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Glossary - Oil on Canvas
Canvas is the "foundation" upon which the paint, in this case "oil
paint," is applied. Canvas is somewhat porous, and this makes it an ideal
surface for paint to adhere. After the paint drys, varnish is often applied to aid
in the painting's preservation. Oil paintings on canvas can last for hundreds of
years. However, canvas may become brittle or torn through time. Also, varnish
can become discolored, dirty with grime, or both. In this case, proper restoration
is appropriate.
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