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What is an original painting?
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An original painting is anything thought to be the true work of the artist instead of an imitation or reproduction. Original art can be in any media, as long as it is the first of that piece of art.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
When we refer to "original" it simply means a unique painting made by the artist's own hand. Acrylic, oil, engraving, watercolor, or drawings are authentic techniques that allow the artist to capture his or her distinctive stamp: such as textures, a particular way of brushstroke, colors, lines, among other elements. But besides, the idea must be unique, the result of creativity, which makes the work more valuable and desirable.
Irena Orlov ArtFebruary 25, 2021
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Framed Original Painting on Canvas
By Robert Wyland
Located in Chatsworth, CA
This is an original painting acrylic on canvas by Wyland. Hand signed by the artist, this piece
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Framed Original Painting on Canvas
By Robert Wyland
Located in Chatsworth, CA
This is an original painting acrylic on canvas by Wyland. Hand signed by the artist, this piece
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Framed Original Painting on Canvas
Located in Chatsworth, CA
This is an original painting acrylic on canvas by Wyland. Hand signed by the artist, this piece
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
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Rain Garden Original Painting by Marcia Priestley
Located in MADRID, ES
Rain Garden Original Painting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Paintings
Materials
Oil
Hand Signed Original Painting on Canvas
By Slava Brodinsky
Located in Chatsworth, CA
This is an original painting oil on canvas by Slava Brodinsky. Hand signed by the artist, this
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Hand Signed Original Painting on Canvas
Located in Chatsworth, CA
This is an original painting oil on canvas by Slava Brodinsky. Hand signed by the artist, this
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil