What periods do these paintings cover?

The available selection spans several centuries, including seventeenth, eighteenth, and nineteenth-century examples alongside early twentieth-century works. Earlier pieces often reflect Baroque or Georgian sensibilities, while later works demonstrate Victorian or Edwardian portrait traditions.

How do I identify the sitter?

Many portraits include inscriptions on the canvas, stretcher bars, or attached plaques detailing names and dates. Some sitters are identified through historical records, family archives, or the specific costume they wear. Anonymous portraits remain common, where dress style and hair fashion offer the primary clues to dating.

Are original frames included?

Numerous paintings retain their original or period-appropriate frames, such as carved giltwood or stepped oak surrounds. These frames frequently show historical wear that matches the age of the canvas. Some frames incorporate plaques recording significant dates, commemorations, or the identity of the sitter.

How should I care for an oil painting?

Oil paintings require stable indoor environments away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and extreme temperature fluctuations. The canvas or panel should remain undisturbed in its frame. Dusting should be done gently with a soft, dry brush by someone experienced with antique artworks.