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For centuries, painters and artists have created astonishing masterpieces using oil paintings. Oil paint is often used to create wonderful artworks thanks to its thick consistency, luminosity and durability. This artistic medium became widely accepted in 1430 when the Flemish painter Jan Van Eyck exploited its value. Thus, Jan Van Eyck is considered the father of oil painting. Oil paintings are also one of the most popular types of paintings among art lovers. Their high quality, flexibility, depth of color and smooth consistency differentiate them from other art expressions such as acrylic paintings. From beautiful landscapes to portraits and intricate still lives, oil paintings have passed the test of time. This exquisite selection includes rare oil works evoking some of the most coveted styles such as Renaissance, Impressionism, Contempororary, <a href="https://www.liveauctioneers.com/c/Abstract





























![Alfred Thompson BRICHER Mountain Coast, Oil/Canvas: Alfred Thompson Bricher (American, 1837-1908) unframed oil on canvas, mountain coastal landscape with houses and sailboats, signed lower right. [18" H x 39" W]. Light losses and wear, overall good con](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1221/435884/244965436_1_x.jpg?height=280&quality=70&sharpen=true&version=1792614449&width=280)








![Leon Voirin La Caleche sur Les Grands Boulevards: Leon Joseph Voirin (French, 1833-1887), "La Caleche sur Les Grands Boulevards" [The Horse-Drawn Carriage on the Great Boulevards], Oil on Canvas, circa 1870, signed and dated lower right, giltwood fra](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5649/434038/242779748_1_x.jpg?height=280&quality=70&sharpen=true&version=1790970497&width=280)














