How do I hang a heavy panel painting?

Panel paintings require secure wall anchors and appropriate load-bearing fixings matched to the weight of the timber and frame. Consult a professional restorer to ensure the hanging method places no undue stress on the wood. Keep these works away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent the timber from warping or the paint layer from drying out excessively.

Are these paintings signed by the artists?

Signatures from this era are uncommon, as many works originated from collaborative workshops or remained anonymous devotional objects. Attributions are typically established through stylistic analysis, historical documentation, and comparative study by specialists. When a signature or inscription does appear, such as on portraits of reformers, it provides a valuable anchor for historical research.

What is the difference between an icon and a painting?

Icons follow strict canonical rules regarding iconography, materials, and preparation, often serving a liturgical function within Orthodox traditions. General oil paintings allow for greater individual artistic expression and narrative complexity. Both categories, however, share a primary purpose centred on religious devotion and spiritual contemplation.

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These 17th century religious artwork pieces bring devotional subjects onto canvas and wood, offering a direct link to the spiritual life of the period.

Genoese School (Xvii) Painting of the Penitent Mary Magdelene Comforted by Angels, Attributed to Gian Lorenzo Bertolotto (1640 - 1721)

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Genoese School (Xvii) Painting of the Penitent Mary Magdelene Comforted by Angels, Attributed to Gian Lorenzo Bertolotto (1640 - 1721)

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Italian School (Xvii) Painting of the Capture of Samson, Follower of Pietro D’asaro (1579-1647)

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Italian School (Xvii) Painting of the Capture of Samson, Follower of Pietro D’asaro (1579-1647)

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17th Century Portrait of a Clergyman - Oil Painting

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17th Century Religious Artwork

Genoese School (Xvii) Painting of the Penitent Mary Magdelene Comforted by Angels, Attributed to Gian Lorenzo Bertolotto (1640 - 1721)

Italian School (Xvii) Painting of the Capture of Samson, Follower of Pietro D’asaro (1579-1647)

17th Century Portrait of a Clergyman - Oil Painting

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