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River Thames at Leigh by Moonlight - 19th Century Oil Painting of London 1851
By Henry Pether
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘The River Thames at Leigh by Moonlight’ by Henry Pether (1800-1880).
The painting is signed by
Category
1850s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Between Guests, Tower of London, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Terry Guyer
Located in Yardley, PA
." I worked on the painting for several months building up to 25 layers of translucent and opaque oil
Category
2010s Photorealist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil Painting Pair by Edward Fletcher "The Pool of London"
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting Pair by Edward Fletcher "The Pool of London" 1857 - 1945 Edward Fletcher was a painter
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 13 in W 15 in D 2 in
Landscape of Fall Colors Near London, Arkansas, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Rachael Florence
Located in Yardley, PA
. The piece attempts to capture the glow of a sunny crisp fall afternoon. This painting is oil on
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Important 18th Century Royal Academy Oil Painting of Georgian London Festival
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
masterpiece, the painting was exhibited at the Royal Academy in London in 1788. The street festival of St
Category
1780s Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Streets of London" (2023) by Clyde Steadman, Original Cityscape Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
"Streets of London" by Clyde Steadman (United States) is a handmade cityscape painting that is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Landscape, 1950s Oil Painting. Friend of John Minton in Soho, London
By Robert Frame
Located in Kingsclere, GB
Landscape, oil on canvas painting by Robert Frame,1959 circa
Additional information:
oil on canvas
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Richmond Morning, London Cityscape, London Architecture, Paintings of Bridges
Located in Deddington, GB
This painting was inspired by a lovely sunrise at Richmond Bridge in London. It was created using
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 37.01 in W 27.37 in D 1.19 in
British, 19th Century oil painting of nannies in Green Park, London
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Paul Maitland (British, 1863 – 1909)
Nannies in Green Park, before Piccadilly, London
Oil on panel
Category
19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
H 7.63 in W 11.38 in D 1 in
Sunset Oil Painting of Albert Bridge and Thames Riverside View in London
By Minty Ramsey
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Sunset Oil Painting of Albert Bridge and Thames Riverside View in London
by Minty Ramsey
Category
20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 16.5 in W 23.5 in D 1 in
Victorian Oil Painting of Top Hat Gentleman Strolling in Misty London Streets
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
19th-century oil painting features a gentleman strolling through a mist-shrouded city street, almost
Category
19th Century Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pool of London Ron Whittenbury Modern British Art Oil Painting Thames Shipping
Located in London, GB
Roy M Whittenbury (fl. 1920-1955)
The Pool of London
29x39.5cm
Oil on canvasboard
A British artist
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 11.42 in W 15.56 in D 0.2 in
British, mid century oil painting by Gerald Rose of London tube station
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Gerald Hembdon Seymour Rose (British, 1935-2023)
Rush hour at the station, London
Oil on canvas
Category
20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 28 in W 35.75 in D 1 in
John Cole - 20th Century British Oil Painting of a London Shop Front
By John Cole
Located in London, GB
, inscribed with title and the artist’s address on a label on the reverse, oil on panel
30 by 40 cm., 12 by
Category
Mid-20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 11.82 in W 15.75 in
"London Eye" contemporary impressionist oil painting of famed Ferris Wheel in UK
By Marc Dalessio
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
An oil painting by contemporary American impressionist Marc Dalessio. Painted en plein air in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
OIL PAINTING MARITIME By Rowney Charman Large Ship Master Piece of London Docks
Located in Ferndown, GB
OIL PAINTING MARITIME By Rodney Charman Large Ship Master Piece of London Docks 20th Century in a
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Tower of London - British 20's art nocturne city landscape oil painting
By William Dacres Adams
Located in London, GB
A really lovely oil on canvas painting by noted British artist William Dacres Adams. It was painted
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil Painting of High Holborn London in 1910 by Modern Impressionist Irish Artist
By Robert D Beattie
Located in Preston, GB
An Original Oil Painting of High Holborn London in 1910 by Modern Impressionist Irish Artist
Category
Mid-20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Piccadilly Circus-original modern London cityscape oil painting-contemporary art
Located in London, Chelsea
. Painting these London scenes bring me closer to her, like a time-machine, going back.
In my painting, the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 10.97 in W 13.97 in D 1.19 in
21st Century oil painting of a Thames barge in London, abstract in greys
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Beccy Marshall (British, 20th/21st Century)
Thames Barge
Oil on board
Signed, titled and dated
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 24.5 in W 20.38 in D 1 in
Early oil depicting the Great Fire of London
Located in London, GB
The Great Fire of London in September 1666 was one of the greatest disasters in the city’s history
Category
17th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Cloth Fair - City of London Pre-War English Street Scene Oil on Board Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
.
Rex Vicat Cole created a number of paintings of London streets for his one man exhibition ''London Old
Category
1930s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Mid 20th C. Oil on Canvas Cityscape painting of London.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Untitled painting
- Atmospheric, foggy river scene including the iconic Palace of Westminster, home
Category
Vintage 1960s Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Early 20th Century oil painting of a London street with a rag and bone man
By Stephen Bone
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Stephen Bone (British, 1904-1958)
A London rag and bone man
Oil on board
Signed `Stephen Bone’ (on
Category
20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 10 in W 13.75 in D 1 in
Tower of London
By Norman Wilkinson
Located in London, GB
Norman Wilkinson
Tower of London
Oil on canvas, signed lower left, dated June 1960 on verso
Image
Category
20th Century Post-War Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Extinction Rebellion Protest, London" impressionist painting of 2019 protest
By Marc Dalessio
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Extinction Rebellion Protest, London" is an impressionist painting of the 2019 fashion week
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Miniature Painting of Victoria Embankment London & Houses of Parliament in Rain
By Angela Wakefield
Located in Preston, GB
Miniature Painting of Victoria Embankment London & Houses of Parliament, Westminster in the Rain
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic, Board
H 10.5 in W 10.5 in D 1.75 in
British Impressionist painting of boats on the estuary, possibly port of London
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
William Mason (British, 1906 – 2002)
Boats in an estuary, possibly the port of London
Oil on board
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 9.38 in W 13.38 in D 1 in
The Pool of London
By Norman Wilkinson
Located in London, GB
Private collection
In this painting we can we Blackfriars Bridge in the background reaching across the
Category
20th Century English School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Abstract Elegance of Big Ben-original London cityscape painting-Contemporary Art
Located in London, Chelsea
Big Ben." This original cityscape painting, crafted with oil on canvas, captures the iconic landmark
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 1.19 in
Circle of Carel Weight - Modern British School c.1950 Oil, London Smoke
By Carel Weight
Located in Corsham, GB
This atmospheric urban London landscape captures the stark silhouette of an industrial skyline
Category
Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Manner of Clifford Hall ROI (1904-1973) - Framed 1967 Oil, London Docklands
Located in Corsham, GB
A delightful impressionistic oil in the manner of British artist Clifford Hall (1904-1973
Category
Mid-20th Century Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Miniature Painting of Shard & Tower Bridge London by British Contemporary Artist
By Angela Wakefield
Located in Preston, GB
Miniature Painting of the Shard & Tower Bridge in the City of London by British Contemporary Artist
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Paint, Oil, Acrylic, Board
'View of San Francisco Bay', Bay Area Abstraction, Jack London, Modernist Oil
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
. Exhibited: Jack London Art Festival, 1956.
Displayed in the original and period, painted and washed wood
Category
1950s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 18 in W 41.75 in D 0.75 in
Miniature Painting of Victoria Embankment London & St Pauls Cathedral at Night
By Angela Wakefield
Located in Preston, GB
Miniature Painting of Victoria Embankment London & St Pauls Cathedral at Night - a unique original
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic, Board
Angela WakefieldMiniature Painting of Victoria Embankment London & St Pauls Cathedral at Night, 2024
H 10.5 in W 10.5 in D 1.75 in
Miniature Painting of Trafalgar Square London Westminster by British City Artist
By Angela Wakefield
Located in Preston, GB
Miniature Painting of Trafalgar Square London Westminster by British City Artist - a unique
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Paint, Oil, Acrylic, Board, Canvas, Cotton Canvas
H 10.5 in W 10.5 in D 1.75 in
The Fortune Teller
Located in London, GB
Rendered in an almost autumnal colour palette with Darnley Fine Art, Budd’s oil painting depicts a
Category
20th Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
20th Century British Impressionist painting of the Thames, London, in blue tones
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Derick Mynott (British, 1926-1994)
The Thames at Chelsea
Oil on canvas
18.1/8 x 24 in. (46 x 61
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 18.13 in W 24 in D 1 in
Miniature Painting of Victoria Embankment London & St Pauls Cathedral at Night 2
By Angela Wakefield
Located in Preston, GB
Miniature Painting of Victoria Embankment London & St Pauls Cathedral at Night 2 - a unique
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic, Board
H 10.5 in W 10.5 in D 1.75 in
Black & White Painting of Hammersmith Bridge in London by British Urban Artist
By Angela Wakefield
Located in Preston, GB
Black & White Painting of Figures at Hammersmith Bridge in London - a unique original from leading
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Angela WakefieldBlack & White Painting of Hammersmith Bridge in London by British Urban Artist, 2010
H 24 in W 36 in D 1.75 in
Black & White Painting of Westminster Bridge in London by British Urban Artist
By Angela Wakefield
Located in Preston, GB
Black & White Painting of Figures at Westminster Bridge in London - a unique original from leading
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
Angela WakefieldBlack & White Painting of Westminster Bridge in London by British Urban Artist, 2010
H 24 in W 36 in D 1.75 in
Miniature Painting of St Paul's Cathedral Clock in London by British City Artist
By Angela Wakefield
Located in Preston, GB
Miniature Painting of St Paul's Cathedral Clock in London by British City Artist - a unique
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic, Board
H 10.5 in W 10.5 in D 1.75 in
Early 20th Century Likeness of Jack London
By Robert Alexander Graham
Located in Soquel, CA
Early 20th Century Likeness of Jack London
Wonderful portrait of a gentleman with a striking
Category
Early 1900s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
H 31.25 in W 24.25 in D 1 in
Tranquil Waters of the River Thames, Richmond, London
By Henrietta Stuart
Located in Deddington, GB
Loch. A painting portraying early morning peacefulness.
Oil on canvas
Tray framed in grey Hand painted
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 37.41 in W 37.41 in D 1.97 in
"View of a London street". Post-Impressionist classical urban scene.
By John Lawrence
Located in Segovia, ES
"London on view". Oil on panel. Post-Impressionist London townscape.
Dimension art: 18 x 27 x 0.5
Category
1990s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Panel, Oil
H 7.09 in W 10.63 in D 0.2 in
'Seascape', New York, National Academy of Design, Syracuse, Royal Academy London
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
-1852), The Royal Academy of Art (London, 1845), The Oswego Falls Fair (Fulton, NY, 1885), Central New
Category
1880s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
London High Street - Late 20th Century Impressionist Acrylic of Bus Stop Quirke
By Michael Quirke
Located in Watford, Hertfordshire
scenes are increasingly collectable.
This painting of "London High Street, was created with oil on
Category
1990s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 16.93 in W 15.12 in D 2.37 in
Impressionist mid 20th century view of Trafalgar Square, Nelsons Column London
Located in Woodbury, CT
Impressionist manner and on a small scale.
Acquiring a late 19th-century Impressionist painting of Hammersmith
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
English Impressionist mid 20th century view of Piccadilly Circus, trams London
Located in Woodbury, CT
Impressionist manner and on a small scale.
Acquiring a late 19th-century Impressionist painting of Hammersmith
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Impressionist mid century view of Hammersmith Bridge over the Thames London
Located in Woodbury, CT
Impressionist manner and on a small scale.
Acquiring a late 19th-century Impressionist painting of Hammersmith
Category
1930s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
19th century English marine, The Thames at the Pool of London, original frame
By Bernard Benedict Hemy
Located in Woodbury, CT
Bernard Hemy - Bernard Benedict Hemy (1844 - 1910). Marine and Coastal painter in oil and
Category
1890s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lyre Bird (Design for the cover of Poetry London), 1943, Ink, gouache and pastel
Located in New York, NY
Ceri Richards
Lyre Bird (Design for the cover of Poetry London), 1943
Ink, gouache and pastel on
Category
1940s Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Ink, Gouache
Super rare World War Two scene of St Pauls's Cathedral, London during the Blitz
Located in Woodbury, CT
Super rare World War Two period scene of St Pauls's Cathedral, London during the Blitz.
Very few
Category
1940s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
20th century View of Tower Bridge on the Thames in London, with boats, men
Located in Woodbury, CT
Interesting view of the Pool of London, an area known on the Thames near Tower Bridge where freight
Category
1930s English School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
London : A distant view of the city from the south with a herdsman and cattle
By Charles Towne
Located in Stoke, Hampshire
Charles Towne (1763-1840)
London : A distant view of the city from the south with a herdsman and
Category
Early 19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
19th century English landscape with a Mail coach and Horses on a road
Located in Woodbury, CT
J.A.Terry, A scene of the London to Exeter Mail Coach and a road in a landscape.
This charming oil
Category
Early 1900s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Richmond Bridge
By Philip Connard
Located in Marlborough, England
on canvas
Frame H. 62cm x W. 82cm Image H. 42cm x W. 62cm
An oil painting of Richmond Bridge in
Category
Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Panoramic Black & White Painting of Westminster Victoria Embankment London City
By Angela Wakefield
Located in Preston, GB
Panoramic Black & White Painting of Westminster from Victoria Embankment, City of London.
A unique
Category
2010s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
H 10.8 in W 28.8 in D 1.75 in
Black & White Painting of Victoria Embankment London by British Urban Artist
By Angela Wakefield
Located in Preston, GB
Black & White Painting of Victoria Embankment London - a unique original from leading British
Category
2010s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Paint, Cotton Canvas, Gesso, Oil, Acrylic, Canvas
H 29 in W 29 in D 1.75 in
Black & White Painting of People in Sunshine on London Bridge with Tower Bridge
By Angela Wakefield
Located in Preston, GB
Black & White Painting of People in the Sunshine on London Bridge with Tower Bridge in the
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
- Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
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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.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
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