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Oil painting has been a popular technique for centuries, originating in Europe and spreading worldwide. Oil paintings on canvas offer greater flexibility, denser hues, and a wider range from light to dark. As an older medium compared to acrylic, oil is preferred by many collectors due to its richer colors and supposed longevity of hundreds of years with proper maintenance.
Most master artists of the past created their works with oil paints, making it the preferred choice for many artists. Painting with oil colors requires patience and a longer process. Some of the world's most famous works, such as Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa, Vincent Van Gogh's The Starry Night and Irises, Gustav Klimt's The Kiss, Johannes Vermeer's Girl with the Pearl Earring, Pablo Picasso's Guernica, and Rembrandt van Rijn's The Night Watch, were created using oil paints.
To maintain the quality of oil paintings, they need to be lightly dusted and cleaned periodically, and sufficient drying time should ... Read More Oil painting has been a popular technique for centuries, originating in Europe and spreading worldwide. Oil paintings on canvas offer greater flexibility, denser hues, and a wider range from light to dark. As an older medium compared to acrylic, oil is preferred by many collectors due to its richer colors and supposed longevity of hundreds of years with proper maintenance.
Most master artists of the past created their works with oil paints, making it the preferred choice for many artists. Painting with oil colors requires patience and a longer process. Some of the world's most famous works, such as Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa, Vincent Van Gogh's The Starry Night and Irises, Gustav Klimt's The Kiss, Johannes Vermeer's Girl with the Pearl Earring, Pablo Picasso's Guernica, and Rembrandt van Rijn's The Night Watch, were created using oil paints.
To maintain the quality of oil paintings, they need to be lightly dusted and cleaned periodically, and sufficient drying time should be given between layers to avoid moisture-related problems. From Swati Kale's classical paintings of water lilieswater lilies, to Amit Bhar's realistic captures of Varanasi and Indian statues, to Bahadur Singh's dynamic & colorful oil paintings of nature, we hope you find your favourite piece.
If you would prefer to explore oil paintings by artists, here is a list of Indian artists who create oil paintings ranging from nature to portraits, such as Swati Kale, Asit Patnaik, Suruchi Jamkar, and Ganapati Hegde, online. You can also explore related collections, including acrylic paintings, watercolor paintings, pen & ink works, and sculptures..

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Echoes of Chidambaram 89600 (Incl of GST)

By Gita Hudson

Painting | Oil on Canvas | 36 (w) x 48 (h) inches
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Garden of Whispers 201600 (Incl of GST)

By Sulakshana Dharmadhikari

Painting | Oil on Canvas | 60 (w) x 36 (h) inches
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Symphony of Steps 123200 (Incl of GST)

By Gita Hudson

Painting | Oil on Canvas | 60 (w) x 36 (h) inches
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Lilies in Quiet Harmony 140000 (Incl of GST)

By Swati Kale

Painting | Oil on Canvas | 30 (w) x 60 (h) inches
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Lord Krishna Dancing on Kaliya Naag 414800 (Incl of GST)

By Yograj Verma

Painting | Oil on Canvas | 30 (w) x 40 (h) inches
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Lord Kuber - The God of Wealth 248900 (Incl of GST)

By Yograj Verma

Painting | Oil on Canvas | 24 (w) x 24 (h) inches
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Goddess Dhana Lakshmi - II 448000 (Incl of GST)

By Yograj Verma

Painting | Oil on Canvas | 36 (w) x 48 (h) inches
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Vishnu Shesha Naag 448000 (Incl of GST)

By Yograj Verma

Painting | Oil on Canvas | 36 (w) x 48 (h) inches
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Ashta Lakshmi 1825300 (Incl of GST)

By Yograj Verma

Painting | Oil on Canvas | 48 (w) x 60 (h) inches
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Venkateshwara with Padmavati 448000 (Incl of GST)

By Yograj Verma

Painting | Oil on Canvas | 36 (w) x 48 (h) inches
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Maha Lakshmi 448000 (Incl of GST)

By Yograj Verma

Painting | Oil on Canvas | 36 (w) x 48 (h) inches
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Lord Ram 414800 (Incl of GST)

By Yograj Verma

Painting | Oil on Canvas | 26 (w) x 40 (h) inches

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FAQs for oil paintings

Oil painting is a traditional method of painting that has been used for centuries. Oil painting is known for its rich color and ability to create a variety of textures.

Oil painting is a popular choice for many artists because it allows for a great deal of control over the final product. When painting with oil, artists can create very detailed and realistic paintings.

Some of the best techniques for oil painting include glazing, impasto, and scumbling. Additionally, artists can create a variety of different effects by using different brushes and painting techniques.

There are a lot of reasons to buy oil paintings. They can be beautiful works of art, and they can also be a great investment. Oil paintings can last for centuries, and they can appreciate in value over time.

Do look at works of artists such as Amit Bhar, Prakash Ghadge, Shalini Soni, Subrata Ghosh, Sangeeta Abhay and Nitu Chhajer.