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If you have a Van Gogh you probably already know: Don't clean it yourself.
But if you have a precious, but less valuable oil painting, you can clean it yourself this way:
Start by using a soft brush to remove dust.
Choose an obscure corner of the painting to begin deeper cleaning.
Use a clean cloth dampened with warm water and if no color is removed, you can use a small amount of soap.
Rub lightly in a circular motion.
To dry, stand the painting at an angle in a warm, airy place. Some authorities quoted in the Indianapolis Star say boiled linseed oil restores the oil that washing has removed.
Gently rub the oil on the painting and leave it on a few minutes.
Gently rub it off.
Don't leave oil on the painting because it will absorb dust.
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