painting is acquired by an individual for use in his home. The painting is not of investment quality. It is later sold at a loss of $45. Which of the following statements is correct? The painting was a capital asset. The loss on the painting is not deductible. The loss on the painting is a deductible capital loss. The painting was an ordinary asset. a. and b.ting is acquired by an individual for use in his home. The painting is not of investment quality. It is later sold at a loss of $45. Which of the following statements is correct?