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Large Dutch Windmill Oil Painting with Crows Signed Valentin, 1987
Located in Miami, FL
Large Dutch Windmill Oil Painting with Crows Signed Valentin 1987
Offered for sale is a well
Category
Late 20th Century Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Linen, Wood
Windmill in Maasluis, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Windmill in Maasluis, studio painting done after the plain air on the location. :: Painting
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Winter windmill, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Winter Holland landscape with a small windmill at the iced channel. Alla prima painting with small
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"Sag Harbor Windmill" - contemporary oil painting of historic Hamptons windmill
By Tina Orsolic Dalessio
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Orsolic Dalessio depicts the iconic landmark of Sag Harbor: its windmill. The plein air painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Windmill Wehe, Germany, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
Located in Yardley, PA
Today's Weher Windmill was the bishop's mill until 1650, then until 1732 it was owned by the Rahden
Category
2010s Realist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Landscape with a windmill, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Landscape with a windmill, plain air painting. :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece comes
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
Winter windmill in Maasluis, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Winter Holland landscape with a small windmill at the iced channel. Alla prima painting with small
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 15.7 in W 11.8 in D 0.4 in
Spring windmill in Maasluis, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Spring landscape with a windmill. Plain air painting in a nice spring sunny day. :: Painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 11.8 in W 11.8 in D 0.4 in
French school Windmill scene Oil painting Signed
Located in Zofingen, AG
painting showcases Northern France countryside, characterized by traditional windmills, small houses, and a
Category
1910s Impressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Gesso, Oil, Wood Panel, Stretcher Bars
H 8.67 in W 10.63 in D 0.79 in
Anthony Thieme Windmill Landscape Oil Painting
By Anthony Thieme
Located in Dallas, TX
Anthony Thieme (Am. 1888–1954) Dutch landscape with Windmill.
Oil on canvas
Signed (A. Thieme) L/L
Category
1930s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Paint
Tulip fields with a windmill, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
The painting depicts a colorful tulip field in the Netherlands, highlighted by a windmill
Category
2010s Impressionist Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 15.7 in W 19.7 in D 0.4 in
Contemporary painting, Dutch Windmill.
By Louis Letouche
Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA
Louis Letouche (1924-2015) – "Dutch Windmill"
Oil on canvas mounted on panel, signed and dated '87
Category
1980s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Vintage Oil Painting Windmill on Mykonos Landscape 1964
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3701 Oil on stretched canvas
Set in a vintage hand painted frame
Image size 15x19"
Category
1960s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Landscape Oil Painting, Harvest Field with Windmill and Mountains.
Located in Berlin, DE
Landscape painting, harvest field with windmill and mountains.
Dimensions without frame.
Frame
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Plywood
Windmill, England Classical Impressionism Style Landscape Oil painting Framed
By Simon Kozhin
Located in Zofingen, AG
On a high hill stands a wooden windmill, and waits for its Quixote.A gray cloudy day, the wind
Category
Early 2000s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 19.1 in W 20.28 in D 0.79 in
Landscape with Windmill - British 19th century art Counstablesque oil painting
By Frederick Waters Watts
Located in London, GB
This superb atmospheric British Victorian landscape oil painting is by Frederick Waters Watts
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Carl J. Smith Western Landscape with Cattle & Windmill Oil on Board Painting
By Carl J. Smith
Located in Austin, TX
, sparse greenery, longhorn cattle, and a windmill. This painting measures 18" x 24" and is executed in oil
Category
20th Century Post-War Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Frozen River Scene with Windmill Beyond, Oil on Panel Painting
Located in Naples, Florida
Nijmegen and then later in Arnhem and gained notoriety for his highly detailed landscape paintings. Today
Category
Late 19th Century Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Rural Country Scene Windmill Figures Pond & Animals Large Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The English Countryside
English School, 20th century
oil on canvas, framed
Framed: 27.5 x 40 inches
Category
20th Century English School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
SIGNED FRENCH IMPRESSIONIST OIL PAINTING - WINDMILL IN RURAL FARM LANDSCAPE
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: C. Dammel (French contemporary)
Title: Farm Landscape
Medium: oil painting on
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 19.75 in W 23.75 in D 1 in
City Garden with Windmill Beyond - Scottish 19th century landscape oil painting
By David Fulton
Located in London, GB
This superb 19th century oil painting is by noted exhibited Scottish artist David Fulton. Painted
Category
19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Oil on Canvas Painting Southern California Los Angeles Country Scene Windmill
By Ben Abril
Located in Portland, OR
A very good & large oil on canvas painting by California artist Ben Abril (1923-1995), Southern
Category
1950s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 28.5 in W 44.75 in D 2 in
Signed Antique English Oil Painting Busy Coastal Scene Fishing Boats & Windmills
By Victorian School
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
English School, 19th century
signed oil painting on canvas, framed
framed: 16 x 26 inches
canvas
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Dutch Oil Painting Windmill under Windswept Skies Large Gilt Frame
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Dutch School, late 19th century
oil on canvas, framed
22 x 31 inches framed
15 x 24 inches. canvas
Category
19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Large French Impressionist Oil Warm Windmill Landscape
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Landscape
Medium & Size:
oil painting
canvas: 18 x 22 inches
Condition:
the
Category
Mid-19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Montmartre Paris Windmill Early 1900's French Signed Oil Painting Figures
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Le Moulin
French School, early 20th century
signed oil on board unframed
board: 10 x 13.5 inches
Category
Early 20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th century landscape oil painting of a village tavern with a windmill
By John Holland Senior
Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire
John Holland Snr
British, (1830-1886)
The Windmill Tavern
Oil on canvas, signed
Image size: 13
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 18.25 in W 25.75 in D 3 in
Windmill landscape
By Arthur Willett
Located in Hillsborough, NC
Charming 19th century/20th century oil on canvas painting in carved wooden frame, signed A
Category
Late 19th Century Naturalistic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"Pier Parking Sag Harbor" oil painting, streetscape in village w windmill & flag
By Carl Bretzke
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
A small oil painting by Carl Bretzke. A fleeting moment on Sag Harbor's Long Wharf in springtime
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Zeyu Zhang Impressionist Original Oil On Canvas "Windmill"
Located in New York, NY
Title: Windmill
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 26 x 19 inches
Frame: Framing options available
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Naturalistic Dutch painting - Late 19th century landscape painting - Windmill
Located in Varmo, IT
with frame.
Antique oil painting on panel, in gilded wooden frame.
Condition report: Good state of
Category
Late 19th Century Naturalistic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Wyn Appleford (1932-2016) - 20th Century Oil, Three Windmills
By Wyn Appleford
Located in Corsham, GB
A captivating impasto oil painting by the artist Wyn Appleford, depicting a village view with three
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Denise Woldecky - 20th Century Oil, Windmill In The Sun
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming 20th Century oil, showing a white washed windmill in the sun with green woodland all
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
William Henriksen (1880-1964) - Framed Oil, White Sailed Windmill
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming oil painting by Danish artist William Henriksen depicting a white sailed windmill and
Category
Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Charming Dutch School, Oil Painting On Board COastal Scene with Windmill
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Oil Painting, Dutch School (20th Century) Oil on Board. A coastal scene with boat, windmill and
Category
Antique Early 1900s Paintings
Materials
Giltwood, Masonite, Paint
“American Rural, Windmill” Contemporary Colorful Pastoral Landscape Painting
Located in Houston, TX
windmill set against a vibrant blue sky and green field. Signed by the artist in the front lower right
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 48 in W 60 in D 1.5 in
Windmill. Middle of 1940s, oil on cardboard, 54x65 cm
By Harijs Veldre
Located in Riga, LV
Windmill. Middle of 1940s, oil on cardboard, 54x65 cm
Harijs Veldre (Bullis till 1947) (1927.8.III
Category
1940s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard
H 21.26 in W 25.6 in D 0.04 in
Landscape with windmill
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
KUWASSEG Charles Euphrasie (1838-1904)
Landscape with Windmill
Oil on canvas signed low right
New
Category
1870s Academic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Windmill in Provence
Located in Genève, GE
Work on canvas
Molded frame in plaster and gilded wood
63 x 75 x 5 cm
Category
Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Windmill in Niforeika
By Simon Kozhin
Located in Zofingen, AG
The white wind tower is located on a hilltop near the hotel on the Greek island of Peloponnese, located in a picturesque bay. The coast, consisting of rocks and various types of ston...
Category
2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Cardboard
Plein Air Artist Marc Dalessio landscape painting "Windmill - Holland"
By Marc Dalessio
Located in Rockport, MA
Plein Air Landscape Painter Marc Dalessio painting titled "Windmill-Holland" 8"x12" signed lower
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mid Century Dutch Windmill Original Oil in Dutch Impressionist Style
Located in Soquel, CA
Mid Century Dutch Windmill Original Oil in Dutch Impressionist Style
Colorful French impressionist
Category
1950s Old Masters Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil, Stretcher Bars
H 28 in W 32.5 in D 2 in
Paris : Old Windmill in Montmartre - Original oil on canvas, signed
By Edgar Stoëbel
Located in Paris, IDF
Edgar STOEBEL
Paris : Old Windmill in Montmartre
Original oil on canvas
Signed
On canvas 65 x 81
Category
1950s Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
H 30.32 in W 37.01 in
P. T. - English School Early 20th Century Oil, Old Windmill
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming depiction of a woman feeding chickens by an old windmill. The artist captures charming
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Pastoral Landscape with Windmill
Located in Austin, TX
By Rick Morris Patterson
Oil on Canvas
16" x 20"
Framed Size: 25.5" x 29"
This rural Texas
Category
20th Century American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
"COUNTRYSIDE WINDMILL" TEXAS HILL COUNTRY LANDSCAPE WINDMILL STOCK TANK & MORE
Located in San Antonio, TX
Joe G. Russel
(1926-2008)
Kerrville Artist
Image Size: 24 x 36
Frame Size: 31.5 x 43.5
Medium: Oil
Category
20th Century American Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Bucolic Landscape with Windmill - Germany Countryside Original Oil on Linen
Located in Soquel, CA
(Germany, 1848-1922). Today the Windmills are historic landmarks, but there was a time when they provided
Category
Early 20th Century Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Linen, Oil
Dutch landscape with windmills
By Gerard Delfgaauw
Located in DEVENTER, NL
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‘Dutch landscape with windmills’
Signed lower right G. J. Delfgaauw
Oil on canvas
At the back of the
Category
Early 20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
FERNAND AUDET (1923-2016) FRENCH IMPRESSIONIST OIL - SUNSET OVER WINDMILLS
By Fernand Audet
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
"Sunset"
by Fernand Audet (French, Tarascon 1923- Mulhouse 2016)
signed
oil painting on board
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Dutch riverlandscape with windmill, impressionist, oil on panel, double signed
By Edward Antoon Portielje
Located in DEVENTER, NL
riverlandscape with windmill
Signed upperleft corner 'Edward Portielje' and lowerright corner C.H. Hermans 1880
Category
Late 19th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Wyn Appleford (1932-2016) - 20th Century Oil, Village View with Windmills
By Wyn Appleford
Located in Corsham, GB
An atmospheric oil painting by the artist Wyn Appleford, depicting a village scene with three
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Julian Trevelyan Cretan Windmills Oil on Canvas Modern British Art - Crete
By Julian Trevelyan
Located in London, GB
Julian Trevelyan
Cretan Windmills (1964)
Oil on Canvas
61 x 77 cm
The windmills Trevelyan saw in
Category
20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
The Pond at Windmill Farm, Original Painting
By Patricia Prendergast
Located in San Francisco, CA
serene haziness. Her work recalls the paintings from the Hudson River School such as Thomas Cole and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Drawings and Waterc...
Materials
Oil Pastel
Antique Dutch Oil on Canvas Painting "Port Scene with Windmill" Signed by Artist
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Dutch Oil on Canvas Painting "Port Scene with Windmill" Signed "G. J. Delfgauw".
Gerardus
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
H 29.25 in W 33 in D 3 in
English windmill with stormy sky
By Charles Bertie Hall
Located in Woodbury, CT
Wonderful English impressionist painting depicting an English windmill with a stormy sky at the
Category
1990s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Board
Windmill, John Crome (1768–1821)
By John Crome
Located in London, GB
This painting by John Crome depicting a windmill is characterized by his early 19th-century English
Category
Late 18th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Contemporary French Impressionist Oil Windmill and White Town Houses Along Coast
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Landscape
by Georges Bordonave (French contemporary)
oil painting on board, unframed
board: 13 x 16
Category
Late 20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique English 19th Century Oil Windmill Under Night Sky Fluffy Clouds Framed
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Windmill under an Evening Sky
Norfolk School artist from the 19th century
the artist clearly
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Dutch canal landscape with windmills.
Located in Douglas, Isle of Man
much sort after, and still are today, and consequently Jo quit painting to assist her husband with his
Category
Early 1900s Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
H 19.75 in W 31.5 in D 3 in
"Stone House & Windmill", W.A. Slaughter, Original, Oil on Canvas, 24x36 in.
By William A. Slaughter
Located in Dallas, TX
"Stone House and Windmill" by W.A. Slaughter is a rare original oil on canvas painting measuring
Category
1970s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
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Windmill Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of windmill oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. Finding the perfect Impressionist, Contemporary or Post-Impressionist examples of these works for your space is difficult — today, we have a vast range of variations and more on offer. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Windmill oil paintings available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes brown, gray, black, beige and more. These artworks have been a part of the life’s work for many artists, but the versions made by Henri Duhem, Jean-Baptiste-Antoine Guillemet, G. Harvey, William A. Slaughter and Joseph Thors are consistently popular. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in oil paint, paint and fabric.
How Much are Windmill Oil Paintings?
The average selling price for windmill oil paintings we offer is $2,950, while they’re typically $350 on the low end and $47,850 for the highest priced.
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To identify an oil painting, look closely at its surface. Compared to other paintings, pieces produced in oils usually show off a variety of textures across the canvas, and the paint will appear layered on. If you're looking to determine the name, age or creator of a work, try snapping a photo with your smartphone’s camera and conducting a reverse image search online. Shop a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 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.
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- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Varnishing an oil is not necessary, but it is recommended because it protects the painting and corrects surface irregularities.
- 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.
- 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, 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.
- 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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The 1stDibs Guide to Types of Abstract Art
Get to know the key movements and artists who have influenced visual culture for more than a century.
With a Show at MoMA, Marlon Mullen Paints Pictures That Are beyond Words
The nonspeaking California artist is having a moment, with vivacious paintings that play on art-magazine covers as well as more mysterious abstractions.
The Vibrant Beauty of Orphist Art Supersedes Its Perplexing Name
This kaleidoscopic early-modern art style has long deserved another look. Now, the Guggenheim museum is doing just that.
The 50 Most Expensive Paintings Ever Sold
Curious about the most expensive paintings in the world? Discover the stories behind these masterpieces as well as the staggering prices they fetched.
Ludwig Bemelmans Captures the Thrilling Sight of Coney Island at Night
The ‘Madeline’ creator and Carlyle Hotel legend was in a New York state of mind in the 1940s when he produced this exuberant and rare oil painting.
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.