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What kind of paint do you use on canvas?

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What kind of paint do you use on canvas?
Two types of paint, oil and acrylic, are the most commonly used mediums on canvas. Acrylic is adored for its quick-drying properties, while others prefer oil paint for its thick, luscious consistency.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Antique Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Sheffield, MA
The antique unframed oil painting on canvas is in the Renaissance style. Two ladies are conversing
Category

Antique Late 18th Century European Renaissance Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Large Antique Religious Framed Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Large oil painting on canvas. Rare papier mâché frame.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Large Impressionist Oil Painting on Canvas Signed R. Blum
Located in Houston, TX
Large Impressionist oil painting on canvas Signed R. Blum. Beautifully executed antique
Category

Vintage 1920s European Other Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Antique French Oil Painting on Canvas Landscape on Water
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique French Oil Painting on Canvas Landscape with Fisherman Frame Size 13.5" high x 18.5" wide
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Primitive Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Pair of English Oil Paintings on Canvas, 'Sisters'
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A charming pair of late 18th English century oil paintings on canvas. Each painting portrays a
Category

Antique Early 18th Century English Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood

19th Century Framed Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century framed oil painting on canvas is a majestic work that transcends the monochromatic
Category

Antique 1880s French Aesthetic Movement Paintings

Materials

Canvas

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