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Antique Scottish Oil Painting of John Knox House, circa 1840-1860
Located in Shippensburg, PA
it is argued to have saved the building from demolition in the 1840s and this painting was probably
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Scottish Romantic Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Signed Portrait of a Young Lady in a White Dress 1840’s, Oil Painting on canvas
Located in London, GB
requirement for one). This is testimony to the wonderful care that the painting has received over its
Category
19th Century Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
1840 Jhon Frederick Herring Sr Oil on Canvas "Stable with Horse" EnglandSigned
By John Frederick Herring Sr.
Located in Valladolid, ES
A stunning o/canvas by Jhon Frederick Herring Senior, circa 1840, signed and with a label from
Category
Antique 1840s English Victorian Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Framed c.1840 Oil - The Unusual Gentleman
Located in Corsham, GB
painting’s subtle tension draws the viewer in, hinting at a story untold. Beautifully presented in a gilt
Category
Mid-19th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Hudson River School Landscape Circa 1840 by Charles Octavius Cole
By Charles Octavius Cole
Located in Buffalo, NY
Hudson River School landscape by Charles Octavius Cole (1814 - 1858). Oil on board, circa 1840
Category
1840s Hudson River School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
c.1840 Oil - Portrait Of Miss "Robbie" Robinson
Located in Corsham, GB
). The Normanby title had become extinct in 1735 and was only reinstated in 1838, dating this painting
Category
Mid-19th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Oil on Canvas Portrait Painting of Young Woman in Gilt Frame, circa 1840
Located in Big Flats, NY
Well executed antique oil on canvas portrait painting of young woman in gold gilt frame with en
Category
Antique Early 19th Century American Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Edmund Bristow, Travellers In A Wood, Oil Painting
By Edmund Bristow
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This mid-19th-century oil painting by British artist Edmund Bristow (1787-1876) depicts a
Category
1840s English School Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
PORTRAIT of Vice Admiral Sir John Chambers White (c.1770-1845), Dated 1840
Located in London, GB
of the academy, and took up oil painting. In 1837 he went to Italy, visiting Rome, Venice, and Parma
Category
1840s Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Mid-19th-Century, Port Of Tarifa, Spain, Oil Painting
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This mid-19th-century oil painting depicts the sun-drenched port of Tarifa in southern Spain. It’s
Category
1840s Academic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Large Biedermeier Oil on Canvas by Joseph Haier, Austria, 1840
By Joseph Haier
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Large remarkable Biedermeier oil on canvas painting from famous Austrian artist Joseph Haier
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Paintings
Materials
Spruce, Canvas, Stucco
Oil Painting Portrait of a Lady, Att James Godsell Middleton (1805-1874)
By James Godsell Middleton
Located in Uppingham, GB
(1805-1874) Oil on canvas, Lely style frame.
Canvas size: 36" x 28"
Framed size: 43" x 35".
James
Category
1840s Realist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Katherine
Petruchio, 19th Century Oil Painting Shakespeare Taming of the Shrew
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
commissioned gold metal leaf frame.
As with all of the original antique oil paintings we sell it is offered
Category
1840s Victorian Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Framed c.1840 Oil - A Pesky Stone in the Shoe
Located in Corsham, GB
the reverse from the colourist and art supplier William Forward, which dates this painting circa 1840
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique portrait of a woman, French romantic oil painting, female portrait
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Antique portrait of a young woman. Romantic 1800's oil painting on canvas board. This is an
Category
1840s Romantic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Georg Wilhelm Feistkorn, Portrait Of A Woman In An Interior, Oil Painting
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This charming mid-19th-century oil painting by German artist Georg Wilhelm Feistkorn (1811-1843
Category
1840s Folk Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Antique portrait of a woman, French romantic oil painting, female portrait
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Antique portrait of a young woman with a book. Romantic French 1800's oil painting on canvas. A
Category
1840s Romantic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
Henry Guest (fl.1840-1853) - Framed 19th Century Oil, Herding Cattle
Located in Corsham, GB
Two figures guide a herd of cattle along a rural track in this charming countryside scene. The artist employs a unique layering technique that provides the piece with a lively, textu...
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Henry Guest (fl.1840-1853) - 19th Century Oil, The Riverside Path
Located in Corsham, GB
A fine 19th-century study depicting two young girls walking along a riverside path in dappled summer sunlight. Blue sky peeks through the treetops in this bucolic and romantic scene....
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Manner of David Bates (1840-1921) - Mid 20th Century Oil, Countryside Scene
Located in Corsham, GB
A vibrant and accomplished oil painting in the manner of English artist David Bates, depicting a
Category
Mid-20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Henry Guest (fl.1840-1853) - Framed 19th Century Oil, The Winding Road
Located in Corsham, GB
A fine 19th-century romantic landscape with figures along a rural track. The artist employs a unique layered technique that provides the piece with a lively, textural quality. Well p...
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Robert Swain Gifford (American, 1840-1905) "The Rock of Gibraltar" Oil on Canvas
By Robert Swain Gifford
Located in Queens, NY
), 1872
A rare and important oil on canvas painting, most definitely the artist's best work.
Canvas 41
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Mid-19th-Century Oil Painting, German School, Portrait Of A Woman
Located in Cheltenham, GB
a woman wearing a black dress and a beautiful white and lilac day cap.
Produced around 1840, this
Category
1840s Victorian Portrait Paintings
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Oil painting of an English back and white dog, folk art in a landscape
Located in Woodbury, CT
English folk art portrait of a standing black and white dog.
Painted circa 1840-50 this is a
Category
1840s Folk Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vestale Tuccia - Original Oil Painting by Luigi Cochetti - 1844
Located in Roma, IT
Cochetti.
Original Oil painting on canvas.
Ttal dimensions: 97.5 x 75 cm.
Original frame in wood and
Category
1840s Modern Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
John Hardwick Lewis (1840-1927) - Early 20th Century Oil, Village on the River
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming scene depicting a quaint village on the verge of a river. A small sailing boat can be seen in the foreground. Signed. Presented in a gilt frame. On canvas.
Category
20th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Oil on Canvas Landscape Painting by G. Mallet, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a large beautiful antique oil on canvas landscape painting by G. Mallet, signed on the
Category
Antique 1840s Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Antique English Bucolic Pastoral Landscape Oil Painting by Henry John Boddington
By Henry John Boddington
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique english landscape painting by Henry John Boddington (1811 - 1865). Oil on canvas, circa
Category
1840s Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Jehan-Georges Vibert (1840-1902) Portrait of a man, 1865, oil on canvas signed
Located in Paris, FR
Jehan Georges Vibert, known as Jean-Georges Vibert (1840-1902)
Portrait of a man, 1865,
oil on
Category
1860s Romantic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
David Bates, Rural Landscape With Thatched Cottage, Country Track
Pond
By David Bates b.1840
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This charming 19th-century oil painting by British artist David Bates (1840-1921) depicts an
Category
1870s English School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
River Scene near Scarborough - 19th Century Exhibition Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘River Scene near Scarborough’ by John Frederick Tennant R.B.A. (1796-1872). The painting – which
Category
1840s English School Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
French romantic painting troubadour Oil on canvas MAUMET 19th Tomb ruined church
Located in PARIS, FR
A. MAUMET (19th century) Oil on canvas 65 x 54.5 cm (78 x 66 cm with the frame) Signed and dated
Category
1840s Romantic Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Painting Oil canvas CELS Romantic belgian Landscape animal mid 19th Bull Field
Located in PARIS, FR
Jean-Michel CELS The Hague, 1819 – Brussels, 1894 Oil on canvas 30.5 x 37.5 cm (42.5 x 35 cm with
Category
1840s Naturalistic Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique American School Early 1800
s View of Buffalo NY Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American school landscape painting of Buffalo, NY. Oil on canvas. Framed. Image size
Category
1840s Realist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
French Oil on Canvas, Three Wise Men, circa 1830-1840
Located in Atlanta, GA
In period giltwood and gilt plaster frame.
Category
Antique 1870s French Victorian Paintings
Materials
Paint
Royal Academy Oil Painting of Charles II and Beauties of French Court Versailles
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
‘The Toilette of Mademoiselle de Montpensier’ by Charles Landseer R.A. (1799-1879). The painting
Category
1840s English School Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Large 19th Century French Oil Painting. Paris Salon 1845. Jean de la Fontaine.
Located in Gerrards Cross, GB
painting, long considered lost, was exhibited at the Paris Salon of 1845 where the famous French poet and
Category
1840s French School Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
VAN HOVE Dutch romantic genre painting 19th Interior View Artist Rembrandt
Located in PARIS, FR
Hubertus VAN HOVE The Hague, 1814 - Antwerp, 1865 Oil on wood panel Signed and dated lower left "HV
Category
1840s Romantic Interior Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Oil Painting Romantic Landscape James Baker Pyne, 1845
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely and beautifully executed painting by a British artist, James Baker Pyne, 1800-1870
Category
Antique 1840s English Paintings
19th Century Oil on Canvas French Gentleman Portrait Painting, 1848
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Antique French painting from the mid-19th century. Oil on canvas framework depicting a portrait of
Category
Antique 1840s French Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Antique Italian Oil Painting "Mother
Child" Guiseppe Mazzolini Signed 1843
Located in London, GB
This is a magnificent antique Italian oil on canvas painting of a mother and child by Guiseppe
Category
Antique 1840s Italian Paintings
Materials
Canvas
19th Century French school, Two italian women in a landscape, an oil sketch
Located in Paris, FR
19th Century French school,
Two italian women in a landscape,
oil on canvas
59 x 43.5 cm
Bears a
Category
1840s Romantic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
Spanish School 19th century, Santa Justa and Santa Rufina, oil on canvas
Located in Paris, FR
Spanish School of the 19th Century
Santa Justa and Santa Rufina
Oil on canvas
40 x 27 cm
In quite
Category
1840s Old Masters Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil
(British School, C. 1840) An Exceptional Quality Portrait “Lady in Green”
Located in Queens, NY
(British School, C. 1840) An Exceptional Quality Portrait “Lady in Green”
Oil on canvas painting
Category
Early 19th Century Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
19th Century Wood Framed Oil on Canvas Painting Signed by Eugene Fromentin 1800s
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is an incredibly preserved oil on canvas painting, in a beautifully
Category
Antique 1840s French Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Still Life with Fruits by Euphémie Muraton (1840-1914)
By Euphemie Muraton
Located in Gent, VOV
Euphémie MURATON (1840-1914) STILL LIFE WITH FRUITS Oil on canvas signed lower left 29 x 48 cm
Category
19th Century Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
19th Century Oil on Canvas English Orientalist Painting Signed and Dated, 1843
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Antique English painting dated 1843. Oil on canvas framework depicting an orientalist subject
Category
Antique 1840s British Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Frederick William Booty (1840-1924) - Framed Oil, Morning Trade in Rouen
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming watercolour scene by Frederick William Booty (1840-1924), depicting active shoppers in
Category
Early 20th Century Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor
Antique 19th Century French Oil Painting of a Village Stable by L. Sauerfelt
Located in Round Top, TX
Antique oil painting from France, circa 1840, of a street scene with the village stabile. Signed in
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Paintings
French Romantic painting Painter Eugène CICERI Paris Salon 19th
Located in PARIS, FR
Camille Auguste GASTINE
Paris, 1819– Paris, 1867
Portrait of the painter Eugène Cicéri
Oil on
Category
1840s Romantic Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
L.Boulanger French Oil on Canvas, "Landscape", Romantic French School
By J. Boulanger
Located in Valladolid, ES
An extraordinary work of art, "Landscape", oil on canvas by L. Boulanger, signed.
Original Frame
Category
Antique 1840s French Barbizon School Paintings
Materials
Canvas
French Oil on Canvas, Farmhouse with Figures and Fowl, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Depicting a genre scene of a French vine encased farmhouse with a mother and child, fowl in the foreground, a ladder leading to an upper yard, retaining a seemingly original giltwood...
Category
Antique 1840s French Neoclassical Paintings
Materials
Paint
"Bee
s Wing" Oil on Canvas Henry S. Cottrell (British 19th century) of Racehorse
Located in San Francisco, CA
An oil on canvas by English equestrian artist Henry Cottrell, depicting the racehorse Bees Wing
Category
Antique 1840s English Sporting Art Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Paint
"The Picnic", 19th Century Oil on Canvas by Artist Joaquín Domínguez Bécquer
By Joaquín Domínguez Bécquer
Located in Madrid, ES
. Sevilla, 1847." (lower right)
oil on canvas
19-3/4 x 25-1/2 inches (50 x 64 cm.)
framed: 20-1/4 x 25-3/4
Category
1840s Romantic Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Small Oil on Board in Period Giltwood Frame, Horseman Approaching Harbour
Located in Atlanta, GA
Painted in the late neoclassical style, depicing a horseman exiting a forest and approaching a sailing vessel in a harbour, period giltwood frame.
Category
Antique 1840s French Neoclassical Paintings
Materials
Giltwood, Paint
English folk art Spaniel
By Stephen Taylor
Located in Woodbury, CT
rare large painting of a spaniel. It is excellent quality and has a wonderful impact.
Category
1840s Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
English 19th century Oil portrait of the English King Edward VI in carved frame
Located in Woodbury, CT
Wonderful portrait in oils of Henry VIII's son Edward the VI of England
The painting is an oil on
Category
1840s Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Materials
Metal
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024Jan van Eyck is widely considered by art historians to be the father of oil painting. While the usage of oil paints dates back to 7th-century China, the Flemish painter popularized the material, using oils to produce highly detailed works such as The Arnolfini Portrait. The Northern Renaissance master also influenced many other artists, such as Hugo van der Goes and Gerard David. Shop an assortment of fine art on 1stDibs.
- When was oil paint invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Oil 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.
- What is abstract oil painting?1 AnswerLilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021An 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, 2024To 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. - Can you use oil paint on wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You 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.
- Did Dali use oil paint?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024To tell how old an oil painting is, research the artist who produced it. You can use the mobile app Smartify to snap a photo of the signature on your painting and identify the artist. Read biographical information about the artist online and look at images of their work to estimate the age of your piece. Alternatively, you can get the opinion of a knowledgeable art dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things make an oil painting valuable. Age has a major impact on price, with pieces made over a century ago tending to fetch the highest prices. Who created the painting also matters. The more famous the artist, the higher the selling price for a painting is likely to be. Finally, the condition of the work and whether it is in its original frame will also impact how much it is worth. Find a diverse assortment of oil paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between a lithograph and an oil painting comes down to uniqueness and technique. To produce an oil painting, an artist applies oil-based paints to a canvas or another surface using a brush. The process results in a single work of art. Lithography is a form of printmaking that begins by drawing on or painting on a stone surface with an oil-based substance, such as a greasy crayon or tusche, an oily wash. The stone is then covered with water, which is repelled by the oily areas. Oil-based ink is then applied to the wet stone, adhering only to the oily image. Through lithography, an artist can produce dozens, or even thousands, of copies of a single image. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lithographs and oil paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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, 2023Because 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.
- La ChrysomeleFebruary 24, 2021Any 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.
- How much do oil paintings cost?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, oil paintings cost between $60 and $6,200,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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, 2022To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, 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.
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