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Rococo Oil Painting Signed Bruno Blatter Around 1890
Located in Berlin, DE
Rococo oil painting signed Bruno Blätter around 1890 Oil on canvas painting. Rococo scene. Three
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Antique 1890s German Rococo Revival Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Antique Rococo Oil Painting, around 1800, "Royal Dance in the Garden"
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Rococo Oil Painting, around 1800, Royal Dance in the Garden Oil on canvas. Canvas relined
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18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique French Rococo Oil Painting Elegant Figures Dancing outdoors
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Dancing Figures in the Park French, 19th century oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 22 x 26.5 inches
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19th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Two Lovers Rococo Oil Painting After François Boucher
Located in Lisbon, PT
A very large antiqued reproduction oil painting after François Boucher. Sometimes descrived as Two
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Antique 19th Century French Baroque Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Pair of Swedish 18th Century Rococo Oil Painting Portraits
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Set of two noble male and female oil paintings in period delicate ornate Rococo wood frames. This
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Huge Antique French Rococo Oil Painting Mythological Lovers in Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Hunter French School, late 19th century oil painting on canvas, framed framed size: 32 x 42
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Late 19th Century Rococo Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Ship Leaving the Bay at Sunrise French Seascape 18th century Rococo Oil Painting
Located in Stockholm, SE
, (for example artist works sold at: Christie's or Sotheby's). Antique oil painting on canvas, signed
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Late 18th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Oil

Courtier Presenting Himself to Elegant French Ladies in Rococo Parkland, 1800's
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Courtier Presenting Himself Before Elegant Ladies in Parkland French artist, circa 1800 period oil
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Early 19th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Cupids Playing Very Large Bacchanal Rococo Scene Antique oil painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
39 inches framed: 27 x 44 inches Large scale French Rococo style oil painting on canvas, dating to
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Early 20th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th Century Rococo Style Painting Oil on Canvas
Located in Berlin, DE
Rococo paintings, circa 1900. Oil on canvas. (S-62).
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Antique 19th Century German Rococo Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Fine Antique French Rococo Scrolled Oil Painting Cherubim Playing - over door
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Playing Cherubim French School, circa 1900 oil painting on canvas laid down on panel within oyster
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Early 20th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Fine 18th Century Italian Oil Painting Elegant Figures Rococo Interior Setting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Venetian origin oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 10.75 x 11.75 inches provenance: private collection
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Mid-18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

18th Century French Rococo Period Portrait of Women Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Lady French artist, Rococo period 18th century oil on canvas, framed framed: 15 x
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Mid-18th Century Rococo Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Rococo 18th-Century Portrait of Young Girl with Grapes Oval Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Young Girl French Rococo School, 18th century oil on canvas, framed Framed: 24 x 20
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18th Century Rococo Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

French Rococo 18th-Century Portrait Young Boy Playing a Flute Oval Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Portrait of a Young Boy French Rococo School, 18th century oil on canvas, framed Framed: 24 x 20
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18th Century Rococo Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

1800's French Rococo Oil Panel Painting Scantily Clad Woman in Wooded Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
woman in a natural wooded landscape setting oil painting on wood panel, framed in period gilt frame
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Early 19th Century Rococo Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil

1800's French Oil Painting Elegant Rococo Period Interior Figures Lady Dressing
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Trying on the Latest Dress French School, circa 1800 oil painting on canvas, unframed canvas: 19 x
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Early 19th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Children w Lamb Scene 18th century Oil painting by French Rococo Master
By Jean Baptist Marie Huet
Located in Stockholm, SE
Painting was attributed to Jean-Baptiste Marie Huet (1745 - 1811) by Cabinet Turquin (France). A
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Late 18th Century Rococo Animal Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Oil

18/19-th Century French Antique Original Oil Painting on canvas, Rococo, Framed
Located in Palm Coast, FL
Up for sale is a fabulous Oil on canvas painting. French, late 18th to early 19th century. The
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Early 19th Century Rococo Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th Century Baroque Oil Painting Rococo Scene
Located in Berlin, DE
Oil painting of a rococo scene 19th century F. Heinz. Oil on mahogany plate. Scene of a rococo
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Antique 19th Century German Baroque Paintings

Materials

Canvas

19th Century Baroque Oil Painting Rococo Scene
19th Century Baroque Oil Painting Rococo Scene
H 20.87 in W 24.41 in D 1.58 in
18th Century French Rococò Painting
By Jean Raoux
Located in Roma, IT
18th Century French Rococò Painting An important oil on panel painting attributed to the great
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Antique Early 18th Century French Rococo Paintings

Materials

Wood

18th Century French Rococò Painting
18th Century French Rococò Painting
H 26.38 in W 24.41 in D 3.94 in
19th Century Rococo Style Painting Oil on Canvas
Located in Berlin, DE
Rococo paintings, circa 1900. Oil on canvas. (S-62).
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Antique 19th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Large Oil on Canvas Rococo Painting, circa 1900
Located in Berlin, DE
Oil painting on canvas. Extensive craquelure. Illustrations of a chess game in the Rococo period
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20th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Rococò Venetian painter - 18th century figure painting - Portrait
Located in Varmo, IT
x 55 cm with frame. Antique oil painting on canvas, in a gilded wooden frame. Condition report
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Mid-18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Courting Couple with Musical Instrument Antique French Rococo Period Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Courting Couples French Rococo artist, 19th century oil on board, framed framed: 10.5 x 13
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19th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Rococò Venetian painter - 18th century interior painting - The nurse
Located in Varmo, IT
. Oil on canvas, in an antique carved and gilded wooden frame. - The work is based on the painting by
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Late 18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rococò Italian painter - 18th century landscape painting - Festival party
Located in Varmo, IT
Italian painter (18th century) - Landscape with ruins and characters. 97 x 138 cm. Antique oil
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Mid-17th Century Rococo Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rococò French painter - 18th century interior painting - Fireplace bellows
Located in Varmo, IT
French painter (18th century) - The Bellows. 80.5 x 112.5 cm. Oil on canvas, unframed. Condition
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Late 18th Century Rococo Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rococò Italian painter - 18th century figure painting - Female nude
Located in Varmo, IT
frame. Antique oil painting on canvas mounted on a panel, in a carved and gilded wooden frame
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Late 18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rococò French painter - 18th century figure painting - Flute player dog
Located in Varmo, IT
frame. Antique oil painting on canvas, in a carved and gilded wooden frame. Condition report: Original
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Mid-18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rococò Venetian painter - 18th century interior painting - Declaration of love
Located in Varmo, IT
56.5 cm with frame. Oil on canvas, in an antique carved and gilded wooden frame. - The work is based
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Late 18th Century Rococo Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Gaspare Diziani (Venetian Rococò master) - 18th century figure painting - Virgin
By Gaspare Diziani
Located in Varmo, IT
69.5 cm with frame. Antique oil painting on canvas, in a carved and gilded wooden frame. - The
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Mid-18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Venetian Rococò painter - 18th century mask figure painting - Pantalone Carnival
Located in Varmo, IT
with frame. Antique oil painting on canvas, in a white lacquered wooden frame. Condition Report
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Late 18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Venetian Rococò painter - 18th century mask figure painting - Colombina Carnival
Located in Varmo, IT
with frame. Antique oil painting on canvas, in a white lacquered wooden frame. Condition report
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Late 18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Huge 18th Century French Rococo Old Master Oil Allegorical Nude Winged Lady
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
(Rococo period) oil painting on canvas, unframed canvas: 30 x 52 inches provenance: private collection
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18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Rococò French painter - 18th century figure painting - Joseph in prison
Located in Varmo, IT
French painter (18th century) - Joseph in prison. 84 x 105 cm. Antique oil painting on canvas
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Mid-18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rococò Venetian painter - 18th century figure painting - Virgin with Child
Located in Varmo, IT
with frame. Antique oil painting on canvas, in a carved and gilded wooden frame. - It bears the label
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Mid-18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rococò Venetian painter - 18th century figure painting - Virgin child - Italy
Located in Varmo, IT
with frame. Antique oil painting on canvas, in a carved wooden frame. Condition report: Lined canvas
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Early 18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rococò Venetian Master - 18th century figure painting - Venus and Chronos
Located in Varmo, IT
cm with frame. Antique oil painting on canvas, in a carved and gilded wooden frame. Condition
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Mid-18th Century Rococo Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rococò Italian painter - 18th century figure painting- The Street Show
Located in Varmo, IT
frame. Antique oil painting on canvas, in a gilded wooden frame. Condition report: Original canvas
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Mid-18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A decorative oval relief with Venus and Cupid, 18th Century Rococo Oil
By Jacob De Wit
Located in London, GB
Follower of Jacob de Wit 1695-1754 Venus and Cupid Oil on panel Image size: 7 ¾ inches x 11
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18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

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Oil, Panel

Rococo Painting, The Brunette Odalisque, Nude Woman, Studio of Francois Boucher
By François Boucher
Located in Greven, DE
, making the figure glow luminously. The whole painting is ordered by folds - of flesh, of fabric, of
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18th Century Rococo Nude Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rococò French Painter - 18th century figure painting - Allegory of the Arts
Located in Varmo, IT
frame. Ancient oil painting on canvas, in a gilded wooden frame. Condition report: Lined canvas. Good
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Late 18th Century Rococo Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rococò Venetian painter - 18th century figure painting - Christ led to judgment
Located in Varmo, IT
frame, 62 x 50.5 cm with frame. Antique oil painting on canvas, in a carved and gilded wooden frame
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Mid-18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Fine Early 1700's French Oil Elegant Figures Lady being Dressed Rococo Interior
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
French School, circa 1720's circle of Nicolas Lancret (1690-1743) oil painting on canvas 15 x 23
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Early 18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Rococo-Style Painting of a Young Girl with Her Dog in a Pastoral Setting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Painting of a Young Girl with Her Dog oil on artist paper, stuck in black paper painting: 13 x 10
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Mid-20th Century Rococo Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mid 18th Century Italian Late Baroque / Rococo Oil on Cloth Framed Painting
Located in Marbella, ES
Antique mid 18th century Italian late Baroque / Rococo oil on cloth framed ornamental painting with
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Antique 18th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Canvas

French 19th Century Gilt Frame Oil Painting Depicting Flowers on a Rococo Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French still-life framed oil painting from the 19th century, depicting flowers set on a Rococo
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Antique 19th Century French Paintings

Materials

Paint

1800’s French Rococo Oil Portrait of Young Girl Pink Bow Blue Dress to restore
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
French School, Rococo period original Likely to be a preparatory sketch for a larger piece. oil
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Late 18th Century Rococo Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Elegant Portrait of Lady in Rococo Attire Fine 19th Century French Oil
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Description: This enchanting 19th century painting by the elegance of a lady dressed in lavish Rococo-style
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Late 19th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Rococò French painter - 18th century figure painting - Portrait Louis XV child
Located in Varmo, IT
French painter (18th century) - Portrait of Louis XV as a child. 64.5 x 49.5 cm. Antique oil
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Early 18th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Neo Rococo Puffs" 2025 oil on canvas 14 x 11 in.
By Tess Michalik
Located in New York, NY
Tess Michalik Neo Rococo Puffs, 2025 oil on canvas 14 x 11 in (mic031)
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2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

SIMON PETER TILEMANN, Family Portrait, 1658, Old Master. Baroque Rococo Painting
By Simon Peter Tilemann
Located in Berlin, DE
Extremely decorative and large oil painting from the 17th century. Restored in places.   Signed
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1650s Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Dipinto figurativo religioso rococò di scuola napoletana del Settecento
Located in Florence, IT
La scena è dominata dalla croce, sulla quale risalta il corpo ben modellato e dal colore bianco brillanto di Cristo, dipinta con una prospettiva laterale. La parte sinistra è occupa...
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Mid-18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Emanuel Oberhauser “Mermaids and Nymphs” An Exceptional Oil on Canvas Painting
By Emanuel Oberhauser
Located in New York, NY
Oil on Canvas Painting painted circa 1885. Masterfully painted, this artwork depicts a full scale
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19th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

18th Century French Oil Artist Painting Nude Model Classical Garden Scene
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
: This enchanting 18th-century oil painting captures an idyllic scene set in a lush, classical garden. A
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18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

17th Century Antique Original Oil Painting on canvas Goddess And Cherub, Framed
Located in Palm Coast, FL
This captivating painting portrays a mythological or allegorical scene, where a reclining nude
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17th Century Rococo Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait Old Master, Joseph Vivien, Mme Silvestre, French Rococo, Pastel
By Joseph Vivien
Located in Greven, DE
. Neil Jeffares confirmed the attribution in his entry pastellists (under no J.77.314). The painting
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18th Century Rococo Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil Pastel, Gouache

18th Century Rococo Chinoiserie Canvas, Camaïeu Bleu, Circle of Francois Boucher
By François Boucher
Located in Cotignac, FR
18th century oil on canvas chinoiserie scene painted 'en Camaïeu Bleu'. Originally part of a
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Mid-18th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Italian early 20th Century oil painting by Lucius Rossi, 'La balancoire'
By Lucius Rossi
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
’ (lower right) Oil on canvas 22.1/2 x 32.3/4 in. (57.5 x 83.3 cm.)
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20th Century Rococo Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

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Rococo Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of rococo oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. Browse a selection of Old Masters or Abstract versions of these works for sale today — there are 4 Old Masters and 1 Abstract examples available. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add a rococo oil paintings that pops against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of brown, black, gray, silver and more. Nicolas De Largilliere, Jules Chéret, (After) Francois Boucher, Jacobo Amigoni and Niccolò Bambini took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in oil paint, paint and canvas.

How Much are Rococo Oil Paintings?

Rococo oil paintings can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $6,533, while the lowest priced sells for $734 and the highest can go for as much as $375,000.
Questions About Rococo Oil Paintings
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    Rococo paintings are typically characterized by soft hues and curving lines. The Rococo style in art drew on qualities that appeared during the Baroque era and it emerged in early 18th-century Paris. The imagery associated with Rococo paintings is lighthearted, and painters working in this style depicted highly detailed images of love and nature, frequently blending reality and fantasy. Shop a variety of Rococo paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Jan 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 ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Oil 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    To 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.
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An 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, 2024
    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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2022
    The 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, 2024
    A 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, 2024
    The 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, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2022
    To 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, 2023
    Because 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, 2021
    Any 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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, 2022
    To 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, 2024
    Yes, 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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