Oil painting was first adopted in the West during the 15th Century. Since the start oils quickly rose to become the most respected among all the different methods because the paint dries very slowly giving the artist plenty of time to create the look they desire. However, just because Oil Paintings dry slowly does mean they need to appear dull and lifeless and for centuries people have been creating amazing and engaging works that prove this. Whether you are into grand Old Masters, subtle impressionistic landscapes or bizarre abstractions, there are a wealth of antique and vintage Oil Paintings out there. They are great because they can add a sense of instant atmosphere to any space, so 19th Century landscapes or Portraits can add a timelessness, while bright and textured works from the 20th Century will add interest and colour.
While art historians and critics will place a great deal of attention on the artist as the most important element, even unknown paintings deserve their due and space on your wall. Every artist no matter how humble will tell you that some works emerge more from divine inspiration than skill. If that work speaks to you then it is probably meant for you.
At LoveAntiques we have a fine selection of Antique and Vintage Oil Paintings for all your needs.
William Rand Antiques
Pair of Still Life Oil Paintings on Panel by Bessie Bamber
£ 300
£ 275
Graham Deakin Antiques
Oil on Canvas by Morris
£ 350
£ 695
£ 650
Marylebone Antiques
Antique Dutch Oil Painting in Giltwood Frame
£ 895
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Oil Painting Northern Racing Pigeons Champions Old Badge Hen & Cock c.1930
£ 3,500
Oil Painting Northern Racing Pigeons Champions Old Badge Hen & Cock c.1930
£ 3,500
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Graham Deakin Antiques
19th Century Oil Painting
£ 260
Graham Deakin Antiques
19th Century Oil on Canvas
£ 225
Cloverleaf Home Interiors
Folk Art Rare Maritime Painting Edwardian c.1900
£ 235
Stalham Antique Gallery
Shepherd & Flock by French Artist M.Coulaud (1860-1906)
£ 875
£ 550
Antique Georgian Oil Painting Study of Peasants by an Inn by George Morland
£ 550
Anthea's Attic
Anthea's Attic
Antique French Oil Painting Portrait Study of Young Boy
£ 650
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Huge Oil Painting Equestrian Lady Attributed Alexander Maclean c.1875
£ 15,000
Huge Oil Painting Equestrian Lady Attributed Alexander Maclean c.1875
£ 15,000
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
19th Century Oil Painting Landseer's Mastiff Bloodhound Prized Dog Odin
£ 10,000
19th Century Oil Painting Landseer's Mastiff Bloodhound Prized Dog Odin
£ 10,000
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
In a Nutshell Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Oil on Canvas Painting of a Young Girl and Her Dog
£ 895
Oil on Canvas Painting of a Young Girl and Her Dog
£ 895
In a Nutshell Antiques & Interiors Ltd
London City Antiques
An Extra Large Oil on Canvas Painting Aft. Sir Edwin Henry Landseer, RA of Return from Hawking 177 X 263 X 12 cm
£ 28,500
An Extra Large Oil on Canvas Painting Aft. Sir Edwin Henry Landseer, RA of Return from Hawking 177 X 263 X 12 cm
£ 28,500
London City Antiques
Antiques & Chic
"Undaunted" Marine Oil Painting, Signed F Frost
£ 495
Walton House Antiques Ltd
Oil Painting Pair by Robert Watson "Highland Cattle & Sheep in the Glen"
£ 15,000
Oil Painting Pair by Robert Watson "Highland Cattle & Sheep in the Glen"
£ 15,000
Walton House Antiques Ltd
Walton House Antiques Ltd
Oil Painting by William Pitt - On the Dart
£ 2,250
Walton House Antiques Ltd
Oil Painting by Antal Nedgrady - By The Riverbank
£ 1,850
Walton House Antiques Ltd
Oil Painting by Francis Sydney Muschamp - A Relaxing Afternoon
£ 4,950
Oil Painting by Francis Sydney Muschamp - A Relaxing Afternoon
£ 4,950
Walton House Antiques Ltd
Walton House Antiques Ltd
Oil Painting by C. Erhardt - A Scandinavian Landscape
£ 895
Walton House Antiques Ltd
Oil Painting Circle of William Redmore Bigg Spinning
£ 1,250
Walton House Antiques Ltd
Oil Painting by Arthur Bevan Collier - The Old Portsmouth Road, from Hindhead
£ 1,650
Oil Painting by Arthur Bevan Collier - The Old Portsmouth Road, from Hindhead
£ 1,650
Walton House Antiques Ltd
Camden Antiques
Genre Full Length Oil Painting of a Maiden by William Oilver
£ 3,950
Graham Deakin Antiques
Oil Painting of Northern Island by James McKendry
£ 225
William Rand Antiques
Large Late Victorian Oil Portrait
£ 1,650
Graham Deakin Antiques
Large Suffolk Oil Painting by Hagop K.Kasparian
£ 145
Wick Antiques Ltd
Tea Clipper ‘Taeping’ Closing on ‘Ariel’ by Henry Scott FRSA
£ 12,500
Graham Deakin Antiques
Oil Painting by F L Geere
£ 275
Graham Deakin Antiques
Oil Painting of "Old Newcastle"
£ 125
21st Century Gallery
Original Oil on Board Still Life of Grapes and Apple' by Peter Gardner - Signed & Dated 69
£ 85
Original Oil on Board Still Life of Grapes and Apple' by Peter Gardner - Signed & Dated 69
£ 85
21st Century Gallery
Graham Deakin Antiques
J Hilliard Oil Painting
£ 125
London City Antiques
Antique Early 20th Century Oil on Canvas Portrait of a Gentleman
£ 1,365
Antique Early 20th Century Oil on Canvas Portrait of a Gentleman
£ 1,365
London City Antiques
21st Century Gallery
Original Oil on Board 'provence' by Toby Horne Shepherd 1909-1993. C.1960. Signed. Provenance; The Artists Widow
£ 450
Original Oil on Board 'provence' by Toby Horne Shepherd 1909-1993. C.1960. Signed. Provenance; The Artists Widow
£ 450
21st Century Gallery
Anthea's Attic
Antique Victorian Landscape Oil Painting of Rural Scene with Castle Ruins Attributed to J Paul Dated 1850
£ 995
Antique Victorian Landscape Oil Painting of Rural Scene with Castle Ruins Attributed to J Paul Dated 1850
£ 995
Anthea's Attic