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20th Century French Cubist Oil Painting Shapes & Patterns in Color
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
appealing abstract cubist painting. The painting is in excellent condition and measures (unframed) 10.75 x
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20th Century Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Still Life Gray" Cubist Oil Painting
By Lowell Daunt Collins
Located in Houston, TX
Great early Lowell Collins cubist neutral toned still life on canvas. Placed in a thin, black frame
Category

1950s Cubist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Figurative, cubist oil painting, Broadway, "Theatrical"
By Giancarlo Impiglia
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
vibrant paintings with their dynamic compositions may seem simply aesthetically pleasing, their deliberate
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2010s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Geometric, figurative, cubist oil painting, "Nudes"
By Giancarlo Impiglia
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
publications are dedicated to his work: Giancarlo Impiglia, Paintings for the Queens & Collected Works (2012
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2010s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Mid 20th Century French Cubist Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Cubist Abstract Construction French School, Mid 20th Century Oil painting on paper, laid on a board
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Mid-20th Century Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sailing Boats at Sea Large French Cubist Oil Painting 20th century framed
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Sailing Boats at Sea - the Regatta French School, cubist artist circa 1970's oil on board, framed
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Mid-20th Century Cubist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

'Le Aeroship' Chromatic Post-Cubist Oil Painting, brown, grey & white. Paris sky
By Claude Venard
Located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Oil Painting by Claude Venard
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Mid-20th Century Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Contemporary, cubist oil painting for fashion lovers, "Fashionable"
By Giancarlo Impiglia
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
A magnificent new oil painting by the great Giancarlo Impiglia that harnesses the rough, reflective
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2010s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Metal

Reclining Nude, Cubist Oil Painting by Lino Tardia
Located in Long Island City, NY
Reclining Nude by Lino Tardia, Italian (1938) Date: circa 1980 Oil on Canvas, signed l.r. Size
Category

1980s Modern Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil

PUBLIC HOUSING (INFLAMMATORY) - Bold, Surrealist, Cubist Oil Painting
By Jason Stout
Located in Signal Mountain, TN
Martin in 2001 and a MFA in Painting from the University of Texas at San Antonio in 2004. Stout’s work
Category

2010s Contemporary Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Multicolor Abstract Cubist Oil Painting with Monogram Signature MJ
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stylish abstract cubist oil on board painting with a monogram signature "M.J." is from a
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1950s Cubist Still-life Paintings

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Oil, Board

"Idole" Multicolor Post-Cubist Oil Painting by A. Rigollot
By A. Rigollot
Located in Atlanta, GA
This mesmerizing post-cubist and colorist abstract oil on board painting was designed by A
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1960s Cubist Still-life Paintings

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Oil, Board

Vintage American Modernist Abstract Expressionist Framed Cubist Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist abstract oil painting. Oil on canvas. Framed.
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1950s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vintage American Modernist Abstract Expressionist Framed Cubist Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American modernist abstract oil painting by Ervin B. Nussbaum (1914 - 1996). Oil on canvas
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1950s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mid 20th Century French Cubist Oil Painting Abstract Shapes & Colors
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: French School, mid 20th century Title: Cubist composition Medium: oil on board
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Mid-20th Century Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Amazing Mid 20th Century Cubist Abstract Cubist Oil Painting Listed Artist
By Jean Besnard
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Excellent quality large scale original oil painting by the French abstract artist, Jean Besnard
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Mid-20th Century Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Provence Landscape - Large Mid 20th Century French Cubist Oil Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful large c.1960 French oil on paper laid on board cubist influenced landscape by Oleg
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1960s Cubist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Laid Paper

Paisaje de la Rioja Argentinian Modernist Concretist Cubist Oil Painting
By Julio Barragan
Located in Surfside, FL
Julio Barragán (1928–2011) was an Argentine painter of the Concretist and Cubist schools. Life
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1970s Cubist Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Studio Stove, Colorful Cubist Oil painting, Cleveland School female artist
Located in Beachwood, OH
Clara Deike (American, 1881-1964) My Studio Stove, 1936 Oil on canvas Signed and dated lower right
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1930s Cubist Figurative Paintings

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Oil

Colorist Still Life Post-Cubist Oil Painting by A. Rigollot
By A. Rigollot
Located in Atlanta, GA
Impressive post-cubist and colorist still life oil on board painting by A. Rigollot (France, 20th
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1960s Cubist Still-life Paintings

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Oil, Board

"Twist" Colorful Abstract Post-Cubist Oil Painting by A. Rigollot
By A. Rigollot
Located in Atlanta, GA
A. Rigollot (France, 20th Century) designed this superb post-cubist and colorist abstract oil on
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1960s Cubist Still-life Paintings

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Oil, Board

Modern British Cubist Oil Painting Still Life Composition Large Original Signed
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: Kathleen Crow, British contemporary Title: Cubist composition Medium: oil on
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20th Century Cubist Abstract Paintings

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Oil

20th Century French Cubist Oil Painting Street View at Night Time
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Artist/ School: French 20th Century artist Title: Cubist street scene at dusk Medium: oil
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20th Century Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

20th Century French Cubist Oil Painting Blues Oranges Yellow & Beige Cubes
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
French School, circa 1970's Cubist composition oil on board, unframed board: 29 x 24 inches
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Mid-20th Century Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Antique American School Female Artist Abstract Expressionist Cubist Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique modernist abstract painting by Elsie Orfuss (Born 1913). Oil on canvas. Signed on verso
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1950s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Antique American School Female Artist Abstract Expressionist Cubist Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique modernist abstract painting by Elsie Orfuss (Born 1913). Oil on canvas. Signed on verso
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1950s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

REBELLION BRUME - Bold, Surrealist, Cubist Oil Painting, Green, Red Nebula
By Jason Stout
Located in Signal Mountain, TN
This painting by Jason Stout is a surreal illustrative painting of a cloud with several object
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2010s Contemporary Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Soft Moody Colors Cubist Oil Painting Sailing Boat in Harbor
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Maggy Clarysse (1931-2011) oil on board , unframed 10.5 x 8.75 inches signed front condition
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21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Paintings

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Oil

The Painter's Studio, Colorful Post-Cubist Oil Painting by A. Rigollot
By A. Rigollot
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning post-cubist and colorist still life oil on board painting by A. Rigollot (France, 20th
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1950s Cubist Still-life Paintings

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Board, Oil

Kaleidoscope Abstract Still Life Post-Cubist Oil Painting by A. Rigollot
By A. Rigollot
Located in Atlanta, GA
This incredible post-cubist and colorist still life oil on board painting was designed by A
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1960s Cubist Still-life Paintings

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Oil, Board

20th Century French Cubist Oil Painting Sun Scorched Provencal Village Rocks
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Provence French Cubist artist, circa 1960's oil on board, unframed board: 9 x 10.5 inches
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Mid-20th Century Modern Landscape Paintings

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Oil

1960's French Cubist Oil Painting Bright Landscape with Tree Amazing Colors
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Cubist Landscape by Paul-Louis Bolot (French 1918-2003) signed and dated 66 verso oil on canvas
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Mid-20th Century Cubist Landscape Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Ecole de Paris 1960's Cubist Oil Painting Abstract Composition of Shapes
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
. Medium: oil painting on board, framed and inscribed verso. Size: framed: 14 x 19.25 inches canvas
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Mid-20th Century Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Ville by LÉOPOLD SURVAGE - art, colourful cubist oil painting by Modern master
By Léopold Survage
Located in London, GB
Ville by LÉOPOLD SURVAGE (1879-1968) Oil and graphite on canvas 73.4 x 60 cm (28 ⁷/₈ x 23 ⁵/₈
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1920s Cubist Abstract Paintings

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Oil, Graphite

Mid 20th Century Architectural City Back Streets Modernist Cubist Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
City Streets by Marjorie Schiele (1913-2008) *see notes below oil on card laid on board is 18 x
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Early 20th Century American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

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Oil

Soft Moody Colors Cubist Oil Painting Sailing Boat in Blue Harbor
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Maggy Clarysse (1931-2011) Oil on thin canvas, unframed 10 x 7 inches Initials Signed
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Landscape Paintings

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Oil

1950's SIGNED FRENCH CUBIST OIL PAINTING - BEAUTIFUL ORANGE BLUE GREEN COLORS
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
-Denis) Title: Cubist composition Medium: oil painting, on canvas, framed. Size: frame: 15.25 x
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Mid-20th Century Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Geometric sculpture, cubist oil painting cut-out, "The Sins of Eve"
By Giancarlo Impiglia
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Art Collection. Three publications are dedicated to his work: Giancarlo Impiglia, Paintings for the
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2010s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Metal

HATS FOR BATS, FLAMES FOR NAMES - Bold, Surrealist, Cubist Oil Painting, Purple
By Jason Stout
Located in Signal Mountain, TN
This piece by Jason Stout is one of his "Cloud Paintings," depicting a whirling mass of objects
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2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

1950's French Cubist Oil Painting Red Brown Ochre Muted Tones Colors framed
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
French cubist artist, circa 1950's signed oil painting on board, stuck on board board: 14 x 18
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Mid-20th Century Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Huge 1960's French Modernist Cubist Oil Painting City Street Scene with Color
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The French City by Michel Kritz (French 1925-1994) oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 32 x 24 inches
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Mid-20th Century Cubist Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

1960's French Modernist Cubist Oil Painting View of an Old French Town
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The French Town by Michel Kritz (French 1925-1994) oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 32 x 24 inches
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Mid-20th Century Cubist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

European Collage Cubist Oil Painting 1960 Surrealist Interior with Vase and Pipe
Located in Surfside, FL
. Avant Garde painting done in a cubit style. Interior with smoking pipe and vase with surrealist
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1960s Surrealist Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Felt, Mixed Media, Oil, Laid Paper

RUBYE’S TIFFANY - Neo Proto Cubist Oil Painting on Canvas of Lockdown Interior
By Jason Stout
Located in Signal Mountain, TN
Coming Soon
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2010s Contemporary Interior Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Floral Still Life - British art 1930 Post Cubist oil painting red yellow flowers
By Paul Earee
Located in London, GB
This appealing original oil on canvas painting is by British artist Paul Earee. Painted in a Post
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1930s Cubist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil

Mid Century Cubist Oil Painting of Woman with Flowers in Style of Jacques Villon
Located in Soquel, CA
term 'Cubist' was a derisive description by a critic of a geometric landscape painting done by Braque
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1960s Cubist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Linen

Antique American School Modernist Abstract Cubist Framed Mid Century Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nicely painted mid century abstract cubist oil painting. Great color and composition. Framed.
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1940s Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique American School Modernist Abstract Cubist Framed Mid Century Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nicely painted mid century abstract cubist oil painting. Great color and composition. Framed.
Category

1960s Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique American School Modernist Abstract Cubist Framed Mid Century Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nicely painted mid century abstract cubist oil painting. Great color and composition. Framed.
Category

1950s Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique American School Modernist Abstract Cubist Framed Mid Century Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nicely painted mid century abstract cubist oil painting. Great color and composition. Framed.
Category

1960s Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique American School Modernist Abstract Cubist Framed Mid Century Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nicely painted mid century abstract cubist oil painting by Asher Applegate. Great color and
Category

1940s Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique American School Modernist Abstract Cubist Framed Mid Century Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nicely painted mid century abstract cubist oil painting. Great color and composition. Framed
Category

1960s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Vintage Signed Original Oil Painting Still Life with Melon Slices by John Hatch
By John W. Hatch
Located in Buffalo, NY
An original modern cubist oil painting by American artist John W. Hatch created in 1948.
Category

1940s Cubist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Cubist Modernist Oil - Abstract Oil Painting of Woman Reading
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Medium: oil painting on canvas, unframed canvas: 21.5 x 18 inches Provenance: private collection
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20th Century Cubist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Abstract Cubist Signed Oil Painting Portrait of Woman Angular Shapes
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Cubist Portrait of a Woman signed, 'Samson' British, 20th century oil painting on board, framed
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20th Century Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

1970's French Cubist Abstract Oil Painting Signed, Blue & White Flowers in Vase
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
in a vase Medium: oil painting on canvas, framed framed: 20 x 17 inches painting: 14 x 10.75 inches
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Mid-20th Century Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

1980's FRENCH CUBIST ABSTRACT SIGNED OIL PAINTING - DEEP BLUE GREEN ORANGE BLACK
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
composition - beautiful deep blue color with green, black, orange and white paint. Medium: oil painting, on
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Late 20th Century Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Silk Hat oil on canvas by Arna Brittin
Located in Hudson, NY
An exceptional cubist oil painting by Arna Brittin. The painting retains its original frame, and
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1920s Cubist Still-life Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Large Mid 20th Century French Cubist Thick Impasto Oil Painting Abstract Shapes
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Abstract composition French cubist artist, circa 1950's oil on canvas, unframed canvas: 20 x 26
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Mid-20th Century Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

1950's French Cubist Still Life Oil Painting Jugs & Ornaments Large Canvas
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Cubist Still Life Composition French School, mid 20th century oil on canvas, framed framed: 22 x 26
Category

Mid-20th Century Cubist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

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Cubist Oil Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of cubist oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs. Browse a selection of Abstract, Modern or Surrealist versions of these works for sale today — there are 145 Abstract, 47 Modern, 45 Contemporary, 4 Impressionist and 3 Surrealist examples available. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add a cubist oil paintings that pops against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of brown, gray, black, orange and more. Many versions of these artworks are appealing in their rich colors and composition, but Yvette Dubois Habasque, Claude Vénard, Maurice Green, Jessica Rice and JOHN W. HATCH produced especially popular works that are worth a look. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paint, oil paint and fabric. If space is limited, there are small cubist oil paintings measuring 1 across, while our inventory also includes pieces up to 96 inches across to better suit those in the market for large iterations.

How Much are Cubist Oil Paintings?

The average selling price for cubist oil paintings we offer is $2,158, while they’re typically $395 on the low end and $344,224 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, 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?

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 popular artists and more today.

Questions About Cubist Oil Paintings
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The first Cubist painting was Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, created by Paplo Picasso in 1907. Rejecting the representation of form found in traditional art, Picasso distorted the female form in a geometric manner.
  • 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.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Cy Twombly did use oil paint, although his method was quite unique. He would run his fingers in the paint to create channels, and would then use oil paint in ‘globs’. House paint overtop would then merge the paints into a completed piece. Shop a selection of Cy Twombly’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • David Brooker Fine Art
    David Brooker Fine ArtFebruary 23, 2021
    That depends on the size of the piece, the condition of the painting, and to some degree the value. also where you live.

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