How do you clean an antique oil painting?
[2009-07-12 13:42:04]

Q: Without hiring a professional, How can I safely and effectively clean an antique oil painting? Are there resources for directing me to do this? All input appreciated.

A: I have personally never done it myself, but this might be of some help:

http://www.gainsboroughproducts.com/clea ning_article.html
http://www.wisegeek.com/how-do-i-go-abou t-cleaning-oil-paintings.htm

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How do I mail a large antique oil painting without damaging it?
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Charles I Portrait Miniature of a Lady

This is a valuable work and over 40 years old, oil on canvas and aprox 2 by 4 feet with original frame. I am afraid the shaking of being in transit might crack the paint. Any suggestions?


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There are specific shipment containers that can be used to ship framed artwork. If you pack the painting in foam, the shaking shouldn't be a problem. I've shipped my own pastel paintings both framed and unframed in cartons I've worked up myself, and had success in sending...

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