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What term describes art created by scraping away layers of pigment to reveal colors or textures underneath, often seen in traditional Indian wall paintings?
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Sgraffito
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- Sgraffito
- Fresco
- Grisaille
- Impasto
Explanation & Context
Sgraffito is a decorative technique used in wall painting and ceramics where a layer is scratched through to reveal a different color underneath. It is found in some traditional Indian art forms.
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