
What is 'gesso' used for in traditional panel and canvas painting?
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- A ground of chalk or gypsum bound with glue to prime a support
- A pigment made from crushed insects used for red tones
- A glossy varnish applied as a final protective layer
- A thin metal sheet used as a painting substrate
Correct answer: A ground of chalk or gypsum bound with glue to prime a support
Explanation: Gesso is a preparatory ground of chalk or gypsum mixed with animal glue, used to prime panels and canvases; it has been in use since the medieval period (c.12th century).
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