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What is 'gesso' used for in traditional panel and canvas painting?

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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).

Created 2026-03-10T18:48:01.608Z. Updated 2026-03-10T18:48:01.608Z.