Q. Which one of the following statements is correct with reference to ‘Frescoes’, a form of mural painting?

[A] It is a painting technique that uses pigments mixed with hot, liquid wax.

[B] It involves applying pigments mixed with water onto a wet plaster surface.

[C] It is a small, finely detailed painting, often portrait-based.

[D] It is a painting technique where the paint is applied thickly to create a textured surface.

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation – Frescoes are a form of mural painting that involves applying pigments mixed with water onto a wet plaster surface. This technique is particularly associated with wall paintings in ancient and classical times, as well as during the Renaissance period in Italy.

Source: Forum IAS

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