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Modernist Abstract Flowers Oversized oil painting
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
6105 Modernist Abstract oversized oil painting
2004
Category
Early 2000s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Modernist Oversized Oil painting "Quiet Desert Tranquility"
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5207 Oversized Modernist Oil painting on rapped canvas of a desert landscape
Signed Robert Yaumola
Category
1970s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage Italian Full Length Portrait Oil Painting "The English Gentleman"
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5058 Full length oversized oil painting of an English Nobleman
Set in a rapped canvas noframe
Category
1980s Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage Italian Full Length Portrait Oil Painting "The English Noblewoman"
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5056 Full length oversized oil painting of a English Noblewoman
Set in a rapped canvas no frame
Category
1980s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Modern Oversized Abstract Expressionist oil Painting
By Dpowko
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-3747 Large scale Abstract Expressionist oil painting in multi colors and patterns
Signed
Category
1990s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Walking the Dog Oversized Oil
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5078 Oversized oil on canvas of a girl walking a dog
Category
1970s Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Battle For Yellowstone, Original Oil Painting of Oversized Fictional Bookcover
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
The Battle for Yellowstone is an oversized book cover painting emphasizing a battle between
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
American Oversized Modern Sporting Art Oil Painting "The Tennis Player"
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5101 Tennis any one.
Sporting art
Painted edges no frame required
Category
1980s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Oversized Cubic Skyline Oil Painting by Boruszak
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5130 Antique oversized cubic city skyline framed oil painting
Signed Boruszak
Image size 19.5x23.5"
Category
Vintage 1940s Paintings
Materials
Paint
Antique French Oversized Interior Scene Oil Painting The Dapper Frenchman 1940's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5140 Oversized Antique French oil painting depicting a Frenchman in an interior scene
Framed
Category
1940s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Trust and Virtue - Large Oversized Abstract Figurative Blue on Gray Oil Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
large oversized figurative original oil painting on canvas measures 79 inches high by 55 inches wide. It
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Beyond The Sea 3 - Large Oversized Modern Coastal Calm Seascape Oil Painting
By Bettina Mauel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Mauel created this one-of-a-kind painting by placing several layers of oil paint on linen canvas with a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Oil
Oversized Vibrant Abstract Painting "Intense Impulse 1"
By Tay Dall
Located in Cape Town, ZA
An extra large, oversized, unique and vivid oil painting on stretched canvas, with flowy, surreal
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Varnish
H 76.78 in W 94.49 in D 1.97 in
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting C1968
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting Signed by Sharie Jones
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 48 in W 30 in D 1 in
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting C1968
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting Signed by Sharie Jones
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 42.5 in W 50.75 in D 2.25 in
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting C1968
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting by Sharie Jones Unsigned
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 48.5 in W 32.25 in D 1 in
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting C1968
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting of Nude Woman Signed by
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 41 in W 34.75 in D 1 in
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting C1968
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting Signed by Sharie Jones
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 30.5 in W 48.75 in D 1.75 in
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting C1968
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting Signed by Sharie Jones
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 46.25 in W 48.5 in D 2.25 in
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting C1968
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting Signed by Sharie Jones
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 42.5 in W 50.75 in D 2.25 in
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting C1968
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting of Seated Nude Woman
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 48 in W 32 in D 1 in
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting C1968
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil On Canvas Painting Of A Standing Nude Woman
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 44.25 in W 30 in D 1 in
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting C1968
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting of A Seated Nude Woman
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 42 in W 38 in D 1.25 in
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting C1968
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Painting of Reading Woman Signed
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 48 in W 36.5 in D 1 in
Antique French Oversized Interior Scene Oil Painting The Dapper Frenchman 1940's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5140 Oversized Antique French oil painting depicting a Frenchman in an interior scene
Framed
Category
Vintage 1940s Paintings
Materials
Paint
H 33 in W 24 in D 1 in
Large Midcentury Oversize Oil on Canvas Painting of Tigers by Peter Colby
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Oil on canvas painting by artist Peter Colby. Large oversize canvas featuring two lions resting
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
French Oversized Deco Lady Fauvist Figurative Painting by Martino
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-2928Oil on canvas
Displayed in custom wood frame, signed by Martino
Image size 24x20"
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Silent Running - Oversized Oil Painted Book Cover with Unexpected Juxtapositions
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
, oil painting and graphic design. I
am attracted to those handsome publisher’s design formats
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
19th Century Oversized Oil on Canvas Landscape
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century oversized oil on canvas landscape depicting a home in the forest with a mountain range
Category
Antique 19th Century American Other Paintings
Materials
Canvas
"Ranunculus II" Oversized Acrylic, Oil Pastels and Pencils Red Abstract 84"x60"
By Karina Gentinetta
Located in New York, NY
"Ranunculus II", 2024, 84" H x 60" W. Oversized abstract painting consisting of acrylic, pencils
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Carbon Pencil, Color Pencil
H 85.5 in W 61.5 in D 2.5 in
Oversized Large Abstract Multi Figural "We Are The Star Stars "Painting
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
4067 Surreal multi figural Star Stars painting
unframed
Category
1960s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 38 in W 42 in D 1 in
Antique Cubic City Skyline Oil Painting
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5130 Antique oversized cubic city skyline framed oil painting
Signed Boruszak
Image size
Category
1940s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil on Canvas Paint
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Mid Century Modern Abstract Impressionist Oil On Canvas Painting Signed By Sharie Jones
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
H 50.5 in W 39.5 in D 2.25 in
Oversized Nude Male Winged Angel
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3911 Large Surreal oil painting on canvas of a nude male angel
Category
1970s Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil
Blue Lace Oversized Geometric Abstract
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5075 Oil and Mixed media geometric on blue backround
Rapped canvas no frame required
Category
1960s Abstract Paintings
Materials
India Ink, Oil
Modernist Oversized Under Water Coral Seascape
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5076 Underwater coral view
Rapped canvas no frame required
Category
1960s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil on Board Abstracted Expressive Painting "Large Blue Portrait"
Located in Cape Town, ZA
This is an oversized, unique, gesturally abstracted oil painting on board by South African artist
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 70.87 in W 70.87 in D 2.76 in
Vintage German Abstract Expressionist Oversized Abstract 1965
By Sydney Licht
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3947 German Abstract Expressionist painting on rapped canvas with painted edges no frame required
Category
1960s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oversized Diptych Titled "Assimilation" 124 x 78
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
-expression and the power of art to evoke emotions and provoke thought. I found solace in drawing and painting
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
An Oversized Floral Still Life, Oil on Canvas, Sarkis Sarkisian 1909-1977
By Sarkis Sarkisian
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Whitney Museum of American Art, Biennial Exhibitions of American Oil Paintings at the Corcoran Gallery of
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Oversized Cosmic Triptych by D.Taylor ( 3 Panels)
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5073 Cosmic triptych large 3 panel oil abstract
each panel 24x40" signe D.Taylor
total 3 panels
Category
1970s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage Oversized Abstract Expressionist "Colored Ribbons" 1980 by Brunelli
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1-4083 Oversized abstract on rapped canvas
Unframed Ready to hang
Signed on back Brunelli
Category
1980s Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Inseption" The all Seeing Eye Large scale oil painting by Allison Kandis 95
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5102 "Inseption"
Oversized Surreal oil painting on wood panel
Signed on verso Allison Kandis 95
Category
1990s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
On Silverlode Road - Oversized Large Abstract Figurative Original Artwork
By Jonas Fisch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-inch tall by 67-inch wide painting with mixed media. acrylic, and oil stick on canvas. This artwork is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Vintage French Impressionist Paris Oversized Figural Park Scene Landscape 1960
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3938 French Figural park landscape oil on canvas in a gilt wood frame
Image size 19.5x29.5"
I
Category
1960s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Bloom I - Floral Flower Abstract Mixed Media Oversized Artwork
By Sally K
Located in Los Angeles, CA
by the endless variety of beautiful flowers, she creates pop-realistic paintings that speak to the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, Oil Pastel
Jungle Earth Timeshare - Large Oversized Colorful Expressionist Figurative Art
By Jonas Fisch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
colorful 55-inch tall by 58-inch wide painting with mixed media. acrylic, and oil stick on canvas. This
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Untitled Pink - Large Oversized Textural Abstract Energetic Artwork on Canvas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
mixed media painting with a raw and direct aesthetic, providing an unfiltered manifestation of the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Large Oil on Canvas Window Scene Painting, Midcentury
Located in Bradenton, FL
Gorgeous oversized midcentury oil painting on canvas. Painting is of flowers and chair in front of
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Buzzin - Oversized Ready to Hang Mixed Media Original Artwork on Canvas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
paintings, reminiscent of alien landscapes, weave a tapestry of organic shapes—sometimes sharp and angular
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Charcoal, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Mrs Wood - Large Oversized Original Artwork on Canvas - Ready to Hang
Located in Los Angeles, CA
seemingly boundless color are bold gestures Pinto Schmid creates with swift confidence. Each painting is
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Oil Pastel
Dazzling in the light
Located in PARIS, FR
oversized canvas oil paintings, as it can create a more awe-inspiring and resonating impact."
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Bird Trainers seated male standing female figure white tropical bird hot color
By Stephen Basso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Surrealistic, stylized magic realism oil painting of oversize bird and 2 people signed and dated
Category
2010s Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Dystopia - original oversized abstract oil painting by Tyrone Layne
By Tyrone Layne
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Downtown Dystopia" by Tyrone Layne is a unique oil on canvas abstract painting signed by the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 60 in W 78 in D 1.5 in
Metropolis - original oversized blue abstract oil painting by Tyrone Layne
By Tyrone Layne
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Metropolis" by Tyrone Layne is a unique oil on canvas abstract painting signed by the artist on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 72 in W 60 in D 1.5 in
Austerity - original oversized yellow abstract oil painting by Tyrone Layne
By Tyrone Layne
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Austerity" by Tyrone Layne is a unique oil on canvas abstract painting signed by the artist. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 60 in W 54 in D 1.5 in
Divided America - original oversized abstract painting by Tyrone Layne
By Tyrone Layne
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Divided America" by Tyrone Layne is a unique oil on canvas abstract painting signed by the artist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 72 in W 60 in D 1.5 in
Resistance
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
The Proof
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
United Keepers
By Ognian Zekoff
Located in Montreal, CA
oversized oil paintings. His artistic production is engraved in the solid heritage of the European school of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
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Find the exact oversized oil painting you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. In our selection of items, you can find contemporary examples as well as an abstract version. If you’re looking for a oversized oil painting from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right oversized oil painting is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes gray, black, brown and blue. There have been many interesting oversized oil painting examples over the years, but those made by Rose Freymuth-Frazier, Bruce Rubenstein, Ognian Zekoff, Karina Gentinetta and Fréderique Assaël are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Artworks like these of any era or style can make for thoughtful decor in any space, but a selection from our variety of those made in paint, oil paint and fabric can add an especially memorable touch.
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Questions About Oversized Oil Painting
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The largest oil painting in the world is in the main hall of the Doge's Palace located in Venice, Italy. Its name is Il Paradiso. Tintoretto painted it around 1592, and it measures 22 meters by 7 meters. Shop a large collection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, oil paintings darken over time. As oil paint is made of pigment particles, the range of substances that are used as pigment in oil paint can render certain colors susceptible to aging. Slowing the aging process for an oil painting involves storing your painting properly and keeping the work out of exposed sunlight. Temperature control and humidity are also important in preserving the life of an oil painting and slowing the aging process.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if your oil painting is authentic, first check the signature of the artist to start your research. Use a magnifying glass to check the texture of the painting, and finally check the back for the painting’s original stretchers. Shop a selection of expertly vetted artwork from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Because the value of an oil painting can vary greatly based on the artist, the subject and the condition of the piece, it's generally best to work with a certified appraiser. A knowledgeable professional can evaluate the piece and estimate its value. Shop a variety of authentic oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
- La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021Any artwork is worth and only worth the price someone is willing to pay for it (unfortunately, whether one can afford it or not is another story). Different people may have different reasons to attribute value to an artwork, from the purest (falling in love with it) to what is often considered as the most vile (speculation), going through remembrance, pride of ownership, or brag, among other reasons. For most living artists, the price of the artworks is usually set by the artist and/or the gallery which represent him or her, by type and size of artwork, and corresponds to an equilibrium price between the rate at which artworks are sold and the rate at which new artworks are produced by the artist. For artworks from dead artists sold by professional dealers, the price is often based on auctions results for similar pieces of the same artists. Oil paintings are usually pricier than other techniques because it is considered more difficult to master, but also because oil paintings are known for their ability to last centuries.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best place to find oil paintings and discover new artists is at local art galleries. There are also many online art dealers who provide information about artists and sell their works. On 1stDibs, you’ll discover a variety of art styles from master oil painters.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To find the artist of an oil painting, look on the back of the canvas. Sometimes, you will find the artist’s name and the year of production on the back. If the canvas is in a frame, gently peel away the paper covering the back to access the canvas. In the event you cannot find any identifying information, seek the help of a licensed art appraiser. Shop a selection of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, sunlight affects oil paintings. Keep your oil paintings away from direct sunlight.
To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
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Art Brings the Drama in These Intriguing 1stDibs 50 Spaces
The world’s top designers explain how they display art to elicit the natural (and supernatural) energy of home interiors.
Welcome (Back) to the Wild, Wonderful World of Walasse Ting
Americans are rediscovering the globe-trotting painter and poet, who was connected to all sorts of art movements across a long and varied career.
In Francks Deceus’s ‘Mumbo Jumbo #5,’ the Black Experience Is . . . Complicated
Despite the obstacles, the piece’s protagonist navigates the chaos without losing his humanity.