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Vale of the Conwy, Snowdonia - 19th Century Oil Painting Wales Landscape
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘Vale of the Conwy’ by Samuel Lines (1778-1863). The painting – which depicts a single female
Category
Early 19th Century English School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Caernarfon Castle, North Wales, landscape original oil painting
By Tim Woodcock-Jones
Located in Deddington, GB
Caernarfon Castle in North Wales.
Tim Woodcock-Jones' paintings are all oil on canvas, stylised realism
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 24.02 in W 30.32 in D 0.79 in
Caernarfon Castle, North Wales, landscape original oil painting
By Tim Woodcock-Jones
Located in Deddington, GB
Tim Woodcock-Jones
Caernarfon Castle
Original Landscape Painting
Oil on Canvas
Canvas Size: H 61cm
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 24.02 in W 30.32 in D 0.79 in
Alfred Walter Williams, Barmouth Sands, North Wales, Oil Painting
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This late 19th-century oil painting by British artist Alfred Walter Williams (1824-1905) depicts an
Category
1880s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Lyn Crafnant, Snowdonia, N Wales Circa 1900 Oil Painting
By Thomas Huson
Located in Hillsborough, NC
Fine landscape painting, this oil on canvas of Snowdonia, Wales is by 19th century British artist
Category
Late 19th Century Naturalistic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 28 in W 37 in D 2.75 in
Impressionism - Powis Castle Gardens in Wales UK, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Gav Banns
Located in Yardley, PA
known for its gardens. This impressionist oil painting on canvasboard (canvas attached to board
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 9.4 in W 7.5 in D 0.1 in
Raglan Castle wales - British 19th century art landscape oil painting
By Joseph Murray Ince
Located in London, GB
This lovely British 19th century landscape oil painting is of Raglan Castle in Monmouthshire, Wales
Category
1840s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 34 in W 43 in D 2 in
Oil Painting by James Poole "A River in North Wales"
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by James Poole "A River in North Wales" 1804 - 1886 Poole was a Sheffield painter of
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil Painting by Charles James Parry "A North Wales River"
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by Charles James Parry "A North Wales River" 1824 -1894 London born painter of rural
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 36.5 in W 29.5 in D 2 in
Modern Autumnal Impressionist Landscape Oil Painting of Black Mountains Wales
Located in ludlow, GB
Modern Autumnal Landscape Oil Painting of Black Mountains Wales with Low Clouds
A truly stunning
Category
20th Century Naturalistic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Robert Macdonald Fraser: Landscape with Footbridge oil painting Snowdonia Wales
By Robert Macdonald Fraser
Located in London, GB
Robert MacDonald Fraser (1870-1947)
'Landscape with Footbridge'
Oil on canvas
Signed
20" x 24
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Mill, Dolgellau, Wales , William Henry Mander 19th century oil painting
By William Henry Mander
Located in York, GB
The Mill, Dolgellau wales William Henry Mander 19th century oil painting
A fine oil on canvas
Category
19th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
North Wales River Landscape River Afon at Abergynolwyn Signed Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
.
signed oil painting on board, framed
inscribed verso
framed: 21 x 25 inches
canvas: 18 x 22 inches
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Homeward, Original Painting, Semi Abstract Landscaper painting, Wales
By Helen Howells
Located in Deddington, GB
“Homeward” is an original landscape painting by Helen Howells. It was inspired by the emotional
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 39.38 in W 23.63 in D 1.38 in
Impasto Oil Painting of River Mountain Scene in Wales by British Artist
By Charles Wyatt Warren
Located in Preston, GB
Impasto Oil Painting of River Mountain Scene in Wales by British Artist
Art measures 21 x 9 inches
Category
Mid-20th Century Land Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Oil Painting of Snowdon Mountains & Lakes in Wales by Modern British Artist
Located in Preston, GB
Oil Painting of Snowdon Mountains & Lakes in Wales by Modern British Artist Charles Wyatt Warren
Category
1970s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board, Mixed Media
Welsh landscape oil painting of cattle by the River Llugwy, North Wales
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
Walter J Watson
British, (1877-1963)
On the Llugwy, North Wales
Oil on canvas, signed & dated
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 27 in W 37 in D 3.5 in
Girl And Chapel In North Wales Welsh Post Impressionist Colourist Oil Painting
By Donald McIntyre
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
Donald McIntyre.
English ( b.1923 - d.2009 ).
Girl And Chapel, North Wales.
Oil On Card.
Signed
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 19.49 in W 22.84 in D 1.09 in
Until Tomorrow Tan Yfory South Wales Mining Valleys Framed Original Oil Painting
By Elin Sian Blake
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
encountered on her travels.
Blake taught herself oil painting using library books, originally producing very
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 16.15 in W 18.31 in D 1.19 in
Original Impasto Oil Painting of River Mountain Scene in Wales by British Artist
By Charles Wyatt Warren
Located in Preston, GB
Original Impasto Oil Painting of River Mountain Scene in Wales by British Artist Charles Wyatt
Category
Mid-20th Century Land Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
On the Conwy - 19th Century Oil Painting Exhibition RBA Landscape of North Wales
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘On the Conwy, North Wales’ by Charles Smith (1841-1917)
The painting is signed by the artist and
Category
1860s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage Impasto Oil Painting of River Mountain Scene in Wales by British Artist
By Charles Wyatt Warren
Located in Preston, GB
Vintage Impasto Oil Painting of River Mountain Scene in Wales by British Artist Charles Wyatt
Category
Mid-20th Century Land Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Impasto Oil Painting of Harbour Scene in Wales by 20th Century British Artist
By Charles Wyatt Warren
Located in Preston, GB
Impasto Oil Painting of Abersoch Harbour Scene in Wales by 20th Century British Artist Charles
Category
Mid-20th Century Land Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
White Linen Female Nude Reclined On Bed Framed Oil Painting Cardiff Wales Artist
By David Knight
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
for sale; this original oil painting is by David Knight.
The painting is presented and supplied in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Nude Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vale of the Conwy, Snowdonia - 19th Century Oil Painting Large Landscape N Wales
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘Vale of the Conwy’ by Samuel Lines (1778-1863). The painting – which depicts a single female
Category
Early 19th Century English School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Menai Straits Wales by William Alison Martin oil painting Modern British Art
Located in London, GB
colours in the landscape, showing the soft rolling hills of Anglesea and North Wales
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 17.33 in W 23.23 in D 0.04 in
Hazy Summer Day, Original Painting, Semi Abstract Landscaper painting, Wales
By Helen Howells
Located in Deddington, GB
Summer Day [2023] by Helen Howells
Original painting
Oil on Canvas
Image size: H:91 cm x W:91 cm
Complete
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 35.83 in W 35.83 in D 1.38 in
The Light Within, Welsh Landscape Painting, Expressionist Paintings South Wales
By Helen Howells
Located in Deddington, GB
beloved South Wales. Light piercing through the cloud, symbolising a sign of hope, and new beginnings
Category
2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 24.02 in W 29.93 in D 1.38 in
Coastal Skies, Welsh Seascape Painting, Textured Landscape Painting Art of Wales
By Helen Howells
Located in Deddington, GB
Coastal Skies [2022]
“Coastal Skies” is an original seascape painting by Helen Howells. It was
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 35.83 in W 35.83 in D 1.38 in
A Higher Place... Wales
By Jo Jenkins
Located in Deddington, GB
Jo Jenkins
Oil and gesso on board,
Frame plus painting size – height 69cm x width 69cm, framed with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Oil
Country Pathway Alongside A River Near Llanelltyd North Wales Antique Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
John Aumonier (English school, early 20th century),
"River Near LLanelltyd North Wales",
signed oil
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Cliff Top Walk, Impressionist Seascape Painting, Moody South Wales Landscape
By Helen Howells
Located in Deddington, GB
and memories of walks. Taken along the South Wales coastline, not of any specific place, but rather an
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 29.93 in W 48.04 in D 1.38 in
The Man of Wales
By Newell Convers Wyeth
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Signature: Signed Lower Right
Medium: Oil on Handboard
Literature:
Mabelle Glenn et al., eds., The
Category
1930s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
George Turner (1841-1910) - Fine 1906 Oil, North Wales River Landscape
By George Turner
Located in Corsham, GB
A very fine panoramic landscape, possibly depicting North Wales by the English artist George Turner
Category
Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Tintern Abbey Wales Abbey ruin Large Impressionist landscape Mid Century Oil
Located in ludlow, GB
Tintern Abbey, Monmouthshire Wales - Impressionist Oil on Canvas, Signed and Framed in
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Wave, South Wales, Original Painting, Semi Abstract Seascape, Ocean art, Blue
By Helen Howells
Located in Deddington, GB
[2024]
Original painting
Oil on canvas
Signed by artist
Complete size of unframed work: 76 H x 122 W x
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 29.93 in W 48.04 in D 1.38 in
Floral Escape, South Wales, Original Painting, Semi Abstract Landscape, Calm art
By Helen Howells
Located in Deddington, GB
:
Floral Escape by Helen Howells [2024]
Original painting
Oil on canvas
Signed by artist
Complete size of
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 39.38 in W 23.63 in D 1.38 in
Helen Howells, Never to Part, Original Landscape Painting, South Wales Art
By Helen Howells
Located in Deddington, GB
Never to Part by Helen Howells [2021]
Original
Oil on Canvas
Image size: H:75 cm x W:120 cm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 29.53 in W 47.25 in D 1.38 in
At Capel Curig, North Wales
Located in St. Albans, GB
painters and a must for any collector. With some paintings realising over £100 000 in auction this fully
Category
1890s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Lyn Crafnant, Snowdonia, N Wales
By Thomas Huson
Located in Hillsborough, NC
Fine landscape painting, oil on canvas of Snowdonia, Wales by 19th century British artist Thomas
Category
Late 19th Century Naturalistic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Helen Howells, Tidal, Original Seascape Painting, Art of South Wales Coastline
By Helen Howells
Located in Deddington, GB
Tidal [2021]
Original
Oil on Canvas
Image size: H:91 cm x W:91 cm
Complete Size of Unframed Work: H
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 35.83 in W 35.83 in D 1.38 in
On The Glaslyn, North Wales
By William Mellor
Located in Belgravia, London, London
Oil on canvas
Canvas size: 20 x 30 inches
Framed size: 25.25 x 35.25 inches
Signed lower right
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
On the Lledr, North Wales
By Walter J. Watson
Located in Belgravia, London, London
Oil on canvas
Canvas size: 16 x 26 inches
Framed size: 22.5 x 33 inches
Signed lower right
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
On the Llugwy, North Wales
Located in Belgravia, London, London
Oil on canvas
Canvas size: 16 x 26.5 inches
Framed size: 22.5 x 32.5 inches
Signed lower left
Category
19th Century Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
June Bevan (b.1927) - 20th Century Oil, Distant Slate Quarry, North Wales
Located in Corsham, GB
Signed to the lower right. Presented in a gilt frame. On board.
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 15.36 in W 18.51 in
Llangynidr Bridge Over The River Usk In Winter Powys Crickhowell Wales Painting
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
Anthony Morris.
English ( b.1938 ).
Llangynidr Bridge Over The River Usk In Winter. Wales.
Oil On
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 10.44 in W 12.41 in D 0.99 in
Cattle Grazing Near Rhyl, North Wales
Located in St. Albans, GB
A stunning, showpiece example of William Henry Mander's painted in Rhys, North Wales. The size is
Category
1880s Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Perfect Day at Rhossili Bay, Paintings of Wales, Welsh Coastal Art, Textured Art
Located in Deddington, GB
An original oil painting on canvas portraying a beautiful day at Rhossili Bay on the Gower
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 19.69 in W 39.38 in D 1.58 in
Fishing Amongst The Rocks, North Wales
By Walter Williams
Located in Belgravia, London, London
Oil on canvas
Canvas size: 8 x 10 inches
Signed lower right
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Llugwy at Capel Curig, Wales
By Robert Gallon
Located in Belgravia, London, London
Oil on canvas
Canvas size: 20 x 30 inches
Framed size: 27.25 x 37.5 inches
Signed lower left
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Landscape Seascape Painting of Coast from Nefyn in North Wales by British Artist
Located in Preston, GB
in North Wales by British Artist
Oil on board, signed bottom left, framed in a high quality gold
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Clint Eastwood in 'The Outlaw Josey Wales'
Located in Fort Washington, PA
Medium: Oil on Masonite
Signature: Signed Lower Right
Category
20th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Masonite, Oil
19th Century "Morning In Wales" by J. P. Pollitt Oil on Canvas
Located in Chicago, IL
A landscape painting titled "Morning N. Wales" by artist J. P. Poltitt. It shows a bend in a calm
Category
Antique 19th Century English Romantic Paintings
Materials
Canvas
School Trip, New Quay, Wales, July, 2013 by ANDREW MACARA
By Andrew Macara
Located in Blackwater, GB
with school children at New quay, Wales, oil on canvas by Andrew Macara. Excellent quality and
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Children Playing Of A Hillside, Near Cape Curig, Wales, 19th Century
By Sidney Richard Percy
Located in Blackwater, GB
-1886)
Large 19th Century view of children playing in a hillside near Capel Curig, Wales, oil on
Category
19th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mother & Child, New South Wales, Australia, 19th Century by Lieutenant G Woods
Located in Blackwater, GB
19th Century portrait of an aboriginal mother & child from New South Wales, Australia, oil on canvas
Category
19th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Diana (Spencer), Princess of Wales. From The Series "All About Eve"
By Annie Kevans
Located in New York, NY
policy.
Diana (Spencer), Princess of Wales from the series “All About Eve” – British royal mistresses
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas, Archival Paper
A Nineteenth Century American view of Craig Goch from the Colwin, Wales
By William Thompson Russell Smith
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Russell Smith
(American, born Scotland, 1812-1896)
Craig Goch from the Colwin, Wales
Oil on canvas
Category
Late 19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Worm’s Head Pen Pyrrod The Gower Peninsula Rhossili Swansea Bay South Wales
By Elin Sian Blake
Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset
encountered on her travels.
Blake taught herself oil painting using library books, originally producing very
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 14.18 in W 16.15 in D 1.58 in
Three Sisters in Blue Mountains, New South Wales Australia by Australian Artist
Located in Preston, GB
painting was bought from Gordon Galleries in Double Bay, Sydney, New South Wales in circa 1962 by Major
Category
1960s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Board
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Oil Paintings Wales For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of oil paintings wales for sale on 1stDibs. There are many Impressionist, Contemporary and Old Masters versions of these works for sale. These items have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a colorful pieces of art to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — see the oil paintings wales on 1stDibs that include elements of brown, gray, black, green and more. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Alfred de Breanski Jnr., Harry Steen, William Henry Mander, Sidney Richard Percy and Garry Raymond - Pereira are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Frequently made by artists working in paint, oil paint and canvas, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.
How Much are Oil Paintings Wales?
Oil paintings wales can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $3,500, while the lowest priced sells for $317 and the highest can go for as much as $49,477.
Finding the Right Paintings for You
Painting is an art form that has spanned innumerable cultures, with artists using the medium to tell stories, explore and communicate ideas and express themselves. To bring abstract paintings, landscape paintings, still-life paintings and other original paintings into your home is to celebrate and share in the long tradition of this discipline.
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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 Paintings Wales
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, 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. - 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, 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.
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