Painting Sisters
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs 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. - 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.
- 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 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 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.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 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.
- 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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