I’m refinishing an antique wooden bedframe. It is being spray coated 2 coats oil primer, 2 coats of oil paint and 2 coats of clear finish. It’s prepped and ready for coating

My question is in regard to the clear coat.

Can someone reccomend a clear finish product that would work well with the oil primer and Benjamin Moore oil paint (semi gloss)?

I’m not sure about the correct choice between poly, varnish, shellac etc…over paint. I’ve never clear coated over a painted finish before, so this is a learning experience.

Protection of the paint is an obvious reason for the clear coat, but just as important I want to acheive a quality look to the finish and not have it look like a cheesy DIY project.

I’ve heard different types (the different mediums) of  clear coat result in various looks to the finished piece. So I would like a clear finish that would lend itself well to an old world bedframe such as the one I have. If clear is clear, then I would just appreciate a recomendation from someone who has experience in this area.

Mick