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Portrait of George Hopkinson - British 20's male oil painting Russian Jewish art
By Jacob Kramer
Located in London, GB
This superb portrait oil painting is by noted Russian Jewish artist Jacob Kramer. The sitter is a
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1920s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait of a Boy in White Shirt - Scottish 1920's Art Deco male oil painting
By David Cowan Dobson
Located in London, GB
This superb Art Deco portrait oil painting is by noted Scottish artist Cowan Dobson. Painted in
Category

1920s Art Deco Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Male Portrait Painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
Male Portrait Painting Oil on canvas  No visual signature 9x11 unframed, 11.75 x 13.75 framed
Category

1970s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Male Portrait Painting
H 11.75 in W 3 in D 13.75 in
"Skylover" contemporary realist male nude perspective oil painting
By Anthony Ackrill
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
"Skylover" is a contemporary realist male nude perspective oil painting. Artist Bio Anthony
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Roman Laurel Wreath, Male Portrait, Original Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Roman Laurel Wreath, Impressionist Portrait, Original Oil Painting By European Schooled artist, Mid
Category

Mid-20th Century Renaissance Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large French Surrealist Oil Painting Male Figurative Scene
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Figurative Abstract French School small frame oil painting on board painting: 20.5 x 21 inches
Category

20th Century Surrealist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large Spanish Expressionist Oil Painting Dancing Male Ballerina's
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Ballerinas by Maria Tort Xirau (Catalan, 1924-2018) signed lower corner dated 1993 oil painting
Category

Late 20th Century Abstract Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Mirek - Male Portrait, Contemporary Expressive Figurative Oil Painting
By Bartosz Kolata
Located in Salzburg, AT
Bartosz Kolata was born in Torun, Poland in 1979. In 2006 he graduated in Art Conservation and Restoration from Nicolas Copernicus University UMK, securing a Master of Art degree. He...
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Male Nude Figurative Composition - Original Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Soquel, CA
In this delicate and expressive oil painting, a nude male stands with his backside to the viewer
Category

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Male portrait painting, 1934
By Frank Owen Salisbury
Located in San Francisco, CA
Frank Owen Salisbury (1874-1962) Male portrait painting, 1934 Oil on canvas 39 x 48
Category

1930s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Huge Colourful Male Portrait Geometric Cubist Original Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Huge Colourful Male Portrait, Geometric, Cubist Original Oil Painting By European schooled artist
Category

Mid-20th Century Abstract Geometric Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

HEAT - Contemporary Expressive, Figurative Oil Painting, Male Nude Series
By Bartosz Kolata
Located in Salzburg, AT
This work is framed. Unframed size: 90x120 cm, framed 95x125 cm Bartosz Kolata was born in Torun, Poland in 1979. In 2006 he graduated in Art Conservation and Restoration from Nicol...
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Signed American School Handsome Male Portrait Framed Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American impressionist oil painting portrait. Oil on canvas. Signed. Framed.
Category

1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vintage American Modernist Male Nude Abstract Framed Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Oil on canvas, lain to board. Framed.
Category

1960s Abstract Nude Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French Surrealist Oil Painting Figurative Scene Male Nudes in Desert
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Figurative Abstract French School oil painting on board painting: 20 x 24 inches condition: overall
Category

20th Century Surrealist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

19th century male portrait, painting
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century male portrait, painting Oil on canvas No visible signature, 25 x 30 unframed
Category

19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Vintage American School Handsome Young Male Model Portrait Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American school modernist portrait painting. Oil on canvas, circa 1950. Signed . Framed
Category

1940s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Secret Peek - Contemporary Expressive, Figurative Oil Painting, Male Nude Series
By Bartosz Kolata
Located in Salzburg, AT
Bartosz Kolata was born in Torun, Poland in 1979. In 2006 he graduated in Art Conservation and Restoration from Nicolas Copernicus University UMK, securing a Master of Art degree. He...
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Male Ballerina Figures Dancing and Stretching Spanish Modernist Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Dancers by Maria Tort Xirau (Catalan, 1924-2018) signed lower corner dated 1993 oil painting on
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Late 20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Origin - Contemporary Expressive, Figurative Oil Painting, Male Nude Series
By Bartosz Kolata
Located in Salzburg, AT
This work is framed. Unframed size: 70x80 cm, framed 75x85 cm Bartosz Kolata was born in Torun, Poland in 1979. In 2006 he graduated in Art Conservation and Restoration from Nicolas...
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

IM BED - Contemporary Expressive, Figurative Oil Painting, Male Nude Series
By Bartosz Kolata
Located in Salzburg, AT
This work is framed. Unframed size: 70x80 cm, framed 75x85 cm Bartosz Kolata was born in Torun, Poland in 1979. In 2006 he graduated in Art Conservation and Restoration from Nicolas...
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Fallen Angel - Blond, Bare Chested Winged Male, Contemporary Oil Painting
By Bruno Surdo
Located in Chicago, IL
. Surdo brings a unique and modern fire to the subject. A winged male with a perfect body is shown bare
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Michele Cammarano Old Male Nude Portrait Painting 1860s Oil canvas
By Michele Cammarano
Located in Florence, IT
potentially definitive clue for the attribution of this painting is a sketch representing Saint Jerome
Category

1860s Realist Nude Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vintage Boho 1962 Original Male Nude Oil Painting
Located in west palm beach, FL
A stunning vintage Boho original oil painting. A chic male nude signed and dated 1962. Beautiful
Category

Vintage 1960s American Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Summer 9 - Contemporary Expressive, Figurative Oil Painting, Male Nude Series
By Bartosz Kolata
Located in Salzburg, AT
Bartosz Kolata was born in Torun, Poland in 1979. In 2006 he graduated in Art Conservation and Restoration from Nicolas Copernicus University UMK, securing a Master of Art degree. He...
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Summer 8 - Contemporary Expressive, Figurative Oil Painting, Male Nude Series
By Bartosz Kolata
Located in Salzburg, AT
Bartosz Kolata was born in Torun, Poland in 1979. In 2006 he graduated in Art Conservation and Restoration from Nicolas Copernicus University UMK, securing a Master of Art degree. He...
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Summer 2 - Contemporary Expressive, Figurative Oil Painting, Male Nude Series
By Bartosz Kolata
Located in Salzburg, AT
Bartosz Kolata was born in Torun, Poland in 1979. In 2006 he graduated in Art Conservation and Restoration from Nicolas Copernicus University UMK, securing a Master of Art degree. He...
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Sombre Gentlemen, Mid 20th C. Male Portrait, Original Impressionist Oil Painting
By Modern British
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Sombre Gentlemen, Male Portrait, Original Impressionist Oil Painting British School, Mid 20th
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1950s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Wild by Christophe Dupety - Male nude painting, oil on canvas, contemporary
By Christophe Dupety
Located in Paris, FR
Wild (2015) by French contemporary artist Christophe Dupety. Oil on canvas, 100 x 100 cm. In this
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2010s Contemporary Nude Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Aquarium, Male Nude, Diving into Crystal Blue Water, Original Oil Painting
By Richard Gibbons
Located in Chicago, IL
A male nude dives into crystal blue water in Richard Gibbons painting entitled "Aquarium". Light
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Rabid - Cinema Inspired One Eyed Male Figure, Oil Painting on Panel
Located in Chicago, IL
, leaving him to only see through his darkness. The bold heavy brushstrokes of this painting give an
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Male Bikers in Desert - Huge French Surrealist Oil Painting Figurative Scene
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Figurative Abstract French School, signed 'Andres' dated 1972 oil painting on board overall size
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20th Century Surrealist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Large Signed Surreal Nude Male Portrait Symbolist Landscape Framed Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American school modernist landscape with male figures. Really well painted and a very
Category

1990s Surrealist Landscape Paintings

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Oil, Canvas

Moth Finder - Male Couple Embracing, Piercing Blue Eyes, Original Oil Painting
By Bruno Surdo
Located in Chicago, IL
requiring framing however, please contact the gallery for framing options. Bruno Surdo Moth Finder oil on
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Antique Southern School Piano Player Black Male Portrait Surreal Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
A compelling Early 20th Century American modernist portrait painting. Depicting a black man lost in
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1940s Modern Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Signed Early 20th Century Modernist Male Lovers Gay Erotic Portrait Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American signed modernist nude male landscape oil painting. Oil on canvas. Signed
Category

1930s Modern Nude Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Oil on Canvas Study of a Male Nude
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A beautifully painted study of a male nude. Gilt wood frame.
Category

Mid-19th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Young Boy - Scottish art 19th Century oil painting male portrait ginger hair
Located in London, GB
A fine Scottish portrait oil painting of a sweet young boy with bright blue eyes. This quality
Category

19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Young Boy - Scottish art 19th Century oil painting male portrait ginger hair
Located in London, GB
A fine Scottish portrait oil painting of a sweet young boy with bright blue eyes. This quality
Category

19th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Seer - Male, Nude Torso, Oil on Canvas Painting with Vibrant Horizon Line
Located in Chicago, IL
. The warm light from the background in this painting titled, "Seer" suggest a fire. Is it in the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Boy with Guinea Pig - British Victorian animal art male portrait oil painting
By Henry Turner Munns
Located in London, GB
This charming British Victorian genre oil painting is by noted exhibited artist Henry Tuner Munns
Category

19th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Portrait John Gilbert - Australian 20's exhibited art male portrait oil painting
By James Peter Quinn
Located in London, GB
A stunning portrait of Mr John Gilbert. This original oil on canvas was painted by James Peter
Category

1920s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

'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

Man with Striped Shirt - green, male portrait figurative still life oil painting
By Jennifer Hornyak
Located in Bloomfield, ON
existence. Her restless approach to painting has meant a reworking of their oil surfaces over time, some of
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

'Portrait Of A Young Man' Contemporary Oil Painting Male Black White Red
By Duan Zhaonan
Located in Carmel, CA
regular columns under the title “Duan’s Opera Figure Painting Column” on Chinese Newspapers and Magazines
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Male Portrait Painting of US Army Officer
Located in San Francisco, CA
Male Portrait Painting of US Army Officer No visible signature Oil on canvas 10.5 x 13.75
Category

1950s Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Italian Male Nude Oil Painting on Wood Panel, circa 1930
Located in Houston, TX
Italian male nude oil painting on wood panel, circa 1930. Stunning and unusual framed Italian male
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Paintings

Materials

Wood

Portrait of Mr R H Sinclair - Scottish 1914 art male portrait oil painting
By David Cowan Dobson
Located in London, GB
This impressive large portrait realist oil painting is by noted Scottish artist David Cowan Dobson
Category

1910s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Push - Original Oil Painting of Two Males Sparring in an Artist Studio Space
By Peter Lupkin
Located in Chicago, IL
was also the reason for placing the figures inside of my painting studio. Peter Lupkin Push oil on
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Malys - Photorealistic portrait painting by Mauro Maugliani
Located in PARIS, FR
Maly is an oil painting by the Italian contemporary artist Mauro Maugliani. This work is typical
Category

2010s Photorealist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

American Modernist Oil Painting Nude Male on Beach WPA Artist Group of 10
By Ben-Zion Weinman
Located in Surfside, FL
Weinman, but when he began painting he dropped his last name and hyphenated his first, saying an artist
Category

Mid-20th Century Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Board

Pair of American Federal Male and Female Oil Painting Portraits
Located in New York, NY
Pair of gilt framed oil painting portraits of a 19th Century man and lady.
Category

Antique 19th Century American Federal Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Monumental Harley Francis Abstract Male Nudes Oil Painting on Canvas
By Harley Francis
Located in Miami, FL
Monumental Harley Francis abstract male nudes oil painting on canvas Offered for sale is a
Category

Early 20th Century American Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Native (male version) - Portrait Painting - Conceptual Art By Marc Zimmerman
By Marc Zimmerman
Located in Carmel, CA
female mate if you choose. they look fabulous together. Native (male version) - Portrait Paintings
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2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Young Boy - British art 1780 Old Master male portrait oil painting
By Joseph Wright of Derby
Located in London, GB
This lovely Old Master portrait oil painting is attributed to the circle of Joseph Wright of Derby
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18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Ciros Life - British 50's art male portrait oil painting London theatre West End
By Laurence Henry Irving
Located in London, GB
A visually stunning original oil on panel titled Ciros Life. It was painted circa 1953 by Laurence
Category

20th Century Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Vladimir Sinitski (1896-1986) "Male Portrait", Oil Painting in Frame
Located in Dallas, TX
in 1920s, and was member of the USSR Union of Artists. His paintings are displayed in the renowned
Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Paintings

Materials

Paint

Romanticist Oil on Burlap Painting of a Nude Male Figure Bathing in a River
Located in New York, NY
This elegant romanticist oil on burlap painting was realized by an unheralded master during the
Category

Early 20th Century Romantic Nude Paintings

Materials

Burlap, Oil

Portrait Head and Shoulders of a Man - Jewish 20s art male portrait oil painting
By Jacob Kramer
Located in London, GB
when Kramer was only eight. This portrait oil painting was painted when Kramer was thirty, in 1922
Category

1920s Post-Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Male Model
By Michael Wilson
Located in Waltham, MA
This original oil painting, "Black Male Model," is one of three paintings that came from the summer
Category

2010s Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

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Male Oil Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact male oil painting you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. There are many Contemporary, Modern and Impressionist versions of these works for sale. You’re likely to find the perfect male oil painting among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those made as recently as the 21st Century. On 1stDibs, the right male oil painting is waiting for you and the choices span a range of colors that includes black, brown, gray and blue. Finding an appealing male oil painting — no matter the origin — is easy, but Mark Beard, Richard Gibbons, Robert Goldstrom, Peter Lupkin and Audrey Anastasi each produced popular versions that are worth a look. Artworks like these — often created in paint, oil paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.

How Much is a Male Oil Painting?

A male oil painting can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $3,543, while the lowest priced sells for $234 and the highest can go for as much as $50,199.
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  • 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
    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.

  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 18, 2021
    The cost of an original oil painting has a very wide range. For emerging new artist could be in the lower end, ranging from the $500 to $10,000 depending on the size and subject matter, for the mid-career artists who are already established, their prices range in the thousands and hundreds of thousands of dollars and lastly the original oil painting art of very established and popular artists that could have auction records in the millions of dollars. In this category are some of the well known examples of the old master paintings and other contemporary artworks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    The name of the first artist to use oil paints isn't known. However, historians have traced the use of oils back to 7th-century Afghanistan. There, Buddhist artists used oil paintings to produce religious artworks. One of the first artists to be famous for their use of oil paints was Jan van Eyck, a Flemish artist who was active from 1422 to 1441. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of oil paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To identify an artist's oil painting signature, you can try photographing it with your smartphone and then conducting a reverse image search using a trusted search engine. You can also search for the name and consult trusted online resources to learn more about the artist. If these methods don't result in a successful identification, a certified art appraiser or art dealer may be able to assist you. Shop a range of oil paintings from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.

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Mid-Century Americans Didn’t Know Antonio Petruccelli’s Name, but They Sure Knew His Art

The New York artist created covers for the nation’s most illustrious magazines. Now, the originals are on display as fine art.

Learn Why There Have Been So Many Great Women Painters

Featuring iconic works by more than 300 female artists, a new book makes a more than compelling case for casting off the patriarchal handcuffs that have bound the art historical canon for far too long.

Sherron Francis Is the AbEx Painter You Need to Know Now

The lyrical painter was a hotshot in the 1970s New York art scene when she decided to leave it behind. A new show at Lincoln Glenn puts Francis's work back in the spotlight.