Q » What materials are used in Tanjore painting?
31 Oct, 2025
A » Tanjore painting is characterized by its rich use of materials such as gold foil, vibrant colors, and intricate designs on wooden planks or canvases. Traditionally, artists employ gesso—a mixture of chalk, zinc oxide, and gum arabic—to create a textured surface. Precious and semi-precious stones are often embedded to enhance the opulence, while natural dyes and mineral colors bring life to the depiction of deities and mythological themes.
31 Oct, 2025
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