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| − | A stiff, hard putty that was formerly used by conservators for filling holes in paintings (Mayer 1969). Picture putty was made with [ | + | A stiff, hard putty that was formerly used by conservators for filling holes in paintings (Mayer 1969). Picture putty was made with [[stand%20oil|stand oil]] and [[chalk|chalk]]. When needed, a [[cobalt%20drier|cobalt drier]] or pigments were also added. Picture putty is stiffer than window putty. |
== Additional Information == | == Additional Information == | ||
Revision as of 11:18, 10 May 2016
Description
A stiff, hard putty that was formerly used by conservators for filling holes in paintings (Mayer 1969). Picture putty was made with Stand oil and Chalk. When needed, a Cobalt drier or pigments were also added. Picture putty is stiffer than window putty.
Additional Information
R. Mayer, A Dictionary of Art Terms and Techniques, Harper and Row, New York, 1969.
Sources Checked for Data in Record
- Ralph Mayer, A Dictionary of Art Terms and Techniques, Harper and Row Publishers, New York, 1969 (also 1945 printing)