Oil platform? (5)

I believe the answer is:

easel

(Other definitions for easel that I've seen before include "Constable's supporter" , "Artistic support" , "Lease (anag)" , "Painter's support" , "Three-legged supporting frame" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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