How do I hang a heavy oil canvas safely?

Ensure your wall fixings match the weight of both the canvas and its wooden frame. Use sturdy picture wire attached securely to the stretcher bars. Position the piece away from direct sunlight and strong heat sources to protect the oil pigments.

How do I identify the period of the painting?

Examine the style of the brushwork, the subject matter, and the construction of the canvas and stretcher frame behind the piece. Signatures, artist inscriptions, and labels on the reverse often provide helpful clues. Comparing the work to documented pieces by the same school narrows down the date.

Are these paintings supplied with frames?

Many listings include period or vintage frames, such as gilt wood and gesso surrounds that match the era of the canvas. The specific framing details are recorded in each individual description. Inspect the accompanying photographs to see the exact style of the frame provided.