Originals in this selection, Oil, Classical, 2,000 to 5,000 euro.
Formats from 120.5 x 110.5 to 116 x 126 cm.
The support shapes technique
Painted in oil in general, whether on canvas, wood panel or board, the classical picture follows the same principles: quiet structure, clean color handling, details that show themselves only from close up. Classical oil paintings for sale from 2,000 to 5,000 euro are best approached by looking at the support first.
On wood panel, oil lies especially smooth and suits the finest details. On board or paper the application stays thinner and lighter. Which ground was chosen is stated in the listing, and it says a lot about weight and hanging. A wooden ground gives fine brushes more grip, while a board ground forgives quick sketches.
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Time and care
Oil paint takes long to dry all the way through. After some months it is often varnished, which deepens colors and protects them. Never clean classical paintings wet, only with a soft brush.
In everyday life
A classical oil picture suits wood, leather and textile. Hang it away from radiators and constant light, so that varnish and linseed oil do not age needlessly. Do have the frame edges looked at as well: old and new frames change the overall impression a great deal.