What is a follower work?

A follower work refers to a painting produced by an artist closely associated with a master's studio or working firmly within their distinct style. These painters adopted the compositional techniques and subject matter of established masters. Such pieces date from the same era or slightly later and demonstrate the profound influence of primary masters on subsequent generations of artists.

Where should I hang a large canvas?

Large historical canvases require a wall with stable environmental conditions away from direct sunlight and excessive heat sources. Placing them at eye level in principal rooms allows the fine details of the brushwork and gilding to be appreciated. Consider the weight of the carved timber and gesso frames when selecting wall anchors to ensure secure installation.

How do I identify the period of a frame?

Period frames display specific carving techniques, gesso applications, and joinery methods characteristic of their manufacturing era. Hand-carved wooden mouldings and layered gilding indicate traditional craftsmanship. Comparing the decorative motifs on the wood with established design styles helps confirm whether the surround is contemporary to the painting.

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A classical figure canvas painting brings mythological narratives and historic portraiture into an interior through traditional brushwork.

Oil Painting by Alfred John Bouchette "The Violinist"

19th century

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Oil Painting by Alfred John Bouchette "The Violinist"

From Walton House Antiques

£1,250

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Nude Oil Painting - By James Clark (British, 1858-1943).

1900 - 1920

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Nude Oil Painting - By James Clark (British, 1858-1943).

From Kendall House Antiques Ltd.

£2,800

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17th century

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Painting of a Sibyl, 17th Century Italian School

From Westcoast Fine Art

£514

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C. 1790 Baroque Oil Painting Portrait Study Aft: Bartolomeo Schedoni (1578-1625)

18th century

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C. 1790 Baroque Oil Painting Portrait Study Aft: Bartolomeo Schedoni (1578-1625)

From Artsonline

£2,375

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Playing the Flute - Antique Oil Painting

19th century

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Playing the Flute - Antique Oil Painting

From Rue des Fontenelles

£160

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Painting of a Nereid, Circle of William Edward Frost (1810–1877)

19th century

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Painting of a Nereid, Circle of William Edward Frost (1810–1877)

From Westcoast Fine Art

£945

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Painting "La Belle Jardinière" (Madonna and Child with Saint John the Baptist), XVIII After Raffaello Sanzio, Called Raphael (1483-1520)

18th century

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Painting "La Belle Jardinière" (Madonna and Child with Saint John the Baptist), XVIII After Raffaello Sanzio, Called Raphael (1483-1520)

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£11,200

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Perseus Freeing Andromeda, Follower of Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640)

18th century

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Perseus Freeing Andromeda, Follower of Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640)

From Westcoast Fine Art

£6,885

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18th century

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18th-century Venetian School, Mary Magdalene, Noli Me Tangere, Antique Oil Painting

From Brave Fine Art

£5,000

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Painting "Pleasures of Love", After Jean-antoine Watteau (1684–1721)

19th century

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Painting "Pleasures of Love", After Jean-antoine Watteau (1684–1721)

From Westcoast Fine Art

£2,950

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Several canvases depict mythological figures playing musical instruments, bringing ancient flutes and panpipes directly into historic domestic interiors.

Italian School Painting of Saint Mary Magdalen Reading (Reclining Magdalen), After Antonio Allegri Correggio (1489-1534)

18th century

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Italian School Painting of Saint Mary Magdalen Reading (Reclining Magdalen), After Antonio Allegri Correggio (1489-1534)

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£2,099

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

17th century

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

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£1,999

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Painting of a Scene from Handel's Tamerlano, School of Andrea Celesti (1637–1712)

18th century

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Painting of a Scene from Handel's Tamerlano, School of Andrea Celesti (1637–1712)

From Westcoast Fine Art

£4,999

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19th century

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European School Oil on Canvas

From Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

£350

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19th century

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European School Oil on Canvas

From Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

£350

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19th century

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Exquisite 19th Century Painting by Paul Viry - Signed "1880 Paris"

From Lee Sherman Antiques

£6,950

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Classical Figure Canvas Painting

Oil Painting by Alfred John Bouchette "The Violinist"

Nude Oil Painting - By James Clark (British, 1858-1943).

Painting of a Sibyl, 17th Century Italian School

C. 1790 Baroque Oil Painting Portrait Study Aft: Bartolomeo Schedoni (1578-1625)

Playing the Flute - Antique Oil Painting

Painting of a Nereid, Circle of William Edward Frost (1810–1877)

Painting "La Belle Jardinière" (Madonna and Child with Saint John the Baptist), XVIII After Raffaello Sanzio, Called Raphael (1483-1520)

Perseus Freeing Andromeda, Follower of Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640)

18th-century Venetian School, Mary Magdalene, Noli Me Tangere, Antique Oil Painting

Painting "Pleasures of Love", After Jean-antoine Watteau (1684–1721)

Italian School Painting of Saint Mary Magdalen Reading (Reclining Magdalen), After Antonio Allegri Correggio (1489-1534)

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

Painting of a Scene from Handel's Tamerlano, School of Andrea Celesti (1637–1712)

European School Oil on Canvas

European School Oil on Canvas

Exquisite 19th Century Painting by Paul Viry - Signed "1880 Paris"

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