How do I date an antique oil portrait?

Dating relies heavily on the style of costume, hair, and framing depicted within the canvas, alongside the physical characteristics of the wooden stretcher or panel. Examining the ageing of the oil paint and any inscriptions or labels on the reverse helps narrow down the decade of creation.

What is the difference between canvas and panel portraits?

Canvas supports became widely popular for their flexibility and ability to be produced in large, monumental sizes for stately homes. Wooden panels were more common in earlier centuries, offering a completely rigid surface that prevents the cracking associated with aged fabric.

How should I care for a framed oil painting?

Keep portraits away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and rapid temperature fluctuations that can cause the canvas to warp or the oil paint to craze. Dust the surface and the surrounding giltwood frame gently with a soft, dry brush without applying moisture or cleaning agents.

Are period frames original to the paintings?

Many portraits retain their original frames, which are matched to the exact period of the artwork through stylistic cues like carved ornamentation and gilding methods. Some pieces have been re-framed in later centuries to suit changing interior decoration tastes while still utilising period materials.

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When you search for framed oil portrait artwork, you meet centuries of human likenesses rendered in rich pigments and housed in period surrounds.

17th century

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17th Century Portrait Oil Painting of James Thynne in the Gardens of Longleat by Johann Kerseboom

From Isherwood Fine Art

£19,000

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Genre Oil Painting of a Young Woman Pouring Tea by Pierre-louis Bouchard

19th century

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Genre Oil Painting of a Young Woman Pouring Tea by Pierre-louis Bouchard

From Benton Fine Art

£4,450

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Jean Denis Maillart (1913-2004) Large Striking French Oil Portrait Painting

1940 - 1960

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Jean Denis Maillart (1913-2004) Large Striking French Oil Portrait Painting

From Artsonline

£675

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Painting Horse Neil Gow Danny Maher Up at Newmarket by Isaac Cullin

1900 - 1920

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Painting Horse Neil Gow Danny Maher Up at Newmarket by Isaac Cullin

From Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd

£10,000

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English School 20th Century
portrait of John Edward "Jack" Hawkins Cbe, 1910-1973

1920 - 1940

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English School 20th Century portrait of John Edward "Jack" Hawkins Cbe, 1910-1973

From Artware Fineart

£800

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Seascape Oil Painting of a Ship Off the Scottish Coast by Richard Ball Spencer

19th century

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Seascape Oil Painting of a Ship Off the Scottish Coast by Richard Ball Spencer

From Benton Fine Art

£9,500

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Attributed to John Scougall, 1657-1737
Portrait of Martin Luther 1483 – 1546 Before a Green Curtain & Book Shelves
martin Luther
signed/inscribed:
"Martin / Luther"

oil on Copper
16 X 13 Cm.

17th century

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Attributed to John Scougall, 1657-1737 Portrait of Martin Luther 1483 – 1546 Before a Green Curtain & Book Shelves martin Luther signed/inscribed: "Martin / Luther" oil on Copper 16 X 13 Cm.

From Artware Fineart

£2,500

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Gaetan Dumas 1879 - 1950. French. A Trace of Pleasure or Regret. 1930s Female Nude Oil Painting. Warmth, Contentment and Closeness.

1920 - 1940

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Gaetan Dumas 1879 - 1950. French. A Trace of Pleasure or Regret. 1930s Female Nude Oil Painting. Warmth, Contentment and Closeness.

From Big Sky Fine Art

£1,795

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Ferdinand Victor Leon Roybet 1840 - 1920. French. Le Mousquetaire. The Musketeer. Framed Circa 1880 Portrait Oil Painting.

19th century

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Ferdinand Victor Leon Roybet 1840 - 1920. French. Le Mousquetaire. The Musketeer. Framed Circa 1880 Portrait Oil Painting.

From Big Sky Fine Art

£17,895

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Attr. William Shayer Snr.- Oil - A Stable Interior

19th century

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Attr. William Shayer Snr.- Oil - A Stable Interior

From Marlborough Antiques & Interiors

£3,950

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Several portraits feature unexpected animal companions, capturing prize racing pigeons, resting sheep, and watchful guard dogs alongside human sitters.

Wonderful Mid-century Vintage Lion Oil Portrait Painting

1940 - 1960

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Wonderful Mid-century Vintage Lion Oil Portrait Painting

From Artsonline

£349

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John Raphael Smith, 1752 - 1812
Self Portrait of John Raphael Smith 1752-1812 Aged 23

18th century

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John Raphael Smith, 1752 - 1812 Self Portrait of John Raphael Smith 1752-1812 Aged 23

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£3,500

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Framed Oil Portrait Artwork

17th Century Portrait Oil Painting of James Thynne in the Gardens of Longleat by Johann Kerseboom

Genre Oil Painting of a Young Woman Pouring Tea by Pierre-louis Bouchard

Jean Denis Maillart (1913-2004) Large Striking French Oil Portrait Painting

Painting Horse Neil Gow Danny Maher Up at Newmarket by Isaac Cullin

English School 20th Century portrait of John Edward "Jack" Hawkins Cbe, 1910-1973

Seascape Oil Painting of a Ship Off the Scottish Coast by Richard Ball Spencer

Attributed to John Scougall, 1657-1737 Portrait of Martin Luther 1483 – 1546 Before a Green Curtain & Book Shelves martin Luther signed/inscribed: "Martin / Luther" oil on Copper 16 X 13 Cm.

Gaetan Dumas 1879 - 1950. French. A Trace of Pleasure or Regret. 1930s Female Nude Oil Painting. Warmth, Contentment and Closeness.

Ferdinand Victor Leon Roybet 1840 - 1920. French. Le Mousquetaire. The Musketeer. Framed Circa 1880 Portrait Oil Painting.

Attr. William Shayer Snr.- Oil - A Stable Interior

Wonderful Mid-century Vintage Lion Oil Portrait Painting

John Raphael Smith, 1752 - 1812 Self Portrait of John Raphael Smith 1752-1812 Aged 23

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