| Title | भित्तिचित्र रंग - Bhittichitra Rang (Fresco Paint)भित्तिचित्र रंग Bhittichitra Rang |
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| Description | Mineral pigments mixed with lime water and applied directly onto wet lime plaster (fresco technique), using pigments derived from natural sources like ochre (iron oxide), lampblack (carbon), and indigo (plant-based dye), creating vibrant and durable murals. |
| Tags | भित्तिचित्र Bhittichitra Fresco Paint Pigment Mural |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-955916719-20-11-25-BA |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/fresco-paint |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/fresco-paint |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 20, 2025 |
| Types | Pigment Paint Colorant |
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| Regions | Rajasthan Madhya Pradesh Gujarat |
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| Time Periods | 18th Century CE 19th Century CE |
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| Dynasties | Shekhawati Rajput |
| Sources | Local mineral deposits for ochre and other earth pigments Plant sources for indigo Lampblack from oil lamps |
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| Properties | Excellent lightfastness High resistance to fading Breathable and compatible with lime plaster Particle size: 1-5 μm |
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| Uses | Mural paintings Wall decorations Ceiling paintings Decorative panels |
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| Materials | चूना प्लास्टर - Chunā Plāstar (Lime Plaster) गोद - God (Gum Arabic) पानी - Pānī (Water) |
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| Styles | Shekhawati painting style Rajput painting style |
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| Categories | Havelis Palaces Temples |
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| Notes |
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| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| Mandawa Havelis of Jhunjhunu | Primary | 100% |