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"Africa" Contemporary portrait . Vertical oil painting
Located in Oslo, NO
, and impressionism to imbue it with a sense of immediacy. This painting embodies the triumphs and
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
H 35.44 in W 27.56 in D 0.79 in
"Night moths" Vertical oil painting . Floral composition
Located in Oslo, NO
and oil, weaving a dance of moths amidst blossoms that shimmer in the twilight. Every petal and wing
Category
2010s Contemporary Interior Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
H 35.44 in W 27.56 in D 0.79 in
“ Morris’s lover” Vertical oil painting . Nude figure . Realism .
Located in Oslo, NO
. By purchasing paintings by Nadezda Stupina, you make a smart investment, as the price of her
Category
2010s Nude Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
H 17.72 in W 13.19 in D 0.4 in
"Sleeping girl" Original impressionistic portrait. Vertical oil painting
Located in Oslo, NO
contrary, and I can do this through my painting.
The gallery presents the Norwegian artist Nadezda (Nadya
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 24.02 in W 19.69 in D 0.79 in
"The Norwegian Madonna" Original realistic portrair. Large vertical oil painting
Located in Oslo, NO
This painting was created specifically for the New masculinity collection on Singulart.
The topic
Category
2010s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 39.38 in W 31.5 in D 0.79 in
"Autumn still life" Original vertical oil painting Impressionistic style Impasto
Located in Oslo, NO
In this oil painting, I poured my love for the vibrant transformation of nature, capturing the
Category
2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 28.75 in W 23.63 in D 0.79 in
1975 Taos New Mexico Mid-Century Modern Abstract Vertical Oil Painting
By James Meek
Located in Denver, CO
abstract oil painting by renowned artist James Meek (b. 1928). Created in 1975, this striking piece
Category
1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 53.75 in W 41.75 in D 2.25 in
"Untitled 2" Vertical oil painting seascape Italian scene of locals and animals
Located in Edgartown, MA
plan after that was to set up an atelier in Paris and spend my days painting the pretty and elongated
Category
2010s Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
"FAITH" Vertical oil painting of 5 nautical Flags against a cobalt blue sky.
By Rob Brooks
Located in Edgartown, MA
neighborhood corner store, Rob Brooks offers us a visual journey from the real to surreal. Rob Brooks paintings
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
English Late 19th Century Vertical Oil Painting of a Dog Sitting in an Armchair
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English late 19th century oil painting of a dog sitting in an armchair with red cushion in
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
H 39 in W 34 in D 3 in
Love of Solitude (Pastel Vertical Gestural Abstract Painting on Canvas)
By Ragellah Rourke
Located in Hudson, NY
Love of Solitude (Abstract Gestural Pastel Palette Vertical Oil Painting) by Ragellah Rourke
2024
Category
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 48 in W 36 in D 1.5 in
Vertical by Shoshone River, Painting, Oil on Other
By Richard Szkutnik
Located in Yardley, PA
Original en plein air oil on panel painting paint by Shoshone River WY :: Painting :: Impressionist
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vertical Flow, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Howard Danelowitz
Located in Yardley, PA
Vertical Flow explores a vertical linear plane using 4 colors. :: Painting :: Abstract :: This
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
English garden. Impressionism, landscape oil painting, vertical.
Located in Oslo, NO
This plein air oil painting, created in 2024 in Munich's iconic English Garden, captures a serene
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 15.75 in W 11.82 in D 0.4 in
Incident II (horse leg hoof equestrian man surrealistic animal tennis brown art)
By Rudolf Kosow
Located in Quebec, Quebec
A surreal vertical oil painting titled Incident by Rudolf Kosow depicts an immense, detailed black
Category
2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 59.06 in W 35.44 in D 0.79 in
Horizontal and Vertical Figures, Contemporary Figurative Oil Painting
By John Emanuel
Located in Brecon, Powys
Warm sepia tones in this classic Emanuel painting.
John Emanuel "it is the figure , not the nude I
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Renaissance model" Vertical large oil painting . Realism .Figurative
Located in Oslo, NO
In this panting , I’ve drawn upon the rich texture of oil and acrylic to bring to life a moment of
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic
H 39.38 in W 31.5 in D 0.79 in
AMAZON GUITARIST- Figurative Painting, vertical oil on canvas
Located in Miami, FL
Oil on canvas, height 48 in, width 40 in, the painting shown on the wall may not be proportional to
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Hollyhocks in Full Bloom, original 30x24 expressionist floral landscape
By Doreen Tighe
Located in Spring Lake, NJ
Doreen Tighe's most recent floral creation is this 30x24 expressionist vertical oil painting of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 36 in W 30 in D 1 in
Incident: Large Framed Vertical Luminist Style Oil Landscape Painting
By Leigh Palmer
Located in Hudson, NY
Oil on canvas
60 x 48 inches
This large vertical painting of an expansive pastoral landscape was
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
H 60 in W 48 in D 2 in
Sola Puig Mimosas Vertical Small original impressionist oil painting
By Joan Sola Puig
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
" Mimosas " original impressionist oil painting
Sola PUIG, Joan (Barcelona 1950 )
Joan SOLÁ
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood
H 9.06 in W 12.6 in D 0.4 in
«Portrait of Norwegian girl» Original oil painting . Vertical . Green .
Located in Oslo, NO
In this oil painting, I endeavored to capture a poignant moment, the gaze that conveys the silent
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
H 24.02 in W 19.69 in D 0.79 in
Sola Puig Mallorca Vertical Small original impressionist oil painting
By Joan Sola Puig
Located in CORAL GABLES - MIAMI, FL
" Mallorca " original impressionist oil painting
Sola PUIG, Joan (Barcelona 1950 )
Joan SOLÁ
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 13.78 in W 9.45 in D 0.79 in
“Ballerina in black leotard” .Original figurative oil painting .Vertical .
Located in Oslo, NO
paintings by Nadezda Stupina, you make a smart investment, as the price of her paintings is growing every
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 0.79 in
"Love" Contemporary oil painting . Vertical large size . Female portrait
Located in Oslo, NO
Crafted with delicate brushstrokes in oil, my work captures a timeless moment of introspection and
Category
2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
H 39.38 in W 31.5 in D 0.79 in
1950s Original Geometric Abstract Oil Painting, Vertical & Horizontal Art
By Paul Kauvar Smith
Located in Denver, CO
This vibrant abstract oil painting by Paul Kauvar Smith (1893-1977) features a striking composition
Category
1950s Abstract Geometric Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
H 29.5 in W 23.75 in D 2 in
Oriental Still Life. Vertical, oil, bright, painting, fruits
Located in Oslo, NO
this work of art, confirmed by a certificate of authenticity. By purchasing paintings by Anna
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 0.79 in
Red Boatman (Vertical Monochromatic Red Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas)
By Richard Britell
Located in Hudson, NY
86 x 48 inches
vertical, monochromatic red landscape oil painting on canvas
This large vertical
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Two Sisters (Vertical Monochromatic Blue Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas)
By Richard Britell
Located in Hudson, NY
oil painting on canvas
This large vertical blue monochromatic landscape oil painting imparts
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Tranquility by Allison Chambers, Oil on paper vertical Landscape Painting
By Allison Chambers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Allison Chambers, "Tranquility" – Serene Oil Painting on Paper
Find peace and elegance in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Paper
Girl from Surma People. Vertical, girl, portrait, oil painting, impressionism
Located in Oslo, NO
"Girl from the Surma Tribe" continues the series of paintings "Children of the World".
The so
Category
2010s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Anna ShesterikovaGirl from Surma People. Vertical, girl, portrait, oil painting, impressionism, 2025
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 0.79 in
“Blue twilight” Original vertical city landscape. Impasto oil painting . Framed
Located in Oslo, NO
paintings by Nadezda Stupina, you make a smart investment, as the price of her paintings is growing every
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Nadezda Stupina“Blue twilight” Original vertical city landscape. Impasto oil painting . Framed, 2025
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 0.79 in
Mystical Marsh by Allison Chambers, Large Oil Landscape Painting Vertical
By Allison Chambers
Located in Atlanta, GA
expert brushstrokes. With her color- and texture-driven paintings that range from medium to large scale
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Sweet adventures" Original oil painting on paper. Vertical large impressionism
Located in Oslo, NO
In this painting, I've poured my fascination with life's simple pleasures onto paper, capturing the
Category
2010s Realist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic, Bamboo Paper
H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0.04 in
“Morris’s lover 8” Vertical figurative oil painting . Nude. Women. Flowers
Located in Oslo, NO
, confirmed by a certificate of authenticity. By purchasing paintings by Nadezda Stupina, you make a smart
Category
2010s Art Nouveau Nude Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
H 17.72 in W 13.19 in D 0.4 in
”Morris’s lover 6” Vertical figurative oil painting . Nude . Flowers . Vintage
Located in Oslo, NO
, confirmed by a certificate of authenticity. By purchasing paintings by Nadezda Stupina, you make a smart
Category
2010s Art Nouveau Nude Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
H 17.72 in W 13.19 in D 0.4 in
Steady- Abstract Geometric Contemporary Modern Oil Painting on Vertical Canvas
Located in New York, NY
Small Sized Abstract Geometric Oil Painting on Canvas.
BIO:
Carrie Johnson was born in Kansas City
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
High Wire, bright color oil painting circus theme, vertical composition
By Stephen Basso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
*ABOUT Stephen Basso
Stephen Basso's highly original pastels and oil paintings are romantic, yet
Category
Early 2000s Folk Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 52.01 in W 20.01 in D 2.01 in
Umbra Mai Fu (Vertical, Monochromatic Red Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas)
By Richard Britell
Located in Hudson, NY
86 x 42 inches
vertical, monochromatic red landscape oil painting on canvas
This large vertical
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Thankfulness Study by Allison Chambers, Oil on paper vertical Landscape Painting
By Allison Chambers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Allison Chambers, "Thankfulness Study" – Expressive Oil Painting on Paper
Embrace the warmth and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil
Let's Take a Walk by Andrea Costa, Landscape Oil painting Vertical
By Andrea Costa
Located in Atlanta, GA
Andrea Costa – Let's Take a Walk – Original Oil Painting on Canvas
Step into a moment of quiet
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Mixed Media, Oil
H 18 in W 14 in D 2 in
It's a Wonderland by Allison Chambers, Large Oil Landscape Painting Vertical
By Allison Chambers
Located in Atlanta, GA
expert brushstrokes. With her color- and texture-driven paintings that range from medium to large scale
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Angel I. Mystic/symbolic oil painting, vertical, dark colors, medium size
Located in Oslo, NO
them out of the shadows. There’s a striking contrast in the painting: delicate, tender brushstrokes on
Category
Early 2000s Surrealist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 27.56 in W 23.63 in D 0.99 in
"Flight" Vertical abstract large oil painting on canvas . Pink . Blue . Brown
Located in Oslo, NO
In creating this piece, I delved into the interplay of acrylic, oil, and ink to sculpt depth and
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
H 39.38 in W 31.5 in D 0.79 in
Vertical garden 1 (Abstract painting)
By Adrienn Krahl
Located in London, GB
Vertical garden 1 (Abstract painting)
Acrylic, oil pastel and graphite on canvas - Unframed
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite
Vertical garden 2 (Abstract painting)
By Adrienn Krahl
Located in London, GB
Vertical garden 2 (Abstract painting)
Acrylic, oil pastel and graphite on canvas - Unframed
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite
Vertical garden 2 (Abstract painting)
By Adrienn Krahl
Located in London, GB
Vertical garden 2 (Abstract painting)
Acrylic, oil pastel and graphite on canvas - Unframed
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Graphite, Canvas, Oil Pastel
Vertical garden 2 (Abstract painting)
By Adrienn Krahl
Located in London, GB
Vertical garden 2 (Abstract painting)
Acrylic, oil pastel and graphite on canvas - Unframed
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite
Vertical garden 1 (Abstract painting)
By Adrienn Krahl
Located in London, GB
Vertical garden 1 (Abstract painting)
Acrylic, oil pastel and graphite on canvas - Unframed
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Graphite
"Wisdom tree" Vertical semi-abstract oil painting on hardboard . Large size
Located in Oslo, NO
In this painting, I've unleashed a vibrant symphony of emotions, blending acrylic, oil, and ink to
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Acrylic, Wood Panel
H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 0.4 in
Minimalist Taos New Mexico Female American Artist Vertical ONE oil Painting
By Joan Watts
Located in New York, NY
Mexico. This is a minimalist oil painting on canvas
Joan watts
1990s
Oil on canvas
30x20 sight
Signed
Category
Late 20th Century Minimalist Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 20 in W 30 in D 1.5 in
Dawn of the Tigris: Mid-Century Modern Vertical Abstract Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
"Dawn of the Tigris" is a captivating oil on canvas abstract painting by 20th Century artist
Category
Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 49.5 in W 37.5 in D 2 in
Ascendance - vertical staircase oil on canvas
By Anne Subercaseaux
Located in Burlingame, CA
Anne Subercaseaux's meticulous oil on canvas paintings find substance in the insubstantial
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Candy Sticks" Contemporary Photorealism Vertical Framed Oil on Canvas Painting
By Alexander Sheversky
Located in Baltimore, MD
"Candy Sticks" is a framed oil painting on canvas by Alexander Sheversky, depicting a highly
Category
2010s Photorealist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint, Oil
"Still life with sunflowers", vertical, impressionism, still life, oil painting
Located in Oslo, NO
the slow, unhurried rhythm of summer. Bliss.
The painting is framed in an antique-style silver frame
Category
2010s Impressionist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
Irina Forrester"Still life with sunflowers", vertical, impressionism, still life, oil painting, 2022
H 19.3 in W 15.36 in D 0.6 in
Rollin In by Allison Chambers, Large Vertical Oil Landscape Painting With Moon
By Allison Chambers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Allison Chambers – Rollin In – Original Oil Painting on Canvas
Capture the beauty of nature’s
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Old Teapot, Still life, Oil painting, Impasto, Canvas on panel, Vertical
Located in Oslo, NO
This still life was painted in 2024.
Vertically composed, oil on canvas on panel.
The main
Category
2010s Realist Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 9.85 in W 7.88 in D 0.2 in
SECRET SPOT- Colorful Landscape Painting vertical
Located in Miami, FL
Oil on canvas, height 59 in, width 39.3 in, the painting shown on the wall may not be proportional
Category
2010s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
RED RIBBON- Blue & Red Painting vertical
Located in Miami, FL
Oil on canvas, height 35.4 in, width 27.5 in, the painting shown on the wall may not be
Category
2010s Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Colorful Gladioli. Vertical, landscape, oil, impressionism, flowers
Located in Oslo, NO
The painting was painted outdoors in a field in Liechtenstein in 2023 in the style of Modern
Category
2010s Abstract Impressionist Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 27.56 in W 23.63 in D 0.79 in
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Vertical Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of vertical oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. A selection of these works in the Contemporary, Abstract and Post-Impressionist styles can be found today in our inventory. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Vertical oil paintings available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes gray, brown, black, beige and more. These artworks have been a part of the life’s work for many artists, but the versions made by Geri Eubanks, Gabe Brown, Stephen Cimini, Lalani Nan and Josette Urso are consistently popular. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in paint, oil paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.
How Much are Vertical Oil Paintings?
The average selling price for vertical oil paintings we offer is $3,600, while they’re typically $195 on the low end and $35,500 for the highest priced.
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.
When we look at paintings, particularly those that originated in the past, we learn about history, other cultures and countries of the world. Like every other work of art, paintings — whether they are contemporary creations or works that were made during the 19th century — can often help us clearly see and understand the world around us in a meaningful and interesting way.
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.
Today, creating a wall of art is a wonderful way to enhance your space, showcase beautiful pieces and tie an interior design together.
No matter your preference, whether you favor Post-Impressionist paintings, animal paintings, Surrealism, Pop art or another movement or specific period, arranging art on a blank wall allows you to evoke emotions in a room while also showing off your tastes and interests. A symmetrical wall arrangement may comprise a grid of four to six pieces or, for an odd number of works, a horizontal row. Asymmetrical arrangements, which may be small clusters of art or large, salon-style gallery walls, have a more collected and eclectic feel.
Download the 1stDibs app, which includes a handy “View on Wall” feature that allows you to see how a particular artwork will look on a particular wall, and read about how to arrange wall art. And if you’re searching for the perfect palette for your interior design project, what better place to turn than to the art world’s masters of color?
On 1stDibs, you’ll find an expansive collection of paintings and other fine art for your home or office. Browse abstract paintings, portrait paintings, paintings by emerging artists and more today.
Questions About Vertical Oil Paintings
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).
You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)
To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.
If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.
Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. - What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
- 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.
- 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 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 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, 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 ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can use oil paint on wood as long as you prep the wood first. The first thing you should do is seal the wood with a primer. Ideally, paint two coats of sealer onto the wood so that the paint doesn't cause the wood to rot over time.
- Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Dali did indeed use oil paint. Although he used oil paints in the traditional method, he would at times add natural resin or linseed oil to play with fluidity and texture. You can shop a selection of Salvador Dali’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs 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.
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