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Japanese Fauvist Colorful Oil Painting Chinese Ceramic Jars with Fan and Apple
Located in Surfside, FL
Yoshio Aoyama (Japanese, 1894-1996) "Nature Morte". Oil on canvas. 1981. Signed 'Aoyama' (upper
Category

1980s Fauvist Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Oil Painting Chinese Still life 1850 ENGLISH show to exposition Universelle 1913
Located in DÉNIA, ES
rare old painting from the mid-19th century, painting representing a Chinoiserie of very high
Category

Antique 1850s English Victorian Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Octopus - Oil Paint by Adriano Pompa - 2019
By Adriano Pompa
Located in Roma, IT
Octopus - 2019 - mixed media on canvas applied on cardboard (oil painting, china ink and paint
Category

2010s Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

French School - Portrait Black Elvis - Large - Oil Painting Post Impressionist
Located in Sempach, LU
Portrait Elvis Presley Technique: Acrylics, oil painting, China ink on canvas 73x60cm
Category

2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Ink, Oil, Acrylic

French School - Portrait Thom Yorke - Radiohead - Oil Impressionist
Located in Sempach, LU
Portrait Thom Yorke - Radiohead Technique: Acrylics, oil painting, China ink on canvas 73x60cm
Category

2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Ink, Oil, Acrylic

French School - Portrait Blue Miles POP - Oil Painting 21th - Post Impressionist
Located in Sempach, LU
Portrait Miles Davis Miles Davis icon portrait. Technique: Acrylics, oil painting, China ink on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Ink, Acrylic

French School - Urbanscape Triumphal Arch - Paris Oil Post Impressionist
Located in Sempach, LU
academic architecture from Paris. Technique: Acrylics, oil painting, China ink on canvas 73x60cm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Ink, Acrylic

French School - Portrait Thom Yorke - Large - Oil Post Impressionist
Located in Sempach, LU
Portrait Thom Yorke - Radiohead Technique: Acrylics, oil painting, China ink on canvas 73x60cm
Category

2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Ink, Oil, Acrylic

French School - Portrait Kurt Electrophospho Pop - XL Oil Post Impressionist
Located in Sempach, LU
, oil painting, China ink on canvas 80x80cm / 31,5x31,5inch 》》R E A D Y -- T O -- H A N G《《 ❶
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Ink, Acrylic

China Doll, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Maxime Cousineau-Pérusse
Located in Yardley, PA
Dark black and grey tones, along with warm red and orange. Oil painting on canvas, with satin
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

French School - Portrait Madonna - XLarge - Post Impressionist
Located in Sempach, LU
. Technique: Acrylics, oil painting, China ink on canvas 80x80cm / 31.5x31.5 inch 》》R E A D Y -- T O -- H A N
Category

2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Ink, Oil, Acrylic

French School - Portrait Madonna - XLarge - Post Impressionist
Located in Sempach, LU
. Technique: Acrylics, oil painting, China ink on canvas 80x80cm / 31.5x31.5 inch 》》R E A D Y -- T O -- H A N
Category

2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Ink, Oil, Acrylic

"Oranges and China Frog, " Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Linda Tracey Brandon's (US based) "Oranges and China Frog" is an oil painting that depicts seven
Category

2010s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Digging a Hole to China, Painting, Oil on MDF Panel
By Adam Wexelblatt
Located in Yardley, PA
digging? Because mom told us if we dug deep enough we would end up in China! We never made it, but mom
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Soochow/Suzchou China - Scottish 20's Impressionist art oil painting canal China
By Robert Cecil Robertson
Located in London, GB
Scottish artist. This Stunning Chinese landscape oil painting depicts the canal landscape from circa 1922
Category

20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique Chinese Junk Reverse Oil Painting on Glass 1940
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-3537 Reverse oil painting on glass with gilt detailing. Set in a gilt wood frame Image size
Category

1940s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Chinese Vase - Oil Painting by Zhang Wei Guang - 2004
By Zhang Wei Guang
Located in Roma, IT
Chinese Vase is an original oil painting realized in 2004 by Zhang Wei Guang (Mirror). Oil
Category

Early 2000s Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique Chinese American Impressionist Landscape Framed Signed Oil Painting
By Lau Chun
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American impressionist landscape oil painting. Oil on canvas. Signed. Framed. Image
Category

1970s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Alibaba data center, Qiandao Lake, Zhejiang, China, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
, magazines and the internet. :: Painting :: Contemporary :: This piece comes with an official certificate of
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique Chinese Reverse Oil Painting on Glass Village Landscape 1940
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
5-3536 Chinese Landscape reverse oil Painting on glass with gilt detailing Set in a gilt wood
Category

1940s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

Miao Girl, South China Mountains, Ethnic, Oil Painting , Figurative
Located in Houston, TX
Miao Girl depicts a young Miao girl in her native costume. This was painted from a trip to China
Category

2010s American Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mysterious Dense Misty Purple Chinese brushstroke Township Oil Painting
By Gao Xiao Yun
Located in Kuala Lumpur, MY
Farewell in Misty Rain 醉别烟雨 Chinese artist Gao Xiao Yun is inspired by nature scenes of Suzhou
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th Century China Trade Tea Clipper in full sail at Sea, sailing
Located in Woodbury, CT
19th century China Trade Tea Clipper at Sea in Full Sail. Owning in a 19th-century China Trade
Category

1880s Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Large Chinese Contemporary Abstract Colorful Carved Oil Painting Jin Junjie
Located in Surfside, FL
2017 The Spirit of China, the fourth oil painting exhibition (abstract painting) Today Art Museum
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil

Large Chinese Contemporary Abstract Colorful Carved Oil Painting Jin Junjie
Located in Surfside, FL
2017 The Spirit of China, the fourth oil painting exhibition (abstract painting) Today Art Museum
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil

Antique Chinese American Impressionist Ashcan Portrait Young Woman Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique impressionist painting of a young woman by Chee Chin S Cheung Lee (1896 - 1966). Oil on
Category

1920s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Chinese Desserts - Photorealist Fruit Tart Grapes Cupcake Colorful Oil Painting
By Stuart Dunkel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stuart Dunkel has spent decades refining his hyper-realistic oil paintings. He paints realistic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Photorealist Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Raymond Howell, Chinese Dim Sum Feast, 1979, Oil Painting on Masonite
Located in San Francisco, CA
Raymond Howell, Chinese Dim Sum Feast, 1979 Oil on masonite 28" x 36" unframed, 35.5" x 43. 75
Category

20th Century American Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Oil

Qing Dynasty Chinese Reverse Glass Painting
Located in New Orleans, LA
century. Chinese painters and calligraphers began the practice of painting in oil on glass in the mid-18th
Category

19th Century Qing Paintings

Materials

Glass, Oil

Chinese Dragon Figurative Painting Oil Canvas Colors Blue Black Red Pink
By Eleonora Droumeva
Located in Sofia, BG
"Chinese" is a painting by Maestro Eleonora Droumeva. About the artwork: TECHNIQUE: oil painting
Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Dyptich Rural scenes from the Chinese Countryside - Oil Painting - a Pair
Located in Pasadena, CA
This peaceful pair of 19th Century paintings show two rural scenes from the Chinese countryside
Category

19th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"The Voice from the Mountains, " Oil on Canvas - Figurative Chinese Painting
Located in Houston, TX
This Painting depicts the 'Miao' minority hill tribe people from Central China. The rich elegance
Category

1990s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil on Canvas; Large Pair of Paintings Depicting Chinese Vases
Located in San Francisco, CA
Each large well-rendered painting depicting Chinese vases finely detailed with colorful floral and
Category

Vintage 1960s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

20th Century Oil painting, a View of Chinese Junks at sea.
By Ken Moroney
Located in Woodbury, CT
20th Century Oil painting of an Impressionist scene of Chinese Junks at sea. Moroney was born on
Category

1990s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Contemporary Oil - Chinese Junk Boats
Located in Corsham, GB
A striking oil of impressive size showing a view of Hong Kong harbor with junks and smaller fishing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Reflection", oil painting
By Wang Kun
Located in Denver, CO
Wang Kun's "Portrait of Qiang Woman" is an oil painting created in 2023 that depicts a traditional
Category

2010s American Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Realist Oil Painting "The China Tea Clipper 'Shun Lee'" by Montague Dawson
Located in New York, NY
The China Tea Clipper "Shun Lee" Signed MONTAGUE DAWSON A gorgeous oil painting focusing of the
Category

20th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Finding Joy in the Simple Things
By Angela China
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Joyful & colorful oil on canvas.
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Chinese Impressionist Oil Painting on Board Hong Kong Landscape Hu Shanyu, 1950s
Located in Portland, OR
Important, Impressionist original oil painting on artist's board, a landscape of Hong Kong circa
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Oltrarno" Oil painting
Located in Denver, CO
Daud Akhriev's (EUR and US based) "Oltrarno" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a
Category

2010s Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

'Chinese Modernist Scene of Two Male Figures, ' by H. Xumo, Oil Painting
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
In this mid-century modern oil painting, two Chinese male figures in yellow and red clothing are
Category

Mid-20th Century Cubist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Thunder, Oil Painting
By Shao Yuan Zhang
Located in San Francisco, CA
watercolor and traditional ink calligraphy styles into this series of oil paintings.About the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mother and Child Portrait Oil Painting by Chinese Painter, Yanzhou Xu
Located in New York, NY
Portrait of a proud mother and angelic child by the acclaimed Chinese artist and gradua.National
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

"A Sense of Antiquity" Landscape Oil Painting inspired by Modern Chinese Ink
By Gao Xiao Yun
Located in Kuala Lumpur, MY
Water and air are main elements in Gao Xiao Yun’s painting. He illustrates Suzhou water township in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Misty Landscape In Red Inspired By Chinese Ink And Contemporary Oil Painting
By Gao Xiao Yun
Located in Kuala Lumpur, MY
Water and air are main elements in Gao Xiao Yun’s painting. He illustrates Suzhou water township in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Shanghai Pastoral, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Igor Shulman
Located in Yardley, PA
metaphorical. As a symbol of the resurgent China. As a symbol of tomorrow's freedom. And I do not mean only
Category

2010s Realist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Chinese, 21st Century oil painting, study of marble statue and birds, in golds
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
Shiquan Zou (Chinese, born 1965) Study of a marble statue in classical drapery Oil on canvas Signed
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Academic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Oil Painting Interior Scene Chair w Chinese Rug Joseph Solman American Art WPA
By Joseph Solman
Located in Surfside, FL
Joseph Solman (1909-2008), Chair with Chinese Rug, oil paint on masonite, initialed JS on recto
Category

20th Century Modern Interior Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

"China Cup Jumble", still life, blues, cream, green, orange, oil painting
By Marcia Wise
Located in Natick, MA
Marcia Wise's 'China Cup Jumble' is a 24 x 24 inch still life in oil paint from a series based on
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Andalusian Farm" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Daud Akhriev's (EUR and US based) "Andalusion Farm" is an original, handmade oil painting that
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

"Finca Naranja" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Daud Akhriev's (EUR and US based) "Finca Naranja" is an original, handmade oil painting that
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Board, Oil

Compassion, Abstract Oil Painting
By Shyun Song
Located in San Francisco, CA
, simple, geometric, conceptual, reductive, linear, shape, color block, abstract, oil painting, red
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Passion, Abstract Oil Painting
By Shyun Song
Located in San Francisco, CA
, geometric, conceptual, reductive, linear, shape, color block, abstract, oil painting, purple, orange
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large Oil Painting of Flowers by Chinese Artist Henry Peeters 'Hing Biu'
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
. There will be times when additional patience will be necessary. This is a gorgeous large oil painting
Category

1990s Chinese Neoclassical Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Isolation III, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, flower, bird, sun, surrealism, oilpaint, animals, surrealism, flora, oil painting, yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Andalusian Heartland" Oil Painting
Located in Denver, CO
Daud Akhriev's (EUR and US based) "Andalusion Heartland" is an original, handmade oil painting that
Category

2010s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

1980s Chinese Pair of Oil on Canvas Bonsai Paintings from a Private Collection
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s Chinese pair of oil on canvas bonsai paintings from a private collection. Dimensions each
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Paintings

Materials

Wood

Isolation I, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, Chinese, mysterious, spatial, illusion, surrealism, contemporary, people, flora, contemporary, oil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Go Astray, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, leaves, animals, realism, oil painting, greenGo AstrayGuigen ZhaOil painting on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

Dreamland. White, Oil Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
, water, reflection, calm, tranquil, peaceful, nature, animals, realism, oil painting, green
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Realist Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil

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Oil Painting Chinese For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of oil painting chinese for sale on 1stDibs. A selection of these works in the Contemporary, Abstract and Art Deco styles can be found today in our inventory. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. You can search the oil painting chinese that we have for sale on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of black, gray, brown and red. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Angela China, Bryan Mark Taylor, Olga Antonova, Ingrid Smuling and Nie Jian Bing are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Frequently made by artists working in oil paint, paint and fabric, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

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Prices for art of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — oil painting chinese in our inventory begin at $280 and can go as high as $65,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,520.

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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, landscape and still-life 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?

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Questions About Oil Painting Chinese
  • 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 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.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese ancestor paintings are portraits of the deceased ancestors of a Chinese family. These portraits would be done by an artist to honor and remember their ancestors, and legend had it that if these paintings were properly cared for, the ancestors would bring fortune to the family. Shop an array of Chinese ancestor paintings on 1stDibs.
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    Yes, you can paint your Chinese cabinet, though unless it is in poor condition, doing so is usually frowned upon. You will have to sand down the surface beforehand, as most Chinese cabinets have a lacquer finish.

  • 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 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 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.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 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
    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 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
    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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Oils typically command higher prices than acrylic paintings, because they generally require more skill.

  • PAGODA RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    One of the esteemed pursuits of the traditional Chinese scholar was landscape painting, known generally as shān shuǐ. Capturing the beauty of nature within a balanced composition is considered a conceptual feat achieved only by the hand of a master.

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