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What is an original painting?
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An original painting is anything thought to be the true work of the artist instead of an imitation or reproduction. Original art can be in any media, as long as it is the first of that piece of art.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
When we refer to "original" it simply means a unique painting made by the artist's own hand. Acrylic, oil, engraving, watercolor, or drawings are authentic techniques that allow the artist to capture his or her distinctive stamp: such as textures, a particular way of brushstroke, colors, lines, among other elements. But besides, the idea must be unique, the result of creativity, which makes the work more valuable and desirable.
Irena Orlov ArtFebruary 25, 2021
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ZERO (ORIGINAL PAINTING)
By Peter Max
Located in Aventura, FL
Original painting on paper. Hand signed on front by the artist. Sheet size 44 x 35 inches. Custom
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Paper
Madonna - Original painting on canvas
By Mr. Brainwash
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mr. Brainwash
Madonna
2009
Excellent
Original Painting with screen-printing on wood panel
Unique
Category
Early 2000s Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Rain Garden Original Painting by Marcia Priestley
Located in MADRID, ES
Rain Garden Original Painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Concreate Bird, Fiona Smith, Original Painting
By Fiona Smith
Located in Deddington, GB
Concrete Bird, original painting by Fiona Smith, acrylic on board, 30.5 x 25.5 cm.
This painting
Category
2010s Naturalistic Still-life Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Tiger - Original Painting on Linen
By Dave White
Located in New York, NY
Original Painting of Tiger with great colors. On linen.
This is a beautiful piece by a world
Category
2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Sisterhood, Original Painting
By Mary Pratt
Located in San Francisco, CA
impressionistic yet modern oil paintings that capture the world with a jovial poise. Her soft, ethereal palette is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic