How do I recognise an authentic antique painting?

Examine the support — an old canvas has an irregular weave and a keyed stretcher, while a panel shows traditional joinery. Look for even, natural age craquelure across the paint layer. A gallery or collection label on the reverse is a strong indicator of serious provenance.

What does an antique painting cost from a dealer?

Prices range from a few hundred euros for a quality regional oil on canvas to tens of thousands for a signed, expertised work. The key value factors are condition, documented provenance and the artist's market recognition. Unsigned but well-attributed works can offer excellent value.

How can I date an antique oil painting?

The type of support, stretcher construction, pigment composition and pictorial style all help place a work in time. A specialist or conservation laboratory can refine the dating through technical analysis such as X-ray examination or binding-medium analysis.

How should I care for and store an antique painting?

Avoid fluctuations in humidity and temperature, direct sunlight and damp exterior walls. Gentle dusting with a soft brush is sufficient for routine maintenance. For any cleaning or restoration work, always consult a professionally qualified paintings conservator-restorer.

Can an antique painting be shipped safely?

Yes, provided specialist packaging is used — a bespoke crate, shock-absorbing materials and a protective facing on the paint surface. Professional dealers typically work with art-transport specialists and can advise on the best shipping options for your location and the size of the work.

Antique Paintings & Old Masters

646 objects found

Antique oil paintings and old master works offered by professional dealers

646 objects found

Antique Paintings & Old Masters

Antique oil paintings and old master works offered by professional dealers

The River, Animated Landscape, 19th Century

OIL ON CANVAS signed ELISA KOCH (1833-1914)

LATE EIGHTEENTH CENTURY OIL ON CANVAS

OIL ON CANVAS by BOUDIER

PAINTING OF THE INFANT JESUS OF PRAGUE

LANDSCAPE signed De Biasy.

OIL ON CANVAS signed Rene HIS

OIL ON COPPER MOUNTAIN LANDSCAPE

LANDSCAPE by FRANCOIS LIM

LITHOGRAPHY by CORNEILLE

IMPRESSIONIST PAINTING by JOHANNES SON

MATISSE SCHOOL PAINTING by HELENE BAUDROT

18th CENTURY PAINTING

PAINTING by Adrien SCHULZ

WATERCOLOUR by Paul B PASCAL

19th CENTURY PAINTING

GOUACHE and WATERCOLOUR by Madeleine RENAUD

PAINTING OF VENICE by ANDRE TURCO

PAINTING BY VICTOR FRANCOIS JEANNENEY

PAINTING by PRIMITIF BONO

PAIR OF PRINTS

Jeanne Judith CROULARD (XIX / XX) "Market Scene in Brittany"

Jean Gaston COINDRE (Besançon 1844-1914) Watercolor

Ladislas KIJNO (1921-2012) Mixed media on crumpled paper. Original work.