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Antidote, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Matthew Brian Jones
Located in Yardley, PA
Oil on Canvas - Storm at sea - expressive brush gestures :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Turkey, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Richard Szkutnik
Located in Yardley, PA
Original oil on canvas panel paint in contemporary impressionism style :: Painting :: Impressionist
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Pebbles, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Julie Combal
Located in Yardley, PA
oil on canvas, 40" x 40" :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official certificate
Category

Early 2000s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Luca, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Sandra Boskamp
Located in Yardley, PA
Original painting by Austin based artist Sandra Boskamp Acrylic & oil on canvas :: Painting
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Morning, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Seascape in a sunrise, painted by oil on canvas :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece comes
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Bleuettes, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Julia Greenway
Located in Yardley, PA
Oil on canvas 36" x 36" 2012 :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes with an official
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sully, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Laurent Proneur
Located in Yardley, PA
Portrait of Laurent proneur's Childhood friend, Sully. Made of oil on canvas :: Painting
Category

2010s Modern Paintings

Materials

Oil

CHAGALL, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
OIL ON CANVAS , FANTASY PAINTING OF CHAGALL IN HIS STUDIO. :: Painting :: Contemporary :: This
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

B. Keville Oil on Canvas Abstract
Located in Dallas, TX
Midcentury oil on canvas by B. Keville.
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Canvas, Paint

B. Keville Oil on Canvas Abstract
B. Keville Oil on Canvas Abstract
H 39 in W 38.5 in D 1.5 in
Man, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Maka Batiashvili
Located in Yardley, PA
Man 104x102cm oil on canvas 2020 3500$ :: Painting :: Minimalism :: This piece comes with an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Solo, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Dance scene with a ballerina on front, painted by oil on canvas. :: Painting :: Impressionist
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Debris, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Elohim Sanchez
Located in Yardley, PA
Debirs by Eohim Sanchez Oil on canvas 30" x 30" Year: 2019 :: Painting :: Minimalism :: This
Category

2010s Minimalist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Alpine, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Mountains landscape with an alpine, painted by oil on canvas :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Haze, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Julie Combal
Located in Yardley, PA
oil on canvas in shades of subtle pinks and warm tones :: Painting :: Abstract :: This piece comes
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Montmartre. Oil on canvas, 61x50 сm
By Adamia Rezo
Located in Riga, LV
Montmartre. Oil on canvas, 61x50 сm Paris landscape. View on the Montmartre. Colorful painting
Category

20th Century Fauvist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"Typhoon" oil on canvas 60"x48"
Located in Carmel, CA
Mike Ball 'Typhoon' Oil on Canvas Year: 2009 Can be hung both horizontally & vertically Original
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Castelo, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Oil on canvas plain air painting of an old castle at the sea. :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil on Canvas -- Allium
By Bob Blackmon
Located in Troy, NY
This still-life painting, oil on canvas, has a dark palette of burgundies, browns, and grays. The
Category

Early 2000s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Oil on Canvas-- Clonmacnoise
By Bob Blackmon
Located in Troy, NY
This oil on canvas painting features a view of the Clonmacnoise monastery in County Offaly, Ireland
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

W. Heffel, Oil on Canvas, 1963
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Gorgeous large midcentury oil on canvas by W. Heffel, 1963.
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

W. Heffel, Oil on Canvas, 1963
W. Heffel, Oil on Canvas, 1963
H 40 in W 48 in D 1 in
Bleuettes, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Julie Combal
Located in Yardley, PA
Abstract painting- oil on canvas. Reflects the beauty of a field of bluebells. :: Painting
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

1950s Floral Painting Oil On Canvas
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1950s oil on canvas painting of floral arrangement in a wood frame. Signed.
Category

Vintage 1950s Paintings

Materials

Canvas

1950s Floral Painting Oil On Canvas
1950s Floral Painting Oil On Canvas
H 23.25 in W 27.75 in D 1.5 in
Desert, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Original oil on canvas on wooden stretchers, signed on the front. Certificate of authenticity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Sandstorm, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Original oil on canvas on wooden stretchers, signed on the front. Certificate of authenticity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

APPARITION- Figurative Painting oil on canvas
Located in Miami, FL
Oil on canvas, height 35.2 in, width 42.9 in, the painting shown on the wall may not be
Category

2010s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Reaction, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
My art is about vibrant and strong colors. Intuitive composition, oil on canvas :: Painting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Conclusion, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
My art is about vibrant and strong colors. Intuitive composition, oil on canvas :: Painting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil on Canvas by James Coignard
Located in Long Island City, NY
"Petite Annotation" by James Coignard ( 1925- 2008) . France. Oil on canvas. Signed, Framed.
Category

1990s French Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Oil on Canvas by James Coignard
Oil on Canvas by James Coignard
H 27 in W 33 in D 1 in
Touched, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Oil on Canvas Size: 32 x 27.5 inch (70 x 80 cm) Style: Abstract Expressionism :: Painting
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Stupendous Realist Oil on Canvas
By LB Art Glass
Located in East Hampton, NY
Signature "(LB)" in upper left corner. This wonderful piece is reminiscent of de Chirico, this oil
Category

Vintage 1970s French Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Fruitwood

Stupendous Realist Oil on Canvas
Stupendous Realist Oil on Canvas
H 41.5 in W 31 in D 2.5 in
Longview, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Original oil on canvas on wooden stretcher, box canvas, signed on the front. Certificate of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Cocomelon, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Original oil on canvas on wooden stretcher, box canvas, signed on the front. Certificate of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Oil

Rowers, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
A man and a boy in the boat going along the channel, painted by oil on canvas. :: Painting
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Blackout, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Original oil on canvas on wooden stretcher, box canvas, signed on the back. Certificate of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Oil

Visitor, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Oil on canvas Size: 63 x 47 inch (160 x 120 cm) Style: Abstract Expressionism :: Painting
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Daily, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
oil on canvas 150 x 110 x 3.8 cm (58 x 43 x 1.5 inch) :: Painting :: Abstract Expressionism
Category

2010s Abstract Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

Maral, 20"x16", oil on canvas
By Robert Elibekyan
Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA
Robert Elibekyan , Robert Elibekian, Title: Maral, oil on canvas, 20x16 in, year 2005
Category

2010s Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

"Treescape" Oil on Canvas
By Carlos Narino
Located in Sheffield, MA
Treescape. Oil on canvas with brush strokes to create and suggest dense foliage. Columbian
Category

Early 2000s American Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Canvas

"Treescape" Oil on Canvas
"Treescape" Oil on Canvas
H 15 in W 18 in D 1 in
Orientalist Oil on Canvas, Signed Raupp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Orientalist oil on canvas, signed lower right "Raupp" European, 19th century, oil on canvas, 24" x
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Romantic Paintings

Materials

Wood

Orientalist Oil on Canvas, Signed Raupp
Orientalist Oil on Canvas, Signed Raupp
H 25.75 in W 66 in D 4.5 in
Mannlichen, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Winter alpine landscape, painted by oil on canvas. Studio painting done after the plain air on the
Category

2010s Impressionist Paintings

Materials

Oil

From Above, Oil on Canvas
Located in Neuss, NW
effect. Oil on canvas framed in a floater frame made of ash wood. Ready to hang. Width 83 cm Height
Category

Vintage 1960s German Paintings

Materials

Canvas

From Above, Oil on Canvas
From Above, Oil on Canvas
H 32.68 in W 24.81 in D 1.19 in
Amsterdam oil on canvas painting
By Rafael Duran Benet
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Rafael Duran Benet (1931-2015) - Amsterdam - Oil on canvas Oil measurements 73x92 cm. Frameless
Category

1980s Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Oil on Canvas by Carlos Vantour
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Oil on canvas by Carlos Vantour.
Category

2010s Mexican Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper

Oil on Canvas by Carlos Vantour
Oil on Canvas by Carlos Vantour
H 21 in W 26.5 in D 1 in
Oil on Canvas by Hans Burkhardt
By Hans Burkhardt
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Framed oil on canvas by Swiss-American abstract expressionist artist Hans Burkhardt (1904-1994
Category

Mid-20th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Oil on Canvas, circa 1960, Signed
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Oil on canvas, circa 1960, signed.
Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Oil on Canvas, circa 1960, Signed
Oil on Canvas, circa 1960, Signed
H 31.5 in W 47.25 in D 0.79 in
Oil on Canvas Painting -- Andrew
By Barbara Masterson
Located in Troy, NY
This oil on canvas painting is of an agricultural worker in the Hudson Valley. The artist painted
Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique French Oil on Canvas Seascape
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French oil on canvas seascape.   
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Paintings

Materials

Paint

Swimming pool. Oil on canvas. Signed.
Located in Paris, FR
Swimming pool. Oil on canvas. Signed. Raf Peeters is a Belgian artsit represneted by Boycott
Category

Early 2000s Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Batchelor oil on canvas "Public Appearances"
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Batchelor painting oil on canvas titled: "Public Appearances" circa 1997 30 x 24 inches (76.2 x
Category

20th Century Contemporary Art

Materials

Canvas

Yves Rhayé, Large Oil on Canvas
By Yves Rhayé
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Yves Rhayé (1936-1995) large oil on canvas.
Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Yves Rhayé, Large Oil on Canvas
Yves Rhayé, Large Oil on Canvas
H 40.56 in W 39.38 in D 1.19 in
Henri Valachman "déjeuner" Oil on Canvas
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Henri Valachman (1925-2020) "déjeuner" oil on canvas.
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Henri Valachman "déjeuner" Oil on Canvas
Henri Valachman "déjeuner" Oil on Canvas
H 18.12 in W 21.66 in D 1.19 in
Alexandre Bertin Oil on Canvas
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
reverse with stencil for Rey & Perrot, Paris Oil on canvas Measures: Canvas: 39 by 25 in.; 99 by 63 cm
Category

20th Century Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Alexandre Bertin Oil on Canvas
Alexandre Bertin Oil on Canvas
H 25 in W 39 in D 0.5 in
HELSINKI, Painting, Oil on Canvas
Located in Yardley, PA
Christmas time permeates us through and through... Original oil on canvas on wooden stretchers
Category

2010s Paintings

Materials

Oil

Oil on Canvas
Located in New York, NY
18th century master untitled oil on canvas. Figural religious scene, possibly Mary visiting St
Category

Antique 18th Century Paintings

Materials

Paint

Oil on Canvas
Oil on Canvas
H 40.38 in W 47.5 in D 2 in
Oil on Canvas Painting -- Desert Dessert
By Gary Masline
Located in Troy, NY
This oil on canvas painting has a warm palette. The piece contrasts a cold ice cream in a parfait
Category

2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

“Waiting” Oil on canvas 50*100 cm
Located in Yerevan, AM
“Waiting” Oil on canvas 50*100 cm
Category

2010s More Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

“Feast” Oil on canvas 81.5*140.5 cm
Located in Yerevan, AM
“Feast” Oil on canvas 81.5*140.5 cm
Category

2010s More Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

“Model” Oil on canvas 81*100 cm
Located in Yerevan, AM
“Model” Oil on canvas 81*100 cm
Category

2010s More Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Large Oil on Canvas Landscape Painting
Located in Norwell, MA
Exceptionally large oil on canvas landscape painting showing a creek or river. Twentieth century
Category

Vintage 1980s Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Oil on Canvas by Evelyne Luez.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Oil on canvas by Evelyne Luez. Painting on canvas by Evelyne Luez, XXth Century. h: 55cm, w: 46cm
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Oil on Canvas by Evelyne Luez.
Oil on Canvas by Evelyne Luez.
H 21.66 in W 18.12 in D 0.79 in
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Oil On Canvas For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of oil on canvas is available on 1stDibs. A selection of these works in the Contemporary, Abstract and Modern styles can be found today in our inventory. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Oil on canvas available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes gray, brown, black, beige and more. Montse Valdés, Cindy Shaoul, Diana Malivani, Steven Miller and Bill Stone took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. The range of these distinct pieces — often created in paint, oil paint and fabric — can elevate any room of your home.

How Much are Oil On Canvas?

The average selling price for oil on canvas we offer is $3,211, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $8,597,634 for the highest priced.
Questions About Oil On Canvas
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Clean an oil painting by dusting it with a natural-hair artists’ brush.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Acrylic on canvas is a type of painting material. Acrylic paint contains materials which can pull up discolorations on the canvas so the canvas needs to be prepared before using acrylics.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A canvas backdrop is a textured backdrop made from canvas. They are preferred because of the way the light interacts with the material. The canvas is less reflective than a paper backdrop and has a lovely matte feel to it. Shop a selection of backdrops from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To protect a Gucci canvas item, rake the surface with a toothbrush or small-bristled brush to remove dirt. For more heavily soiled canvas, spot clean the canvas with a sponge and soapy water by dabbing, not rubbing, the area. You’ll find a large collection of Gucci canvas items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A coated canvas handbag is made from a woven fabric such as heavy cotton or polyester that is coated with resin or wax and treated with heat. These take on a leather-like appearance. Coated canvas handbags are easier to clean and are typically more durable than your average luxury bag. Shop a collection of vintage and designer coated canvas handbags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To clean a Dior canvas bag, moisten a soft cloth with lukewarm water. Add a few drops of mild dish soap and rub the ends of the cloth together to create lather. Gently wipe the entire bag. Then, moisten a second cloth and wipe again to remove the soap. Shop a large selection of Dior canvas bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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 ExpertMarch 7, 2024
    Louis Vuitton canvas will soften naturally over time with regular use. This process leads to a beautiful bag that nestles comfortably at your side. Find a wide array of authentic Louis Vuitton products available from top boutiques worldwide on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Grandma Moses sometimes painted on canvas. The American folk artist preferred to work with whatever she had available to her. At times this meant producing works on fiberboard rather than canvas. Shop a selection of Grandma Moses art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Attach a needlepoint canvas to a frame by first lining up the canvas with the top and bottom bars of the frame. Sew the top of the canvas to the cloth attached to the top bar of the frame. Repeat for the bottom bar. Snap the side bars into place at the sides of the frame. Roll the bottom bar to wind the tapestry tightly into place. Shop a variety of needlepoint canvases from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024
    Louis Vuitton canvas will soften naturally over time with regular use. This process leads to a beautiful bag that nestles comfortably at your side. Find a wide array of authentic Louis Vuitton products available from top boutiques worldwide on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024
    Louis Vuitton recommends protecting its canvas products by keeping them away from water, oil, perfume, alcohol-based solutions, direct heat and light, humidity, or environments that are too hot or cold. Prolonged exposure to any of the elements or environments listed above may cause premature wear. It should also be noted that repeated contact with hard or rough surfaces may cause a worn appearance. You’ll find a variety of Louis Vuitton canvas products from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024
    Louis Vuitton recommends protecting its canvas products by keeping them away from water, oil, perfume, alcohol-based solutions, direct heat and light, humidity, or environments that are too hot or cold. Prolonged exposure to any of the elements or environments listed above may cause premature wear. It should also be noted that repeated contact with hard or rough surfaces may cause a worn appearance. You’ll find a variety of Louis Vuitton canvas products from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if an emerald has been oiled, look for white or yellow branch patterns along the surface of the gem. If you see them, the gem is likely oiled. Also, examine it under a magnifying glass for any signs of trapped bubbles. These also indicate an oiled gemstone. Consulting a licensed jewelry appraiser is the best way to accurately identify oiled emeralds. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted emerald gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • Lilac Gallery Ltd.March 17, 2021
    An abstract oil painting and an artwork that is made with oil paint on a medium like canvas, wood board, or other panels like canvas board. And the 'abstract' term refers to the Movement & Style of the piece. As abstraction indicates a departure from reality in the depiction of imagery in art, the artist creates a painting where the subject, shape, form, color, and line, is created with no particular references of the world but as a composition that may exist with a degree of independence from its vision.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    To maintain oil paintings that you purchased for your home, experts suggest that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to the sunlight coming in from a window can fade the colors in your painting. Do not hang your oil painting near a heat source or where it can get wet (bathrooms and kitchens are not safe for your oil painting).

    You may wish to dust your oil painting so that layers of dust don’t begin to gather on its surface. This should only be considered to remove loose dust. Never spray any chemical substance on your oil painting. Do not use a damp cloth to dust your oil painting. (Again, your painting should not be exposed to moisture.)

    To remove loose dust, use a soft brush that measures approximately one to two inches wide with natural-hair bristles. Do not use a dust cloth or a feather duster, as those items may catch or leave threads or feathers behind. Do not apply pressure or dust your painting for an extended period of time.

    If you think that your oil painting is considerably dirty or believe that other issues may be at work, experts strongly suggest that you consult with a professional conservator.

    Read about how to arrange your wall art and find oil paintings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, natural emeralds need to be oiled. Natural emeralds will have cracks and fissures before treatment, and oils will help give the emerald a high sheen and attractive finish. Browse a wide selection of emerald jewelry pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A no oil emerald is an emerald that has not been treated with oil. Generally, emeralds are oiled to fill in fractures and enhance clarity. A no oil emerald is considered rare and more valuable than standard emeralds. Shop a collection of no oil emerald jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A whale oil lamp is a lamp that uses whale oil for fuel. Whale oil lamps were largely made from the 16th to the 19th centuries. Antique whale oil lamps are collectibles today and an older specimen will be a striking addition to your mantel or display cabinet. Find a collection of antique and vintage whale oil lamps on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Oil paint was invented during the 7th century A.D. The earliest examples of oil paintings have been traced to Afghanistan and depict scenes related to the Buddhist religion. Records dating back to the 12th century indicate that early Christian monks in Europe used oil paints to decorate furniture, and a century later, some artists began finishing tempera paintings with touches of oil paint. It wasn't until the 15th century that oil paints became a common medium for European painters, when Flemish artists like Jan van Eyck began favoring them over tempera. Explore a variety of oil paintings on 1stDibs.

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